IoT Ports

Jetnet

Paradigm Research & Development Jetnet utilizes port 6543 primarily for communication between its networked devices and systems. This port facilitates device management, telemetry, and control functions within Jetnet deployments, leveraging the UDP protocol for lightweight, efficient message exchange. Although unofficial, it remains important in industrial and research environments where Paradigm's products are utilized.

WhiskerControl Protocol

WhiskerControl is a research-focused control protocol utilized primarily in experimental and prototype networks or robotics systems. It facilitates communication and coordination between various research components, enabling data transfer, command execution, and system monitoring capabilities.

Omron FINS Communication

Port 9600 is primarily used for Omron FINS (Factory Interface Network Service) communication to interface with Omron Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). It allows various industrial devices and software components to communicate seamlessly on a factory floor, facilitating data acquisition, device control, and automation processes using the FINS protocol over UDP.

OPC UA TCP

OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) is a machine-to-machine communication protocol for industrial automation developed by the OPC Foundation. It is designed to facilitate the secure and reliable exchange of data in industrial control systems, supporting complex data modeling while remaining platform-independent.

Mikrotik MNDP

The MikroTik Neighbor Discovery Protocol (MNDP) enables MikroTik RouterOS devices to detect and share information with nearby MikroTik routers on the same network segment. It facilitates device management by providing insights about device identities, IP details, and network topology, making administration straightforward for network operators.

OPC UA over TLS/SSL

OPC UA over TLS/SSL uses port 4843 to provide secure, encrypted industrial protocol communications via Transport Layer Security or Secure Sockets Layer. This port supports interactions within the OPC Unified Architecture ecosystem, enabling secure cross-platform data exchange for industrial control systems, automation devices, and IoT components. Widely adopted in industrial environments, it ensures data integrity and confidentiality across networked enterprise and manufacturing systems.

Slingbox

Port 5001 is primarily used by Slingbox devices in conjunction with Slingplayer applications to stream live or recorded television content over the internet. It enables users to remotely access their home TV feed from computers or mobile devices, providing a personalized viewing experience outside the home network.

Hypack Data Acquisition

Port 15000 is primarily used by Hypack Hydrographic Software’s data acquisition module to facilitate communication between hardware and software components involved in marine surveying and hydrographic data capture. It typically manages connections and data flow for devices performing tasks such as depth sounding, positioning, and mapping, playing a critical role in precise data gathering and control during hydrographic surveys.

Tatsoft HTTP Port

Port 3100 is primarily utilized by Tatsoft's software suite as its default HTTP listening port for communication. It facilitates interaction between client and server components, enabling users and integrations to interface with Tatsoft applications over a network via standard HTTP protocols.

Modbus Protocol

Port 502 is primarily associated with Modbus, a widely used industrial automation protocol. It facilitates communication between supervisory computers, controllers, and field devices like PLCs over TCP/IP networks.

WSDAPI

**Web Services for Devices API (WSDAPI)** enables automatic discovery and communication between connected devices in a network, streamlining device management and integration on **Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008** systems. This protocol simplifies the interaction between PCs and network-enabled devices such as printers, scanners, and cameras by utilizing **web service standards** like SOAP to provide plug-and-play functionality.

CAPWAP Data

CAPWAP Data on port 5247 facilitates the management and provisioning of wireless access points by carrying encapsulated wireless data packets between controllers and APs. Defined by RFC 5415, it separates data from control traffic (usually on port 5246) to maintain efficient wireless network operations, enabling scalability, flexibility, and simplified management.

DHCPv6 Client

DHCPv6 Client is the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol designed specifically for IPv6 networks. It automates the process of assigning IPv6 addresses and other configuration details to client devices, enabling seamless integration into IPv6-enabled networks. Unlike its IPv4 counterpart, DHCPv6 implements certain protocol-level improvements, including prefix delegation and improved multicast communication, to accommodate the unique requirements of IPv6.

WS-Discovery

Web Services Dynamic Discovery (WS-Discovery) is a multicast discovery protocol primarily used in Windows environments for detecting network devices and services dynamically. It enables automatic service discovery without manual configuration, facilitating efficient communication between devices such as printers, cameras, and other network-enabled appliances.

Lantronix RS-485 Telnet Control

Port 9999 is commonly used by Lantronix device servers like the UDS-10 and UDS100 for remote Telnet configuration and management of serial-to-Ethernet converters, particularly those supporting RS-485 communication. This port allows network administrators to connect to the embedded Telnet service to configure network settings, serial parameters, or perform diagnostics on the device remotely.

