Lantronix EDS8PS, EDS32PR, EDS16PS, EDS8PR, EDS4100 User Manual
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EDS Device Servers/Terminal Servers
User Guide
EDS4100
EDS8PS
EDS16PS
EDS8PR
EDS16PR
EDS32PR
Part Number 900-433
Revision I April 2011
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Disclaimer
Note: This product has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC and EN5502 2:1998 Rules when pr operly enclosed and
grounded. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro tection against radio
interference in a residential installation. This equipment genera tes, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with this guide, may
cause interference to radio communications. See “Appendix C - Compliance” on
page 155 for additional information.
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Revision History
Date Rev. Comments
March 2006 A Initial Document
October 2006 B EDS16PR and EDS32PR products added.
December 2006 D German and English TUV certification added.
January 2007 E EDS8PR product added.
November 2007 F Added LPD, Terminal Host, RSS, and RT pages; updated XML and
other pages.
November 2008 G EDS8PS and EDS16PS products added.
May 2009 H Updated for EDS8/16/32PR and EDS4100 v4.1.0.2.
April 2011 I Updated for firmware version 5.2.0.0R24. Added support for Modbus
protocol for EDS4100, configurable MTU, and additional VIP tunnel
connect protocols; as well as improvements to SNMP, logging, and SSL.
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Table of Contents
List of Figures ____________________________________________________________10
List of Tables _____________________________________________________________12
1: About This Guide 14
Chapter and Appendix Summaries ____________________________________________14
Additional Documentation ___________________________________________________15
2: Introduction 16
EDS8PS and EDS16PS Overview ____________________________________________17
Features _ _________________________________________________________17
EDS4100 Overview ________________________________________________________18
Features _________________________________________________________18
EDS8PR, EDS16PR, and EDS32PR Overview __________________________________19
Features _ _________________________________________________________19
Applications ______________________________________________________________20
Protocol Support _________________________________________________________20
Evolution OS™ ___________________________________________________________20
Additional Features ________________________________________________________21
Modem Emulation ______________________________________________________21
Web-Based Configuration and Troubleshooting _______________________________21
Command-Line Interface (CLI) ____________________________________________21
VIP Access ___________________________________________________________21
SNMP Management ____________________________________________________21
XML-Based Architecture and Device Control _________________________________21
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) __________________________________________21
Enterprise-Grade Security _______________________________________________21
Terminal Server/Device Management ______________________________________22
Troubleshooting Capabilities ____________ _________________________________22
Configuration Methods _____________________________________________________22
Addresses and Port Numbers ________________________________________________23
Hardware Address _____________________________________________________23
IP Address ___________________________________________________________23
Port Numbers _________________________________________________________23
Product Information Label ___________________________________________________24
3: Installation of EDS8PS and EDS16PS 25
Package Contents _________________________________________________________25
User-Supplied Items _______________________________________________________25
Identifying Hardware Components ____________________________________________26
Serial Ports ___________________________________________________________26
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Console Port __________________________________________________________26
Ethernet Port _________________________________________________________27
LEDs ________________________________________________________________27
Reset Button __________________________________________________________27
Reboot the device: __________________________________________________27
Restore factory defaults: _____________________________________________28
Installing the EDS8/16PS ____________ _______________________________________28
Finding a Suitable Location ______________________________________________28
Connecting the EDS8/16PS ______________________________________________28
Connect the EDS8/16PS to one or more serial devices. _____________________28
4: Installation of EDS4100 30
Package Contents _________________________________________________________30
User-Supplied Items _______________________________________________________30
Identifying Hardware Components ____________________________________________30
Serial Ports ___________________________________________________________31
Ethernet Port _________________________________________________________32
Terminal Block Connector _______________________________________________33
LEDs ________________________________________________________________33
Reset Button __________________________________________________________33
Physically Installing the EDS4100 _____________________________________________34
Finding a Suitable Location ______________________________________________34
Connecting the EDS4100 ________________________________________________34
Connect the EDS4100 to one or more serial devices. _______________________34
5: Installation of EDS8PR, EDS16PR and EDS32PR 36
Package Contents _________________________________________________________36
User-Supplied Items _______________________________________________________36
Identifying Hardware Components ____________________________________________37
Serial Ports ___________________________________________________________37
Console Port __________________________________________________________37
Ethernet Port _________________________________________________________38
LEDs ________________________________________________________________38
Reset Button __________________________________________________________39
Installing the EDS8/16/32PR _________________________________________________39
Finding a Suitable Location ______________________________________________39
Connecting the EDS8/16/32PR ___________________________________________39
6: Using DeviceInstaller 41
Accessing EDS Using DeviceInstaller __________________________________________41
Device Details Summary ____________________________________________________41
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7: Configuration Using Web Manager 43
Accessing Web Manager ___________________________________________________43
Device Status Page ____________________________________________________44
Web Manager Page Components _____________________________________________45
Navigating the Web Manager ________________________________________________46
8: Network Settings 48
Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status _____________________________________________48
Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration _______________________________________49
Network 1 Ethernet Link ____________________________________________________51
