Description
DigiBoard DigiChannel NC/CON-16 Network Concentrator TCP/IP Ethernet 16-Port
The DigiBoard DigiChannel NC/CON-16 is a 16-port async serial network concentrator from Digi International (DigiBoard), designed to connect multiple RS-232 serial devices to a TCP/IP Ethernet network. It provides 16 RJ45 async serial ports on the rear panel, allowing servers, terminals, modems, and other serial equipment to be accessed and managed over a standard Ethernet LAN. Power is supplied via an external power supply (4-pin DIN connector) — a power supply is not included with this unit.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: DigiBoard (Digi International)
- Model: DigiCHANNEL NC/CON-16
- Part Number: 50000031, Rev C
- Dev Code: 200191
- 16 x RJ45 async serial ports (numbered 1–16 on rear panel)
- Network interface: Ethernet — DB15 and BNC (10BASE-T/coax) connectors on rear
- Protocol: TCP/IP
- Front panel: TX, RX, COL Ethernet status LEDs
- Front panel: per-channel LED indicators — TD, RD, RTS, CTS, DSR, DCD, DTR, RI, OFC, IFC
- Front panel: red 7-segment LED display and two navigation buttons
- Power: 4-pin DIN connector (rear), ON/OFF rocker switch
- Form factor: desktop enclosure
- Power supply: NOT included — must be sourced separately
Applications
The DigiBoard DigiChannel NC/CON-16 belongs to the DigiCHANNEL family of async serial concentrators, which were widely used in the 1990s to bridge legacy RS-232 serial equipment onto TCP/IP Ethernet networks. These concentrators are used in environments where servers, terminals, point-of-sale systems, industrial controllers, or modems need to be accessed remotely over a LAN without replacing existing serial cabling. Digi International (then marketed under the DigiBoard brand) was a major manufacturer of multi-port serial and network access products. Units like the NC/CON-16 are still used today in legacy industrial and facilities-management environments that retain serial-device infrastructure, and are sought after for maintaining older networked systems where serial-to-IP conversion is needed.
This DigiBoard DigiChannel NC/CON-16 Network Concentrator has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The chassis and front panel look clean with no significant damage visible. The unit does not include a power supply — power supply is not included and will need to be sourced separately. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
DigiBoard (Digi International) |
Model: |
NC/CON-16 |
MPN: |
50000031 |
Secondary Model: |
DigiCHANNEL NC/CON-16 |
Hardware Revision: |
Rev C |
Type: |
Network Concentrator |
SKU: |
34516 |
Number of Ports: |
16 x RJ45 async serial ports |
Network Interface: |
Ethernet (10BASE-T/Coax BNC) |
Protocol: |
TCP/IP |
Serial Interface: |
Async RS-232 (RJ45), 16-port |
Connector Types: |
16x RJ45, DB15 network, BNC, DIN power |
LED Indicators: |
TD, RD, RTS, CTS, DSR, DCD, DTR, RI, OFC, IFC; TX, RX, COL Ethernet |
Form Factor: |
Desktop |
Power Connector: |
4-pin DIN (external power supply required) |
Seller Notes: |
Power supply not included. Unit only. |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
DigiBoard DigiChannel NC/CON-16 Network Concentrator inspected and in good used condition. No power supply included — must be sourced separately. No significant cosmetic damage observed. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |