Perle Systems Resource Library

An InfraMomentum Insights report looks at how Perle IOLAN Console Servers are designed to deliver the OOBM functionality and flexibility for complex data center build-outs.

This independent product review finds Perle’s IOLAN SCR Console Servers are the perfect choice for secure Out of Band access to core network devices.

Built-in QoS support to prioritize EtherNet/IP and PROFINET traffic enables Perle IDS-100 industrial switches to manage network resources effectively.

Discover how 4G LTE and 5G routers increase ad revenue, deliver real-time updates, and optimize power management.

Monitor the status and remotely reset PoE devices, like security cameras, with IDS-100HP PoE switches.

Perle IRG Routers, with native support for OCI Containers, enable users to optimize edge computing processing capabilities by deploying lightweight applications tailored to suit unique or evolving use cases with low latency and real-time responsiveness.

Managing micro data centers across a wide geography requires a reliable method to remotely access and manage multiple sites. Bradley Welygan, IT System Administrator for Clearwater County, says, "We use IOLAN Console Servers for connectivity to a bunch of Point of Presence sites throughout the county for out-of-band management of the fiber and network equipment. We had been using a different provider, but their price point was too high. From a functionality standpoint, the Perle products deliver what we require at a more affordable cost."

Valdemar runs on batteries, while the base station is solar or wind-powered. The Perle IRG Router's low power consumption and no SIM card recognition issues made it the best choice.

An independent product review testing the capabilities of the enterprise-class edge IRG7440 5G Router.

Sport-Club Freiburg use Perle PoE Managed Switches in Distributed Network Architecture. The IDS-710HP-XT switches provide PoE and secure connectivity for Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras and Wi-Fi Access Points (WAPs) at Europa-Park Stadium and comfortably meet the high availability, high reliability, high quality, and high-performance standards.

Enterprise Networking Magazine interviews Alex Pirvulescu, Director of Product Management to decipher the hype surrounding 5G wireless network connectivity.

Alex Pirvulescu, Director of Product Management sheds light on several OOBM tactics which can be used to simplify and reinforce remote DC OOBM access.

WARR rocketry team is using a Perle Industrial PoE Switch, a pair of long-range Perle Ethernet Extenders, and a Perle extended temperature Serial Device Server Project Nixus in Rocket-Science Challenge.

An independent product review testing the Out-of-Band Mangement capabilities of IOLAN SCG Console Servers

Bielefeld University installed IOLAN Console Servers at the top of each rack in Tech Rooms, providing out-of-band console port access to network components for remote reboot and minimizing downtime. The IOLANs have been running without a reboot, the network team impressied with their stability.

Perle Industrial Switches provide reliable connectivity in traffic light control system and optimizing Traffic Flow in the City of Charlotteville. With support for gigabit speeds, and -40 F to 167░ F operating temperatures, the switches are reliable in extended temperature environments

Ahr Valley First Responders use Perle IRG LTE Routers which uses two T-Mobile unlimited SIM cards and functions as an LTE router, Ethernet switch, and Wi-Fi access point. It is ruggedized for shock and vibration resistance, and is housed in an IP54 enclosure for dust and water ingress. It serves as the main connectivity hub for creating a VAN for flood relief.

When surveillance cameras freeze or malfunction, Engie Solutions employs the Perle PoE Switch IDS-710HP-XT with IEEE802.3bt support to remotely reset the cameras.

Dragon LNG installed Perle Fiber Media Converters to integrate new IP cameras into the existing surveillance system. Hybrid setup with analog cameras is flexible and scalable for more IP cameras in the future.

Stelco chose Perle IDS switches to offer connectivity and power for security cameras. The switches work well because they are fan-less and provide high temp support for NEMA enclosures.

Greenville Electric Service Office uses IRG LTE Routers to provide reliable, independent, and flexible cellular-based setup for the dedicated remote access method into the Cummins generators.