9: Line and Tunnel Settings 52
Line Settings _____________________________________________________________52
Line Statistics _________________________________________________________52
Line Configuration _____________________________________________________53
Line Command Mode ___________________________________________________55
Tunnel Settings __________________________________________________________ 56
Tunnel – Statistics _____________________________________________________57
Tunnel – Serial Settings _________________________________________________59
Tunnel – Packing Mode _________________________________________________60
Tunnel – Accept Mode __________________________________________________63
Tunnel – Connect Mode _________________________________________________66
Connecting Multiple Hosts ____________________________________________70
Host List Promotion _________________________________________________70
Tunnel – Disconnect Mode _______________________________________________71
Tunnel – Modem Emulation ______________________________________________72
10: Terminal and Host Settings 75
Terminal Settings _________________________________________________________75
Line Terminal Configuration ______________________________________________75
Network Terminal Configuration ___________________________________________77
Host Configuration ________________________________________________________78
11: Service Settings 79
DNS Settings _____________________________________________________________79
SNMP Settings ___________________________________________________________80
FTP Settings ____________________________________________________________81
TFTP Settings ___________________________________________________________83
Syslog Settings ___________________________________________________________84
HTTP Settings ____________________________________________________________85
HTTP Statistics ________________________________________________________85
HTTP Configuration ____________________________________________________86
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HTTP Authentication ___________________________________________________88
RSS Settings _____________________________________________________________89
LPD Settings _____________________________________________________________90
LPD Statistics _________________________________________________________90
LPD Configuration _____________________________________________________91
12: Security Settings 93
SSH Settings _____________________________________________________________93
SSH Server Host Keys _________________________________________________94
SSH Server Authorized Users ____________________________________________98
SSH Client Known Hosts _______________________________________________100
SSH Client Users _____________________________________________________101
SSL Settings ____________________________________________________________103
SSL Cipher Suites ____________________________________________________103
SSL Certificates ______________________________________________________104
SSL RSA or DSA _____________________________________________________104
SSL Certificates and Private Keys ________________________________________104
SSL Utilities _________________________________________________________105
OpenSSL ___ _____________________________________________________105
Steel Belted RADIUS _______________________________________________105
Free RADIUS _____________________________________________________105
SSL Configuration ____________________________________________________106
13: Modbus 109
Serial Transmission Mode __________________________________________________109
Modbus Statistics ________________________________________________________110
Modbus Configuration _____________________________________________________111
14: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings 112
Filesystem Settings _______________________________________________________112
Filesystem Statistics ___________________________________________________112
Filesystem Browser ___________________________________________________113
Protocol Stack Settings ____________________________________________________115
TCP Settings ________________________________________________________115
IP Settings __________________________________________________________116
ICMP Settings ________________________________________________________116
ARP Settings ________________________________________________________118
SMTP Settings _______________________________________________________119
IP Address Filter _________________________________________________________120
Query Port _____________________________________________________________121
Diagnostics __ ___________________________________________________________122
Hardware ___ ________________________________________________________122
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MIB-II Statistics _______________________________________________________123
IP Sockets __________________________________________________________124
Ping __ _____________________________________________________________124
Traceroute __ ________________________________________________________126
Log ___ _____________________________________________________________127
Memory _____________________________________________________________129
Buffer Pools _________________________________________________________129
Processes ___ ________________________________________________________130
Real Time Clock _________________________________________________________132
System Settings _________________________________________________________132
15: Advanced Settings 134
Email Settings ___________________________________________________________134
Email Statistics _______________________________________________________134
Email Configuration ___________________________________________________135
Command Line Interface Settings ____________________________________________137
CLI Statistics _________________________________________________________137
CLI Configuration _____________________________________________________137
XML Settings ____________________________________________________________139
XML: Export Configuration ______________________________________________140
XML: Export Status ____________________________________________________141
XML: Import Configuration ______________________________________________142
Import Configuration from External File _________________________________142
Import Configuration from the Filesystem _______________________________143
Import Line(s) from Single Line Settings on the Filesystem __________________145
16: VIP Settings 147
Obtaining a Bootstrap File __________________________________________________147
Importing the Bootstrap File ________________________________________________147
Enabling VIP ____________________________________________________________148
Configuring Tunnels to Use VIP _____________________________________________148
Virtual IP (VIP) Statistics ___________________________________________________148
Virtual IP (VIP) Counters ___________________________________________________149
Virtual IP (VIP) Configuration _______________________________________________149
17: Branding the EDS 150
Web Manager Customization _______________________________________________150
Short and Long Name Customization _________________________________________150
18: Updating Firmware 151
Obtaining Firmware _______________________________________________________151
Loading New Firmware ____________________________________________________151
