The SecureBox family of device servers is the first to be certified by NIST for AES-encrypted secure data communications in government facilities. The SecureBox SDS1100 connects serial devices to a network and ensures that the information within these devices can be securely accessed and transmitted over the network or the Internet. The SecureBox SDS1100 incorporates 128-256 bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) and is certified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to meet the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) now required for all networked equipment used in government facilities. The SDS1100 is also appropriate for commercial applications where secure data communications are essential, such as energy, medical and financial institutions. Using a method called serial tunneling, the SDS1100 encrypts and encapsulates serial data into packets and transports it over Ethernet. Using two SDS1100 device servers connected by a network, secure virtual serial connections can be extended across a facility or around the world. The Lantronix approach to secure communications is transparent to your attached devices and software. There is no need to change the way you work or develop special software to encrypt/decrypt information over the network. Lantronix Secure Com Port Redirector (SCPR) software simplifies the integration process by extending the functionality of COM-port-based Windows applications. SCPR creates encrypted virtual COM ports and provides secure transportation of sensitive information to remote SDS1100 device servers on the network or the Internet. In modem emulation mode, the SDS1100 is used to replace dial-up modems. The unit accepts modem AT commands on the serial port and establishes a secure network connection to the end device, providing a cost-effective solution by eliminating dedicated modems and phone lines. The Windows based configuration software and web interface simplifies configuration by providing a user-friendly interface with built-in online help that minimizes setup time and configuration questions. The SDS1100 can also be set up locally through its serial port, or remotely over a network using Telnet or a web browser. For added security, the web interface can be disabled. Flash memory enables maintenance-free, non-volatile storage of web pages, and facilitates future system software upgrades. If you're looking for the most secure, cost-effective and scalable means to network-enable your serial devices, look no further than the Lantronix SecureBox SDS1100.