Now there is no maximum to the number of Ethernet Adapters that can be used with AlphaNET Software. Simply attach the Ethernet Adapter to the back of a display and connect your Ethernet cable to the Adapter.  The Series B Alpha Ethernet Adapter II connects a sign’s RS232/RS485 port to a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network. No external power supply is required as the Adapter is powered directly by the display and our Ethernet Adapter is easily configured remotely over your network.

Ethernet Adapter II Features

• Easy connectivity to existing Local Area Network's.
• Networking via TCP/IP 10BaseT (100BaseT with the UDS1100).
• Backwards compatible with existing serial ALPHA LED displays.
• Simple user setup of the IP address.
• Download IP Setup Software Version 1.43 (Zip 27.8KB)

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Lantronix UDS1100 External Device Server

Remotely Monitor, Manage and Control Equipment Over Ethernet

The UDS1100 is a fast, easy way to connect a serial device to a network so it can be managed remotely. The UDS1100 allows you to operate and manage RS-232 serial devices over the LAN, WAN or Internet and replace dedicated PCs and lengthy serial cables with fast and reliable networking technology. This remote access capability increases efficiency, saving you time and money while providing easier management from any browser – anywhere, at any time. Featuring a 32-bit processor, feature-rich operating system, high-speed serial interface and 10/100 Ethernet port, the UDS1100 provides the performance needed for demanding and multi-tasking operations such as:

• Medical Instrumentation
• Building Automation
• Parking Garage
• Security Systems
• Manufacturing & Industrial Automation

Easy to Configure and Manage

The UDS1100 is easily manageable through HTTP, SNMP, Telnet or a supplied Windows GUI. It allows easy upgrade via Flash ROM and includes Lantronix Com Port Redirector software, enabling Windows applications to communicate to remote networked devices.

In addition the UDS1100 is a programmable solution for serial-to-Ethernet connectivity. Its robust performance, modem replacement/emulation and compact size make it an ideal solution for countless applications. The UDS1100 incorporates advanced serial data handling capabilities and Lantronix proven network enabling technology, allowing virtually any asynchronous RS-232 serial device to communicate over the LAN, WAN or Internet.

UDS1100 Features

• DB25 serial port with full modem controls and speeds up to 230 Kbps.
• TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, TFTP, SNMP, ICMP Protocols supported.
• EZWebCon® and COM Port Redirector™ software included for easy configuration and control.
• 10/100Base-T Ethernet.

Ethernet External Device Server Technical Specifications