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Appendix A - Technical Support 152
Technical Support US ______________________________________________152
Technical Support Europe, Middle East, Africa ___________________________152
Appendix B - Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions 153
Converting Binary to Hexadecimal ________________________________________153
Conversion Table __________________________________________________153
Scientific Calculator ________________________________________________154
Appendix C - Compliance 155
Lithium Battery Notice _____________________________________________________156
Installationsanweisungen __ ________________________________________________156
Rackmontage ___ _____________________________________________________156
Energiezufuhr ___ _____________________________________________________157
Erdung __ ___________________________________________________________157
Installation Instructions ____________________________________________________157
Rack Mounting _______________________________________________________157
Input Supply _________________________________________________________157
Grounding ___ ________________________________________________________157
Appendix D - Lantronix Cables and Adapters 158
Index 159
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 EDS8PS Device Server___________________________________________________17
Figure 2-2 EDS4100 4 Port Device Server_____________________________________________18
Figure 2-3 EDS16PR Device Server__________________________________________________19
Figure 2-4 Sample Hardware Address ________________________________________________23
Figure 2-5 Product Label___________________________________________________________24
Figure 3-1 Front View of the EDS8PS ________________________________________________26
Figure 3-2 Back View of the EDS8PS_________________________________________________26
Figure 3-3 RJ45 Serial Port_________________________________________________________27
Figure 3-5 Example of EDS8/16PS Connections ________________________________________29
Figure 4-1 Front View of the EDS4100 _______________________________________________31
Figure 4-2 Back View of the EDS4100 ________________________________________________31
Figure 4-3 RS-232 Serial Port Pins (Serial Ports 1, 2, 3, 4) ________________________________32
Figure 4-4 RS-422/RS-485 Serial Port Pins ____________________________________________32
Figure 4-5 Terminal Block Connector Pin Assignments ___________________________________33
Figure 4-7 Example of EDS4100 Connections __________________________________________35
Figure 5-1 Front View of the EDS16PR _______________________________________________37
Figure 5-2 Back View of the EDS16PR _______________________________________________37
Figure 5-3 RJ45 Serial Port_________________________________________________________38
Figure 5-5 Example of EDS16PR Connections _________________________________________40
Figure 7-1 Web Manager Home Page ________________________________________________44
Figure 7-2 Components of the Web Manager Page ______________________________________45
Figure 8-1 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status ___________________________________________48
Figure 8-2 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration______________________________________49
Figure 8-4 Network 1 Ethernet Link __________________________________________________51
Figure 9-1 Line 1 Statistics _________________________________________________________52
Figure 9-2 Line 1 Configuration______________________________________________________53
Figure 9-4 Line 1 Command Mode ___________________________________________________55
Figure 9-6 Tunnel 1 Statistics _______________________________________________________58
Figure 9-7 Tunnel 1 Serial Settings___________________________________________________59
Figure 9-9 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Disable) ____________________________________60
Figure 9-10 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Timeout) ___________________________________61
Figure 9-11 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Send Character) _____________________________61
Figure 9-13 Tunnel 1 Accept Mode___________________________________________________64
Figure 9-15 Tunnel 1 Connect Mode _________________________________________________67
Figure 9-17 Host 1, Host 2, Host 3 Exchanged__________________________________________70
Figure 9-18 Tunnel 1 Disconnect Mode _______________________________________________71
Figure 9-21 Tunnel 1 Modem Emulation_______________________________________________74
Figure 10-1 Terminal on Line Configuration____________________________________________75
Figure 10-3 Terminal on Network Configuration _________________________________________77
Figure 10-5 Host Configuration______________________________________________________78
Figure 11-1 DNS Settings __________________________________________________________79
Figure 11-2 SNMP Configuration ____________________________________________________80
Figure 11-4 FTP Configuration ______________________________________________________82
Figure 11-6 TFTP Configuration _____________________________________________________83
Figure 11-8 Syslog _______________________________________________________________84
Figure 11-10 HTTP Statistics _______________________________________________________85
Figure 11-11 HTTP Configuration____________________________________________________86
Figure 11-13 HTTP Authentication ___________________________________________________88
Figure 11-15 RSS ________________________________________________________________89
Figure 11-17 LPD Statistics ________________________________________________________90
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Figure 11-18 LPD Configuration _____________________________________________________91
Figure 12-1 SSH Server: Host Keys (Upload Keys) ______________________________________94
Figure 12-3 SSH Server: Host Keys (Upload Keys) ______________________________________96
Figure 12-5 SSH Server: Host Keys (Create New Keys) __________________________________97
Figure 12-7 SSH Server: Authorized Users ____________________________________________99
Figure 12-9 SSH Client: Known Hosts _______________________________________________100
Figure 12-11 SSH Client: Users ____________________________________________________101
Figure 12-14 SSL _______________________________________________________________106
Figure 13-3 Modbus Statistics______________________________________________________110
Figure 13-4 Modbus Configuration __________________________________________________111
Figure 14-1 Filesystem Statistics ___________________________________________________112
Figure 14-2 Filesystem Browser ____________________________________________________113
Figure 14-4 TCP Protocol _________________________________________________________115
Figure 14-6 IP Protocol __________________________________________________________116
Figure 14-8 ICMP Protocol ________________________________________________________117
Figure 14-10 ARP Protocol Page ___________________________________________________118
Figure 14-12 SMTP______________________________________________________________119
Figure 14-14 IP Address Filter Configuration __________________________________________120
Figure 14-16 Query Port Configuration_______________________________________________121
Figure 14-17 Diagnostics: Hardware_________________________________________________122
Figure 14-18 MIB-II Network Statistics _______________________________________________123
Figure 14-20 IP Sockets __________________________________________________________124
