Western Telematic IPS-1600 User's Manual
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1. 5 1 5 2 Communicating with the IPS 5 2 5 2 1 Accessing the Web Browser Interface 5 2 5 2 2 Accessing the Text Interface 0 5 3 5 3 Configuration Menus oi aane o gece EIA row ne ua BAN a Bead Mia AMES 5 5 5 3 1 The General Parameters Menus 5 6 5 3 2 The Serial Parameters Menu eee 5 9 5 3 3 Plug Parameters Menus eee 5 11 5 3 3 1 Plug Passwords and Co Location Features 5 12 5 3 3 2 The Boot Sequence Delay Period 5 13 5 3 4 Network Parameters Menus 5 14 5 3 4 1 IP Security Feature 0 0 0 eee eee 5 16 5 3 5 The Telnet Parameters Menus 5 18 5 3 6 Web Server Parameters Menus 5 19 5 4 Save Configuration Parameters 5 20 6 OPCratim seep ere reion AoE EEEE e 6 1 6 1 Operation via the Web Browser Interface 6 1 6 1 1 The Plug Status Screen2. Figure 5 4 General Parameters Menu Text Interface e User Name Optional The User Name allows you to set up an additional layer of security for web access to command mode by requiring that users correctly enter a name in addition to a password Note that the User Name is only required when the unit is accessed via the Web Browser Interface Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes e Ifa User Name is defined then users who login with a Plug Password User Mode will also need to enter this same User Name at the login prompt when attempting to access command mode via the Web Browser Interface The User Name cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The User Name cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks or quotation marks e Site ID Defines a brief text message which can describe the location of the IPS unit Up to 32 characters Default undefined Notes The Site ID Message cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The Site ID Message cannot include non printable characters or quotation marks Command Echo When enabled ASCII commands sent via the Text Interface will be echoed back allowing keystrokes to be displayed This feature applies only to the Text Interface and has no visible effect on the Web Browser Interface Default On 5 7 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 5 8 Inactivi
3. b Text Interface Type X and press Enter This completes the introductory overview of the IPS Internet Power Switch Please proceed to Section 4 and Section 5 for complete installation and configuration procedures 3 5 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 3 6 4 Installation This Section provides further details regarding installation of the IPS unit 4 1 Power Supply Connection Use the supplied power cords to connect the IPS unit to an appropriate power supply Note that the IPS s Master Power Switch must be On in order for the unit to operate cautions M e Before attempting to install this unit please review the warnings and cautions listed at the front of the user s guide e This device should only be operated with the type of power source indicated on the instrument nameplate If you are not sure of the type of power service available please contact your local power company e Reliable earthing grounding of this unit must be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections when connecting to power strips rather than directly to the branch circuit 4 1 1 Installing the Cable Keepers The IPS includes cable keepers which are designed to prevent the power supply cables from being accidentally disconnected from the unit IPS 1600 and IPS 1600 CE Sixteen plug units include pre installed cable keepers When attaching the power supply cables to the unit first swing
4. Configuration F http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer loj x Toos Hep EAE Fle Edt View Favorites Tools Help UU 28 INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SETUP SELECT A PLUG Plug 01 undefined PLUG 01 PARAMETERS General Parameters Plug Parameters Serial Parameters Network Parameters Name Telnet Parameters Password Beh sooo eena Confirm Password Save Parameters Boot Seq Delay Switch Panel Legour Cancel Figure 5 7 Plug Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface PLUG 1 PARAMETERS 1 Plug Name undefined 2 Password undefined 3 Boot Seq Delay 1 Sec Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 8 Plug Parameters Menu Text Interface Plug 1 Shown 5 3 3 Plug Parameters Menus The Plug Parameters Menus are used to define Plug Names Plug Passwords and boot sequence delay times for each of the IPS s Switched AC Outlets e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus then click the Plug Parameters button The Plug Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 7 Text Interface Type P nand then press Enter Where n is the number or name of the plug you wish to configure The Plug Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 8 Note that in this case the major difference between the Web Browser
5. IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Internet Power Switch v1 40h Site ID undefined Plug Name Password undefined undefined undefined undefined M undefined 5 Secs undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined 5 Secs undefined 5 Secs undefined l l l l undefined undefined 5 Secs l l l l for help Figure 5 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown c Via Network The IPS includes a default IP address 192 168 168 168 which allows you to contact the unit from any network node on the same subnet When the IPS is installed in a working network environment it is recommended to redefine the IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address as described in Section 5 3 3 i Telnet to the IPS s IP address For example if the IP address is 192 168 168 168 then on a UNIX system the Telnet command would be telnet 192 168 168 168 Enter ii Ifthe Telnet connection is refused this may mean that either the IP Security feature has denied the connection See Section 5 3 4 1 or that the unit is operating on a 100Base T network that does not autosense for 10Base T devices see Section 4 4 2 Password Ifthe System Password has been defined the unit will display the Password Prompt Key in either the System Password or Plug Password and press Enter If the System Password has not been defined the
