Digi Connect EZ 8
Connect EZ 8 - Modern, secure serial connectivity that boots in seconds
Most companies are not replacing their equipment — they are updating the way they talk to it. Digi Connect® EZ modernizes operational infrastructure with expanded network connectivity and functionality for today’s applications. It is designed to meet the demands of a wide range of critical serial applications, including connecting to automation, robotics control, centralized device management, data acquisition and point-of-sale equipment.
Digi Connect® EZ is a click-to-connect family of products with 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 or 32 serial ports. Digi Connect EZ 8 is available with RS-232 or software-selectable for RS-232/422/485 communication, LTE, Wi-Fi, digital/analog IO and Ethernet switch options. It takes only a few minutes to configure with intelligent, use case-based options that you can quickly install without having to modify your equipment or applications.
Digi simplifies key security requirements for critical infrastructure and distributed systems with enhanced access control, management and configuration capabilities. Digi Connect EZ 8 and built-in Digi TrustFence® give your security and operations teams peace of mind against evolving security threats with encrypted connections, centralized authentication, VPN support and scalable security updates.
Digi Connect EZ 8 supports the widest range of industry standard and device-specific protocols using serial tunneling, TCP/UDP connections or Digi’s patented RealPort® COM port redirector for remote native COM port access. A built-in Python environment enables application development and customization at the device level, including event-based programmability, data conversion and full control of device connections.
Key features
- 8 serial RS-232 or RS-232/422/485 software-selectable ports to connect a wide variety of serial equipment over IP networks
- Dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet with dual SFP+ support, Digi CORE® LTE module support, micro SD for data logging, two USB ports and optional Wi-Fi, digital/analog IO and four additional Ethernet switch ports
- Ideal for applications requiring COM ports, serial tunneling or TCP/UDP sockets
- Optimizes performance for the widest range of industry standard and device-specific protocols
- Built-in Digi TrustFence® for device security, secure encrypted connections, ongoing monitoring and support
- Seamless cellular modem and Digi XBee® integration
- High level of pin-compatibility with Digi ConnectCore® 8 SOMs
- Built-in Digi TrustFence® for device security, secure encrypted connections, ongoing monitoring and support
- Easy setup and mass configuration withDigi Navigator™ and Digi Remote Manager®
Use cases
- Utility and energy
- Critical remote equipment management
- Support in harsh environments
- Redundant connectivity and dual power options
- Factory automation
- Process automation
- Reliability for hi-tech robotics and capital systems
- Government and aerospace
- Encrypted data transfer across remote locations
- Secure scalable management around the world
- Data integrity, resiliency and redundant connectivity
- Commercial and logistics
- Systems integration
- Distribution centers
- Pick n' pack connectivity
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