Figure 14-21 Diagnostics: Ping_____________________________________________________124
Figure 14-23 Diagnostics: Traceroute________________________________________________126
Figure 14-25 Diagnostics: Log _____________________________________________________127
Figure 14-26 Diagnostics: Log (Filesystem) ___________________________________________127
Figure 14-27 Diagnostics: Log (Line 1)_______________________________________________128
Figure 14-28 Diagnostics: Memory__________________________________________________129
Figure 14-29 Diagnostics: Buffer Pools_______________________________________________130
Figure 14-30 Diagnostics: Processes ________________________________________________131
Figure 14-31 Real Time Clock Page_________________________________________________132
Figure 14-33 System_____________________________________________________________133
Figure 15-1 Email Statistics _______________________________________________________134
Figure 15-2 Email Configuration ____________________________________________________135
Figure 15-4 CLI Statistics _________________________________________________________137
Figure 15-5 CLI Configuration______________________________________________________138
Figure 15-7 XML: Export Configuration_______________________________________________140
Figure 15-9 XML: Export Status ____________________________________________________141
Figure 15-11 XML: Import Configuration______________________________________________142
Figure 15-12 XML: Import Configuration from External File _______________________________142
Figure 15-13 XML: Import from Filesystem ___________________________________________143
Figure 15-14 XML: Import Configuration from Filesystem ________________________________144
Figure 15-15 XML: Import Line(s) from Single Line Settings on the Filesystem________________145
Figure 16-1 VIP Status ___________________________________________________________148
Figure 16-2 VIP Counters _________________________________________________________149
Figure 16-4 VIP Configuration Page _________________________________________________149
Figure 18-1 Update Firmware ______________________________________________________151
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List of Tables
Table 3-4 Front Panel LEDs ________________________________________________________27
Table 4-6 Back Panel LEDs ________________________________________________________33
Table 5-4 Back Panel LEDs ________________________________________________________39
Table 6-1 Device Details Summary___________________________________________________41
Table 7-3 Summary of Web Manager Pages ___________________________________________46
Table 8-3 Network Interface Configuration _____________________________________________49
Table 8-5 Network 1 Ethernet Link ___________________________________________________51
Table 9-3 Line Configuration________________________________________________________54
Table 9-5 Line Command Mode _____________________________________________________55
Table 9-8 Tunnel - Serial Settings____________________________________________________59
Table 9-12 Tunnel Packing Mode ____________________________________________________62
Table 9-14 Tunnel Accept Mode_____________________________________________________64
Table 9-16 Tunnel Connect Mode____________________________________________________68
Table 9-19 Tunnel Disconnect Mode _________________________________________________71
Table 9-20 Modem Emulation Commands and Descriptions _______________________________72
Table 9-22 Tunnel Modem Emulation_________________________________________________74
Table 10-2 Terminal on Line 1 Configuration ___________________________________________76
Table 10-4 Terminal on Network Configuration _________________________________________77
Table 10-6 Host Configuration ______________________________________________________78
Table 11-3 SNMP ________________________________________________________________81
Table 11-5 FTP Settings ___________________________________________________________82
Table 11-7 TFTP Server ___________________________________________________________83
Table 11-9 Syslog ________________________________________________________________84
Table 11-12 HTTP Configuration ____________________________________________________86
Table 11-14 HTTP Authentication____________________________________________________88
Table 11-16 RSS_________________________________________________________________90
Table 11-19 LPD Configuration______________________________________________________91
Table 12-2 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Upload Keys Method__________________________95
Table 12-4 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Upload Keys Method__________________________96
Table 12-6 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Create New Keys Method ______________________97
Table 12-8 SSH Server Authorized User Settings _______________________________________99
Table 12-10 SSH Client Known Hosts _______________________________________________100
Table 12-12 SSH Client Users _____________________________________________________102
Table 12-13 Supported Cipher Suites________________________________________________103
Table 12-15 SSL ________________________________________________________________107
Table 13-1 6 Byte Header of Modbus Application Protocol _______________________________109
Table 13-2 Modbus Transmission Modes_____________________________________________109
Table 13-5 Modbus Configuration___________________________________________________111
Table 14-3 Filesystem Browser_____________________________________________________114
Table 14-5 TCP Protocol Settings___________________________________________________115
Table 14-7 IP Protocol Settings ____________________________________________________116
Table 14-9 ICMP Settings_________________________________________________________117
Table 14-11 ARP Settings_________________________________________________________118
Table 14-13 SMTP Settings _______________________________________________________119
Table 14-15 IP Address Filter Settings _______________________________________________120
Table 14-19 Requests for Comments (RFCs)__________________________________________123
Table 14-22 Diagnostics: Ping _____________________________________________________125
Table 14-24 Diagnostics: Traceroute ________________________________________________126
Table 14-32 Real Time Clock Settings _______________________________________________132
Table 14-34 System _____________________________________________________________133
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Table 15-3 Email Configuration_____________________________________________________135
Table 15-6 CLI Configuration ______________________________________________________138
Table 15-8 XML Export Configuration________________________________________________140
Table 15-10 XML Export Status ____________________________________________________141
Table 15-16 XML: Import Line(s) from Single Line Settings _______________________________146
Table 16-3 VIP Counters__________________________________________________________149
Table 20-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion Table____________________________________153
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1: About This Guide
This guide provides the information needed to configure, use, and update the EDS™ Device
Server. It is intended for software developers and system integrators who are installing the EDS in
their designs.
Chapter and Appendix Summaries
A summary of each chapter is provided below.
