Plus, the device server is DIN rail mountable for out-of-the-way installations. Protects your investment To help ensure reliable performance and prevent possible damage, the serial device server offers 15KV ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection, so you can rest assured that the device server won't become damaged due to externally generated ESD. Customizable and wide compatibility This highly-customizable device server is easy to configure to suit your application. For easy setup, Windows users can use the provided Virtual COM port software, or the versatile web-based interface. The RS232 device server supports Telnet (an operating system independent communication protocol), so it can be integrated into mixed OS environments (Windows, Mac, Linux). Plus, it supports VCOM, TCP Server/Client, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, ICMP(PING), Static IP, and ARP protocols The NETRS232 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.