SD-330AC-US - Silex SD-330AC Wireless Device Server

Product Information

• Part Number: SD-330AC
• Product Name: Silex Technology SD-330AC Wireless LAN Serial Device Server
• Manufacturer: Silex Technology
• Product Type: Device Server / Wireless Device Server
• Condition: New

Product Description

The Silex Technology SD-330AC is a wireless serial device server designed to securely connect and enable network capability for devices equipped with RS-232C serial interfaces. It transforms legacy serial devices, such as those found in industrial automation, building automation, medical devices, point-of-sale systems, LED signs, and specialized printers, by connecting them to a wireless LAN (WLAN) or wired Ethernet network. The SD-330AC supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, offering flexible deployment in various network environments including Infrastructure Mode and Ad-Hoc Mode. It features robust enterprise-level security, including WPA2-EAP and IEEE 802.1x authentication. The device eliminates the need for direct PC connections to serial devices, improving installation freedom, enabling remote maintenance, and reducing labor time. It also supports various connection modes, including Serial Port Emulation Mode, Raw TCP Connection Mode, and eCable Mode for device-to-device communication.

Product Specifications

• Device Type: Wireless device server
• Form Factor: External
• Connectivity Technology: Wired, Wireless
• Data Link Protocols: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, RS-232C, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac
• Network (RJ-45) Ports: 1 x 10/100Base-TX
• Serial Ports: 1 x RS-232C (DB-9)
• Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi 5)
• Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
• Antenna: 1 x External detachable antenna
• Security Features: ['Open (128bit)', 'WPA-PSK (AUTO)', 'WPA2-PSK (AES)', 'WPA-EAP (AUTO)', 'WPA2-EAP (AES)', 'IEEE 802.1x (EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP, EAP-FAST, LEAP)', 'AES', 'TLS', 'TTLS', 'PEAP', 'LEAP']
• Remote Management Protocol: Telnet, Web-based configuration
• Features: ['Ad-Hoc Mode', 'Manageable', 'Serial Port Emulation Mode', 'Raw TCP Connection Mode', 'eCable Mode (device-to-device communication)', 'Wireless Station (Client) Mode', 'Wireless Access Point Mode', 'Fast Roaming', 'SX-Virtual Link Software compatibility', 'AMC Manager support']
• Power Consumption Operational: 2.5 Watt (DC5V / 0.5A)
• Power Device: External power adapter
• Operating System Required: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (32/64-bits), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32/64-bits), Microsoft Windows Server 2012 (32/64-bits), Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012R2, Windows Server 2012
• Operating Temperature: 0?C to 50?C (32?F to 122?F)
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 125.7 mm x 75.1 mm x 24.1 mm (4.95 inches x 2.96 inches x 0.95 inches)
• Weight: 305 g (10.76 oz) (body only, including antennas)
• Color: White
• Compliant Standards: VCCI Class B, FCC Class B, ICES-003 Class B, CE Class B, RoHS, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, IEEE 802.1x
• Warranty: Not explicitly stated for standard model, check with vendor

The Silex SD-330AC Wireless Device Server is designed for businesses needing to integrate legacy serial devices into modern wired or wireless networks. This external device server connects equipment with an RS-232C serial interface to either an Ethernet network or a Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) network operating on 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz bands. It enables network capability for devices such as industrial automation controls, medical equipment, point-of-sale systems, and specialized printers, which typically lack native network connectivity. The SD-330AC-US facilitates remote maintenance and improves deployment flexibility by eliminating the need for direct PC connections to serial devices. It supports enterprise-level security protocols including WPA2-EAP and IEEE 802.1x authentication. Connection modes include Serial Port Emulation, Raw TCP, and eCable for device-to-device communication, providing versatile integration options for existing infrastructure.