6. a Web Browser Interface Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser Enter the IPS s default IP address 192 168 168 168 in your browser address bar and then press Enter A password prompt will be displayed Since at this point the user name and password have not yet been defined you can simply click OK without keying in a user name or password The Plug Status Screen will be displayed as shown in Figure 3 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 3 4 b Text Interface i Via Telnet Telnet to the IPS s default IP address 192 168 168 168 The Plug Status Screen Figure 3 2 should be displayed ii Via Local PC Start your communications program e g Hyperterminal and then press Enter The Plug Status Screen should be displayed as shown in Figure 3 2 The default communications parameters for the COM Port are 9600 bps No Parity 8 data bits One stop bit iii Via Modem Use your communications program to dial the number for the phone line which is connected to your external modem Note that in order to communicate with the unit via modem you must first access the command mode via Network or Local PC and use the Serial Parameters Menu to set the Port Mode to Modem as described in Section 5 3 2 Test Switching Functions You may wish to perform the following tests in order to make certain that the IPS is responding to commands a Reboot Outlet If you are communicating with the unit via the Web Browser Int
7. Circuit Breaker e Models IPS 800 CE amp IPS 1600 CE 208 240 VAC Power Inlet 10 Amp Circuit Breaker Bus B Power Inlet and Circuit Breaker An IEC 320 C14 AC inlet and circuit breaker which supply power to the Circuit B outlets Also includes cable keeper not shown Includes the same components listed in Item 1 above 2 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Bus A Switched Plugs and Plug Indicators AC Outlets that can be switched On Off or rebooted in response to user commands IPS 800 Four 100 120 VAC NEMA 5 15 Outlets with indicator lights 15 Amps Total Load e IPS 1600 Eight 100 120 VAC NEMA 5 15 Outlets with indicator lights 15 Amps Total Load IPS 800 CE Four 208 240 VAC IEC 320 C13 Outlets with indicator lights 10 Amps Total Load IPC 1600 CE Eight 208 240 VAC IEC 320 C13 Outlets with indicator lights 10 Amps Total Load Bus B Switched Plugs and Plug Indicators AC Outlets that can be switched On Off or rebooted in response to user commands Includes same components listed in item 3 above Default Button This button can be used to either reset the unit to default parameters or manually toggle all plugs On or Off Default Parameters With the Master I O Switch Master Power Switch set in the Off position press and hold the Default Button then set the Master I O Switch in the On position and release the Default Button All menu defined parameters will be reset
8. Do Not Enter Disconnect Power If any of the following events are noted immediately disconnect the unit from the outlet and contact qualified service personnel 1 Ifthe power cord becomes frayed or damaged 2 If liquid has been spilled into the device or if the device has been exposed to rain or water Two Power Supply Cables Note that this unit includes two separate power circuits with a power supply cable for each circuit Before attempting to service or remove this unit please make certain that both power cables are disconnected IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide FCC Part 15 Regulation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase t
9. Figures 2 1 IPS 800 Back Panel 120 VAC Model Shown 2 1 2 2 IPS 1600 Back Panel 120 VAC Model Shown 2 1 3 1 Plug Status Screen Web Browser Interface IPS 800 Shown 3 3 3 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown 3 3 5 1 Plug Status Screen Web Browser Interface IPS 800 Shown 5 2 5 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown 5 4 5 3 General Parameters Menu Web Browser Interfac e 5 6 5 4 General Parameters Menu Text Interface cece nee 5 7 5 5 Serial Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 9 5 6 Serial Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 9 5 7 Plug Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface eee eee 5 11 5 8 Plug Parameters Menu Text Interface Plug 1 Shown 5 11 5 9 Network Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 14 5 10 Network Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 14 5
10. Outlets Load 10 Amps per Circuit providing a Total of 20 amps for both circuits Control Ports Ethernet Port 10Base T e COM Port DB9M RS232C DTE e RS232 Coding Serial ASCII 7 8 Bits Physical Environmental e Size Models IPS 800 amp IPS 800 CE Width 17 5 44 5 cm Standard Rack Depth 7 0 17 8 cm Height 1 75 4 5 cm 1 Rack U e Size Models IPS 1600 amp IPS 1600 CE Width 17 5 44 5 cm Standard Rack Depth 7 0 17 8 cm Height 3 5 8 9 cm 2 Rack U Shipping Weight Models IPS 800 amp IPS 800 CE 10 lbs 4 5 Kg Models IPS 1600 amp IPS 1600 CE 12 lbs 5 5 Kg Operating Temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C e Humidity 10 90 RH Apx 2 Appendices C Customer Service Customer Service hours are from 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM PST PDT Monday through Friday When calling please be prepared to give the name and model of the unit its serial number and a description of its symptoms If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service WTI Customer Service 5 Sterling Irvine California 92618 Toll Free Service Line 1 888 280 7227 Local Phone 949 586 9950 Service Fax 949 457 8138 Email service wti com Apx 3 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Trademark and Copyright Information WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telem
11. Save Configuration Parameters The IPS offers two methods for saving parameters Saving to Memory and Saving to an ASCII File Saving parameters to memory ensures that your user defined configuration will remain intact if power to the IPS is temporarily interrupted After the configuration menus have been used to change parameters the IPS will prompt you to save parameters before exiting from command mode At this point the IPS offers the options to Save parameters continue without saving or revert to the previously saved parameters Saving Parameters to an ASCII file allows you to create a backup of your currently defined configuration As described in Section 7 this provides quick recovery in the event that the unit is accidentally reset to default parameters and also allows you to copy parameters to other IPS units when several units need to be configured with the same parameters Notes e After new Parameters have been applied the IPS will display a Save prompt In the Web Browser Interface this prompt appears when you leave the configurations menus In the Text Interface the Save prompt appears when you disconnect from the unit At this point you have the option of saving new parameters to memory continuing without saving or reverting to previously saved parameters If parameters have not been saved and if power to the IPS is interrupted newly defined parameters will be lost When power is restored the unit wil