APRS UI-WebServer

Port 14439 is primarily used by the UI-WebServer component of APRS UI-View, a Windows program for Amateur Radio enthusiasts leveraging APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System). It facilitates remote web-based access to APRS data, enabling users to monitor real-time tracking information and exchange messages via a web browser. This allows a convenient interface for radio operators and remote users to access and manage APRS transmissions.

TBRPF Protocol

Topology Broadcast based on Reverse-Path Forwarding (TBRPF) is a proactive link-state routing protocol designed primarily for wireless mesh and mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs). It efficiently disseminates routing information with minimal overhead, enabling rapid route establishment and adaptation in dynamic network topologies. By broadcasting topology updates along reverse paths, it ensures reliable delivery while reducing redundant transmissions.

RTPS DDS Discovery

RTPS Discovery protocol, integral to DDS, facilitates real-time, low-latency automatic discovery of publishers and subscribers in distributed real-time systems, ensuring seamless communication setup without manual configuration. It enables flexible and scalable data sharing ideal for IoT devices, robotics, defense, and industrial automation applications.

RTPS DDS Traffic

RTPS (Real Time Publish Subscribe) DDS User-Traffic is primarily used for real-time data distribution in distributed systems using the Data Distribution Service (DDS) protocol. This port facilitates efficient, scalable publish-subscribe communication patterns, supporting both TCP and UDP, commonly found in mission-critical, time-sensitive environments such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and IoT deployments.

Service Location Protocol

The Service Location Protocol (SLP) enables devices to discover services available on a local network dynamically and without prior configuration. It simplifies network management by providing a scalable, flexible, and decentralized mechanism to advertise and locate services, such as printers or file servers, reducing the need for manual setup. SLP supports both TCP and UDP communications to ensure compatibility and resilience across diverse network environments and topologies.

SSDP / UPnP Discovery

Port 1900 is primarily used by the Simple Service Discovery Protocol (SSDP), which is a part of the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) suite of protocols. It facilitates the discovery of network devices and services on local networks without the need for manual configuration, enabling seamless interoperability among diverse devices such as printers, smart TVs, media servers, and IoT devices.

OSIsoft PI System Client

Port 5450 is utilized by the OSIsoft PI System to facilitate secure and efficient communication between PI Server and client applications. It enables data access, collection, and management functionalities key for real-time industrial data analytics and storage, widely used in sectors like manufacturing, utilities, and energy for process data monitoring.

MQTT Broker

MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) is a lightweight messaging protocol designed for small sensors and mobile devices optimized for high-latency or unreliable networks. It operates over TCP/IP, facilitating publish/subscribe messaging ideal for IoT applications, enabling efficient data exchange with minimal bandwidth consumption.

Modbus

Modbus is an industrial communication protocol designed to enable communication between devices connected on different types of buses or networks, primarily in automation and control environments. It facilitates data transmission between supervisory computers and devices like PLCs, sensors, and instrumentation, making it a fundamental protocol in industrial control systems.

MonkeyCom

MonkeyCom is a communication port associated with IoT devices and embedded systems, primarily within the Xiaomi ecosystem. It is known to facilitate device management, communication, and often supports proprietary messaging protocols. Devices such as IoT gateways, smart sensors, and cameras may use this port for local discovery, data exchange, and remote control services.

DNP3

DNP3 (Distributed Network Protocol) is a robust communication protocol widely used in SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems to enable reliable data exchange between control equipment such as Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs). Designed for electrical and utility automation sectors, DNP3 ensures efficient and dependable device interoperability across complex supervisory networks.

Multicast DNS

Multicast DNS (mDNS) is a zero-configuration networking protocol that facilitates hostname resolution without a central DNS server, primarily within small local networks. It allows devices to discover each other and communicate seamlessly, especially helpful in consumer and IoT environments where manual network configuration is impractical.

Polycom Broadcast

Port 6771 UDP is typically used by Polycom conferencing systems to facilitate server broadcasts and device auto-discovery within corporate and enterprise networks, enabling seamless deployment and management of voice and video solutions.

CAPWAP Control

CAPWAP (Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) is a protocol standardized in RFC 5415, designed to unify and streamline the management, control, and provisioning of multiple wireless access points (APs) from a centralized wireless controller. Port 5246 specifically handles the control messages exchanged between controllers and APs, allowing centralized management of configurations, firmware updates, and security policies over a secure management channel.

