COM/IP
Solution Overview

The COM/IP Redirector is installed on computers running modem applications.

COM/IP virtual COM ports each have a Hayes-compatible software modem that "dials" IP addresses and port numbers.

When the application issues a dial command (ATD 192165056244) the COM/IP Redirector creates a TCP connection to an IP endpoint (such as 192.165.56.244).

Advantages

Modem applications are able to establish connections to any TCP/IP network destination.

A modem application can use a serial server by dialing its IP address, specifying a TCP port to use if necessary.

Key Design Considerations

Does the application use a TAPI modem device?

For TAPI applications, COM/IP includes a modem driver that can be used to install a Windows modem device.

Is the COM/IP connection being made on an untrusted network such as the Internet?

The COM/IP encryption option offers SSL/TLS data encryption and certificate validation, providing data security and verification of the identity of the other end of the connection.