The CoBox-FL-IAP device server allows virtually any serial device to connect to a new or existing Ethernet network. Featuring a 10Base-FL fiber optic interface, it is ideal for applications that require long cable runs, EMI/RFI immunity, and the inherent electrical isolation that optical fiber offers.By encapsulating serial data and transporting it over Ethernet, the CoBox-FL-IAP allows virtual serial links to be established over Ethernet. Limited distance, point-to-point serial connections can now be extended within the plant, throughout the facility, or across the global enterprise.When used in conjunction with an OPC server, most Windows-based HMI, SCADA, and PC-based control applications have full access to information in the connected device.Existing COM-Port based Windows applications can access network-enabled devices, using Lantronix's Com Port Redirector software. Redirector allows the creation of virtual serial ports, which can be mapped to remote Device Servers over Ethernet.Installable communication drivers allow specific support for most industrial communication protocols. With native support for these protocols, devices that previously allowed only one connection can now support multiple connections simultaneously.