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From The Desk Of Rick Driscoll
Re: Control Network Equipment from your bed!
Dear Friend,
This is about how to improve your sleep...
Now, you can instantly reboot, start or stop equipment
in remote locations. Control servers,
routers, network equipment and industrial
machinery securely from your web browser.
Eliminate service calls and increase reliability.
Command your power controller using a
friendly web interface or via a dial-up
modem. Change the user-defined graphics
and hyperlinks to customize the web pages.
Programmable web links give you a seamless
control panel tied to all the power controllers
in your enterprise.
If
a device goes down, the power controller
will automatically reboot it with no user
intervention. "Locked-up" devices
are brought back to life instantly. Service calls
are eliminated.
Now you can go back to sleep.
A sequential power-up feature starts
equipment in the right order and prevents circuit
overloads. Dual AC inputs and redundant
power supplies keep the controller running
non-stop 24x7, even if a power circuit is
lost. Front panel switches can lock power
on or off, preventing unexpected shutdowns
or start-ups.
Powerful password security includes separate
administrator and user access levels.
Use the "Auto-Ping" feature to
automatically monitor critical network devices, such as telecom equipment,
servers and routers.
For co-location applications, user
access can be limited to specific plugs.
Call today and try your power controller riskfree.
ETHERNET POWER
CONTROLLER
Remote Reboot via the Web
- Control routers, servers, cell
sites, ATM machines, kiosks, industrial process equipment, HVAC -- any
120V device.
- An internal web server gives
you control from anywhere in the world.
- Front panel switches allow
manual override and immediate control.
- Switch 16 devices on 8 separate
circuits directly from the web or a modem.
- Two
related devices such as a computer and monitor connect easily to the
dual outlets on every circuit.
- Two additional outlets feed unswitched
power to "always-on" devices.
- Two separate power cords on A/B circuits
provide a total of 30 Amps, (over 3,600 watts!) of power in a slim
2-U case.
- Redundant power supplies keep the built-in
web server running, even if a power circuit is lost.
- Enable the "Auto-Ping" feature
to reboot a router, server, or other device automatically, even during
WAN outages.
- Multi-level password security system prevents
unauthorized access.
- User-defined plug labels and web hyperlinks
connect multiple units.
- Remote modem access is available using selected
modems for remote dial-in and secure dial-back. Monitor and control
devices via modem even if a LAN connection is unavailable.
- Two additional serial control ports can
be used to debug and configure remote devices, such as routers.
- A detailed
event logging system with an internal real-time clock monitors system
usage and power outages, a powerful tool for enhancing reliability.
- -48VDC,
220VAC, and dry-contact models are available custom built to your specifications.
Rest
assured with field proven reliability. These
controllers are used worldwide in data centers, industrial, and telecom applications.
Ethernet Power Controller - 8 Channels, 18 Outlets
Remote Reboot via the Web
Controls up to 16 Devices Remotely via Ethernet
16 Switched Outlets, Plus 2 Unswitched
Built-in Web Server For Remote Access
Redundant Power Supply for 24x7 Reliability
Slim 2U Enclosure
Instantly reboot, start or stop equipment in remote locations. Control
servers, routers, network equipment
and industrial machinery securely from your web browser. Eliminate service
calls and increase reliability.
Desciption
After power-up, the controller performs a sequence
of self-tests to ensure reliability. After self-test, the controller requests
an IP address if DHCP has been selected. If DHCP is not used or no
server is located, the fixed IP address on the network settings page
is selected.
The controller may then be operated via a web browser.
To access
the controller, simply enter the IP address in the URL field of your
web browser.
For setup, or in the event of a network outage,
the controller may also be operated from a serial port.
The administrator may choose to assign separate passwords to limit
user access to only certain outlets. This is useful in ISP
environments where the administrator
Outlet Control
Clicking “Outlet Control” links to the home page used for manually
switching outlets on and off.
Access to specific outlets is determined
by your login.
View Log
Clicking “View Log” links to a time stamped event log. This log is
stored in non-volatile memory and is retained by internal battery
backup in the event of a power failure. The event log records logins
and major events.
Settings
Clicking “Settings” links the administrator to a configuration page. This
page is used to set outlet names, power on features, network
settings, user information and passwords.
Help
The Help link displays the latest online manual.
Since features are subject to change without notice, this manual may not
be an exact match for your controller.
Logout
Logout ends the web session. A login is required to reconnect.
Programmable Web Links
Four additional user-defined web links are
provided on the outlet control page. Factory defaults are “Link 1”, “Link 2”, etc. You may
change the name and destination URL for these links on the
“Settings” page. These links are convenient for connecting to other
power controllers or to remote sites.
Switching Outlets On and Off
The outlet control page lets you control any
pair of outlets (except the always-on pair). A master setting also allows
users with security access to switch all outlets on or off. The sequence
in which outlets will be switched on is determined by settings on the Admin
page. To switch an outlet on or off, simply click to the right of the outlet
name or number. Switching is immediate.
