The HN1030 Serial Appliance is a cost-effective solution for enabling serial data connectivity together with high-speed broadband IP access in a Hughes satellite network. Designed as a simple add-on to the HN family of terminals, the HN1030 Serial Appliance supports up to four serial ports with a variety of applications and data protocols. By enabling the simultaneous support of serial data and IP Ethernet over the Hughes system, the HN1030 is the perfect solution for integrating legacy serial devices within an IP network—including devices such as credit card scanners, SCADA terminals, lottery terminals or gas station pump controllers. With the HN1030 Serial Appliance, the Hughes system can supply serial data and broadband IP to anywhere in the world and provide highly efficient, two-way satellite service for enterprises of any size.