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EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 Medical Device Connectivity
Designed for clinical environments, the EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 gateway supports secure, continuous connectivity between medical devices and hospital networks. This rugged gateway features four RS-232 serial ports to connect multiple serial-based patient care devices simultaneously for real-time data monitoring. It integrates with hospital software and electronic records through encrypted communications, ensuring data security and compliance with IEC 60601-1 3rd Edition safety standards.
The device is built with reliable Ethernet connectivity including Power over Ethernet support and advanced Wi-Fi 6 capability, providing robust network access essential for medical settings. It also features the Digi TrustFence security framework, which supports VPN, centralised authentication, and secure updates to mitigate cybersecurity risks. Its compact design and sealed construction support continuous duty operation in clinical conditions, making it suitable for deployment where dependable connectivity and compliance are priorities.
EZ04-WS00 Features
- Safe for bedside use – IEC 60601 3rd Edition-compliant
- Multi-device support – 4 × RS-232 serial ports with RealPort® virtualisation
- Rapid deployment – boots in seconds, configures in minutes
- Hardened security – TrustFence® with encryption, VPN, and central auth
- Edge intelligence – Python scripting for on-device automation and data handling
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Certifications & Standards
CE, EN 55032, EN 55035, FCC, IEC 60601-1
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Interface
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Software and management
Remote management: Digi Remote Manager® or Digi On-Prem Manager, SNMP (user installed, managed) Local management: Digi On-Prem Manager and Digi Navigator™ discovery and configuration tool, Web UI (HTTP/HTTPS); CLI (Telnet, SSH) Management / troubleshooting tools: Digi Navigator discovery and configuration tool, FTP client, SCP, protocol analyzer with PCAP for Wireshark, event logging with syslog and SMTP client, NTP/SNTP, Nagios, Intelliflow, iPerf, Dynamic DNS, ping, traceroute Memory: 256 MB RAM, 4 GB Flash
Security
Authentication: TACACS+, LDAP, Enterprise RADIUS
Ethernet
Ports: (2) RJ-45; 10/100/1000 Mbps (auto-sensing)
Serial
Ports: (4) RJ45-10; RS-232 DTE/RS-422/RS-485 capable, software selectable RS-232 / EIA-232 Serial Modes: Signal support TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, RI flow control options: XON/OFF, CTS/RTS, RTS-toggle
Console
Ports: (1) USB (Type C)
Wi-Fi
Module: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 1 x 1 SISO dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz), internal antenna Modes: Client mode and access point mode simultaneously Clients: Maximum 10 clients (access point mode: regardless of combination of clients and access points) Access points: Maximum 2 access points (access point mode: regardless of combination of clients and access points) Security: WPA-3/WPA-2 personal, WPA/WPA-2 enterprise
Physical
Dimensions (L x W x H): 20.9 x 15.75 x 3.91 cm (8.23 x 6.2 x 1.54 in) Package dimensions: 25.1 x 23.6 x 5.8 cm (9.9 x 9.3 x 2.3 in) Package weight: 1.3 kg (2.87 lb) Status LEDs: System: power, Wi-Fi, Find Me LED; Per port: Ethernet, serial
Power requirements
Power input: 100 - 240 VAC (c8 connector) Power over Ethernet: 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) Class 0 (endpoint) Power consumption: 0.25 A RMS Max, 14 W typical
Environmental
Operating temperature: Standard operating temperature of Connect EZ device: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) Storage temperature: Standard storage temperature of Connect EZ device: 0 °C to 70 °C (32 °F to 158 °F) Relative humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Approvals
Safety: IEC/EN/UL 62368, CSA 22.2, RCM Additionally, Digi Connect EZ WS has been evaluated to IEC 60601-1 Environmental: ROH53 Emissions / Immunity: CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, IC, AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN 55035, EN 55032 *Digi Connect EZ WS has been evaluated and found to comply with the requirements of IEC 60601-1, ensuring ease of integration into systems designed to meet IEC 60601-1 standards. Due to the nature of the Connect EZ WS, it is considered out of scope for IEC 60601-1 certification, however an information test report can be provided to show compliance to the standard upon request.
Technical support
1-year LifeCycle Assurance with 24x7 Expert Support included
Accessories
not included; power supply— 12 V, 3 A (24000136) available separately
What's in the box
Digi Connect EZ 4 WS — serial server, 4-port, PoE, with Wi-Fi, no accessories
The EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 Medical Device Connectivity is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The EZ04-WS00 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Healthcare And Medical, Pharmaceutical, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the EZ04-WS00 is typically used in applications such as Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the EZ04-WS00 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the EZ04-WS00 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 Medical Device Connectivity comes with a 5-Year For Base Connect Ez Device Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 Medical Device Connectivity, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the EZ04-WS00 Digi Connect EZ WS Secure IEC 60601 Medical Device Connectivity or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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