12. configuration functions c Ifthe System Password has not been defined simply click the OK button without keying in a name or password If a valid password is entered the Plug Status Screen will appear 5 2 2 Accessing the Text Interface The Text Interface can be accessed via Network modem or local PC In order to access the Text Interface your installation must include the following e Access Via Network The IPS must be connected to your TCP IP Network and your PC must include a communications program such as Hyperterminal Access Via Modem An external modem must be connected to the IPS RS232 COM Port and a phone line must be connected to the external modem Your PC Must include a communications program Access Via Local PC Your local PC must be connected to the IPS RS232 COM Port The local PC must include a communications program To access command mode via the Text Interface proceed as follows 1 The IPS is transparent to parity and will accept 7 or 8 bit characters but will always answer back at 8 bits no parity Make certain your communication program is set for the appropriate baud rate bits parity and Communications Port a Via Modem Start your communications program Dial the external modem connected to the IPS Wait for the Connect message then proceed to Step 2 b Via Local PC Start your communications program and press Enter Wait for the connect message then proceed to Step 2 5 3
13. other options e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the General Parameters button The General Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 3 Text Interface Type G and press Enter The General Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 4 The General Parameters Menus allow you to define the following parameters e System Password The IPS will display a password prompt when you attempt to access command mode When the System Password is entered at log on the System Mode will be active allowing access to both switching functions and configuration menus Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes e Ifthe System Password is not defined then the IPS will always start up in System Mode and configuration functions will then be available to anyone who accesses command mode The System Password cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The System Password cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks or quotation marks Configuration GENERAL PARAMETERS System Password undefined User Name undefined Site ID undefined Command Echo On Inactivity Timeout 2 Mins Command Confirmation On Automated Mode Off Manual Switch Button On Command Prompt IPS 1 2 Sa 4 5 6 i 8 9 p Default Parameters Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit
14. you wish to define and follow the instructions in the resulting submenu Note the following To exit from a parameters menu press the Esc key The following sections describe options and parameters that can be accessed via each of the configuration menus Please note that essentially the same selection of parameters and options are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface Note Configuration menus are only available when the System Mode is active Configuration menus are not available if you have logged in using a Plug Password 5 5 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide F http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fie Edit View Favorites Tools Help x Lks S gt ae wues INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SETUP General Parameters Plug Parameters Serial Parameters Network Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters Save Parameters Switch Panel Log Out Figure 5 3 General Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 3 1 The General Parameters Menus GENERAL PARAMETERS System Password Confirm System Password User Name Site ID Command Echo Inactivity Timeout Command Confirmation Automated Mode Manual Switch Button Command Prompt The General Parameters Menus allow you to select parameters such as the System Password User Name Site I D and
15. 11 IP Security Menu Text Interface 5 16 5 12 Telnet Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 18 5 13 Telnet Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 18 5 14 Web Server Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 19 5 15 Web Server Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 19 6 1 Plug Status Menu Web Browser Interface IPS 800 Shown 6 2 6 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown 6 3 6 3 The IPS Help Screen Text Interface eee 6 4 Ach COM Port Interfaces lt 5 iss cia ois seeks owed Apx 1 1 Introduction Electronic equipment sometimes locks up requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot The IPS 800 1600 Series Internet Power Switches give you the ability to perform this function from anywhere just point your browser to the IPS s IP address enter the secure password and you re just a click away from remote power On Off or Reboot Intelligent Power Control In addition to web browser access the IPS can also communicate over any TCP IP network using standard Telnet or out of band using an external modem an
16. 2 2 6 5 6 2 7 2 2 2 4 2 Apx 1 5 20 7 1 8 1 5 16 5 1 5 15 5 9 to 5 10 Apx 1 5 10 5 10 5 10 5 10 Apx 3 5 18 5 19 5 7 Apx 2 2 2 5 10 5 15 5 15 6 7 2 2 4 2 5 13 Switching Plugs Text Interface 6 4 to 6 5 Web Browser Interface 6 2 System Mode 5 1 System Password 5 6 T Tech Support Apx 3 Telnet Enable 5 18 Port Number 5 18 Telnet Parameters 5 18 to 5 19 Telnet Service 5 18 Text Interface 5 3 to 5 4 6 3 to 6 5 Timeout 5 8 U Upgrade Firmware 8 1 to 8 2 User Mode 5 1 User Name 5 7 User Name Prompt 5 3 Ww Warnings and Cautions i 5 2 to 5 3 6 1 to 6 2 5 19 Web Browser Interface Web Server Parameters Index 2 Notes Notes 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Notes Notes 2 LIL E O western 0 telematic inc 5 Sterling Irvine California 92618 949 586 9950 Toll Free 1 300 854 7226 Fax 949 583 9514 http www wti com
