Digi International
Digi International 70001806 PortServer TS 2 MEI 2-Port Device Server
Connects two serial devices via switch-selectable RS-232/422/485 to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with SNMP, Telnet and web management
- TypeConsumer Electronics
- SpecificationsInterfaces/Ports: 2 x RJ-45 1 x RJ-45 Data Transfer Rate: 23
- FeaturesPackage Contents: PortServer TS 2 MEI 2-Port Device Server P
- Switch-selectable RS-232/422/485 simplifies cabling to virtually any serial device
- Two serial ports at 230 Kbps extend legacy equipment over Ethernet
- Three RJ-45 ports provide 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps network connectivity
- Wall-mountable 1 × 3.3 × 5.3 inch form factor fits tight enclosures
- Managed via SNMP, Telnet and web interface for remote diagnostics
What it does
The Digi International 70001806 PortServer TS 2 MEI connects two serial devices to an Ethernet network using switch-selectable RS-232/422/485 interfaces. It provides three RJ-45 ports for 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity and includes a power supply for wall-mountable installation.
Sustained operation
The unit handles continuous serial data streams at up to 230 Kbps across both ports while maintaining 100 Mbps Ethernet throughput. Management via SNMP, Telnet and HTTPS allows remote monitoring and diagnostics without interrupting the serial-to-network bridging function.
Interface limits
Fast Ethernet caps network bandwidth at 100 Mbps, so aggregate serial traffic cannot exceed that ceiling. The three RJ-45 ports share the same 10/100 Mbps backbone, and serial signalling is limited to the 230 Kbps maximum per port with no higher-speed serial modes available.
Highlights
- Switch-selectable RS-232/422/485 simplifies cabling to virtually any serial device
- Two serial ports at 230 Kbps extend legacy equipment over Ethernet
- Three RJ-45 ports provide 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps network connectivity
- Wall-mountable 1 × 3.3 × 5.3 inch form factor fits tight enclosures
- Managed via SNMP, Telnet and web interface for remote diagnostics
Specifications
| Brand | Digi |
|---|---|
| Model | 70001806 |
| Type | Consumer Electronics |
| Specifications | Interfaces/Ports: 2 x RJ-45 1 x RJ-45 Data Transfer Rate: 230 Kbps Serial 10 Mbps Ethernet 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Management: SNMP Telnet Web interface (HTTP/HTTPS) Digi Port Authority - Remote management diagnostics and auto-discovery tool Security Features: SSHv2 Port buffering for data capture RealPort with encryption for COM and TTY ports Dimensions: 0.95" Height x 3.33" Width x 5.25" Depth Weight (Approximate): 2.25 oz |
| Features | Package Contents: PortServer TS 2 MEI 2-Port Device Server Power supply Additional Information: Switch selectable RS-232/422/485 for simple interfacing to virtually any type of serial device |
| Shipping weight | 1.36 kg |
| Package size | 305 × 254 × 203 mm |
Questions about this item
How much power does the 70001806 draw when running continuously?
The unit ships with an external power supply; the device itself weighs 2.25 oz and has no internal fan, so heat output is minimal during all-day operation.
What cabling and network infrastructure must I already have to use the two serial ports?
You need a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch with a free RJ-45 port and standard Cat5 cabling; the server provides switch-selectable RS-232/422/485 on its two DB-9 ports.
Will the 230 Kbps serial rate work with my legacy RS-422 equipment?
Yes — the serial interfaces are switch-selectable between RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485, supporting legacy gear at up to 230 Kbps over the 10/100 Mbps Ethernet uplink.
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