Chapter Description
Chapter 2: Introduction Main features of the product and the protocols it supports.
Includes technical specifications.
Chapter 3: Installation of EDS8PS and EDS16PS Instructions for installing the EDS8PS and the EDS16PS
device servers.
Chapter 4: Installation of EDS4100 Instructions for installing the EDS4100 device server.
Chapter 5: Installation of EDS8PR, EDS16PR and
EDS32PR
Chapter 6: Using DeviceInstaller Instructions for viewing the current configuration using
Chapter 7: Configuration Using Web Manager Instructions for accessing Web Manager and using it to
Chapter 8: Network Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure
Chapter 9: Line and Tunnel Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure line and
Chapter 10: Terminal and Host Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure terminal
Chapter 11: Service Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure settings
Chapter 12: Security Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure SSH
Chapter 13: Modbus Instructions for using the web interface to configure
Instructions for installing the EDS8PR, the EDS16PR, and
the EDS16PR device server.
DeviceInstaller.
configure settings for the device.
Ethernet settings.
tunnel settings.
and host settings.
for DNS, SNMP, FTP, and other services.
and SSL security settings.
Modbus.
Modbus is only available on the EDS4100 and
Note:
is not supported on the EDS8PR, EDS16PR,
EDS32PR, EDS8PS and EDS16PS.
Chapter 14: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Instructions for using the web interface to maintain the
device, view statistics, files, and logs, and diagnose
problems.
Chapter 15: Advanced Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure email,
CLI, and XML settings.
Chapter 16: VIP Settings Information about Virtual IP (VIP) features available on the
device and instructions for using the web interface to
configure the VIP settings.
Chapter 17: Branding the EDS Instructions for customizing the device.
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1: About This Guide
Chapter 18: Updating Firmware Instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating
the device.
Appendix A - Technical Support Instructions for contacting Lantronix Technical Support.
Appendix B - Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions Instructions for converting binary values to hexadecimals.
Appendix C - Compliance Lantronix compliance information.
Appendix D - Lantronix Cables and Adapters Lantronix cables and adapters for use with the EDS devices
are listed here according to part number and application.
Additional Documentation
Visit the Lantronix web site at www.lantronix.com/support/documentation for the latest
documentation and the following additional documentation.
Document Description
EDS4100 Quick Start,
EDS8/16PS Quick Start, or
EDS8/16/32PR Quick Start
EDS Command Reference Instructions for accessing Command Mode (the command line
DeviceInstaller Online Help Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to locate
Com Port Redirector
Quick Start and Online Help
Information about the EDS hardware installation and initial
configuration of your EDS device.
interface) using a Telnet connection or through the serial port.
Detailed information about the commands. Also provides details for
XML configuration and status.
the device and to view its current settings.
Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to create
virtual com ports.
Secure Com Port Redirector
User Guide
Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to create
secure virtual com ports.
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2: Introduction
This chapter introduces the Lantronix EDS family of device servers. It provides an overview of the
products, lists their key features, and describes the applications for which they are suited.
EDS is a unique, hybrid Ethernet terminal and multi-port device server product designed to
remotely access and manage virtually all of your IT/networking equipment and servers. It is also
designed to provide connectivity for edge devices such as medical equipment, kiosks, POS/retail
terminals, security equipment, and more.
EDS device servers contain all the components necessary to deliver full network connectivity to
virtually any kind of serial device. They boast a reliable TCP/IP protocol stack, a variety of remote
management capabilities, and an innovative design based on the leading-edge Lantronix
Evolution OS™.
Delivering a data center-grade, programmable device computing and networking platform for
integrating edge equipment into the enterprise network. Rack-mountable EDS models are
available in 8, 16, and 32 port configurations. Desk top EDS models are available in 4, 8, and 16
port configurations.
This chapter contains the following sections:
EDS8PS and EDS16PS Overview
EDS4100 Overview
EDS8PR, EDS16PR, and EDS32PR Overview
Applications
Protocol Support
Evolution OS™
Additional Features
Configuration Methods
Addresses and Port Numbers
Product Information Label
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EDS8PS and EDS16PS Overview
The EDS8PS (8 serial ports) and EDS16PS (16 serial ports) are compact desktop device servers
that give you the ability to network-enable asynchronous RS-232 serial devices. They provide fully
transparent RS-232 point-to-point connections without requiring modifications to existing software
or hardware in your application.
Figure 2-1 EDS8PS Device Server
2: Introduction
Features
Key features of the EDS8PS and EDS16PS include:
Dual-purpose Ethernet terminal server and device server design.
8 (EDS8PS) or 16 (EDS16PS) serial ports with hardware handshaking signals.
RS-232 support.
An RJ45 Ethernet port.
8 MB Flash memory.
32 MB random access memory (RAM).
Lantronix Evolution OS™.
A dedicated console port.
AES, SSH, or SSL secure data encryption.
Three convenient configuration methods (Web, command line, and XML).
Print server functionality (LPR/LPD).
See Chapter 3: Installation of EDS8PS and EDS16PS for installation instructions.
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EDS4100 Overview
Figure 2-2 EDS4100 4 Port Device Server
The EDS4100 is a compact device
server that allows you to networkenable asynchronous RS-232 and
RS-422/485 serial devices. It can
deliver fully transparent RS-232/
422 point-to-point connections and
RS-485 multi-drop connections
without requiring modifications to
existing software or hardware in
your application.