Eli Controls was delighted by the Perle IRG LTE Router's Verizon compatibility and capacity for multiple HD feeds, which make it a reliable and flexible surveillance solution.

Winning Strategies ITS uses Perle IRG5000 LTE Routers, as the routers offer WiFi and cellular routing for reliable security surveillance. Provides primary WiFi with LTE backup during outages.

Leonardo used Perle's IDS-105GPP switches for their Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) systems. These rugged, fan-less switches provide reliable performance in extreme temperatures of -40░C to 75░C. ALPR systems use cameras mounted on highways, bridges, and tunnels to capture vehicle speed and license plates.

Ariane Medical System's next-gen cancer radiation treatment system, the Papillon+ uses Perle IOLAN Wireless Device Servers for wireless communication, avoiding hazardous cables in the treatment room and enhancing patient care and survival rates.

This document explains what the seven considerations are when choosing an Ethernet extender.

Perle's cloud-based centralized management solution puts all your network and IT infrastructure into a single application. It offers secure, reliable access and visibility for normal operations and critical network failures.

AcoustAlert integrates Perle Ethernet Extenders into Perimeter Detection System enabling Long Distance Data transmission over Copper Cabling

QBE standardize on Perle IOLAN Console Servers for Out-of-Band Management. IOLAN Console Servers provide secure remote access to data center and branch office IT equipment when the network is down.

Perle PoE Extenders at Athens International Airport transmit data beyond 100m, reduce failure points, save money and future-proof the network with cutting-edge technology.

Perle supplies a range of 802.3bt compliant solutions that can provide up to 100 watts PoE to both Single-signature and Dual-signature PDs. Investments in Perle PSEs are protected as they will not need to be replaced when the PD is updated.

CPP Wind Engineering use Perle IOLAN Device Servers for collecting data from anemometers, devices used for measuring wind speed and direction, mounted at the tops and sides of skyscrapers

Ninety Percent of Everything integrates Perle Wireless Device Servers for Data Transmission on Ships and streams and accesses data from navigational equipment with RS422 serial communication ports over WiFi.

Implementing Remote IT Management in Government Network Infrastructures

Implementing an Out-of-Band Management solution utilizing a Console Server provides a secure dedicated alternate access method into an IT network infrastructure to administer connected devices and IT assets without using the corporate LAN resulting in cost savings.

Solandeo uses Perle IOLAN Device Servers to connect to Smart Meters for automating the process to access and collect information from smart meters that transmit data over an RS485 data communications port.

Great security cameras provide high-resolution video for catching criminals. Colorado Springs uses Perle PoE media converters and switches to help install high-quality IP cameras, even far from power sources.

Understanding the evolution of Ethernet

ERH upgraded 300 CCTV cameras in Wales with new HD Ethernet cameras. Perle media converters allowed multiple cameras to feed into a chassis unit for image transfer to the main network and video wall.

Pixact installed Perle Media Converters with SFP Optical Transceivers to connect 11 cameras to the fiber which are being used for product monitoring in a factory. The setup ensures reliable and real-time transfer of frames. The Perle Media Converters' rugged steel casing and ability to operate in extended temperatures made them the ideal choice.

QUINT Power Supplies and DC/DC Converters, with SFB technology, will supply several times the nominal current for a short period to selectively trip miniature circuit breakers and fuses connected on the secondary side.

Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway installed Perle Ethernet Extenders and they transparently extend Ethernet data transmission up to 20km. This setup increased the bandwidth.

Broadcom Limited has been using Perle IOLAN Terminal Servers in its labs for years to transmit serial data over Ethernet to distant servers, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

To increase internet bandwidth, Sumitomo Metal Mining install Perle Media Converters to provide crucial Ethernet to Fiber conversion over Alaskan Mountain top in -20░F (-6░C) temperatures and over 12 inches of radial ice.

