Serial Terminal Servers

Transmit Serial over IP Ethernet

A Terminal Server, also known as Serial Server, connects devices with a USB, RS232, RS422, or RS485 serial interface to a local area network for transmission of serial data over Ethernet to network server applications. The most common application for Terminal Servers is out-of-band management of routers, switches, and firewalls as an efficient way to recover equipment when the network is down. It serves as a single hardware solution for a secure alternate route to monitor IT, networking, security, and power devices from multiple vendors. Terminal Servers have physical wired or wireless (LTE or WiFi) network connection on one side, and one or more serial ports on the other side. While some Serial Terminal Servers can be very simple devices, it is best practice to use a Terminal Server with advanced security functionality, data encryption, and user authentication to ensure network data transmissions, and access to network equipment, is protected.

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IOLAN Secure Terminal Servers

A Perle IOLAN Terminal Server is perfect for Engineers and Project Managers that require a high performance, IPv6 compatible, Serial to Ethernet solution. They have all of the advanced security functionality needed to perform secure remote data center management and out-of-band management of IT assets from anywhere in the world. In addition, with innovative TrueSerial® Technology, Perle IOLAN Terminal Servers are the only products to guarantee authentic serial communications and maintain device protocol integrity across Ethernet. This makes them ideal for networking async devices such as POS terminals, PBX's, card readers, and a wide variety of industrial equipment to TCP/IP Ethernet.

Secure console management of any device with a serial, USB, or Ethernet console management port
Software selectable RS232/422/485 serial port interfaces
10/100/1000 RJ45 Copper or SFP Fiber Ethernet connection
Full IPv4/IPv6 routing capabilities with support for RIP, OSPF, and BGP protocols
Integrated firewall, two-factor authentication, advanced failover to multiple networks, and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP)
Advanced AAA security & SSH/SSL encryption to meet corporate compliance policies for seamless integration into existing IT & network management systems

Select your IOLAN Terminal Server:

IOLAN SCR Terminal Servers

Unparalleled Network Resilience

24, 40 or 56 Console Management Ports
RS232 RJ45, Ethernet RJ45, and USB
4 x Uplink Ports (2 x Ethernet, 2 x 10G SFP)
Dual AC Power

IOLAN SCG R/U

Modular Hardware Platform

18, 34 or 50 Serial Console Management Ports
RS232/422/485 RJ45, or USB
Dual 10/100/1000 RJ45 or SFP Fiber
Dual AC or Dual Feed 48vDC

IOLAN Console Servers

Integrated Out-of-Band Management

Advanced Console Servers with integrated Cellular, WiFi, and/or v.92 modem
Dual AC or Dual Feed 48vDC

IOLAN SCR1618

Ethernet Console Management Ports

16 x RS232 RJ45 Serial Ports
16 x Ethernet Management Ports
2 x SFP Slots supporting 1G/2.5G Fiber or 10/1000/1000 Ethernet

IOLAN STG

Compact RS232

4 or 8 RS232 RJ45 Serial Ports
10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
Compact Desktop, Wall, or DIN Rail mount
AC Power

IOLAN SDG

Compact RS232/422/485

1, 2, 4, or 8 RS232/422/485 Ports
DB9M, RJ45 or DB25F Connectors
10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
AC or PoE Powered Models

IOLAN SDSC Rack

Fixed Hardware Platform

8, 16, or 32 RS232/422/485 RJ45 Ports
Dual 10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
AC Power

IOLAN SDSC LDC

NEBS Level 3 Certified

8, 16, or 32 RS232/422/485 RJ45 Ports
Dual 10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
Dual Input 48v DC Power (18 to 72v DC)
Operate in -40°C to +70°C

IOLAN SDSC HV/DHV

NERC CIP Substation Compliant

8, 16, or 32 RS232/422/485 RJ45 Ports
Dual 10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
88-300v DC or 85-265v AC Power
Operate in -40°C to +70°C

Other Compact Device Servers

1, 2 or 4 RS232/422/485 Ports
10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
Operate in -40°C to +74°C
AC or PoE powered models

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Why Choose a Perle Terminal Server?

Secure Terminal Server

Perle Secure Terminal Servers support all AAA security services used in corporate networks, including TACACS+, RADIUS, LDAP, Kerberos, NIS and RSA. And, to further protect ID’s and passwords from someone ‘snooping’ on the network, SSH/SSL, IPSec VPN, SNMPv3, Telnet and HTTPS secure management sessions are supported.

Cisco Compatible

Perle Terminal Servers are compatible with Cisco switches, routers, and firewallls. Straight cabling to Cisco devices saves time and money during install.

Reliable Terminal Server

Perle Terminal Servers are made from certified components with  high MTBF rates that can withstand the harshest environments. An open source platform and enterprise grade security ensures you have the best value in one box. In addition, we provide the best-in-class Lifetime Warranty.

Secure Centralized Management

Perle's cloud-based centralized management solution puts all your network and IT infrastructure into a single application and provides secure reliable access and visibility during normal operations and critical network failures. Scalable to suit any business requirement, Cloud Centralized Management reduces human error and guarantees repeatability.

Technical Support

If you need a technical consultation (by phone or email) to help you choose the best Terminal Server for your application, Perle is easy to reach and has technical engineers you can talk to. We have sales and technical support staff around the globe to support you when you need it.

Trust

Perle has been providing reliable device connectivity solutions since 1976. That’s over 40 years of experience that businesses around the globe have come to trust to deliver superior connectivity technology for mission critical applications. If network uptime is vitally important to your success, choose quality products. Choose Perle.

Terminal Server Applications

Learn more about Serial to Ethernet Solutions

Serial data is encapsulated in Ethernet packets to best fit the type of data being transported. Use RAW TCP or UDP Sockets, Reverse Telnet or SSH, COM/TTY Port Driver, establish serial tunneling, or simulate a modem connection.

Provide high data throughput rates

IOLAN Terminal Servers integrated into Master Control Stations on oil platforms enable critical serial to Ethernet communication between topside and subsea equipment.

Simplify IT structure

Terminal Servers for Casino Slot Machine Floor Management

Bally Technologies use IOLAN Terminal Servers to reduce capital expense, improve automation, and minimizes network downtime.

Out-Of-Band Management in Data Centers

Reliable Out-of-Band Management and TACACS Authentication contribute to seamless network operation.

Optimize Warehouse Distribution Systems

Sainsbury’s IOLAN Terminal Server Network Diagram

Transmit Serial data from Video Display COM-Ports to a Warehouse Control System.

Manage devices in an Electric Utility Substation

NERC CIP Complian Terminal Servers diagram

NERC CIP compliance means Perle Terminal Servers and provide secure remote user authentication and management capabilities for devices in a smart-grid.