RTPS DDS Meta-Traffic

RTPS DDS Meta-Traffic is used for the internal communication of Data Distribution Service (DDS) implementations. It handles discovery, metadata exchange, and control traffic necessary for establishing real-time, reliable, and scalable publish-subscribe communications among distributed systems, especially in environments demanding high performance such as robotics or IoT.

UPnP Device Interop

Port 5000 is widely used for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) services, particularly on Windows networks to facilitate device discovery, configuration, and interoperability. By enabling seamless integration of networked devices such as printers, media servers, and IoT devices, UPnP over TCP on port 5000 greatly enhances user convenience, though it also introduces specific security considerations.

Private Printer Server

Port 35 is unofficially associated with proprietary or private printer server protocols, typically for device discovery, configuration, and data exchange in local or enterprise printer networks. It can support both TCP and UDP transport modes, providing flexibility during printer communication setup and operation.

RTSP

The Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) enables the control of streaming media servers, allowing clients to remotely control playback of media content such as video or audio streams in real time. Widely utilized in IP cameras and multimedia streaming solutions, RTSP facilitates commands like play, pause, and record, making it an essential component of streaming infrastructures.

AMX ICSP

AMX Integrated Control System Protocol (ICSP) is used primarily for communication among AMX automation and control devices used in sophisticated AV and building control solutions. It enables seamless command transmission and device management within custom automation networks.

DNP3 Secure

DNP3 Secure is an enhanced, secure version of the Distributed Network Protocol used primarily for communication between SCADA systems and devices like RTUs and IEDs. It adds robust authentication and encryption features to the standard DNP3, aiming to protect critical infrastructure communications from interception and tampering.

AVM CAPI-over-TCP

AVM CAPI-over-TCP enables ISDN signaling data to be transmitted over Ethernet networks, effectively encapsulating ISDN protocols within TCP/IP for remote access or integration. This facilitates the bridging of traditional ISDN communication with modern IP infrastructure, often serving AVM's Fritz!Box devices and similar hardware.

Buffalo NAS Web Access

Port 9000 is primarily used by Buffalo Technology's LinkStation and TeraStation network-attached storage (NAS) devices to provide web-based access to stored files and configure device settings. It allows users to connect remotely or locally via a web browser to upload, manage, and share files securely within their network environment.

CAPTAN Test Stand

CAPTAN Test Stand System is primarily utilized in experimental physics and engineering setups to manage communication between data acquisition hardware and control systems. Operating over UDP, it facilitates the transfer of commands and data in real-time environments, particularly in test stands for particle detectors and sensor arrays.

CyBro A-bus

CyBro A-bus is an industrial automation communication protocol developed by Cybrotech Ltd., typically used for managing programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and automation systems. By operating on port 8442, it facilitates supervisory control and integration of field devices in industrial environments. This port supports both TCP and UDP for flexible communication in industrial networks.

Lantronix Discovery

Lantronix Discovery is a protocol used for locating and managing Lantronix serial-to-Ethernet devices within a local network. It enables administrators to quickly identify connected devices, configure their network settings, and perform basic management tasks. This port primarily functions over UDP, facilitating device detection and initial setup.

EasyBits School Discovery

EasyBits School uses port 1110 for its network discovery protocol, primarily designed for Intel’s Classmate PC (CMPC) platform in educational settings. This protocol helps devices identify peers and servers within a school LAN, facilitating easy communication and management within classrooms equipped with Intel CMPC devices.

JtoMB Protocol

JtoMB is an unofficial, lesser-known protocol operating over TCP port 1001, occasionally used in embedded systems, IoT devices, or proprietary middleware solutions. Its primary purpose often revolves around message brokering or device communication in specialized environments rather than widespread internet services.

IEC 60870-5-104

IEC 60870-5-104 is a protocol standard widely used for telecontrol in electric power systems, enabling data exchange for supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). Operating over TCP/IP networks, it facilitates real-time monitoring and remote management of electrical grids, substations, and automation devices to ensure reliable power delivery.

Network Caller ID

Port 3333 is commonly used for the Network Caller ID (NCID) server service, an open-source system designed to distribute caller identification info across a network. It enables sharing caller ID information from a telephony input (like a modem or VoIP gateway) to various connected devices, such as PCs or media centers, enhancing call screening and logging across networked systems.

APC Agent

APC Agent is a proprietary management service used primarily with APC (American Power Conversion) network devices such as UPS systems. It enables remote management, monitoring, and control of power events and environmental data, facilitating automation and resilience of critical infrastructure.