IOLAN Device Servers and TruePort create a networked virtual serial port for remote download of transaction logs to keep the fuel dispensing system running in -60░F (-51░C) temperatures.

Perle Media Converters facilitate Fiber to 10 GbE Copper Conversion at the GIG Data Center in Malta. They offer flexibility with different modules in one chassis and enable seamless and reliable connectivity for single mode and multimode equipment.

SmartSky Networks use Perle Console Servers for remote access and management of critical equipment in ground-stations through their console ports, ensuring access even during network downtime. They are reliable, temperature hardened and Telco certified, with an easy-to-use interface.

WDM technology reduces costs and maximizes fiber usage by transmitting on separate frequencies within a single fiber that can carry multiple light wavelengths simultaneously without interference. WDM comes in two forms: conventional/coarse (CWDM) and dense (DWDM), which use different wavelength patterns.

Understand when you need an Ethernet Extender or a Media Converter as they support a wide variety of protocols, data rates, and media types to integrate seamlessly into various network infrastructures.

Navtech Systems supplies airborne surveillance video downlinks globally, and secure, real-time transmission and distribution of data is crucial. Perle units are used in the network on the ground to access the imagery and data received from the aircraft. Perle products are high-quality, solid, secure, and reliable.

Lulworth Estate installed Perle Industrial Switches in the smart parking meters and connected via 10/100 fiber to the Estate central office. The IT Network Administrator is now able to monitor and manage the status of the parking meters remotely.

Before connecting SPDs, power surges were causing recurring phone system and firewall outages

PRG Gear engineers rely on Perle Fiber Media Converters and PoE Mid-span Injectors to ensure reliable power and connectivity for concert tour equipment. These rugged devices are capable of withstanding fluctuating conditions.

Using exiting cabling, Super Slotline™ converts traditional casino serial floors to high-speed floors that emulate the speed and compatibility of Ethernet.

Ryonic Robotics chose Perle Ethernet Extenders to increase their robotic crawlers' data communication distance at a lower cost than upgrading to fiber-optic. The Perle Ethernet Extenders' high data speeds, small size, and light weight improved the vehicles' performance.

IBEROSTAR prioritizes guest safety and installed a CCTV system using Perle Ethernet Extenders. These extenders enabled data transmission distances of up to 3 km, eliminating the need for a fiber network and utilizing existing cabling.

Burns Industries installed wireless transmitters on cylinders and oil tanks to send capacity updates over the cellular network for efficient delivery scheduling. Perle Ethernet Extenders were used to bridge transmission distances up to 10,000ft for the cell towers, ensuring reliable data transfer even in outdoor sites with temperature fluctuations.

Mullglen solved five years of unreliable sonar data transmission on fishing trawlers by installing Perle Fiber Media Converters, which eliminated EMI interference and enabled the use of a fiber network for transmission of sonar fish finder data.

Plug & play enables cost-effective networking and diagnostics of all devices and paths via IP.

Boy Scouts install Perle Ethernet Extenders to comply with Maryland Pool Regulations. Ethernet Extenders enable PoE VoIP phone communication at remote poolside locations and fulfilled the distance requirements and we were able to power the VoIP phones at the other end..

Perle IDS Managed Switches support Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP), which is a standards-based protocol used in Ring topologies to avoid single points of failure by providing a recovery time of 10ms or less.

Perle's all IDS Managed Switches come equipped with the P-Ring feature, which prevents packets from looping forever and rebroadcasting the packets to flood the network by providing an easy-to-use method for configuring a ring network that uses standard spanning tree protocols.

Dispersed manufacturing sites exceed Ethernet distance limitation but do not warrant costly Fiber Network installation

Bet365 choose Perle Console Servers to perform secure remote data center management and out-of-band management (OOBM) of IT assets . Serial Console Servers enable administrators to securely access remote serial console ports on equipment such as PBXs, servers, routers, network storage equipment and security appliances through an IP network.

