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NetGuardian-16S Overview1
Fig. 1.1. NetGuardian-16S: High capacity and versatile capabilities make it a powerhouse RTU
NetGuardian-16S — Proven Hardware and Software, New and Expanded Capabilities
The NetGuardian-16S is a multifunction, high capacity, NEBS-certified, LAN-based, SNMP/DCPx remote
telemetry unit. The NetGuardian-16S is based on the proven hardware and software capabilities of DPS
Telecom's popular NetGuardian-16S 832A RTU, but the NetGuardian-16S adds greatly expanded functionality.
The NetGuardian-16S incorporates many functions that previously required several separate units, while
occupying only 1 RU on any standard 19" or 23" equipment rack, freeing valuable rack space for
revenue-generating equipment.
The NetGuardian-16S features:
·Built-in Web Interface: monitor your alarms from any computer, without an alarm master
·Two separate IP addresses for security: one IP address for private company LAN access, and a second IP
address for public Internet access
·Voice Call Out for reporting alarms via telephone call
·Integrated Building Status Unit for local alarm visibility
·32 reversible discrete alarm inputs (expandable to 176 alarm points by adding NetGuardian-16S DX
Expansion Units)
·16 reach-through serial ports with terminal server functionality for connecting multiple concurrent
users via Telnet over LAN to telecom switches, servers, radios, PBXs and other equipment
·8 programmable NO/NC control relays (expandable to 32 by adding NetGuardian-16S DX Expansion
Units)
·32 ping alarms
·Automatic 24/7 email and pager alarm notification
·Alarm reporting to any SNMP manager or the T/Mon NOC Alarm Monitoring System
·Backup dial-up alarm reporting
·Dual –48 VDC power inputs
·Free lifetime firmware updates, installed via LAN or serial connection
·NEBS Level 3 compliance
Dual IP address security model for safe public access
For enhanced security, the NetGuardian-16S has two separate IP addresses on separate subnets. This allows you
to safely connect the NetGuardian-16S to both your private company LAN and the public Internet. Since the
public IP address is on a separate subnet, users from the outside cannot connect to your company LAN.
Connect via LAN to telecom switches, servers, radios and more
The NetGuardian-16S's 16 reach-through serial ports provide LAN-based terminal server access to up to 16 serial
devices Multiple users can simultaneously connect to the NetGuardian-16S via Telnet over LAN to connect and
control telecom switches, servers, radios, multiplexers, PBXs and many other types of remote site equipment.
NEBS-compliant for guaranteed reliability
The NetGuardian-16S is compliant with NEBS Level 3 electrical, environmental and safety standards.
NEBS-certified NetGuardian-16S models are available as an option.
