Perle Systems Launches Dual Ethernet Terminal Servers

Online, November 16, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Perle Systems, a global provider of advanced serial to Ethernet and secure device networking solutions, today announced the expansion of its IOLAN SDS family with the release of IOLAN SDSC Dual Ethernet Terminal Servers. Featuring the most extensive range of encryption and authentication technologies available today, and the power of a high-performance 750-MIP processor, these terminal servers are ideal for remote serial device communication to control, monitor, diagnose and troubleshoot equipment over a network or the Internet.

The robust security, flexibility and advanced IPv6 technology of the IOLAN SDSC Terminal Servers help organizations increase the value of their serial-based equipment. This is achieved by allowing secure information delivery across an existing Ethernet networks without the need for costly and complex infrastructure changes. Easy to set up and manage, the IOLAN SDSC's software-selectable RS232/422/485 interfaces simplify configuration and eliminate mechanical tampering associated with DIP switch based products.

"The IOLAN SDSC Dual Ethernet Terminal Servers are ideal for remote management of a variety of serial based equipment," says John Feeney, Chief Operating Officer at Perle Systems. He adds, "To ensure maximum uptime companies require products with high reliability. Perle's built in redundancy features such as dual Gigabit Ethernet and Redundant Path Technology, provide the ideal solution. And, advanced security features such as SSH/SSL provide piece of mind that critical information is safe."

Perle IOLAN SDSC Terminal Servers come with 8, 16 or 32 software selectable RS232/422/485 serial port interfaces, Dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and advanced security features for data encryption, user authentication and event management. Models are available with AC or 48vDC power.

About Perle Systems - www.perle.com

Perle Systems is a leading developer, manufacturer and vendor of high-reliability and richly featured connectivity and device networking products. These products are used to connect remote users reliably and securely to central servers for a wide variety of business applications. Product lines include Console Servers for Data Center Management, Terminal Servers, Device Servers, Remote Power Switches, Media Converters, Ethernet I/O, Serial Cards, Parallel Cards and Multimodem Cards. Perle distinguishes itself through extensive networking technology, depth of experience in major real-world network environments and long-term distribution and VAR channel relationships in major world markets. Perle has offices in 9 countries in North America, Europe and Asia and sells its products through distribution and OEM/ODE channels worldwide.