Perle Ethernet Extenders overcome transmission distance restrictions in parking facilities with industrial quality and resilience to extreme temperatures. Control Systems, Inc. has relied on them for years in their projects.

Advantages of using Software Access Point (SoftAP), which is used in peer to peer connects, offers a more modern improvement over ad hoc mode and includes an easier connection method.

Perle PoE Industrial Switches provided a reliable security solution to the Central Bank of Nigeria, with every component designed and tested to operate in extended temperature ranges. The switches are compliant to IEEE 802.3af/at and provide up to 30 watts of power to PDs.

Sonic Automotive installed PoE Ethernet Extenders to provide the WAPs with power and extend the network network access in all areas to enhance the customer experience, car salesmen are provided with iPads and iPhones on which they can access pricing information, model details, delivery times and more.

IT-Helpdesk.Co uses Perle Ethernet Extenders to bridge data transmission limitations at the annual Village Green Festival. Perle Ethernet Extenders close the 250m gap between Manor House and Festival grounds and provide seamless data transmsission and connectivity to a number of wireless access points, media tents, exhibitor tents and local service feeds.

In case of a power outage, UPS kicks-in providing back-up power to the Rockefeller Center, Two World Financial Center and the Pepsi Building

Perle Protocol Transparent Media Converters with multimode and singlemode SFPs are used by the BBC's mobile MADI audio data transmission solution to ensure flawless conversion.

Deutsche Windtechnik replace unreliable commercial grade Switches and Serial to Ethernet Servers with Industrial Grade products from Perle

Perle's gigabit media converters helped Golden Gate Bridge Highway & Transportation District double fiber distance without losing bandwidth. The cost-effective and reliable solution met all requirements for easy installation and effective use.

PTP - Precision Time Protocol is available in Perle Industrial Managed Switches and is in demand for process synchronization in various industries, such as automation and control systems, measurement and automatic test systems, power generation, transmission and distribution systems as well as telecommunications.

Perle products use IEEE 802.1x and Port Security to control network access by limiting and identifying MAC addresses. Any violations trigger actions like sending SNMP trap messages and shutting down ports.

Perle products, which have password strength checking enabled, will ensure that passwords meet the strong password requirements specified by the NERC CIP-007-3 standard.

Perle supports Management Access List (ACL) for restricting access to the management interface of their devices. Administrators can specify allowed IP addresses, effectively blocking unauthorized workstations from attempting access.

Advanced Protocols in Perle Industrial Managed Switches such as LLDP, GVRP, Voice VLANs, MSTP, RSTP are optimizing the performance and intelligence of the network.

NBCUniversal use Perle Industrial Switch and Media Converter to gain device control of Ethernet enabled satellite amplifiers greater than 300ft from a switch. The setup is an inexpensive way to expand the network.

St. Joseph's Healthcare achieved seamless 100% Wi-Fi coverage using Perle PoE Ethernet Extenders connected to switches. Ethernet was transmitted over the traveler cable, ensuring a cost-efficient and timely solution.

Aker Solutions chooses Perle Device Servers for their high data throughput rates. The new SMACS6 MCS with integrated IOLAN Serial Device Servers is currently installed and operating seamlessly on the Britannia Satellites platform.

Perle IOLAN Electric Utility Terminal Servers provide secure remote user authentication and management capabilities for Phasor Measurement Units (PMUÆs) that keep the grid stable and enhance reliability.

Memset installed Perle IOLAN SCS Console Servers in every Data Centre Rack, providing Console Management and network control in case of failure. IOLAN Console Servers save Memset time, space and power.

Tesla Motors use Perle Media Converters to integrate an existing 100Base-FX door entry security system into a new copper Gigabit network without replacing the door reader devices or compromising security.

Jorin upgraded to a Gigabit IP camera, needing a Rate Converting Media Converter. Perle Media Converters fulfilled connectivity, temperature, and size requirements and increased processing and transmission speeds, guaranteed reliability, and future-proofed the installation.