Slim Devices Discovery

Slim Devices Discovery Protocol is used primarily by Logitech Media Server and Squeezebox devices for automatic network device discovery and communication. It facilitates the identification and management of audio devices within a local network environment, simplifying setup and connectivity for home media streaming solutions. This protocol operates primarily over UDP to enable lightweight broadcast queries and responses, crucial for seamless media device integration.

XMPP Link-Local / Serverless Messaging

Port 5298 is primarily used for the Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP) implementations targeting link-local communications as defined in JEP-0174 or XEP-0174. This enables peer-to-peer instant messaging without the need for a central server on a local network segment, ideal for ad-hoc and zero-configuration communication scenarios.

PDL Data Stream

**Port 9100** is primarily used for printing services employing the Printer Job Language (PDL) Data Stream protocol, which facilitates fast, raw printing over TCP/IP networks. It's widely implemented on networked printers, especially those utilizing the JetDirect protocol developed by HP, enabling direct print job submissions from clients without the need for intermediary print servers or additional protocols.

LLRP over TLS

EPCglobal Low Level Reader Protocol (LLRP) over TLS facilitates secure communication between RFID readers and controlling software, leveraging TLS to provide encrypted transport. It enables standardized device management, inventory control, and data acquisition within RFID systems commonly found in logistics, retail, and supply chain operations.

LoggerNet Datalogger

Port 6789 is commonly used by LoggerNet, a Campbell Scientific software suite designed to interface with dataloggers for environmental and industrial data collection. This port facilitates data collection, device configuration, and data dissemination within monitoring networks using custom communication protocols.

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) is a simple, lightweight file transfer protocol used primarily within local networks for transmitting files without the complexities of authentication or directory visibility. It's typically used for bootstrapping devices, transferring firmware, or configuration files in a controlled environment.

FLIR Camera Protocol

The FLIR Systems Camera Resource Protocol is utilized primarily by FLIR network-enabled cameras to facilitate command, control, and data exchange. It enables remote configuration, firmware updates, and live video streaming capabilities, making it essential for surveillance, security applications, and industrial monitoring. Despite being a proprietary and unofficial protocol specification, it has gained traction across various FLIR hardware implementations.

WSDAPI Secure Channel

Port 5358 is used by Windows devices running Vista, Windows 7, and Server 2008 for Web Services on Devices API (WSDAPI) communications over secure channels. It facilitates discovery, management, and integration of devices within a local network, enabling applications to communicate securely with devices such as printers, scanners, and IoT appliances through standardized web protocols.

SlimProto

SlimProto is a lightweight streaming protocol developed by Slim Devices, primarily facilitating communication between Logitech Media Server and their Squeezebox family of audio streaming hardware. Designed for simplicity and low latency, SlimProto enables efficient network audio streaming and device management within home audio environments.

STMF (NTCIP 1101)

The Simple Transportation Management Framework (STMF), defined in NTCIP 1101, facilitates data communication and management for transportation systems and devices such as traffic signals, dynamic message signs, and environmental sensor stations. This protocol supports seamless integration and interoperability within intelligent transportation systems (ITS), enabling effective command, control, and monitoring capabilities.

ArcLink/XT

Lincoln Electric's ArcLink/XT is a communication protocol used primarily in industrial environments to facilitate data exchange between welding equipment and control systems. Designed to optimize manufacturing workflows, this protocol leverages UDP transport to ensure low-latency and real-time communication needed for precision welding operations.

Xware xTrm Protocol

Xware xTrm Communication Protocol (XCP) is a specialized protocol used primarily to facilitate secure and reliable data exchange in industrial environments and enterprise-grade communication solutions. Designed by Xware, it offers custom features to ensure integrity and operational continuity across distributed systems.

TR-069 CPE WAN Management

The TR-069 CPE WAN Management Protocol enables ISPs to remotely configure, monitor, and manage customer-premises equipment (CPE) like routers and modems. Widely used in broadband deployments, it facilitates automated provisioning and firmware updates, streamlining service delivery and support. While convenient, its exposure requires careful security management.

PrintBuzzer Socket Server

PrintBuzzer runs a network socket server on port 4007 designed to monitor, control, and remotely manage printer jobs across an organization. It facilitates real-time status updates, device health checks, and streamlined printer fleet management, enabling administrators to oversee multiple printers efficiently.

