The HiQnet system is a flexible and intelligent system.   The HiQnet protocol is versatile enough to traverse any transport methodology - current HiQnet compatible devices employ serial, USB and Ethernet connectivity.   In addition, HiQnet's compliance with the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) standard enables HiQnet devices automatically to negotiate HiQnet network addresses between themselves and device IP address assignment when on an Ethernet network making the HiQnet system truly plug and play.