17. Enter The Serial Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 6 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide As shown in Figure 5 5 and Figure 5 6 the Serial Parameters Menus allow you to define the following parameters 5 10 Baud Rate Baud Rate for the IPS COM Port Default 9600 bps Note When this setting is changed the new baud rate will not be applied until the user exits and then re enters command mode Data The Data Bits setting for the IPS COM Port Default 8 Bits Parity The parity setting for the IPS COM Port Default None Stop The Stop Bits setting for the IPS COM Port Default 1 Bit Port Mode Sets up the serial COM RS232 Port for use with either a local PC or an external modem Note that when the Port Mode is set to Modem the modem initialization string will be sent every 15 minutes Default Console Modem Initialization String Defines a command string up to 32 characters long which can be sent out the serial COM Port to initialize an external modem Ifthe Port Mode is set to Console the modem initialization string will not be sent For more information on initialization commands please refer to the user s guide for your modem Default ATEOM0Q1 amp C1 amp D2S0 1 Notes e The Modem Initialization String cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The Modem Initialization String cannot include non printable characters or quotation marks
18. General Parameters Plug Parameters Port Number Serial Parameters Network Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters Save Parameters Switch Panel Log Out Figure 5 14 Web Server Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface WEB SERVER 1 Service On 2 Server Port 80 Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 15 Web Server Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 6 Web Server Parameters Menus The Web Server Parameters Menus are used to configure the internal web server which allows the unit to be operated via the Web Browser Interface Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus and then click the Web Server Parameters button The Web Server Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 14 Text Interface Type W and press Enter The Web Server Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 15 The Web Server Parameters Menu allows you to define the following e Service Enables Disables the IPS s Web Server Note that when the Web Server is disabled you will not be able to communicate via the Web Browser Interface Default On Port Number Sets the TCP IP Port Number The Port Number can be set to any valid number except 23 this is because 23 is the default port number that is used for communication with the unit via Telnet Default 80 5 19 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 5 4
19. Interface and Text Interface is that the Web Browser Interface allows you to select parameters for all plugs from a single menu whereas the Text Interface includes a separate menu for each plug 5 11 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide The Plug Parameters Menu allows you to define the following parameters Plug Name Assigns a name to the plug Up to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes The Plug Name cannot begin with a number the underscore character _ the forward slash character or the backslash character The Plug Name cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks colons the plus symbol or quotation marks Plug Password Assigns a password to the plug When this password is entered at login the user will be able to issue commands to this plug and any other plug that shares the same password as this plug as described in Section 5 3 3 1 Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes The Plug Password cannot begin with the forward slash character or the backslash character The Plug Passwords cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks or quotation marks Boot Seq Delay When more than one plug is switched On Off or a reboot cycle is initiated the Boot Sequence delay determines how much time will elapse between switching operations as described in Section 5 3 3 2 Default 0 5 Second 5 3 3 1 Plug P
20. Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 255 255 255 Mask 2 Action Permit Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP addresses Mask 2 then grants access to all addresses that begin with 192 Example 3 Allow access only by addresses that begin with 192 deny access to 192 1 1 5 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255 Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 255 255 255 Mask 2 Action Permit Security Mask 3 192 1 1 5 Mask 3 Action Deny Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP addresses Mask 2 then grants access to all addresses that begin with 192 Finally Mask 3 specifically blocks access by 192 1 1 5 Note e Mask 5 has priority over the other four masks If Mask 5 is set to deny access by 255 255 255 255 all wild cards you will not be able to access IPS Command Mode via network Access will only be allowed via a Local PC or external modem connected to the IPS COM Port e When using the wild card address 255 255 255 255 make certain that at least one higher priority mask permits access by your IP address 5 17 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 4 http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fie Edt View Favorites Tools Help UU 28 INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SETUP TELNET PARAMETERS Service General Parameters Plug Parameters Port Number Serial Parameters Network Parameters Cancel Web Server Parameters
21. PS or NBB Default IPS Configuration A http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer E p loj x Fie Edt View Favorites Tools Hep wula INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SETUP SERIAL PARAMETERS Baud Rate 9600 General Parameters Plug Parameters Data 8 Bit z Parity None Network Parameters Stop 1 Bit gt Telnet Parameters Port Mode Console Web Server Parameters Modem Init String ATEOMOQ1 amp C1 amp D2S0 1 Save Parameters Switch Panel Apply Cancel Log Out Figure 5 5 Serial Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface SERIAL PARAMETERS Baud Rate 9600 Data 8 Bit Parity None Stop 1 Bit Port Mode Console Modem Init Str ATEOM0Q1 amp C1 amp D2S0 1 Enter selection Press lt ESC gt to return to previous menu Figure 5 6 Serial Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 2 The Serial Parameters Menu The Serial Parameters Menus are used to configure the IPS s serial COM Port and allow you to select parameters such as the Baud Rate Parity and Modem Initialization String To access the Serial Parameters Menu proceed as follows e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the Serial Parameters button The Serial Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 5 Text Interface Type C and press
