The Digi STS 1008 SCSI Terminal Server is a network-attached device that bridges SCSI peripherals to remote systems by presenting them as standard serial ports over TCP/IP connectivity. This enables centralized management and access to SCSI-based equipment without requiring direct physical proximity, making it ideal for distributed computing environments and legacy system integration.
## Technical Specifications
**Processor & Memory**
• 40 MHz 188 embedded microcontroller
• 128 KB Flash RAM, zero wait-states
• 128 KB Flash EPROM, zero wait-states
**SCSI Interface**
• Two 50-pin SCSI-2 connectors with daisy-chain support
• Data transfer rates up to 5 Mbps (synchronous and asynchronous)
• SCSI ID configuration and termination control via switch
**Serial Connectivity**
• Multiple asynchronous serial ports (EIA-232)
• Baud rates to 230 Kbps
• Full modem control: RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD
• RJ45 female connectors
• Appears as native COM ports (Windows NT) or TTY ports (UNIX)
**Optional Parallel Port**
• Centronics-compatible printer interface with DB25 female pinout (output only)
**Power**
• 120 VAC, 60 Hz (U.S./Canada) or 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz (universal)
**Physical**
• Dimensions: 8.1″ W × 5.9″ D × 1.2″ H (20.6 × 14.8 × 3.1 cm)
• Unit weight: 1.2 lbs (0.6 kg)
• Shipping weight: 4.2 lbs maximum (1.8 kg)
**Compliance**
• FCC Class A, CE mark, DOC Class A
• UL, CUL
## Key Features
• TCP/IP and Telnet protocol support for network-based device access
• Supports PPP connectivity
• Dual SCSI-2 connectors enable equipment daisy-chaining
• Compact 1.2-inch form factor suitable for rack and panel mounting
## Typical Applications
Remote console access to legacy SCSI storage systems, distributed printer management, centralized peripheral control in multi-user UNIX and Windows NT environments.
## Compatibility & Integration
Operating systems: UNIX (Sun, Hewlett-Packard, DEC/Compaq, Silicon Graphics) and Windows NT. Compatible with a broad range of SCSI peripherals.
