Protocol eXchange Server - PXS

What is it?

PXS outside/inside/compare to a dollar bill The PXS is a small (4.9" x 3.8" x 0.9") external communication server. The PXS hardware platform includes:

  • 1 ARM7TDMI-based RISC processor (Samsung S3C4530A)
  • 8 MB RAM
  • 4 MB Flash memory
  • 1 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port
  • 2 Synchronous ports with software selectable interface type
  • 1 Asynchronous console port
PXS Software Star

The synchronous port interfaces are configurable for:

  • RS-232
  • RS-422
  • V.35
  • RS-485

The RS-232 supports 128 kbps, the RS-422/V.35 2.048 Mbps (E1). The Ethernet port auto-detects 10 or 100 Mbps and a direct or crossover connection. The PXS uses a 100/240 VAC 60/50 Hz switchable power supply.

It has two mounting tabs for easy installation in rack mounted systems.