22. S accepts incoming IP connections from all hosts To configure the IP Security feature proceed as follows 1 Access the IP Security Menu a Web Browser Interface The IP Security feature is configured using the fields at the bottom of the Network Parameters Menu as shown in Figure 5 9 b Text Interface Go to the Network Parameters menu N type 5 and press Enter The IP Security menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 11 2 The IP Security menu lists five IP Security masks along with the selected permit deny action for each mask a Each Security Mask prompt defines a specific IP address or range of addresses Each Mask Action prompt defines the permit deny action for the corresponding mask b Masks are listed in order of ascending priority Mask 1 has the lowest priority Mask 5 has the highest priority c Masks have a cumulative effect high priority masks supersede the effect of lower priority masks d Each IP Address consists of a series of four eight bit numbers The number 255 is used as a wild card 5 16 Configuration Example 1 Deny access to all hosts except 192 1 1 5 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255 Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 1 1 5 Mask 2 Action Permit Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP Addresses Mask 2 then specifically grants access to 192 1 1 5 only Example 2 Allow access only by addresses that begin with 192 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255
23. Save Parameters Switch Panel Log Out Figure 5 12 Telnet Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface TELNET PARAMETERS 1 Service On 2 Telnet Port 23 Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 13 Telnet Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 5 The Telnet Parameters Menus The Telnet Parameters Menus are used to enable disable Telnet access to the IPS command mode and select the TCP port for Telnet connections e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus and then click the Telnet Parameters button to display the menu shown in Figure 5 12 Text Interface Type T and press Enter The Telnet Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 13 The Telnet Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be defined Please note that all parameters listed here are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface Service Enables Disables Telnet communication with the IPS unit When this item is Off user s will not be able to contact the unit via Telnet Default On Port Number Selects the TCP IP port number that will be used for Telnet connections Default 23 5 18 Configuration A http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer F loj xj Fie Edt view Favorites Toos Hep Links amp gt 4 LOCATION undefined SETUP WEB SERVER PARAMETERS Service
24. WTI Part No 13506 Rev A IPS 800 1600 Series Internet Power Switches Models IPS 800 IPS 800 CE IPS 1600 IPS 1600 CE Model IPS 1600 User s Guide U e O western 0 telematic inc Warnings and Cautions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SECURE RACKING If Secure Racked units are installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly they may require further evaluation by Certification Agencies The following items must be considered 1 The ambient within the rack may be greater than room ambient Installation should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised The maximum temperature for the equipment in this environment is 45 C Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient 2 Installation should be such that a hazardous stability condition is not achieved due to uneven loading INPUT SUPPLY Check nameplate ratings to assure there is no overloading of supply circuits that could have an effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring GROUNDING Reliable earthing of this equipment must be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections when connecting to power strips rather than direct connections to the branch circuit No Serviceable Parts Inside Authorized Service Personnel Only Do not attempt to repair or service this device yourself Internal components must be serviced by authorized personnel only Shock Hazard
25. Web Browser Interface 6 1 6 2 Operation via the Text Interface 6 3 6 2 1 The Plug Status Screen Text Interface 6 3 6 2 2 Boot On Off Commands Text Interface 6 4 6 2 3 Applying Commands to Several Plugs Text Interface 6 5 6 3 Logging Out of Command Moceb 6 6 6 4 The Automated Mode 6 6 6 5 Manual Operation soa 06 cede Ga ace Rie eee ds Abe oes eds 6 8 7 Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters 7 1 7 1 Sending Parameters toa File 7 1 7 2 Restoring Saved Parameters 7 2 8 Upgrading the IPS Firmware ccc cece cece cece 8 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Appendices A Interface Description 0 cc cece cece eee e eee eeeeeeeeees Apx l A l Serial COM RS232 Port Interface eee Apx 1 B Specifications ccc cece cece ne eee REEEE EES Apx 2 C Customer Service 20 cc cece cece cece Apx 3 ndk eraann Sle wee a plead dea oe die doles Index 1 List of
26. applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 e Users who login to command mode using a Plug password will only be allowed to issue commands to the plugs allowed by that password 6 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide E Western Telematic Inc Internet Power Switch Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edit View Favorites Tools Help UU BA INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 40h Plug Name 1 undefined undefined undefined Boot A 2 6 undefined undefined undefined 8 undefined 2 3 4 undefined 5 6 7 All Plugs Setup Log Out D 5 fi g Apply Cancel Figure 6 1 Plug Status Menu Web Browser Interface IPS 800 Shown 3 Switching Plugs On To switch one or more plugs On click the On radio button next to the desired plug s then click Apply a To switch all Plugs On click the On radio button in the All Plugs row then Click Apply b The IPS will display a screen indicating that the operation is in progress and then return to the Plug Status Screen which should now show that selected plugs are On 4 Switching Plugs Off To switch one or more plugs Off click the Off radio button next to the desired plug s and then click Apply a To switch all Plugs Off click the Off radio button in the All Plugs row and then Click Apply b The IPS will display a screen indicating that the operatio
