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3Com 3C5401C CS/2100, 10 Port Termserver, RS232, with Diskette Drive
- 10-port Termserver
- CS/2100 model
- RS232 serial interfaces
- Ethernet connectivity
- Facilitates network access for serial devices
- Includes a diskette drive for configuration/software
- Designed for industrial and enterprise environments
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Termserver
- Model
- CS/2100
- Number of Ports
- 10
- Serial Interface
- RS232
- Network Interface
- Ethernet (10/100Base-TX)
- Included
- Diskette Drive
Product details
This 3Com Termserver provides serial port connectivity for multiple devices over a network. It allows legacy serial devices to communicate via Ethernet, facilitating integration into modern network infrastructures.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Termserver |
| Model | CS/2100 |
| Number of Ports | 10 |
| Serial Interface | RS232 |
Additional Specifications
| Network Interface | Ethernet (10/100Base-TX) |
| Included | Diskette Drive |
| Brand | 3Com |
Description
The 3Com 3C5401C is a 10-port Termserver, specifically the CS/2100 model, designed to bridge the gap between legacy serial devices and modern Ethernet networks. This device allows multiple serial devices, such as industrial controllers, point-of-sale systems, or network equipment, to be connected and managed over an IP network. Each of the 10 ports provides an RS232 serial interface, enabling communication with a wide range of peripherals that utilize serial connections. The termserver connects to the network via an Ethernet port, typically supporting 10/100Base-TX speeds. This allows serial data streams to be encapsulated and transmitted across the network, and vice versa. This capability is invaluable for extending the reach of serial devices, centralizing management, and integrating older equipment into more sophisticated IT infrastructures without requiring a complete hardware overhaul. Notably, the 3C5401C includes a diskette drive. This feature was often used for initial configuration, loading firmware updates, or storing device settings and logs. The inclusion of a diskette drive highlights its design era and its role in environments where physical media was a common method for software distribution and system management. This 3Com termserver is a robust solution for environments requiring reliable serial-to-Ethernet connectivity.
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