Ports 1 through 4 support
RS-232 devices.
Ports 1 and 3 also support
RS-422/485.
Note: RS-485 circuits support 32 full-load devices or 128 quarter-load devices. Each
RS-485 port, however, counts as one device, l eaving up to 31 fu ll-load or 127 qua rter-load
devices that can be connected to the RS-485 circuit.
2: Introduction
The EDS4100 device server supports the Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) standard. With PoE, power
is supplied to the EDS over the Ethernet cable, by either an Ethernet switch or a midspan device.
Being able to draw power through the Ethernet cable eliminates power supply and cord clutter. It
also allows the EDS to be located in areas where power is not typically available.
Features
The key features of the EDS4100 include:
Dual-purpose Ethernet terminal server and device server design.
Four serial ports with hardware handshaking signals.
RS-232 and RS-422/485.
One RJ45 Ethernet port.
IEEE 802.3af standard for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE).
8 MB Flash memory.
32 MB Random Access Memory (RAM).
Lantronix Evolution OS™.
AES, SSH, or SSL secure data encryption.
Three configuration methods (Web, command line, and XML).
Print server functionality (LPR/LPD).
See Chapter 4: Installation of EDS4100 for installation instructions.
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EDS8PR, EDS16PR, and EDS32PR Overview
The EDS8PR (8 serial ports), EDS16PR (16 serial ports), and EDS32PR (32 serial ports) are
compact easy-to-use, rack-mountable device servers that give you the ability to network-enable
asynchronous RS-232 serial devices. They provide fully transparent RS-232 point-to-point
connections without requiring modifications to existing software or hardware components in your
application.
Figure 2-3 EDS16PR Device Server
2: Introduction
Features
The key features of the EDS8PR, EDS16PR, and EDS32PR include:
Dual-purpose Ethernet terminal server and device server design.
8 (EDS8PR), 16 (EDS16PR) or 32 (EDS32PR) serial ports with hardware handshaking
signals.
RS-232 support.
One RJ45 Ethernet port.
8 MB Flash memory.
32 MB Random Access Memory (RAM).
Lantronix Evolution OS™.
A dedicated console port.
AES, SSH, or SSL secure data encryption.
Three configuration methods (Web, command line, and XML).
Print server functionality (LPR/LPD).
See Chapter 5: Installation of EDS8PR, EDS16PR and EDS32PR, for installation instructions.
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Applications
The EDS device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to Ethernet networks
using the IP protocol family.
ATM machines
Data display devices
Security alarms and access control devices
Modems
Time/attendance clocks and terminals
Patient monitoring equipment
Medical instrumentation
Industrial Manufacturing/Automation systems
Building Automation equipment
Point of Sale Systems
2: Introduction
Protocol Support
The EDS device server contains a full-featured TCP/IP stack. Supported protocols include:
ARP, IP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, BOOTP, DHCP, AutoIP, Telnet, DNS, FTP, TFTP, HTTP/HTTPS,
SSH, SSL/TLS, SNMP, SMTP, RSS and Syslog for network communications and
management.
TCP, UDP, TCP/AES, UDP/AES, Telnet, SSH and SSL/TLS for tunneling to the serial port.
TFTP, FTP, and HTTP for firmware upgrades and uploading files.
Evolution OS™
The EDS incorporates the Lantronix Evolution OS™. Key features of the Evolution OS™ include:
Built-in Web server for configuration and troubleshooting from Web-based browsers
CLI configurability
SNMP management
XML data transport and configurability
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) information feeds
Enterprise-grade security with SSL and SSH
Comprehensive troubleshooting tools
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Additional Features
Modem Emulation
In modem emulation mode, the EDS can replace dial-up modems. The unit accepts modem AT
commands on the serial port, and then establishes a network connection to the end device,
leveraging network connections and bandwidth to eliminate dedicated modems and phone lines.
Web-Based Configuration and Troubleshooting
Built upon Internet-based standards, the EDS enables you to configure, manage, and troubleshoot
through a browser-based interface accessible anytime from anywhere. All configuration and
troubleshooting options are launched from a web interface. You can access all functions via a Web
browser, for remote access. As a result, you decrease downtime (using the troubleshooting tools)
and implement configuration changes (using the configuration tools).
Command-Line Interface (CLI)
Making the edge-to-enterprise vision a reality, the EDS with the Evolution OS™ uses industrystandard tools for configuration, communication, and control. For example, the Evolution OS™
uses a Command Line Interface (CLI) whose syntax is very similar to that used by data center
equipment such as routers and hubs.
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VIP Access
Virtual IP Access is the Lantronix technology that solves the access-through-firewall problem. With
VIP Access, the EDS can act as a ManageLinx DSC and provide direct access to your equipment
behind a firewall.
SNMP Management
The EDS supports full SNMP management, making it ideal for applications where device
management and monitoring are critical. These features allow networks with SNMP capabilities to
correctly diagnose and monitor EDS.
XML-Based Architecture and Device Control
XML is a fundamental building block for the future growth of M2M networks. The EDS supports
XML-based configuration setup records that make device configuration transparent to users and
administrators. The XML is easily editable with a standard text or XML editor.
