PLANET™ ICS-100 Media Converter / Device Server provides to convert Serial RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 communication interface over Fast Ethernet networking. Ethernet signal allows two types of segments to connect easily, efficiently and inexpensively. This converter can be used as a stand-alone unit or as a slide-in module to PLANET Media Converter Chassis (MC-700 / MC-1500/ MC-1500R / MC-1500R48). It is time, saving expense for users and SIs, and there is no need to replace the existing serial equipment and software system.