What industries rely on 4-port serial expansion?

Telecommunications, automation systems, energy distribution monitoring, traffic control systems, and building automation all use multiple serial connections simultaneously.

How is a 4-port card better than multiple 2-port cards?

One 4-port card uses a single PCI slot and provides unified driver management, whereas multiple cards consume resources and complicate installation.

Is this suitable for manufacturing or automation systems?

Yes, it is designed for automation and industrial environments requiring multiple legacy device connections.

Can all four ports work simultaneously?

Yes; the card supports four independent serial connections allowing multiple devices to communicate with the host PC at the same time.

Is this used in energy or traffic monitoring?

Yes, these sectors often use serial protocols for sensor data and control signals; the IC-104S is suitable for such applications.

What advantages does this have over USB serial hubs?

PCI integration provides better stability and dedicated driver support for industrial applications; USB options are portable but less stable.

What is the typical delivery window for this PCI card in the GCC?

Procure.ae supplies expansion cards across the UAE and GCC on a request-a-quote basis; contact our team for lead times.

Is installation assistance available?

Yes, when you request a quote, Procure.ae can advise on driver support and any integration questions.

How many ports does this card add?

It provides four independent RS-232 serial ports to a desktop PC.

Can it work in older computers?

As a PCI card it requires a PCI slot; contact Procure.ae for compatibility with your specific system.

Are drivers available for multiple operating systems?

Contact Procure.ae for full driver availability and supported operating systems.

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Aten IC-104S RS-232 4-Port PCI Card

Aten IC-104S RS-232 4-Port PCI Card

Name: Aten IC-104S RS-232 4-Port PCI Card
Brand: Aten
SKU: IC-104S

The Aten IC-104S is a 4-port RS-232 PCI expansion card providing legacy serial connectivity for modern computers. It supports telecommunications, automation, energy distribution monitoring, traffic control, and building automation systems requiring standard RS-232 device integration.

Overview

The Aten IC-104S RS-232 PCI card delivers four serial ports via a single PCI expansion slot, enabling modern computers to communicate with legacy RS-232 devices. It is essential for industries such as telecommunications, automotive, postal, energy, transportation, and building automation that rely on serial communication protocols for device control and monitoring.

Key Features

4 RS-232 serial ports via single PCI slot
Expands serial connectivity for legacy device integration
Supports telecommunications and automotive industries
Enables airport systems, postal automation, and energy monitoring
Compatible with traffic control and highway monitoring
Suitable for building automation and surveillance integration
Backwards compatible with industrial serial standards

Specifications

Ports: 4 RS-232 Serial Ports
Interface: PCI Expansion Card
Connectivity: RS-232 Serial
Supported Applications: Telecommunications, Industrial Automation, Building Control
Color: Silver
Weight: 0.45 kg

Why buy from Procure.ae

Procure.ae supplies industrial serial connectivity solutions to telecommunications, automation, and enterprise environments across the UAE and GCC. Request a quote for multi-card deployments and industrial system integrations.

FAQ

Is the IC-104S compatible with IC-102S cards?
Yes, both cards use standard PCI and RS-232, allowing you to mix and match them in the same computer for additional serial port expansion.

How many IC-104S cards can I install in one computer?
You can install as many as your motherboard has available PCI slots, enabling 4, 8, 12, or more serial ports per computer.