Name: Moxa CN2650-16 16-Port Dual-LAN Terminal Server - INOSAKI
SKU: MOXA-CN2650-16
Price: 2329.92 USD
Availability: InStock

Technical Overview

16-port RS-232/422/485 terminal server with dual 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet, 1.5 kV isolation, and 0-55°C operating temperature.

Key Features

Dual 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet ports with RJ45 connectors and 1.5 kV magnetic isolation.
16 configurable serial ports supporting RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 standards.
Supports multiple operation modes including Real COM, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, RFC2217, Terminal, Reverse Telnet, PPP, DRDAS, and Redundant COM.
Operating temperature range of 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F).
Automatic Data Direction Control (ADDC) for RS-485 communication.
Equipped with built-in Watchdog Timer (WDT) and Real-Time Clock (RTC) for enhanced system reliability.
Comprehensive driver support for Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems.
Durable metal housing designed for 19-inch rack mounting installations.
Supports various management protocols (ARP, BOOTP, DHCP Client, HTTP, SNMPv1/v2c/v3) and security protocols (HTTPS/SSL, RADIUS, SSH, PAP, CHAP).

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Ethernet Ports	2 x 10/100BaseT(X) (RJ45)
Serial Ports	16 x RS-232/422/485 (RJ45)
Magnetic Isolation Protection	1.5 kV (built-in)
Baudrate	50 bps to 921.6 kbps
Input Voltage	100 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz)
Input Current	130 mA @ 110 VAC
Operating Temperature	0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
Storage Temperature	0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity	5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Housing	Metal
Installation	19-inch rack mounting
EMC	EN 55032/24
EMI	CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A
EMS	IEC 61000-4-2 ESD (Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV), IEC 61000-4-4 EFT (Power: 4 kV; Signal: 2 kV), IEC 61000-4-5 Surge (Power: 2.5 kV; Signal: 1 kV), IEC 61000-4-6 CS (150 kHz to 80 MHz: 3 V/m; Signal: 3 V/m)
Safety	UL 60950-1
Vibration	IEC 60068-2-6
Freefall	IEC 60068-2-32
Physical Weight (kg)	2.46
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	44 x 19.8 x 4.55

Industrial Applications

1. Industrial Automation Control System Integration

The Moxa CN2650-16 facilitates the connection of multiple legacy serial-based Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) to modern Ethernet/IP control networks within manufacturing facilities and process control plants. Its 16 serial ports efficiently integrate numerous older machines into a centralized network.

Problem Solved

This terminal server addresses the challenge of integrating diverse serial industrial equipment (RS-232/422/485) with contemporary Ethernet/IP networks. It enables seamless data exchange and centralized monitoring, ensuring operational continuity in typical industrial environments due to its 0-55°C operating temperature and robust EMC/EMI compliance.

PLCRTUSCADAModbusProfibusEthernet/IPRS-232/422/485Data Acquisition

2. Remote Utility Infrastructure Management

The CN2650-16 provides centralized management capabilities for remote utility infrastructure, such as smart grid components, environmental sensors, or security cameras in substations, which frequently rely on serial communication over wide areas. Its dual-LAN ports ensure a highly reliable connection, even if one network path experiences an outage.

Problem Solved

It solves the critical problem of providing secure and redundant network access to a large number of geographically distributed serial devices for essential monitoring and control. This is vital for maintaining uptime and operational efficiency in utility networks where environmental conditions and reliability are paramount.

SCADASmart GridPower SubstationRemote MonitoringTelemetryNetwork RedundancyRS-485

3. Point-of-Sale (POS) System Modernization

This device is ideal for integrating multiple serial Point-of-Sale (POS) peripherals, such as barcode scanners, receipt printers, customer displays, and cash drawers, into a unified Ethernet network within retail environments. It simplifies connectivity for complex POS setups.

Problem Solved

The terminal server modernizes retail POS systems by consolidating numerous serial device connections into a single, manageable Ethernet interface. This significantly reduces cabling complexity, enables network-based management of peripherals, and improves overall system reliability.

POSRetail AutomationSerial PeripheralsBarcode ScannerReceipt PrinterNetwork IntegrationData Logging