Quartus jtagd

**Quartus JTAGD** port (1309) is primarily used by *Altera* (now part of Intel) for remote programming, debugging, and hardware communication with FPGA devices via JTAG servers. This port facilitates interactions between Quartus software tools and programmable logic devices, enabling hardware development and maintenance workflows.

D-Link SharePort

Port 9303 is typically associated with D-Link SharePort services, enabling network sharing of USB storage devices and multifunction printers across local networks on D-Link routers. This port facilitates file sharing and printer access by bridging these USB devices to multiple clients seamlessly.

ComCam IO

Port 3605 is primarily associated with ComCam IO, a service related to network-enabled surveillance cameras and communication modules. It facilitates device communication, data transmission, and control signaling between camera components and remote systems — typically operating over UDP for efficient real-time data streaming.

GPSD Daemon

Port 2947 is primarily used by gpsd, an open-source GPS service daemon that provides a unified interface for various GPS receivers. It facilitates communication between GPS hardware and applications by parsing receiver data and serving it in a standardized format over TCP, enabling features like location tracking and timing synchronization across networked systems.

SANE Scanner Daemon

The SANE (Scanner Access Now Easy) network scanner daemon listens on port 6566 to facilitate communication between scanning clients and network-connected scanners. It allows users to remotely access and control scanners over a TCP/IP network, supporting distributed document digitization with compatible hardware and software.

OSIsoft PI Server Client Access

Port 545 is primarily used for communication between OSIsoft PI Servers and client systems. The PI System is a widely deployed industrial data management platform that collects, analyzes, visualizes, and shares large amounts of high-fidelity, time-series data from various sources including sensors, controllers, and SCADA systems. This port supports connectivity and data exchange between the PI Server infrastructure and client applications.

TiVoConnect Beacon

TiVoConnect Beacon is a service used primarily for device discovery and peer communication among TiVo DVR devices on local home networks. It enables TiVo devices to find each other automatically, facilitating media sharing, remote scheduling, and unified DVR services without manual configuration.

Protocol Info & Warnings

**Port 4018** is typically associated with services that relay protocol metadata, alerts, or control messages within networked environments. It facilitates the exchange of status updates, notifications, and warnings between devices or applications using various underlying protocols.

LWAPP Data

The Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) is designed to enable centralized wireless LAN management by facilitating communication between wireless access points (APs) and wireless LAN controllers. LWAPP Data on port 12222 typically handles the exchange of user data packets between APs and controllers, supplementing the control and management communication. This centralized approach helps organizations streamline deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of wireless networks.

Cisco Audio Tunneling

Cisco Audio Session Tunneling is an unofficial protocol used primarily within Cisco collaboration environments to encapsulate audio streams between devices. It facilitates seamless, near real-time voice communication, often as part of proprietary Cisco infrastructures. This port is typically used internally and rarely exposed openly on the internet.

SSMP

The SSMP (Simple Secure Message Protocol) primarily facilitates lightweight, asynchronous message transmission within IoT environments and embedded devices. It is optimized for constrained networks and is often used in unofficial or proprietary implementations, enabling simple messaging with optional minimal security overlays.

Lantronix RS-485 Converter

The Lantronix UDS-10/UDS100 RS-485 to Ethernet Converter facilitates the seamless integration of legacy serial devices into modern TCP/IP networks, enabling remote access and data transmission over Ethernet. Operating typically on port 10001, it acts as a gateway translating serial communications to network protocols, crucial for environments relying on serial-enabled industrial equipment.

Remote WinBatch Control

Port 2212 is primarily associated with Port-A-Pour Remote WinBatch, a proprietary software solution enabling remote management and automation of command scripts on Port-A-Pour systems, typically used in industrial or construction settings. This port facilitates custom automation, scripting, and monitoring for specialized hardware via network connections.

NI FTP

*NI FTP (Network Innovations File Transfer Protocol)* is primarily associated with data transfer services tailored for specialized or embedded systems developed by Network Innovations. Supporting both TCP and UDP transport protocols, NI FTP enables efficient file exchange in proprietary or niche industrial and embedded environments where robust and straightforward communication is key. This port falls under the network and file transfer service category due to its intended purpose.

OLSR

Optimized Link State Routing (OLSR) is a proactive routing protocol designed specifically for mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs). It enables dynamic routing within wireless mesh networks by maintaining updated routing tables with the most efficient paths between nodes. OLSR optimizes communication by minimizing overhead and quickly adapting to changes in network topology.

