Engineers and Project Managers that require a cost effective 4 or 8 port serial RS232-to-Ethernet solution that maintains serial device protocol integrity across Ethernet must consider the IOLAN STG. Having the highest performance processor available along with the Perle''s unique TrueSerialTM technology, the IOLAN STG will provide the most authentic serial connections across Ethernet. IOLAN STS4-D Serial Terminal Servers are also available with support for Power over Ethernet (PoE). Ideal for Engineers and Project Managers requiring a high performance serial to Ethernet interface for up to 4 or 8 serial RS232 based devices. Connect to serial based applications over Ethernet Compact size offers the smallest 4 or 8 port serial to Ethernet solution on the market Why IOLAN STG Terminal Servers are the preferred choice: High performance processors for the best throughput available. Ideal for time sensitive applications Compact size offers the smallest 4 port serial to Ethernet solution on the market Next Generation IP support (IPv6) for investment protection and network compatibility TrueSerial™ packet technology - the most authentic serial connections across Ethernet ensures serial protocol integrity Primary/Backup host functionality enables automatic connections to alternate hosts should the primary TCP connection go down EasyPort Web - Access equipment serial console ports by using your java-enabled Internet browser TruePort - Perle''s com/tty redirector for serial based applications operates on Windows, Vista, Linux, Solaris, SCO and Unix Clustering - Provides a single view of all out of band console ports. Ideal for large data centers FIPS 140-2 - Cryptographic modules meet US Government NIST compliancy Dynamic DNS - Easy console management access from anywhere on the Internet Intelligent Power cycling of equipment with Perle Remote Power Switches Java-free browser access to remote serial console ports via Telnet and SSH Ping watchdog probes enable customers to power cycle equipment with attached Perle RPS power switches in the event of an unresponsive networking gear Lifetime warranty - best investment protection available