NetGuardian216T: The Versatile SNMP Remote with FrameRelay or PPP over T1 Support

Average user rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews from the install base.

The NetGuardian 216T: Monitors 16 discrete alarms and 8 analog alarms, pings 32 network elements, controls 2 relays, provides LAN reach-through access to 7 network elements, and reports via SNMP v2c or DCPX, and e-mail.

The Intelligent RTU for Complete Site Management.

FrameRelay or PPP over T1 support for added versatility and responsiveness to dynamic network growth.
LAN access to 7 network elements.
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Remote access to serial equipment. (available with 1, 4, or 5 terminal server ports)
Reports alarms to multiple SNMP managers or TMon Remote Alarm Monitoring System.
Support for SNMP v2c Informs, v2c Traps and v1 Traps permits robust message delivery.
Industrial temperature rating.
Firmware now upgradeable via LAN or T1 WAN. (Now available without T1 WAN.)
Web interface: monitor without a master.
16 discrete alarms, 32 ping alarms,7 analog alarms (4 general, 1 temp, 2 batt) and 2 control relays.
Ability to expand to 160 discretes/26 control relays with NetGuardian Expansion Units.
Integrated 7-port hub- Saves space, provides Ethernet connectivity for other equipment.
Web browser support for monitoring and provisioning the units.
E-mail and pager notifications.
Free lifetime firmware upgrades.
Free Windows-based utility for off-site editing and remote provisioning via LAN
2-Year hardware warranty.

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Applications

FrameRelay/T1 Support :The NetGuardian 216T provides detailed monitoring and Ethernet connectivity at remote sites. The NetGuardian 216T connects via T1, extending LAN to the remote site.	Stand-alone Monitoring via Web Interface : The NetGuardian 216T offers a web browser interface for easy and convenient alarm management and unit configuration via Internet or Intranet. This means you can monitor without a master.
LAN-Based Terminal Server: The NetGuardian 216T's built-in terminal server functions allow you to access up to 5 external revenue-generating serial devices via LAN or T1. You can access, configure, and reboot remote site equipment without dedicated circuits and their recurring monthly costs.	24/7 Notification: Out of the box, the NetGuardian 216T supports 24/7 email and paging (through email) reporting. Send alarms to tehnicians in the field, even when no one's in the office.

The NetGuardian 216T monitors 16 discrete alarms and 7 analog alarms, pings 32 network elements, controls 2 relays, provides LAN reach-through access to 7 network elements, and reports via SNMP v2c or DCPX, and e-mail.

Full Specifications
Protocols:	SNMP, DCPx, DCPf, TRIP, SMTP and TAP
Discrete Alarms:	16 (expandable to 160)
Analog Inputs:	8
Analog Input Range:	(-94 to 94 VDC or 4 to 20 mA)
Analog Accuracy:	+/- 1% of actual value
Control Relays:	Form A or Form C
Max Voltage:	60 VDC/120 VAC
Max Current:	3/4 Amp, AC/DC
IP Address Ping Targets:	32
Interfaces:	1 RJ-45 for T1 WAN 1 T1 WAN access jack panel 7 RJ-45 10BaseT Ethernet ports 1 DB9 RS-232 craft port 1 RJ-45 Yost RS-232 port (1 or 5 terminal server port option available) 1 50-pin amphenol connectors (discretes, controls and analogs) 1 4-pin screw connector (external temp sensor) 1 4-pin screw connector (analogs) Front-panel LCD option
Visual Interface:	12 bicolor LEDs, 11 unicolor LEDs
Dimensions:	1.75"H x 17"W x 12"D (4.5 cm x 43.2 cm x 30.5 cm)
Weight:	4 lbs. 3 oz. (1.9 kg)
Mounting:	19" or 23" rack
Power Input:	-48VDC (-40 to -70VDC)
Current Draw:	200mA
Fuse:	3/4 Amp GMT for power inputs
Operating Temperature:	-22°-158° F (-30°-70° C)
Operating Humidity:	0%-95% noncondensing

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The NetGuardian 216T monitors 16 discrete alarms and 8 analog alarms, pings 32 network elements, controls 2 relays, provides LAN reach-through access to 7 network elements, provides terminal server access to 5 serial devices, and reports via SNMP v2c or DCPX, and e-mail.

The NetGuardian 216T provides detailed monitoring and Ethernet connectivity at remote sites. The NetGuardian 216T connects via T1, extending LAN to the remote site.

The NetGuardian 216T's built-in terminal server functions allow you to access up to 5 external revenue-generating serial devices via LAN or T1. You can access, configure, and reboot remote site equipment without dedicated circuits and their recurring monthly costs.

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