The Backbone Bridging Industrial Control Applications in the Digital Ecosystem
As industrial applications are accelerating towards digital transformation, remote and data-driven operations are either migrating to the cloud or being integrated to modern network infrastructures or protocols. Cybersecurity is then pivotal in bolstering IT-OT synergy in this transition.
Secure Serial Device Servers address the challenges in industrial control processes by bridging legacy serial devices with modern Ethernet networks as communication gateways. Data is translated bidirectionally between serial and network transmissions, whether at remote or local sites, as long as they are within the same Ethernet network. This enables seamless data exchange, centralized monitoring, and remote device management between disparate technologies while ensuring secure integration of diverse industrial devices into interconnected IT systems for enhanced operational efficiency and informed decision-making.
Key features
Serial to Ethernet connectivity
(RS-232 / 422 / 485)
Surge / 1.5kV Magnetic
Isolation Protection
Robust Security
Power Redundancy
PoE
Modbus Gateway
Level-up Security
To safeguard against potential vulnerability in the face of rising cyberattacks in the IIOT field, the SN series Secure Serial Device Servers are equipped with robust security features at every level, encompassing network access control, user authentication, data integrity and data confidentiality. This comprehensive security framework empowers organizations with a multifaceted defense system to guarantee secure data transmission.
Power Redundancy
Ensuring network uptime is as paramount as ramping up network security. To mitigate the risk of unexpected network failures or downtime, Secure Serial Device Servers can be seamlessly integrated into diverse industrial environments with robust power redundancy. Additionally, each unit operates at an exceptionally low power consumption of less than 1W in standby mode, promoting cost-efficiency
Operation ModesThe serial port of SN series Secure Serial Device Servers is functional in various operating modes, catering to various types of serial devices to be seamlessly visible on the network. The operating modes include Real COM, TCP, Serial Tunneling, Console Management, and UDP, and each Secure Device Server is fortified with advanced secure functions in each mode, aiding users in optimizing operations while ensuring secure serial data transmission.
Modbus Gateway for Seamless System Integration
The SN3400 series serves as a versatile Modbus gateway, facilitating the conversion between Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII protocols. Modbus serial slave devices can then be integrated effortlessly into an existing Modbus TCP network, enabling effective communication with Modbus TCP masters for enhanced network interoperability.
Applications
The SN series Secure Serial Device Servers are ideally suited for a wide range of industrial control processes requiring serial-to-Ethernet data acquisition and control, such as those in production lines, retail stores, power plants, public transportation, etc. They are flexibly mountable in various industrial environments and can be seamlessly integrated into existing IT infrastructure.
ATEN Solutions in Action
Product Category
| Option | SN34011-Port RS232/422/485 Secure Serial Device Server | SN3401P1-Port RS232/422/485 Secure Serial Device Server with PoE | SN34022-Port RS232/422/485 Secure Serial Device Server | SN3402P2-Port RS232/422/485 Secure Serial Device Server with PoE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Over IP | ||||
| Serial Standard | RS-232/422/485 | RS-232/422/485 | RS-232/422/485 | RS-232/422/485 |
| PoE | N/A | N/A | ||
| Modbus Gateway | ||||
| Number of Serial Ports | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
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Energy & Utilities
Renewable energy is vital for mitigating climate change, but its dependence on geographical location poses new challenges for on-site workforce management and the monitoring of power generation and facility operation at a power plant or utility site.
ATEN SN3000 / SN3400 series Secure Serial Device Servers enable instant serial-to-Ethernet connectivity, ensuring that energy data collected from equipment at a power plant or utility site, such as wind / hydroelectric turbines, can be accessed remotely via Ethernet from anywhere and at any time.
- Supports real-time monitoring and secured remote data collection
- Easy system integration without affecting existing control environment
- Flexible and adaptive installation
- Surge protection & power redundancy
Healthcare
To support the digitization of medical information and expand into new fields like food hygiene testing, environmental analysis, and genetic analysis, research and analysis workflows are aimed to be streamlined. However, a significant portion of clinical data had to be manually collected from specialized equipment lacking LAN ports, such as serial-interfaced coagulation analyzers.
ATEN SN3000 / SN3400 series Secure Serial Device Servers enable networking of devices through serial-to-Ethernet connectivity, allowing direct transmission of results to the centralized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
- enables network connectivity of serial equipment for centralized management
- enables remote access via TPC server for seamless integration of medical equipment
- reduces manual data collection and input, saving man-hours and accelerating availability of analysis results for a streamlined service provision
Manufacturing
In a PLC-driven production line environment with a seamless integration of numerous devices and software, the primary aim is to monitor and automate production processes, optimizing the use and reuse of high-cost equipment. Effective management of this system demands continuous oversight of power meters, water-cooled chillers, dust collectors, and scrubbers.
ATEN SN3000 / SN3400 series Secure Serial Device Servers enable the monitoring and control of the PLC devices directly from the facility’s control room, along with FFU control computers, to simplify operations and ensure timely responses.
- enables rapid serial-to-Ethernet connectivity to facilitate easy network access directly from the facility's control room
- enables remote access capabilities to all processing devices within the facility, including PLC devices and FFU control PCs, for convenient and centralized monitoring from any location
- allows IoT gateways equipped with SCADA to manage the control and monitoring of the entire factory's facilities
Warehouse Automation
In the dynamic landscape of logistics, efficiency is paramount. Parcels are dropped off, scanned, and whisked away seemingly on autopilot. Warehouse Automation is revolutionizing the way businesses manage inventory, streamline operations, and enhance overall productivity.
ATEN SN3000 / SN3400 series Secure Serial Device Servers facilitate the connection between a barcode scanner and the central hub. As postal codes are scanned, the SN device efficiently transmits this data remotely over Ethernet back to the OMS (Order Management System) and WMS (Warehouse Management System) where order status, inventory, shipment status are managed, allowing for swift package routing, sorting, and preparation for delivery. In order to maintain an uninterrupted and smooth warehousing workflow, the SN3000 / SN3400 series Secure Device Servers feature benefits of:
- instant serial-to-Ethernet connectivity to facilitate the connection of serial devices for timely remote data transmission
- allowing postal codes scanned to be securely and remotely transmitted back to the E-commerce and warehouse systems in real time for synchronized status updates
- flexible installation options via mounting on the wall or the din rail in either the pick-up point or the warehouse
Production Line Automation
Server Room Management