Perle PoE+ Industrial Media Converters enable over 30,000 connections at the Tour de France event.

A new flexible virtualization platform reduces capital expense, improves automation and minimizes network downtime.

Perle Gigabit Media Converters provide fiber to copper conversion and POE+ to WLAN Access Points inside NEMA Weatherproof Enclosures.

Serial Console Severs facilitate pre-configuration and out of band access to firewalls, switches, load balancers and other networked devices.

Lockheed Martin moved sensitive equipment from harsh conditions to a Comms Room and replaced the PC with solid-state technology to handle the data imagery equipment using Perle's Media Converters for copper to fibre conversion for the network link.

Sainsbury's integrate Perle Terminal Servers into Warehouse Distribution System to provide the RS422 to Ethernet connectivity. It plays a critical role in optimum logistical operations

Perle PoE Ethernet Extenders are the only VDSL- based Ethernet Extenders on the market that have a built-in PSE controller that is fully compliant with PoE standards.

Perle Device Servers with a Virtual Modem behave like a real modem for dial-up applications. They enable devices to connect to remote locations without modifying existing software, eliminating phone charges, and delivering a dedicated and faster connection.

US Department of Energy use Perle Terminal Servers to meet NERC CIP Compliance. Perle IOLAN Electric Utility Terminal Servers provide secure remote user authentication and management capabilities for Phasor Measurement Units (PMUÆs) that keep the grid stable and enhance reliability.

The PD Reset feature on Perle's PoE Ethernet Extenders allow a central location to remotely reset PoE devices like IP cameras and wireless access points, even in isolated and difficult-to-reach areas, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming on-site visits.

PoE Ethernet Extenders provides PoE Extension, Power over VDSL and they are using Power Multiplier Feature.

Lockheed Martin needed to replace discontinued Cisco 2509 Access Servers in the UK. Perle's IOLAN SCS C Console Servers provided a drop-in solution that didn't require cabling changes. After testing, Perle Console Servers were chosen over Cisco's 2610 Access Servers for their reliability and security at a lower cost.

New Content Media use IOLAN Device Servers to provide the serial tunnel needed to transmit live TV images. Perle IOLAN Device Servers ensure seamless communication between the new mixing board and the remote camera with only a slightly modification to the network architecture.

The steps explain how to keep the remaining available power budget number positive, so you can be assured that your fiber network will deliver the required performance over the life of the installation.

IOLAN Device Servers provide RS232 connectivity to on-board hardware and transmission of GPS data in real-time. This optimizes hydraulic-assisted steering of tractors and reduces product loss during harvest.

Installation of some multimode fiber and Perle Ethernet to Fiber Media Converters enabled the extension of the Ethernet network and improved network speed without any costly replacement of network infrastructure.

Avis Budget uses Perle IOLAN SDSM Console Servers with an integrated modem for remote access and initial diagnostics by the Telco provider, ensuring a reliable internal network for car rentals, contracts, and financial transactions. This helps avoid power outages and switch/router malfunctions, and allows for quick action if maintenance is needed.

PanGeo Subsea incorporated Perle IOLAN Device Servers into their Sub-Bottom ImagerÖ system, which allows for the transmission of important geo-hazard and seafloor debris data collected on the ocean floor to the surface via Perle Device Servers.

Perle Products offer Quality of Service (QoS) features for prioritizing traffic and managing bandwidth. This ensures smooth operation of VoIP, video collaboration, networked video security, and remote monitoring applications.

Media Converters are essential for MAN deployment, facilitating seamless transition between the local Ethernet setup and the dark fiber. They enable consistent protocol handling during data transmissionresulting in significant performance enhancements over WAN systems.

PerleVIEW Device Management System is an Enterprise-grade, multi-user, Windows server-based centralized management package that simplifies the configuration, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Perle products in medium to large-scale deployments. PerleVIEW follows the ISO Telecommunications Management Network model and framework (FCAPS) for managing a network.