27. asswords and Co Location Features The Plug Passwords allow you to determine which plugs an individual user will be permitted to control When a plug password is entered at the login prompt the user will be able to issue On Off Reboot commands for the corresponding plug and every other plug that shares this same password For example if the password switch is defined for plugs 1 2 and 3 then a user who logs into command mode using the password switch will only be allowed to issue commands to plugs 1 2 and 3 but will not be allowed to issue commands to the remaining plugs Note that Plug Passwords do not allow access to configuration menus and users are only allowed to view the status of plugs permitted by their password 5 12 Configuration 5 3 3 2 The Boot Sequence Delay Period The Boot Sequence Delay value will be applied differently for Reboot operations as opposed to simple On Off operations as described below 1 Reboot Cycles a Single Plug The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the plug will remain Off before it is switched back On again b Several Plugs The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the plug will remain Off and also how long the IPS will pause before proceeding to the next plug 2 On Off Switching The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the IPS will pause before proceeding to the next plug Examples Assume that a user is only allowed access to plugs one through four and that th
28. atic Incorporated All other product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks of their respective companies Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of Western Telematic Inc Such information and descriptions may not be copied disseminated or distributed without the express written consent of Western Telematic Incorporated Copyright Western Telematic Inc 2005 All rights reserved February 2005 WTI Part Number 13506 Rev A Apx 4 index 100Base T 10Base T A Activity Indicator Automated Mode B Baud Rate Boot Sequence Delay Bus A and B c Cable Keepers Circuit Breaker Co Location Features Command Confirmation Command Echo Command Mode Access Logging Out Command Prompt COM Port Connecting a Modem Connecting a PC Configuration General Parameters Menus Network Parameters Plug Parameters Restoring Saving Saving Parameters Serial Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Confirmation Prompt Console Port Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Contact Information Customer Service Data Bits Default Button Default IP Address Delay Period Deny 4 2 4 2 2 2 5 8 6 6 to 6 7 5 10 5 12 to 5 13 2 1 4 1 2 1 5 12 5 8 6 7 5 7 5 2 to 5 4 6 6 5 8 2 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 5 1 to 5 20 5 6 to 5 9 5 5 to 5 19 5 14 to 5 15 5 11 to 5 12 7 2 7 1 5 20 5 9 5 18 5 19 5 8 2 2 4 2 Apx 1 5 10 5 10 5 10 Error Messages E
29. ation or discuss advanced operating features For more information please refer to the Installation Configuration and Operation sections in this User s Guide 3 1 Hardware Installation 3 1 1 Apply Power to the IPS Refer to power rating nameplate on the IPS back panel and then connect the IPS unit to an appropriate power source The IPS 800 and IPS 1600 should be connected to a 100 to 115 VAC power supply and the IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE should be connected to a 208 to 240 VAC power supply CAUTION Prior to connecting power to the unit make certain to review the Safety Precautions listed in the beginning of this User s Guide 1 Note that the IPS features two separate AC inputs connect the power cables supplied with the unit to the unit s Bus A and Bus B Power Inlets then connect the cables to an appropriate power supply e Models IPS 800 and IPS 1600 will support up to 15 Amps maximum per power circuit for a total of 30 Amps Models IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE will support up to 10 Amps maximum per power circuit for a total of 20 Amps 2 Set the Master I O Switch in the ON position the ON LED should light and the RDY LED should begin to flash This indicates that the IPS is ready to receive commands 3 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 3 1 2 Connect your PC to the IPS The IPS can either be controlled by a local PC that communicates with the unit via cable controlled via external modem or controlled
30. d basic VT100 type terminal emulation Security Features and Co Location Features To ensure security web browser access requires the user to enter an assigned user name and password Password transmitted via web browser use basic 64 bit encryption techniques to assure secure access to your equipment The IPS provides two levels of operational passwords the System Administrator Level which allows access to all configuration and switching functions and the User Level which only allows access to assigned plugs and cannot be used to change unit configuration In addition to password security features the IPS also includes an address specific IP security mask which can be employed to prevent unauthorized network access to the IPS command mode Easy to Configure Easy to Use The IPS can be configured over the network via modem or locally via the IPS COM port Easy to use commands let you assign a location name set system parameters and view plug status Outlets can be switched On Off or booted using plug numbers or names Reliability and Support The IPS is built in the USA and backed by a two year warranty NetReach products are installed in thousands of network sites world wide Our customers know they can depend on WTI for superior quality and reliability for their most mission critical operations 1 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide IPS 800 IPS 1600 IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE Units This User s Guide discuss
31. e Boot Sequence Delays for each plug have been set as follows Plug 1 1 Second Plug 2 2 Seconds Plug 3 5 Seconds Plug 4 1 Minute If the user applies an On command to all four plugs the IPS will respond as follows Turn On Plug 1 Wait 1 Second Turn On Plug 2 Wait 2 Seconds Turn On Plug 3 Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Plug 4 a Ifa Reboot Command is applied to Plug 3 the IPS will respond as follows 1 Turn Off Plug 3 Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Plug 3 If a Reboot Command is applied to all four plugs the IPS will respond as follows Turn Off all four plugs short delay between plugs Wait 1 Second Turn On Plug 1 Wait 1 Second Wait 2 Seconds Turn On Plug 2 Wait 2 Seconds Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Plug 3 Wait 5 Seconds Wait 1 Minute Turn on Plug 4 Gree Di 5 13 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide A http 207 212 30 88 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fie Edit View Favorites Tools Help mules INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SETUP General Parameters Plug Parameters Serial Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters NETWORK PARAMETERS IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address Send MSS Security 1 207 212 3088 255 255 255 0 207 212 30 1 536 Mask Save Parameters Action Switch Panel Security 2 Log Out Mask Permit Action Security 3 Mask Action Permit gt Secur