Really Simple Syndication (RSS)
The EDS supports Really Simple Syndication (RSS) for streaming and managing on-line content.
RSS feeds all the configuration changes that occur on the device. An RSS aggregator then reads
(polls) the feed. More powerful than simple email alerts, RSS uses XML as an underlying Web
page transport and adds intelligence to the networked device, while not taxing already overloaded
email systems.
Enterprise-Grade Security
Evolution OS™ provides the EDS the highest level of networking security possible. This ‘data
center grade’ protection ensures that each device on the M2M network carries the same level of
security as traditional IT networking equipment in the corporate data center.
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By protecting the privacy of serial data transmitted across public networks, users can maintain
their existing investment in serial technology, while taking advantage of the highest data-protection
levels possible.
SSH and SSL are able to do the following:
Verify the data received came from the proper source
Validate that the data transferred from the source over the network has not changed when it
arrives at its destination (shared secret and hashing)
Encrypt data to protect it from prying eyes and nefarious individuals
Provide the ability to run popular M2M protocols over a secure SSH or SSL connection
In addition to keeping data safe and accessible, the EDS has robust defenses to hostile Internet
attacks such as denial of service (DoS), which can be used to take down the network. Moreover,
the EDS cannot be used to bring down other devices on the network.
You can use the EDS with the Lantronix Secure Com Port Redirector (SCPR) to encrypt COM
port-based communications between PCs and virtually any electronic device. SCPR is a Windows
application that creates a secure communications path over a network between the computer and
serial-based devices that are traditionally controlled via a COM port. With SCPR installed at each
computer, computers that were formerly “hard-wired” by serial cabling for security purposes or to
accommodate applications that only understood serial data can instead communicate over an
Ethernet network or the Internet.
Terminal Server/Device Management
Remote offices can have routers, PBXs, servers and other networking equipment that require
remote management from the corporate facility. The EDS easily attaches to the serial ports on a
server, Private Branch Exchange (PBX), or other networking equipment to deliver central, remote
monitoring and management capability.
Troubleshooting Capabilities
The EDS offers a comprehensive diagnostic toolset that lets you troubleshoot problems quickly
and easily. Available from the Web Manager, CLI, and XML interfaces, the diagnostic tools let you:
View critical hardware, memory, MIB-II, buffer pool, and IP socket information.
Perform ping and traceroute operations.
Conduct forward or backup DNS lookup operations.
View all processes currently running on the EDS, including CPU utilization and total stack
space available.
Configuration Methods
After installation, the EDS requires configuration. For the unit to operate correctly on a network, it
must have a unique IP address on the network. There are four basic methods for logging into the
EDS and assigning IP addresses and other configurable settings:
DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and related settings and view current settings on the
using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. See Using DeviceInstaller
(on page 41).
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Web Manager: Through a web browser, configure the EDS settings using the Lantronix Web
Manager. See Configuration Using Web Manager (on page 43).
Command Mode: There are two methods for accessing Command Mode (CLI): making a Telnet
connection or connecting a terminal (or a PC running a terminal emulation program) to the unit’s
serial port. (See the EDS Command Reference Guide for instructions and available commands.)
XML: The EDS supports XML-based configuration and setup records that make device
configuration transparent to users and administrators. XML is easily editable with a standard text
or XML editor. (See the EDS Command Reference Guide for instructions and commands.)
Addresses and Port Numbers
Hardware Address
The hardware address is also referred to as the Ethernet address or MAC address. The first three
bytes of the Ethernet address are fixed and read 00-20-4A, identifying the unit as a Lantronix
product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique numbers assigned to each unit.
Figure 2-4 Sample Hardware Address
00-20-4A-14-01-18 or 00:20:4A:14:01:18
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IP Address
Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address. This address references
the specific unit.
Port Numbers
Every TCP connection and every UDP datagram is defined by a destination and source IP
address, and a destination and source port number. For example, a Telnet server commonly uses
port number 23.
The following is a list of the default server port numbers running on the EDS:
TCP Port 22: SSH Server (Command Mode configuration)
TCP Port 23: Telnet Server (Command Mode configuration)
TCP Port 80: HTTP (Web Manager configuration)
TCP Port 443: HTTPS (Web Manager configuration)
UDP Port 161: SNMP
TCP Port 21: FTP
UDP Port 69: TFTP
UDP Port 514: Syslog
TCP Port 515: LPD
UDP Port 30718: LDP (Lantronix Discovery Protocol) port
TCP/UDP Port 10001: Tunnel 1
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Note: Multi-port products include one or more additional supported ports and tunnels
Bar Code
Product Revision
Hardware/MAC Address
Manufacturing Date Code
with default sequential numbering. For instance: TCP/UDP Port 10002: Tunnel 2, TCP/
UDP Port 10003: Tunnel 3, etc.
Product Information Label
The product information label on the unit contains the following information about the specific unit:
Bar Code
Product Revision
Hardware Address (MAC Address or Serial Number)
Manufacturing Date Code
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Figure 2-5 Product Label
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3: Installation of EDS8PS and EDS16PS
This chapter describes how to install the EDS8PS and EDS16PS device servers.