You may also “Cycle” a device which is connected to the controller.
This feature is useful for rebooting Ethernet devices which may
interrupt the web link to the controller. Clicking “Cycle” switches power
off, waits a few seconds, and then switches power back on. This
resets the attached device. You may also “cycle” all outlets using the
“Cycle all outlets” button on the bottom of the page.
Depending on your web browser settings, you may need to click the
“refresh” button to update the on-screen status display after changing
settings. Most browsers update automatically after a few seconds.
The view log page records logins and major system
events. If “Auto
Ping” is enabled, a statistical display of the number of pings issued
and received from each device will be displayed. If a device has been
rebooted, the
Web Page Settings
The settings page allows the administrator to configure the power
controller. These settings are supported:
Controller and Outlet Names
Use the controller name fields to assign a Controller Name to the
power controller itself. Examples are “Server Rack Power Strip” or
“Plutonium Refinery Control”. The Controller Name field appears on
the top of the home page. Assign a separate name to each outlet,
such as “SAP Launcher” or “Email Server” to make identification of
each circuit simple.
Power-On Sequence Delay
When a time value is entered in the “All ON sequence delay” field, the
power controller will pause for a period of time before switching each
outlet on in sequence. This delay helps prevent the power surges and
blown circuit breakers which can occur when multiple devices are
switched on simultaneously. A delay of 60 seconds is suggested for
server applications.
You may also enter a screen refresh delay in this section. If “Enable
screen refresh” is checked, and a delay value is entered, your
browser should periodically update the status screen.
Power Loss Recovery Modes
The power loss recovery mode setting has three
settings which take effect after a power failure:
1. You can turn all outlets off (all systems will be switched off
until manually turned on later) by checking the first box.
2. You can automatically turn all outlets on using the “All ON
sequence delay” described above. Check the second option
to do this.
3. You can return to the same outlet settings that were used
prior to the power loss. The “All ON sequence delay” will
also be used in this instance. Check the third option for ALL
ON.
User Defined Links
You may link to other power controllers, your
own web pages, or remote web sites by entering up to four URLs and descriptions
in the
Setup page. For example, enter “Site Two Power Controller” in the
description field with a URL of “192.168.1.250” These links appear on
the home page and are accessible to all users.
Network Settings
A fixed IP address, network mask, gateway, and
subnet mask must be entered in this field.
For most applications, a fixed IP address is preferable. You may also
check a box to use DHCP to automatically assign an IP address if
you have a DHCP server on site. If DHCP is selected and no DHCP
server is detected, the power controller will revert to the fixed IP
address setting.
When changing IP addresses, you may need to restart the unit and
your network switch to validate the new IP on an “auto-configuring”
switch port. Be sure to record the new IP address.
Date and Time
The date and time may be changed on the settings page. Changing
the time does not affect the previous log entries.
Adding Users and Changing Passwords - Admin
The administrator may add users and change
passwords. If a password is forgotten, the admin may view it on the admin
page. If the admin password is lost, the entire unit must be reset to
factory defaults and then reconfigured using the procedure described
on page 4 of the manual.
AutoPing Operation and Settings
AutoPing is an automatic system for rebooting
IP equipment without human intervention. To use AutoPing, first associate
a specific IP address with one or more outlets. Some timing settings should
also be considered.
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Auto-Ping Settings
Add IP Address to Auto-Ping
Use this option to specify the address of an IP device you wish to
monitor. After entering the IP address, the settings page will refresh
and you can select the outlets associated with this address. Use the
checkboxes in the AutoPing section to correlate the IP address to one
or more outlets. If communications to the IP address is lost, these
outlets will be rebooted.
Four parameters are used for AutoPing
operation:
Time between pings
This is the time between each “ping” check of the IP address. 60
seconds should be useful for most applications.
Ping failures before reboot
This sets the number of failed communications attempts that
must be sequentially detected before a system is rebooted. For
example, when set to 5, the target system must fail to respond 5
times in a row before it is rebooted.
Since occasional network
overloads and missed packets can occur during normal network
operation, a number between 5 and 10 pings is recommended.
Times to Attempt Reboot
If you have an unreliable target device, limit the number of times it
will be rebooted by entering that value here. For example,
entering 5 will reboot your server up to 5 times before giving up.
Device Reboot Delay
After rebooting a device with a cold-boot power-off, a waiting
period should occur before the IP address is re-checked byAutoPing. This
delay allows the device to
reboot. Windows and
Linux servers can force automatic file system checks which may
take several minutes to complete. Enter a safe value To allow for
this, enter a time delay in the Device Reboot Delay period. For
example, a reasonable value for a typical Windows server might
be 10 minutes (600 seconds). Entering 600 would cause the
power controller to start checking the server for normal operation
10 minutes after reboot.
