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Intended use
The Connect WS, an electronic data transmitting device, is intended to provide electronic transfer of data from
devices with serial connections to information systems via IP networks. The Connect WS does not control or alter the
functions or parameters of any device to which it is connected. It does not change or manipulate transmitted data or
its display in any way. It does not incorporate a therapeutic or diagnostic function, and is not intended to be used
with active patient monitoring.
The Connect WS is intended for use as an ITE device for data transmission only.
Note Any use of this product beyond the scope of the above description is at the customer's sole risk and
responsibility.
Connect WS server models
This guide pertains to all Connect WS server models:
Base model
DC-WS-1
DC-WS-4
DC-WS-8
*Regional variants may have optional characters (denoted with -???) that indicate different accessory options.
Power and cabling requirements
Use an appropriate power cable meeting national standards to connect to a standard outlet. The appropriate
requirements are listed per region:
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EU/International: VDE Mark, conforming to IEC 60083, IEC 60227, or IEC 60320, with C7 to the appropriate national
mains connector, 2 x 0.75 mm
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USA/Canada:
UR Mark, conforming to UL 62, UL 817, or CSA-C22.2, with C7 to 1-15P, 5-15P, or NEMA locking connector,
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18 AWG.
If Power over Ethernet is used, the device shall use a CAT5 or higher cable that has been inspected and
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approved by Facility IT and which provides connectivity on all pins.
Included accessories
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1 Ethernet dust cover
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4 VESA mount screws
Essential performance
The essential performance of the Connect WS is to not compromise the data coming from the attached device
(excluding issues which might cause delayed delivery of data or data not being delivered), and to not compromise the
operation of the connected device.
The expected service life of the Connect WS is 7 years.
Connect WS Hardware Reference Manual
Regional model variants
DC-WS-1-???*
DC-WS-4-???*
DC-WS-8-???*
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Description
Digi Connect WS 1 (1-port)
Digi Connect WS 1 (4-port)
Digi Connect WS 1 (8-port)
Overview of the Digi Connect WS
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