EXSYS EX-6164 4-Port RS-232 Serial Device Server, Ethernet to Serial, Metal, 10/100 Mbps, Virtual COM

Connecting legacy RS-232 equipment to a modern Ethernet network can be a challenge, but the EXSYS EX-6164 solves it by converting Ethernet to four RS-232 serial ports. This device server allows you to control and monitor serial devices such as barcode scanners, PLCs, and industrial machinery over a TCP/IP network, eliminating distance limitations and enabling centralized management.

Who is it for

System integrators, IT administrators, and industrial users who need to network-enable multiple RS-232 devices in applications like factory automation, point-of-sale, and remote monitoring. It is ideal for Windows environments, with virtual COM port drivers for seamless integration.

Main features

• 1x 10/100Base-TX Ethernet port with Auto-MDI/MDIX
• 4x RS-232 DB9 male serial ports
• Supports baud rates from 300 bps to 921.6 Kbps
• Multiple operation modes: Virtual COM, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, Pair Connection
• Web-based configuration and Windows utility (EX-6164 Manager)
• Metal housing for durability, wall-mountable
• Wide 9-24V DC power input

Specifications

• Ethernet: 1x RJ45, 10/100Base-TX, Auto-MDI/MDIX
• Serial: 4x RS-232, DB9 male, baud rate 300 bps to 921.6 Kbps, data bits 5/6/7/8, stop bits 1/1.5/2, parity none/even/odd/space/mark, flow control RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF, none
• Network protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, HTTP, DHCP, Telnet, DNS, SNMP, Modbus TCP/IP
• Operating modes: Virtual COM, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, Pair Connection
• OS support (Virtual COM): Windows 7/8/10/11 (32/64-bit), Windows Server 2008/2012/2016/2019/2022
• Power: 9-24V DC input, max consumption 3.5W
• LEDs: Power, Link/Activity, TX/RX per serial port
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Enclosure: Metal, wall-mountable

Tips

Use the EX-6164 Manager utility to easily create virtual COM ports on Windows and map them to the device server's serial ports. For industrial environments, ensure a stable DC power supply within the 9-24V range. The metal housing allows for wall mounting to save space and improve heat dissipation.