Serial Port Settings
In the event of a network failure, the controller
may be accessed via a serial port. The serial port may also be used for
initial setup. Factory default settings are 9600,N,8,1, with no handshake.
Port 3 is the default control port. Many of the basic features, including
outlet control and network setup are available via the serial port.
Three
serial configuration settings are provided:
Baud Rate
Standard rates are provided with a pull-down menu. Use the web
setup page an to select the rate which matches your equipment.
The serial format is N,8,1 (No parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit). All
three ports operate at the same baud rate.
Modem (Control) Port
This sets the port used to access the power controller text menu
system. This is useful in the event of a network failure that could
otherwise make the controller unreachable. The modem port can
also “cross-connect” to the other serial ports for maintenance of
other devices. The default is Port 3.
Modem Initialization String
If power is completely lost (on both circuits),
a string is sent to reinitialize the modem approximately 20 seconds after
power-up.
RS-232 Serial Port Access
Three serial ports are provided. One can be used for external control
from a modem or other serial device. The other ports can connect to
managed serial devices (such as routers, PCs, servers, or other RS-
232 devices). Port 3 is the default control port. Ports 1 & 2 use the
PC standard DTE pinout, with RXD on pin 2, and TXD on pin 3 of the
male DB-9. Port 3 has TXD on pin 2, and RXD on pin 3 of the female
DB-9. Port 3 offers hardware handshaking; ports 1 & 2 do not.
When connected via RS-232, these features are available:
· Login/Logout
· Outlet Control
· View Log
· Change Network Settings
· Cross Connect (to other ports)
Press “?” or HELP after login for a command list. After connecting via
a modem, the administrator can “cross connect” to these two ports to
communicate with the managed devices.
To disconnect from a crossconnection,
type the letters DISC –slowly- with at least 100ms
between each keystroke. All ports operate at the same baud rate,
which is specified on the web Settings page. The modem port can be
set to any of the three ports. Approximately 30 seconds after powerup,
a modem initialization string is automatically sent. A string such
as ATDT 1,555-1212 or AT S0=5 can be used to initialize or dial your
modem.
This feature can also be used in conjunction
with a voicemodem or pager as an alert in the event of a power interruption.
When accessing via a serial port, make sure you have the correct
baud rate. Select no handshaking, N,8,1 format. Log in using the
admin or user password. You may log in only to the port selected as “modem
port” in the setup menu. The
other two ports operate as
loop-through ports when selecting the cross connect option.
Command your power controller using a friendly
web interface or via a dial-up modem. Change the
user-defined graphics and hyperlinks to customize the web pages. Programmable
web links give you a
seamless control panel tied to all the power controllers in your enterprise.
A sequential power-up feature starts equipment
in the right order and prevents circuit overloads. Dual AC
inputs and redundant power supplies keep the controller running non-stop
24x7, even if a power circuit is
lost. Front panel switches can lock power on or off, preventing unexpected
shutdowns and start-ups. Three
serial ports provide remote modem access.
A cross-connect feature lets
you remotely manage Routers,
Sun or Unix systems with RS-232 console ports.
A powerful "AutoPing" system monitors your servers, routers and other ethernet
devices. When a fault is
detected, the device is automatically rebooted. No more midnight service
calls!
Password security
includes separate administrator and user access levels. For co-location
applications, user access can be
limited to specific plugs.
Control, routers, servers, cell sites, ATM machines, kiosks, industrial
process equipment, HVAC -- any
120V device.
An internal web server gives you control from
anywhere in the world. Front panel switches allow manual override and immediate
control. Switch 16 devices on 8 separate circuits directly from the web
or a modem. Power two related devices
(such as a computer and monitor) from each switch.
Two additional outlets feed unswitched power
to "always-on" devices.
For Redundant Power Supplies
Two separate power cords on A/B circuits provide
a total of 30 Amps (over 3600 watts!) of power in a
2U case.
Redundant power supplies keep the built-in web server running, even if
a power circuit is lost.
Multi-level password security system prevents
unauthorized access. User-defined plug labels and web hyperlinks connect
multiple units. A detailed event log with battery backup and an internal
real-time clock monitor usage and enhance
reliability.
In stock now
110V and 220V models are typically in stock.
48V and dry-contact models are custom built to your specifications.
Rest
assured with field proven reliability. These controllers are used worldwide
in data centers, industrial, and telecom applications.
Ethernet Power Controller - 8 Channels, 18 Outlets
Remote Reboot via the Web
Controls up to 16 Devices Remotely via Ethernet
16 Switched Outlets, Plus 2 Unswitched
Built-in Web Server For Remote Access
Redundant Power Supply for 24x7 Reliability
Slim 2U Enclosure
Instantly reboot, start or stop equipment in remote locations. Control
servers, routers, network equipment
and industrial machinery securely from your web browser. Eliminate service
calls and increase reliability.
Command your power controller using a friendly web interface or via a
dial-up modem.
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