The EKI-1528NL-CS and EKI-1526NL-CS are industrial-grade network-based console servers for connecting up to 8 or 16 serial RS-232 devices, such as CNCs, PLCs, scales and scanners, directly to a TCP/IP network. The EKI-1528NL-CS and EKI-1526NL-CS feature Cisco pin-definition and two independent Ethernet ports to provide a redundant network mechanism to guarantee Ethernet network reliability. The EKI-1528NL-CS and EKI-1526NL-CS provide a simple and cost-effective way to bring the advantages of remote management and data accessibility to thousand of devices that can't connect to an Ethernet network. The EKI-1528NL-CS and EKI-1526NL-CS offer multiple ways to configure through Windows utility, Web Browser, serial console or Telnet console, these methods make it easy manage many EKI-1528NL-CS and EKI-1526NL-CS or serial devices on your network.
- 8 or 16-port RS-232 serial communication
- Cisco pin definition
- Provides 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports for LAN redundancy
- Supports up to 921.6 kbps, and any baud rate setting
- Provides COM port redirection (Virtual COM), TCP and UDP operation modes
- Provides rich configuration methods: Windows utility, Telnet console, Web Browser, and serial console
- Built-in 15 KV ESD protection for all serial signals
- SNMP MIB-II for network management
- Built-in buzzer for easy location
- Standard 1U rackmount size
- Rear wiring
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Advantech Co. |
| Power & Battery | |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 100 V AC - 240 V AC |
| Input Voltage | 230 V AC |
| Power Consumption | 5.60 W |
| Networking & Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Link Protocols | ARP |
| Ethernet Port | |
|---|---|
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Por | 2 |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| Total Number of Network Ports | 2 |
| Size / Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Manufacturer | Advantech Co., Ltd |
| Device Type | Console Server |
| Misc Ports | |
|---|---|
| Management Port | Yes |
| Serial Port | Yes |
| Number of Serial Ports | 16 |
| Printer/Scanner/Fax Specs | |
|---|---|
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair |
| Compliance & Certification | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 140°F (60°C) |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 14°F (-10°C) |