ISPs improve residential network performance through media conversionby using media converters to integrate fiber-optic infrastructures and provide high-speed data services.

Media Converters offer flexible expansion in Horizontal Networks. Media Converters ease the integration of fiber cabling to extend network distances avoid EMI disruptions and tighten data security

The use of chassis-based media converters is a cost effective means of providing fiber connectivity to enable long distance data transfer in campus networks.

Fiber to Ethernet Media Converters simplify the process by allowing businesses to use optical technologies to support high-bandwidth backhaul networks that connect to low-bandwidth Ethernet networks accessed by the end user.

As the network upgrades are traditionally complex and expensive. Fiber to Copper Media Converters can simplify both of these issues for businesses and enable them to improve network performance.

Stockton East Water District choose Perle for Fiber to Ethernet upgrade. Perle Media Converters connect a remote server room, over 2000 feet of multimode fiber, back to a main server room 1000Base-T Switch to improve network redundancy and reliability.

This is the first in a three-part series on major problems that can occur when businesses rush to deploy a fiber-optic cabling infrastructure.

Integrating copper and fiber cabling in retail network environments

BT replaced X.25 Network with direct IP connection to LDU using Perle IOLAN Terminal Servers, allowing faster communication with exchanges and better customer service. Redundancy, security, and local support were key requirements met by Perle IOLAN STS 8 DC Terminal Servers.

Perle offers Gigabit Media Converters that enable Gigabit speeds across a multimode fiber link up to 2km in length to avoid the cost, complications, and lead times associated with the installation of new fiber.

SFP Optical Transceivers are interchangeable. Perle SFP Media Converters and Industrial Ethernet Switches enable a device to connect to a variety of fiber and copper cable types and distances.

Perle's Fast Ethernet Media Converters combine an existing 802.3 standard with its own Link Pass-Through feature to provide the necessary signaling with the remote peer, ensuring that there is always end-to-end transparency to network equipment end points.

To protect enterprise infrastructure, proper authentication methods and encrypted sessions are essential when accessing networking equipment. Perle Products support secure management sessions, ensuring enhanced security for network administrators and users.

Perle Products that support AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) Security Services gives legitimate users the ability to access networked assets while limiting unauthorized access.

Understanding the need for an onboard processor in the media converter that continuously monitors the status of the links connected to its transceiver ports.

By encorporating HTTP Tunneling technology, Perle IOLANÆs are the first and only serial device servers to securely connect and transport serial data for transport between remote serial peers over the internet without the need to change firewall settings.

Serial Tunneling enables you to establish a link across Ethernet to a serial port on another Serial Device Server.

A whitepaper discussing how Terminal Servers evolved over time

Perle's IOLAN Console Servers eliminate accidental downtime caused by power-off break signals from Terminal Servers to attached Solaris servers by preventing the signals from being sent. Administrators can still send an intentional break through a special key sequence. It's an ideal solution for remote Solaris console management.

The Perle IOLANs server's Multihost feature enable sharing a serial port with multiple TCP or UDP servers. This makes them perfect for applications that require simultaneous data recording to multiple data loggers and providing redundancy backup.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) using Perle Device Servers in order to Ethernet enable traffic controllers. Perle IOLANs had allowed them to maintain the use of existing traffic controllers when they upgraded the network to a bandwidth for new video technology.

Ethernet-based video detection is useful for managing and controlling traffic, providing emergency vehicles and incident management with real-time feedback. A northeastern US municipality replaced older serial to fibre converters with high-performance, cost-efficient IOLAN Device Servers.

The City IP-enables existing traffic control devices, such as variable message signs, signal controllers, roadside sensors, lane control signals, to interface with the new ATMS and Ethernet-based traffic equipment. This way the City avoided costly equipment replacement & leveraged their initial traffic control equipment investment.

