EDG-4508(R)+/4516(R)+ User Manual 2
Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides the necessary information to use EDG-4508(R)+
and EDG-4516(R)+. The Advantech Ethernet Data Gateway series (EDG
series) consists of fast and cost-effective data gateways between RS-232/
422/485 and Ethernet interfaces.
EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ are part of the Ethernet Data Gate-
way (EDG) family of multiple port modules. They provide reliable and
cost-effective network connections for serial devices, allowing users to
extend their limited COM ports without changing the architecture of their
existing application (s). EDG immediately upgrades users' existing device
to the Internet world.
EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ provide 8 and 16 serial ports respec-
tively, that can be easily configured. To increase the reliability of sys-
tems, EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ provide two significant
functions:
• Auto-reconnection and IP access control.
• Support for transmission speeds up to 230 kbps (RS-485), meeting
today's demand for high-speed data exchanges.
1.2 Features
• Supports 8/16 channels (8 Channels for EDG-4508(R)+, 16 Channels
for EDG-4516(R)+).
• Supports RS-232/422/485
• 4 DI, 4 DO for alarm handling
• Web-based configuration
• Auto-reconnection: automatic connection recovery to network
• LEDs for power status and all ports Tx/Rx monitoring
• Console mode configuration
• Supports front wiring access for EDG-4508+ and EDG-4516+, rear
wiring access for EDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+
Summary of Contents for EDG-4508+
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