Serial Device Server also powers devices.June 8, 2006 -
Equipped with one RS232 serial interface and one 10/100 IEEE 802.3af-compliant Ethernet interface, PocketPAD Power-Over-Ethernet uses web-based interface to configure Ethernet and serial parameters. Device server is suited for use when connecting serial devices to Ethernet network that is supported by 802.3af-compliant switches. Installation eliminates need for external power supply, as 48 Vdc is fed to PocketPAD via network cable.
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Original Press release
Multenet
2201 Midway Road, Suite 302
Carrollton, TX, 75006
USA
Multenet Releases the PocketPAD Power-Over Ethernet
Multenet, an established global supplier of serial to Ethernet connectivity products, recently announced the release of the PocketPAD Power-Over-Ethernet. The company, a leading innovator in networking technology has announced the availability of a low cost serial device server that is IEEE 802.3af compliant
Phil Blain, the company's Sales and Marketing Director says that the PocketPAD Power-Over-Ethernet is currently available at our distribution centers.
Based on the entry-level PocketPAD 1 design, the PocketPAD Power-Over-Ethernet comes with one RS232 serial interface and one 10/100 IEEE 802.3af compliant Ethernet interface. The unit provides a web based user interface, designed to easily configure Ethernet and serial parameters. This product is ideal for use when connecting serial devices to an Ethernet network that is supported by 802.3af compliant switches. This kind of installation eliminates the need for an external power supply, as 48V DC is fed to the PocketPAD device server via the network cable. Multenet is also investigating the design of an 802.3af compliant device server that will be capable of feeding power to the serial device. This is ideal for bar-code scanner applications, both in the industrial and retail industries.
About Multenet Technologies (Pty) Ltd.
Multenet is a developer and manufacturer of the PocketPAD and EtherPAD range of Networking and communication products. These are marketed via it's international network of selected qualified resellers to ensure prompt service and local technical support. North American distribution is facilitated by a distribution centre in Hatboro, Pennsyllvania.
Contact
Phil Blain
+27 21 882 8811
www.multenet.com
E-mail: info@multenet.com
Company Name: Multenet Technologies (Pty) Ltd.
Address 1: The Vineyard Centre
Address 2: Adam Tas Road
City: Stellenbosch
Country: South Africa
Phone: +27 21 882 8811
URL: www.multenet.com
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