Digi Connect Series User Manual

Digi Connect and ConnectPort TSFamily features Network connectionsand data paths
Digi Connect Family and ConnectPort TSFamily
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Customize the appearance of the device interface by changing thecompany logo or screen
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Run custom Python applications.
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Define thecustom factory defaultsthat the devices use to restore factory default settings.
Network connections and data paths
Digi Connect and ConnectPort TSFamily devicesallow for several kinds of connections and pathsfor
data flow between Digi Connect and ConnectPort TSFamily devicesand other entities. You can group
these connectionsinto two main categories:
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Network services, in which a remote entity initiates a connection to a Digi device.
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Network/serial clients, in which a Digi device initiatesa network connection or opensa serial
port for communication.
Thefollowing topics describe the effectsof enabling featuresand selecting settings when configuring
Digi Connect and ConnectPort TSFamily devices.
Network services
Anetwork service connection occurs when a remote entity initiates a connection to a Digi device.
There are several categories of network services:
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Network services associated with specific ports
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Network services associated with serial portsin general
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Network services associated with the command-line interface
Network servicesassociated with specificports
Thefollowing list details network servicesassociated with specific ports.
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Reverse telnet: Aremote entity establishes a telnet connection to a Digi serial port. Data
passes transparently between the telnet connection and a named serial port.
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Reverse raw socket: Aremote entity establishes a raw TCPsocket connection to a Digi serial
port. Data passestransparently between the socket and a named serial port.
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Reverse TLSsocket: Aremote entity establishes an encrypted raw TCPsocket connection to a
Digi serial port. Data passestransparently to and from a named serial port.
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LPD: Aremote entity establishes a TCPconnection to a named serial port. TheDigi device
interprets the LPDprotocol and sends a print job out of the serial port.
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Modem emulation, also known as pseudo-modem (pmodem): Aremote entity establishes a
TCPconnection to a named serial port. This connection is“interpreted” as an incoming call to
the pseudo-modem.
Network servicesassociated with serial portsin general
Thefollowing list details network servicesassociated with serial portsin general.

Digi Connect Series Specifications

General

Category	Network Router
Series	Connect
Manufacturer	Digi
Cellular Technology	4G LTE, 3G
Serial Ports	1-2 (varies by model)
Security	VPN, Firewall
Management	Web, CLI, SNMP

Summary

About this guide

Important safety information

Essential safety precautions for electrical and environmental hazards.

Where to find information

Locating additional product and feature information and support resources.

Digi Connect and ConnectPort TS Family Features

User interfaces

Overview of interfaces for device configuration, monitoring, and administration.

Network services

Managing access to device network services for security and performance.

IP protocol support

Details on supported TCP/IP protocols and serial data over TCP/UDP.

Security features in Digi devices

Configuration of secure access, authentication, and encryption methods.

Get Started with Your Device

Hardware setup and initial connection

Verifying components and connecting hardware for ConnectPort TS and ES devices.

Assigning an IP Address

Methods for assigning IP addresses via DHCP, Auto-IP, or CLI.

Signing in to the Web Interface

Accessing the device's web interface using a browser or utility.

Device Configuration Overview

Configuration capabilities

Overview of settings for network, serial ports, alarms, and security.

Web interface and CLI access

Using the web interface and accessing the command-line interface.

Device administration

Performing administrative tasks like file management and firmware updates.

Configuring Network Settings

IP settings

Configuring IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateways for network connectivity.

Wi-Fi settings

Settings for Wi-Fi LAN, security, and 802.1x authentication.

Network Services Settings

Enabling/disabling network services and managing default port numbers.

Serial Ports Configuration

Select Port Profile

Choosing port profiles like Console Management, RealPort, or Serial Bridge.

RealPort Configuration

Mapping COM/TTY ports for virtual connections using RealPort software.

System Configuration

SNMP Settings

Managing SNMP for network device monitoring and configuration.

Date and Time Settings

Setting device date, time, and time source for accurate logging.

RADIUS authentication

Configuring RADIUS servers for user authentication and profile management.

User Management and Access Control

User Configuration

Setting up user login credentials and passwords.

User Access and Permissions

Defining user access to interfaces and feature permissions.

Remote Manager Integration

Remote Manager settings

Configuring device connection and management via Digi Remote Manager.

IPv6 support

Understanding IPv6 addressing and its implementation on Digi devices.

Hardware and System Status

System status LEDs

Understanding LED indicators for system status, link activity, and diagnostics.

Rack Mounting considerations

Guidelines for safely installing devices in equipment racks.

Specifications and Certifications

Hardware specifications

Technical details on environmental, power, and dimension requirements.

Wireless networking features

Key Wi-Fi features for configuration, including security and modes.

Troubleshooting

Replace Connect ES time-lag fuses

Procedure for replacing time-lag fuses in Connect ES devices.

Troubleshooting resources

Resources like knowledge base, forums, and support tickets for issue resolution.