Vanguard 242D Series (Discontinued 12/18/08)

  • An integrated serial over broadband solution with advanced security for the remote office, retail outlet, and ATM terminals
  • Low-cost solution for applications requiring integration of IP and serial environments, delivering serial traffic such as SNA and BISYNC over IP networks
  • Investment protection with the ability to add new broadband services such as DSL, cable, and wireless
  • Integrated universal serial port for connectivity to broad range of serial protocols
  • Dual 10/100BaseT Ethernet ports for easy access to high-speed LANs and broadband WAN services
  • PPP Dial Backup capability in the event of primary link outage
Features Benefits
High Performance Data Router Supports multiple data applications within a single platform. Easy migration path to IP-based services thus reducing total cost of ownership
Two Integral 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Ports Enables migration to high-speed LANs and new broadband services such as DSL or cable.
Integrated Universal Serial Port Flexible connectivity to vast range of serial protocols serving extensive range of applications in an IP network protecting existing investment in serial applications
Stateful Firewall Protects sensitive internal data while allowing bi-directional access to trusted sources
Field Upgradeable Hardware-based Encryption Ideal for highly secure applications requiring excellent real-time performance
Network Authentication Allows greater use of secure extranets for business-to-business enterprise network transactions
User Authentication End user access authentication acts as gatekeeper to keep out unauthorized users
PPP Dial Backup Ensures high availability of transport link in the event of primary link failure 
Quality of Service (QoS) High performance and network resource optimization through prioritization of delay-sensitive applications (e.g. VoIP, video)
Multiple Configuration Management and Monitoring Features Enables easy and quick configuration along with custom image build, and software image load, all contributing to reduced deployment time and costsManagement via SNMP for standard-based management access. Alternate access via Telnet and Console Port for added visibility into configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics information.