The EKI-1528CI-DR DIN-rail serial device server from Advantech is equipped with 2 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports to ensure LAN redundancy. It supports various operation modes including COM port redirection (Virtual COM), TCP, and UDP. It can handle baud rates up to 921.6 kbps and allows up to 5 hosts to access a single serial port or up to 16 hosts in TCP client mode. Enhanced with built-in 15 KV ESD protection and robust surge protection (4 KV line to line, 8 KV line to ground), the device ensures reliable operation. Configuration is versatile, offering multiple methods such as Windows utility, Telnet console, and web browser. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems including 32-bit/64-bit Windows from 2000 to 8.1, Windows Server editions, Windows CE 5.0, and Linux, and features automatic RS-485 data flow control.