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Remote Dial-in Access
Remote Access is a perfect example of the type of avant-garde
technology, inspired by the computer/communication revolution,
of which businesses are eager to take advantage. Telecommuters,
business people on the road, and small to medium sized branch
offices, can all use remote access services to exchange information
with a central database and connect to corporate LANs. Remote
Access is convenient, and increases a business's competitiveness
and survivability.
Many remote access solutions are expensive and difficult to implement,
but at Moxa, you'll find two classes of easily implemented, cost-effective
solutions that meet many needs. The Moxa Multiport Serial Board
Families of products, plugged directly into a PC's expansion slot,
represent a proven remote access service technology, whereas standalone
Async Server is a newer alternative that provides simple maintenance
and extra scalability.
1. OS
Two popular operating systems, Windows NT and UNIX/LINUX, are
commonly used for remote access services. The UNIX/LINUX system
uses the TCP/IP protocol for remote access, whereas Windows NT
can employ either IPX, NETBEUI, or TCP/IP protocols. Since a PC-based
multiport board is OS dependent, it can take full advantage of
the latest technology that the OS offers. On the other hand, a
standalone Remote Access Server is a good candidate for the multi-server
environment since its own dedicated firmware makes it capable
of operating across OS platforms.
2. Easy installation and maintenance
PC-based multiport boards are maintained with the PC, whereas
standalone Remote Access Servers can be maintained remotely over
a TCP/IP network, making this type of product perfect for remote
maintenance needs.
3. Scalability
Standalone Remote Access Servers have proven to be a perfect
solution for larger remote access user groups. A Remote Access
Server can be placed anywhere on the network, and is easily configured
to meet special requirements.
The benefits provided by these two solutions are summarized as
follows.
PC-Based Multiport Board Family with RAS
With the help of user-supplied APs (Windows NT RAS Server for
example), a PC-based multiport board can be used as a fax server,
transmitting data from a number of fax machines onto a TCP/IP
network, resulting in tremendous savings on international phone
bills.
Standalone Remote Access Server
Moxa Async Server can be connected to different types of servers,
such as Alpha, X86, and Sun, and run on various operating systems,
including Windows NT, UNIX, and LINUX, provided the OS has the
TCP/IP protocol stack installed. Async Server is suitable for
any scale of network environment and can be maintained either
locally through a console port, or from a remote terminal. Moxa
Async Server has proven reliability for large user groups, and
is widely used in today's ISP businesses.
Recommended Products
- Smatio Multiport Family
- Intellio Multiport Family
- Async Server Family
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