Perle Terminal Servers network 90,000 serial devices and delay EOL of existing equipment by up to 8 years

Forties Oil Field uses Terminal Server technology to transmit performance information about pumps to the main control room via Ethernet network, facilitating oil flow control through SCADA system.

Terminal Servers were installed throughout the building to network enable 180 user terminals for access to system host servers.

IOLAN Device Servers extended the availability of a critical report by connecting 150 application specific serial printers to the LAN and moving the application to a back office server.

University of Victoria underwater observatory uses Perle's IOLAN Device Servers and enabled remote monitoring and extended the duration of instrument deployment but also improved researchers' ability to analyze data by providing real-time access, cross-referencing, baselining, and mining data archives.

Implementing Remote IT Infrastructure Management at Universities and School Systems

IOLAN Device Servers network enable multiple CNC machines on the plant floor. Centralized network access to the machines decrease human error and increase manufacturing efficiency.

Perle's TruePort COM port re-director can provide the IP-Encapsulation for tunneling of serial data into network packets and the transport of the data over a network.

Discussing how Perle Console Servers and Cellular Routers help protect the critical infrastructure of the power grid.

Implementing Remote IT Infrastructure Management in Hospitals and Medical Offices

Device Servers allow for medical equipment with a serial port, such as blood analyzers (or any device with a RS232 connection) to be network-enabled.

Perle IOLAN DS1 Device Servers allowed a hospital to connect 40 blood analyzers from multiple vendors located in different laboratories to their network without PCs. Its reliability, single-port design, and easy placement saved on cabling costs. The compact design can be anchored for protection and improved reliability.

I/O Device Server Technical Note describing how custom TCP/IP applications can be created to receive digital events from remote digital inputs.

I/O Device Server Technical Note describing I/O tunneling as transmitting digital input signals to a remote output peer over an IP/ Ethernet network

With secure remote access via a Console Server, Perle's EMS/SAC Web Interface enables out-of-band control of Windows and non-Windows equipment, reducing costs and minimizing network downtime

Remote employees gain simultaneous access to 24 modems with no restrictions on concurrent users.

Existing serial based pollable storage units and system access terminals were connected to the new servers via Perle's IOLAN SDS2 and call centers and contact centers reduced their overall upgrade costs by leveraging existing infrastructure

Remote administration and management of Servers and Switches held in billing servers located throughout the world possible with Perle Console Servers.

Perle Console Servers reduce maintenance costs for France Telecom

IOLAN Console Servers provided remote access and management of 60 Sun Servers through the company network.

IOLAN Console Servers provide remote access to Cisco serial, USB, or Ethernet console management ports provide an efficient back door method for recovery.

Perle IOLAN Serial to Ethernet Terminal Servers with IPSec VPN Gateway feature, IOLANs can participate within an IPSec VPN infrastructure simplifying deployments connecting to critical assets that use serial communications.

Perle has a configurable Data Logging feature for raw TCP sessions to the IOLAN serial to Ethernet device servers.

Perle's TruePort utility allows you to create virtual COM ports when installed into the VM Guest OS.

Perle IOLAN Terminal Servers, with TrueSerial« technology provides authentic serial connections over Ethernet so software applications and devices can now seamlessly communicate across a network.

IOLAN Device Servers provide the serial to Ethernet connectivity between the 911 feed and the network.

Perle Terminal Servers provide network connectivity and advanced security for 60 remotely managed stations

IOLAN Device Servers ensure network access of remote parking gates

IOLANs have the ability to work with DNS Servers to associate its given names with its allocated IP addresses. This standard mechanism is widely used by the internet and large enterprises to associate names to IP addresses.

With Perle's IP Aliasing, addressable names can be assigned to serials port on IOLAN Terminal Servers for easy port identification.

Centralized out-of-band management for IT infrastructure provides access and visibility during critical failures

Perle's EasyPort Web provides an easy and convenient view of all authorized serial ports on an IOLAN or IOLAN cluster using an internet browser.

