Houston project emphasizes promise of smart grid

Jeff Myerson, a manager for CenterPoint told the news source that the organization's smart grid efforts take the form of moving a mechanical setup into a digital one.

The network's role in smart grid developments
Taking advantage of smart grid resources depends on moving data over long distances and between unique industry-specific infrastructure that may have specialized connectivity requirements. The end result is an environment in which fiber networks, Ethernet systems and serial solutions are all needed in a common network architecture. Media converters and terminal servers play a critical role in supporting this functionality and unlocking the full potential offered by the smart grid.

Perle offers a range of cost effective serial-to-Ethernet converters to help meet NERC-CIP compliance for the protection of critical cyberassets in substations. The IOLAN SDS HV/LDC Terminal Server is designed to meet harsh environments associated with Power Substations with attributes such as support for substation AC and DC voltage ranges, extended operating temperatures and meeting emission, immunity and safety approvals associated with substation IT equipment.