Recent tornado showcases importance of smart grid

Ensuring proper smart grid performance
Terminal server infrastructure is necessary for utility providers that want to develop a reliable and streamlined smart grid setup. Serial to Ethernet interoperability is necessary in many smart grid setups, making terminal server functionality a critical component of smart grid performance strategies. As a result, terminal servers play an essential role in enabling utility providers to streamline maintenance and limit the impact and length of outages.

Perle offers a range of cost effective serial-to-Ethernet converters to help meet NERC-CIP compliance for the protection of critical cyberassets in substations. The IOLAN SDS HV/LDC Terminal Server is designed to meet harsh environments associated with Power Substations with attributes such as support for substation AC and DC voltage ranges, extended operating temperatures and meeting emission, immunity and safety approvals associated with substation IT equipment.