32. e IPS via telnet the unit s IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address will not be changed until after you exit from command mode At this point saved parameters should have been restored to the IPS unit Check the Plug Status Screen General Parameters Menu Plug Parameters Menu and Network Parameters Menu to make certain that saved parameters have been accurately restored 7 2 3 Upgrading the IPS Firmware When new improved versions of the IPS firmware become available the Upgrade Firmware function can be used to update the unit Updates can be installed via the Console Port or Network Port Notes The upgrade procedure can only be performed via the Text Interface e All other network ports will be disabled during the firmware upgrade procedure e When the upgrade procedure is complete all parameters will be set to their default states Therefore it is recommended to save IPS configuration parameters to an ASCII file as described in Section 7 before beginning this upgrade procedure 1 Obtain the update file Firmware modifications can either be mailed to the customer on a CDR or downloaded from WTI Place the upgrade CDR in your disk drive or copy the file to your hard drive 2 Access the IPS command mode via the Text Interface When the password prompt is displayed key in the System Level Password 3 When the command prompt appears type U and press Enter The IPS will display a screen which offers the
33. e toutes les exigences du Reglement Canadien sur le materiel brouilleur This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications Table of Contents Introduction i sss ee suns m 1 1 Unit Description see eisg 0 cece cece 2 1 Q ick Start scots 3 550 Ssd basse Sawa Sipps a aa oa A Scns we a Seats wie Ga aed SEA ace 3 1 3 1 Hardware Installation Wide 3 1 3 1 1 Apply Power to the IPS 2 eee eee 3 1 3 1 2 Connect your PC to the IPS ns ni e r eee eee 3 2 3 2 Communicating with the IPS eee eee 3 2 4 Installation sians erste Geiss naa lt ene Salad dais SEES Sales Tigao wa ee 08 4 1 4 1 Power Supply Connection eee 4 1 4 1 1 Installing the Cable Keepers eee eee 4 1 4 2 Connection to Switched Outlets 4 2 4 3 Serial COM RS232 Port Connection 4 2 4 3 1 Connecting a Local PC 1 0 eee eee 4 2 4 3 2 Connecting an External Modem 4 2 4 4 Connecting the Network Cable 4 2 5S Configuratio secese ole 6 ede Sai Soh esas 5 1 5 1 System Mode and User Mode
34. enus which may be accessed via TCP IP network Local PC or modem Note The IPS features a default IP Address 192 168 168 168 and a default Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 This allows initial network access to command mode without first setting up the unit s network parameters providing that you are contacting the IPS from a node on the same subnet When attempting to access the IPS from a node that is not on the same subnet please refer to the User s Guide for further configuration instructions 3 2 Quick Start 2 western Telematic Inc Internet Power Switch Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Tools Help Links gt UU 28 INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 40h Plug Name Boot 1 undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined 2 All Plugs Setup Log Out Internet Power Switch v1 40h Site ID undefined Password undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined H for help IPS gt Figure 3 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown 1 Access the Command Mode This procedure differs slightly depending on whether you re contacting the IPS via the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface
35. erface select the button in the Boot column for Plug 1 and then click on Apply If you are operating the unit via the Text interface type BOOT 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Plug 1 should go off pause for a moment and then go back on indicating that the boot cycle has been successfully completed b Switch Outlet Off From the Web Browser Interface select the button in the Off column for Plug 1 and then click Apply From the Text Interface type OFF 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Plug 1 should go Off indicating that the command has been successfully completed Leave Plug 1 in the Off state and then proceed to the next step c Switch Outlet On From the Web Browser Interface select the button in the On column for Plug 1 and then click Apply From the Text Interface type ON 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Plug 1 should then go back On indicating that the command has been successfully completed Quick Start 3 Log Out When you have finished communicating with the unit it is important to always log off by issuing the appropriate IPS command rather than simply closing your Telnet or communications program When you log off using the proper IPS command this ensures that the unit has completely exited from command mode and is not waiting for the inactivity timeout to elapse before allowing additional connections a Web Browser Interface Click on the Log Out button
36. es the IPS 800 IPS 1600 IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE Internet Power Switches Throughout this User s Guide all four units are referred to as IPS The IPS 800 includes eight switched 100 to 120 VAC power outlets The IPS 1600 includes sixteen switched 100 to 120 VAC power outlets The IPS 800 CE includes eight switched 208 to 240 VAC power outlets The IPS 1600 CE includes sixteen switched 208 to 240 VAC power outlets All other features function identically except where noted Typographic Conventions Throughout this manual typefaces and characters have been used to denote the following COURIER FONT Indicates characters typed on the keyboard For example ON 3 or OFF 4 Bold Font Text set in bold face and enclosed in square brackets indicates a specific key For example Enter or Esc 1 2 2 Unit Description As shown in Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 2 the IPS back panel includes connectors LEDs and manual controls described below COM Pa iia o ot a i e e A 7 116V 60Hz 150A MAX HSA A 320 COLEG M TSV 60Hz 15 0A MAX Figure 2 2 IPS 1600 Back Panel 120 VAC Model Shown Bus A Power Inlet and Circuit Breaker An IEC 320 C14 AC inlet and circuit breaker which supply power to the Circuit A outlets Also includes cable keeper not shown e Models IPS 800 amp IPS 1600 100 120 VAC Power Inlet 15 Amp
