What does protocol converter mean?
In networking, protocol converter means a device or program that converts one protocol to another to allow devices or systems that use incompatible protocols to work together. Communication protocols are essentially regulations that define how data passing through a device is to be processed and transmitted, so if two devices do not use the same protocol, they will not be able to understand each other, hence the need for a protocol converter.
How to use a protocol converter?
Protocol converter is designed to improve communication between devices from different vendors, most of which use different protocols, especially in the industrial sector, where communication protocols are often copyrighted, leading to dependence on one particular vendor. Protocol conversion can be done by computers using software, provided there is access to the data. However, dedicated devices that do not have a general-purpose operating system such as that used in PCs may not support the protocol for which they were designed. They are therefore incompatible with devices from other manufacturers.
This is true for most network protocols, as different networks using different media, such as fiber, use a different protocol (Fiber Channel Protocol) than Ethernet. Protocol conversion is generally performed by the routers and switches themselves, but if a router does not support this function, a separate protocol converter can be installed. Most industrial equipment and even network devices use Ethernet cabling for communication, as well as RS-232 serial ports, so most protocol converters often have one or two ports, or sometimes even both. However, there are devices that use a completely different communication port, so protocol converters designed for these devices either provide support for that port or include port adapters.
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