Redundant Path technology assures serial port access through Active Standby and Dual Network Access modes on all dual Ethernet IOLANs.

If you have a device that you are struggling attach to your network, we will match you up with an existing Device Plug-in, or tailor one for you.

Perle I/O Device Server Application Note: Monitoring of Fluid Levels in Remote Sterilization Equipment

By connecting the card readers to an Ethernet network using a serial Device Server, a single computer can now read and control each reader, resulting in a more secure system and reduced costs through increased efficiencies in database management.

Examples of Digital, Analog and Temperature I/O Devices for use with IOLAN I/O Device Servers

Download Perle’s SDK to quickly develop any custom application for IOLAN Serial Terminal Servers to solve unique serial to Ethernet connectivity challenges.

Using IOLAN Device Servers to connect Modbus RTU or ASCII devices to Modbus/TCP Networks

A Background on Power Over Ethernet IEEE 802.3bt, 802.3at, and 802.3af standards. Understanding PSEs, Single-signature PDs, and Dual-signature PDs. Finding a Mid-Span power injector, PoE Switch, or extending PoE beyond 100 meters.

Fine-tune the flow of data between a network device and the serial equipment with IOLAN Device Servers.

Secure IOLANs provide multiple cipher selections including AES and 3DES, key management, peer authentication as well as the ability to operate in either SSL/TLS server or client modes making it the best choice for all secure serial to Ethernet projects.

Easy Config Installation Wizard Provided with every IOLAN Terminal Server eliminates configuration hassels for all IOLANs on your IP network.

Allstream provides managed services for growing infrastructure. Their data center offers security, monitoring, and application flexibility. They chose Perle's console server to prevent downtime and ensure reliable support for customers.

OSM chose Perle IOLAN+ Terminal Servers for their OPUS::L solution due to their reliability in providing critical lab results at the right time to allow the doctors to start effective life saving measures. The integration into their software was quick and easy.

Devon Fire and Rescue upgraded to Telewest broadband, cutting costs and increasing efficiency. A router connects to a Perle IOLAN DS1 device server via Ethernet, which is then connected to the mobilising unit's serial COM port. This highly reliable alerting system aids in lifesaving.

IOLAN Device Servers use serial COM ports to network enable terminals with debit/credit card readers.

A discussion paper for system administrators

Perle's TruePort, a Windows-based COM port re-director driver utility installed on application servers, redirects COM port data across the IP/Ethernet network to connected devices via Perle Terminal Servers, I/O Device Servers, or LTE Routers, with comprehensive driver support for Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems.

IOLAN Terminal Servers are the ideal choice for meeting serial connectivity needs of today, while an organization lays the foundation for future deployments.

Terminal Servers provide a configurable, transportable integrated system capable of communicating with multiple devices in a mobile setting.

Console Servers provide secure remote access to multiple distributed Ethernet switches and ensure all network data transmissions are secure.

A U.S. city's 911 service requiring Internet-based in-band management for its extensive PBX network. The IOLAN SDS1 created secure links and a single point of access for technicians to manage a city's extensive PBX network, resulting in reduced labor costs and protection of original equipment investment.

Subsea 7 uses the Perle IOLAN+ serial server to power a cutting-edge GPS technology solution for precise positioning and navigation services. It has proven to be a robust and compact solution for data transfer, earning our continued trust and satisfaction.

Perle Terminal Servers supply Numerical Control (NC) files to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines on the shop floor of an extensive manufacturing plant.

IOLAN Terminal Servers transmit air quality, personnel exposure, temperature and humidity data gathered by a radiation safety monitoring system to a central location to ensure worker safety.

Ace Hardware uses the Perle Terminal Server and it delivered an integrated multifunction solution for serial and parallel networking applications. It would also cut the cost of ownership and the need for multiple units by acting as a terminal server, remote access server, and modem pool.