Indigo Home Automation

Indigo by Perceptive Automation is a Mac-based smart home automation server, which enables users to connect, control, and automate a wide variety of household devices, lighting, sensors, and security systems through a flexible platform. It offers remote management, extensive plugin support, and customizable automation scripting for creating a personalized smart home environment.

Raven RMC

Raven Remote Management Control (RMC) is a proprietary protocol used for the remote monitoring and administration of network devices manufactured under the Raven product line. It facilitates configuration management, diagnostics, and status monitoring of devices deployed in distributed environments where direct physical access is limited. The protocol is commonly used in industrial, commercial, and telecommunications settings that require robust remote device maintenance capabilities.

Efficient Short Remote Operations (ESRO)

Efficient Short Remote Operations (ESRO) is a lightweight application-layer protocol developed to optimize remote procedure calls over networks with real-time constraints. It provides efficient message exchange mechanisms between servers and clients, particularly beneficial for embedded devices or communication channels with limited resources.

Cylon UC32 Control

Port 4950 is designated for Cylon Controls UC32 communication, primarily used in building automation systems for managing HVAC and lighting via control network communications. It facilitates real-time data exchange and command transmission between central controllers and distributed devices to maintain optimal building operations.

UPS Services

Port 401 is primarily used by Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) management systems. These systems use the port to facilitate monitoring, configuration, and control of UPS devices over a network, enabling administrators to maintain power continuity and manage alerts related to power events.

Raven Remote Management

**Raven Remote Management** is a service port designed for remote monitoring and management of equipment deployed primarily in industrial, telecommunication, or IoT settings. It enables users or network operators to remotely configure, monitor, control, and diagnose connected devices, supporting more resilient infrastructure management without requiring direct physical access.

LLRP

The EPCglobal Low Level Reader Protocol (LLRP) is a standardized communication interface for RFID readers, enabling efficient management and data transfer between RFID devices and backend systems. It simplifies interoperability across RFID hardware from different vendors, supporting real-time monitoring and control of RFID operations.

PTP Event Messages

Port 319 is primarily used by the Precision Time Protocol (PTP) to synchronize networked clocks with high precision using event messages. It plays a critical role in environments where accurate timekeeping is essential, such as in telecommunications, financial trading, industrial automation, and power distribution systems.

LWAPP Control

The Light Weight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) Control port, defined in RFC 5412, facilitates communication between lightweight wireless access points (APs) and a centralized wireless LAN controller. Operating primarily over UDP, it supports control plane messaging necessary for secure, scalable management of wireless infrastructures by decoupling management functions from the APs and consolidating configuration and policy enforcement.

IGRS

The Intelligent Grouping and Resource Sharing (IGRS) protocol facilitates seamless interconnection and resource sharing between consumer electronics, PCs, mobile devices, and networked appliances. It aims to enable easy discovery, connectivity, and collaboration across diverse devices found largely in home networks, smart environments, and multimedia setups.

NI-VISA Remote

NI-VISA Remote Port is used primarily by National Instruments' software for remote device management and instrument control over TCP/IP networks. It facilitates communication between remote client applications and VISA-compatible devices, enabling remote configuration, monitoring, and operation of test equipment and laboratory hardware.

PTP General Messages

Port 320 is designated for Precision Time Protocol (PTP) general messages. PTP is widely used to synchronize clocks throughout a computer network, providing highly accurate time coordination required by many industrial, financial, and telecommunication systems. This port commonly handles non-event control and synchronization data enabling devices to maintain alignment essential for distributed processes.

IEEE MMS

IEEE MMS (Manufacturing Message Specification) on port 651 facilitates standardized real-time messaging for industrial automation systems. It is widely used to exchange information between manufacturing equipment and control systems, enabling reliable data transfer and machine interaction in diverse automation environments.

Solar Data Log

Port 4982 is primarily used by Solar Data Log applications, specifically JK client apps designed for monitoring and managing photovoltaic (PV) solar inverters. It enables communication between client devices and solar inverter hardware to facilitate data logging, status updates, and performance management of solar energy systems.

Palmer Performance OBDNet

Palmer Performance OBDNet is a network protocol developed by Palmer Performance Engineering to facilitate diagnostic and telemetry communications with vehicle onboard diagnostic (OBD) systems. It provides a method for specialized automotive diagnostic devices and software to interact with a vehicle's embedded computers over TCP/IP networks such as local Wi-Fi or Ethernet. This port enables data exchange crucial for performance monitoring, fault code reading, and advanced tuning operations.