DIGI 500001719-01 PortServer II 16 Rack RJ45

The DIGI 500001719-01 PortServer II 16 Rack RJ45 is a 2U rack-mounted terminal server that bridges 16 EIA-232 serial devices to IP networks. It delivers enterprise-grade serial port connectivity with support for TCP/IP, Telnet, Reverse Telnet, SSH v2, and SNMP MIB-II, enabling remote management and secure encrypted access to serial equipment across distributed locations.

Technical Specifications

• 16 × EIA-232 DTE ports with 10-pin RJ45 connectors


• Data rate: up to 115.2 kbps on all 16 ports (bandwidth reduces with expansion modules)


• 10 EIA-232 signals per port; DTE full support with Altpin-managed DCD signal


• Asynchronous and synchronous WAN port operation supported (up to 56 kbps WAN) Network Connectivity


• 1 × 10BaseT Ethernet with RJ-45 connector


• 1 × 10Base2 Ethernet with BNC coaxial connector


• Protocols: TCP, IP, ICMP, UDP, ARP, Telnet, Reverse Telnet, Rlogin, SSH v2, SNMP MIB-II, RADIUS Expansion


• One EBI connector supports up to three external modules; total port expansion to 64 ports


• Compatible modules: PORTS/16em, PORTS/8em, PORTS/8emp Power


• External 43 W universal 50/60 Hz power supply included


• Internal rails: +5 V ± 5% (1.25 A typical, 1.8 A max), +12 V ± 5% (250 mA typical, 420 mA max), −12 V ± 5% (50 mA typical, 330 mA max)


• Side-mounted on/off switch recommended for power sequencing to prevent voltage transients

Key Features

• Digi RealPort technology for transparent serial device integration


• SSH v2 encryption for secure remote terminal sessions


• RADIUS authentication and accounting


• Configurable ports for WAN applications


• Requires minimum 12-inch clearance on all sides; protect from RF sources and electrical equipment interference

Environmental Requirements

• Operating temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C


• Relative humidity: 5 % to 95 % (non-condensing)

Typical Applications Remote serial device management in data centers, telecommunications facilities, industrial control environments, and distributed IT infrastructure requiring centralized IP-based access to legacy serial equipment.