IS5 COMMUNICATIONS iDS6 Series User manual

Intelligent 6 Port Device Server
iDS6 Series User’s Manual
Version 1.2
Mar 2017
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Table of Contents
All Rights Reserved....................................................................................................................2
Disclaimer Of Liability...............................................................................................................2
Registered Trademarks..............................................................................................................2
Third Party Copyrights ..............................................................................................................2
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................2
Caution: Service ................................................................................................................................5
Caution: Physical Access ...................................................................................................................5
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................6
1.1 About the iDS6 Serial Device Server...................................................................................6
1.2 Software Features............................................................................................................6
1.3 Hardware Features...........................................................................................................6
Hardware Installation .........................................................................................................................7
2.1 Installing the Server on a DIN-Rail......................................................................................7
Mounting the iDS6 Series on a DIN-Rail.........................................................................................7
2.2 Panel or Wall Mount Installation.......................................................................................8
Mounting the iDS6 Series on a Panel or Wall.................................................................................8
3.1 iDS6 Front Panel...............................................................................................................9
3.2 iDS6P Front Panel...........................................................................................................10
3.3 Front Panel LEDS............................................................................................................11
3.4 DB9 Serial Ports..............................................................................................................13
3.5 Terminal Block Serial Ports (5 Pin) ...................................................................................13
3.6 Power Supply Connections..............................................................................................13
3.7 Chassis Ground Connection.............................................................................................15
Cables..........................................................................................................................................16
4.1 Ethernet Cables..............................................................................................................16
5.1 Configuration by Web Browser........................................................................................17
About Web-based Management..................................................................................175.1.1
System Setting............................................................................................................195.1.2
5.1.2.1 System Information .................................................................................................19
5.1.2.2 SNTP Configuration................................................................................................19
5.1.2.3 IP Configuration......................................................................................................20
5.1.2.4 DDNS Configuration...............................................................................................22
5.1.2.5 User Authentication .................................................................................................23

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Port Serial Setting.......................................................................................................235.1.3
5.1.3.1 Serial Configuration .................................................................................................23
5.1.3.2 Port Profile .............................................................................................................25
5.1.3.3 Service Mode –Virtual COM....................................................................................26
5.1.3.4 Service Mode –TCP Server......................................................................................27
5.1.3.5 Service Mode –TCP Client.......................................................................................28
5.1.3.6 Service Mode –UDP...............................................................................................29
Device Server Management ........................................................................................305.1.4
5.1.4.1 Access IP Control List..............................................................................................30
5.1.4.2 SMTP/SNMP Configuration ....................................................................................31
5.1.4.3 System Event Configuration......................................................................................32
Save/Reboot ..............................................................................................................345.1.5
Device Server Help......................................................................................................355.1.6
Technical Specifications.................................................................................................................36

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FCC Statement and Cautions
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital devicepursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated ina commercial environment. This equipment cangenerate,
use, and radiateradiofrequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which casethe user will at his/her own expense, be
required to correct the interference.
Caution: Service
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all
warranties null and void.
Changes ormodifications notexpressly approved by iS5 CommunicationsInc. could invalidate specifications, test results,
and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Should this device require service, please contact [e-mail].
Caution: Physical Access
This product should be installed in a restricted access location. Access should only begained by qualified service
personnel or users who have been instructed on the reasons for the restrictions applied atthe location, and any
precautions that havebeen taken. Access must only be via the use of a tool or lock and key, or other means of
security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

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Introduction
1.1 About the iDS6 Serial Device Server
The iDS6 series is an industrial gradeserial server with 4 ports RS232/422/485 and 2 LAN ports with optional
isolation form RS-422/485 serial ports and one P.O.E PD Ethernet port. Users are ableto configure the iDS6
using a web browser via one of the LAN ports on the iDS6. The iDS6 series offers many powerful features for
HW & SW redundant functions.
When the connection between master-link and LAN fails, if setup in Redundant mode the iDS6 can
automatically switch to the other LAN port within 10m, and thus guarantee a non-stop connection. The iDS6
series also supports Switch mode, allowing users to Daisy Chain several serial servers to reduce the usageof
Ethernet switch ports. Also, the iDS6 can simultaneously transfer data into 5 host PCs. This feature can assure
all critical data issaved in differenthost PCs to avoid Ethernet break or host PCs failure.
Additionally, the iDS6 series provides dual redundant power inputs on a terminal block connection. The iDS6
series provides NAT pass through function so that users are ableto manage iDS6 insideor outsidethe NAT
router.
1.2 Software Features
Redundant Dual Ethernet Ports: Recovery time < 10ms.
Switch Mode Supported: Daisy Chain supportto reduce usageof switch ports.
NAT-pass through: User can manage iDS6 through NAT router.
Redundant multiple host devices: 5 simultaneous in Virtual COM, TCP Server, TCP Client mode, UDP.
Secured Management by HTTPS and SSH.
VersatileMode: Virtual Com, Serial Tunnel, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP
Event Warning by Syslog, Email, SNMP trap, Relay and Beeper
Various Windows O.S.supported: Windows NT/2000/ XP/ 2003/VISTA 32bits
1.3 Hardware Features
2 x 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet port
1 optional PoEPD port (IEEE 802.3af compliant)
4 x isolated serial port(DB9 or 5 pin terminal block)
Dual Power Input low-voltage (LV) DC (10-48VDC)
Dual Power Input medium-voltage (MV) DC (36-75VDC)
SingleInput Hi-voltage(HV) AC/DC input (85-264VAC, 880-300VDC) with Single(10-48VDC) backup
Wide Operating Temperature: -40 to 85oC
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85 oC
Operating Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Chassis:IP-40 Galvanized Steel
Dimensions:52 mm(W)x 106.1 mm( D )x 144.3 mm(H)

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Hardware Installation
2.1 Installing the Server on a DIN-Rail
Each server has a DIN-Rail bracket on the rear panel. The DIN-Rail bracket secures the server onto the
DIN-Rail.
Mounting the iDS6 Series on a DIN-Rail
Step 1: Slantthe server and hook the metal bracketon to the top of the DIN-Rail.
Step 2: Push the bottom of the server toward the DIN-Rail until the bracket snaps in place.
DIN-Rail
Bracket

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2.2 Panel or Wall Mount Installation
The server can also be panel or wall mounted. The following steps show how to mount the server on a
panel or wall.
Mounting the iDS6 Series on a Panel or Wall
Option 1: Fix mounting brackets to the sideof server using the 4 screws included in the package.
Option 2: Fix mounting brackets to the back of server using 4 screws included in the package.

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Note: To avoid damage to the unit please use the screws provided to mount the panel mount brackets to the
unit.
Hardware Overview
3.1 iDS6 Front Panel

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iSD6 Front Panel illustration
iDS6 Front Panel Item Descriptions:
1. PoE and system status LED (optional).
2. PWR1 and system status LED.
3. PWR2 and system status LED.
4. Fault indicator LED.
5. Status LEDs for the 4 Serial ports.
6. 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet port and Ethernet status LEDs.
7. 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet port (optional PoEPD port) and Ethernet status LEDs.
8. 4x RS-232/422/485 serial ports.
3.2 iDS6P Front Panel