Intelligent, Robust yet Simple to Install and Use With the number and complexity of POC instruments increasing you need a solution that can address any of them yet keep routine oper- ation uniform and simple. The SNI- POC provides the power to control communication with any remote POC device, serving the serial protocol close to the analyzer and handling any required front end processing. We hard code most of the configuration for use with a specific analyzer to minimize onsite setup requirements. This simplifies the configuration process, as users only need to deal with a single configuration screen. POC connectivity - a complex problem Connection of POC instrumen- tation to an LIS is a two-step problem: 1. The need to establish reliable connection of the remote instru- ments to a central POC Data Management System. 2. Provide connectivity of the Data Management System to the Lab Information System. Historically, these problems have been addressed by connecting POC instruments to the central DMS using terminal servers or modems. As hospitals upgrade their IT infrastructure, direct net- work connectivity is available, and is the preferred method of connecting remote instruments. The new SNI-POC is designed to leverage this technology and provide superior connections at a lower cost. * POC connectivity - a complex problem solved! The SNI-POC from Dawning Technologies quickly and easily solves your connectivity problems thanks to its high-level design and our expertise in providing "Smart Connections" to over 2000 clients worldwide. The Distributed pro- cessing Advantage The SNI-POC provides a dedicated CPU to each remote instrument connection allowing local process- ing of instrument data records, removing substantial processing demand from the central DMS, improving overall efficiency. By automatically delivering data files to the DMS using an FTP based protocol as opposed to terminal servers, which merely packetize serial data streams, the SNI-POC can decrease network traffic and enhance system reliability. Dawning Technologies, Inc. 800-332-0499 • 716-223-6006 www.dawning.com ©Dawning Technologies, Inc. 2001 7/01 T he Point of Care version Secure Network Interface has been exclusively designed to support a wide spectrum of OEM applications. This solution connects remote POC instruments to a central POC data management system, via the enterprise network, eliminating the need for additional connection hardware such as terminal servers. This innovative design adds processing power and intelligence at the instrument level enabling local service of the instruments' serial communication protocol, instead of from a remote location on the network. An OEM Connectivity Solution from Dawning Technologies, Inc. Secure Network Interface Secure Network Interface - Point of Care Version