Package Contents
Your EDS package includes the following items:
One EDS device server (EDS8PS or EDS16PS)
One RJ45-to-DB9F serial cable
One power cord
User-Supplied Items
To complete your EDS8/16PS installation, you need the following items:
RS-232 serial devices that require network connectivity. Each EDS8/16PS serial port supports
a directly connected RS-232 serial device.
A serial cable for each serial device to be connected to the EDS8/16PS. All devices attached
to the device ports support the RS-232C (EIA-232) standard. Category 5 cabling with RJ45
connections is used for the device port connections.
Note: To connect an EDS8/16PS serial port to a DTE device, you need a DTE cable,
such as the one supplied in your EDS8/16PS package, or an RJ45 patch cable and DTE
adapter. To connect the EDS8/16PS serial port to a DCE device, you need a DCE
(modem) cable, or an RJ45 patch cable and DTE adapter. For a list of the Lantronix
cables and adapters you can use with the EDS8/16PS, see the Appendix D - Lan tronix
Cables and Adapters (on page 158).
An available connection to your Ethernet network and an Ethernet cable.
A working power outlet.
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Identifying Hardware Components
Figure 3-1 shows the front of the EDS8PS. Figure 3-2 shows the back of the EDS8PS.
Figure 3-1 Front View of the EDS8PS
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Figure 3-2 Back View of the EDS8PS
Serial Ports
The EDS8PS has 8 serial ports and the EDS16PS has 16 serial ports on the back panel. All are
configured as DTE and support up to 230,400 baud.
Console Port
The front panel of the EDS8/16/32PR provides an RJ45 Console port, configured as DTE and
supports baud rates up to 230,400 baud.
Note: The console port cannnot be used as a serial port.
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Figure 3-3 RJ45 Serial Port
Ethernet Port
The back panel of the EDS8/16PS provides a network interface via the right most RJ45 port. This
port can connect to an Ethernet (10 Mbps) or Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) network. The Speed LED
on the back of the EDS8/16PS shows the connection of the attached Ethernet network. The EDS8/
16PS can be configured to operate at a fixed Ethernet speed and duplex mode (half- or fullduplex). Otherwise by default, the EDS8/16PS auto-negotiates the connection to the Ethernet
network.
LEDs
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the front panel show status information.
Each serial port plus the console port have a Transmit and a Receive LED. The Ethernet port
has Speed, Activity, Power, and Status LEDs.
The table below describes the LEDs on the front of the EDSPS.
Table 3-4 Front Panel LEDs
LED Description
Transmit (green) Blinking = EDS is transmitting data on the serial port.
Receive (yellow) Blinking = EDS is receiving data on the serial port.
Power (blue) On = EDS is receiving power.
Diag (green) Fast blink = initial startup (loading OS).
Slow blink (once per second) = operating system startup.
On = unit has finished booting.
Speed (yellow) On = EDS is connected to a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network.
Off = EDS is connected to a 10 Mbps Ethernet network.
Activity (green) Blink = EDS is sending data to or receiving data from the Ethernet network.
Reset Button
The reset button is on the rear of the device to the right of the Ethernet port, accessible through a
hole in the case. You can use it to reboot the unit or to reload factory defaults.
Reboot the device:
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1. Press and hold the reset button for about 3 seconds. The status LED blinks quickly.
2. When the fast blinks stop, release the button. When the unit reboots, the status LED changes
from a fast blink to a solid ON.
Restore factory defaults:
1. Press and hold the reset button for about 11 seconds. The LED blinks quickly for about 3
seconds, then comes on for about 5 seconds, then blinks slowly for about 2 seconds.
2. When the slow blinks stop, release the button.
Installing the EDS8/16PS
Finding a Suitable Location
You can install the EDS8/16PS either in a shelf or as a desktop unit.
If using AC power, avoid outlets controlled by a wall switch.
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Connecting the EDS8/16PS
All EDS serial ports support RS-232 devices.
Connect the EDS8/16PS to one or more serial devices.
1. Power off the serial devices.
2. Attach a CAT 5 serial cable between the EDS8/16PS and your serial device. See the
Appendix D - Lantronix Cables and Adapters (on page 158), for a list of cables and adapters
you can use.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable between the EDS8/16PS Ethernet port and your Ethernet network.
4. Insert the power cord into the back of the EDS8/16PS. Plug the other end into an AC wall
outlet.
5. Power up the serial devices.
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Figure 3-5 Example of EDS8/16PS Connections
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4: Installation of EDS4100
This chapter describes how to install the EDS4100 device server.
Package Contents
Your EDS4100 package includes the following items:
One EDS4100 device server.
One DB9F-to-DB9F null modem cable.
A printed Quick Start Guide.
Your package may also include a power supply.
User-Supplied Items
To complete your EDS4100 installation, you need the following items:
RS-232 and/or RS-422/485 serial devices that require network connectivity:
A serial cable for each serial device. One end of the cable must have a female DB9 connector
for the EDS4100 serial port.
To connect an EDS4100 serial port to another DTE device, you will need a null modem cable,
such as the one supplied in your EDS4100 package.
To connect the EDS4100 serial port to a DCE device, you will need a straight-through
(modem) cable.
An available connection to your Ethernet network and an Ethernet cable.
A working power outlet if the unit will be powered from an AC outlet.
Identifying Hardware Components
The following two figures show the front and back of the EDS4100.
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