37. following options e 1 Upgrade Sector 0 e 2 Upgrade Sectors 1 4 e 3 Upgrade Sectors 5 7 e 4 Abort Upgrade Note Instructions regarding the proper Sector option will be supplied when upgrades become available Select the Sector Option indicated for the upgrade and press Enter or type 4 Enter to abort the upgrade procedure 8 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 4 Set your communication program for ASCII Mode then use the program s Send File function to transfer the upgrade file to the IPS Select ASCII format then specify the filename and directory location where the firmware upgrade file resides If the upload is successful the IPS will load the upgrade firmware into memory and then reboot itself Note Ifyou are performing the upgrade procedure via the Network Port the IPS will break the network connection when the system is reinitialized However the IPS will retain the current settings for the IP Address the Telnet Port Number Web Server Port Number and Console Port Mode and Baud Rate Incomplete Upload If the upload is interrupted times out or if the update file becomes corrupted during transfer the IPS will display a screen which asks for confirmation before proceeding To proceed type 1 and press Enter then return to Step 4 above to retry the upload or press Esc to reboot the IPS unit Recovery Mode In the rare event that the IPS operating system becomes corrupted during in
38. he separation between the equipment and receiver e Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from the one used by the receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment EMC Safety and R amp TTE Directive Compliance The CE mark is affixed to this product to confirm compliance with the following European Community Directives e Council Directive 89 336 EEC of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and e Council Directive 73 23 EEC of 19 February 1973 on the harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits and e Council Directive 1999 5 EC of 9 March on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe AB respect
39. ion to the command driven functions available via the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface the IPS s switched plugs can also be toggled On and Off manually To manually toggle all plugs On or Off press the Default Button and hold it down for approximately three seconds If desired the Default Button s manual plug control ability can also be disabled via the General Parameters menu as described in Section 5 3 1 6 8 7 Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters After the IPS has been properly configured parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text file on your local or remote PC Later if the configuration is accidentally altered the file with the saved parameters can be uploaded to automatically reconfigure the unit without the need to manually assign each parameter Saved parameters can also be uploaded to other IPS units This allows rapid set up when several units will be configured with the same parameters The Save Parameters procedure can be performed from any terminal emulation program e g ProComm Crosstalk Hyperterminal etc which allows downloading of ASCII files Note Although this function is only available via the Text Interface parameters that are defined via the Web Browser Interface will also be sent to the ASCII file 7 1 Sending Parameters to a File Start your communications program and access the IPS command mode using the System Level Password 2 When the IPS command prom
40. ity 4 Mask Action Security 5 Mask Action Permit x Apply Figure 5 9 Network Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface NETWORK PARAMETERS IP Address 207 212 30 88 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway Address 207 212 30 1 Send MSS 536 IP Security MAC Address 00 09 9b 00 90 e0 Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 10 Network Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 4 Network Parameters Menus The Network Parameters Menus are used to select the IP Address and other network parameters e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the Network Parameters button The Web Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 9 Text Interface Type N and press Enter The Network Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 10 5 14 Configuration Notes e Although the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface both allow configuration of the same network parameters note that for the Text Interface the IP Security feature is configured via a separate submenu For more information on IP Security please refer to Section 5 3 4 1 Settings for network parameters depend on the configuration of your individual network Contact your network administrator for appropriate settings The Network Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be defined Except where noted all parameters listed here a
41. l then be configured with the previously saved parameters 5 20 6 Operation As discussed in Section 5 the IPS offers two separate command interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface Note that Both interfaces offer essentially the same command options and features and that parameters defined via the Web Interface will also apply when communicating via the Text Interface and vice versa 6 1 Operation via the Web Browser Interface When using the Web Browser Interface all switching commands are invoked via the Plug Status Screen which also displays the status of the IPS s switched outlets 6 1 1 The Plug Status Screen Web Browser Interface When you login to the IPS command mode using the Web Browser Interface the first screen that is displayed is the Plug Status Screen or Switch Panel The Plug Status Screen Figure 6 1 lists the current On Off status of the IPS s Switched Outlets and provides a series of radio buttons which are used to control On Off Boot switching of the outlets To invoke On Off Boot commands or view plug status via the Web Browser Interface proceed as follows 1 Access the IPS Command Mode as described in Section 5 2 1 2 When the Plug Status Screen Figure 6 1 appears note that the screen includes a status field and On Off Boot controls for each of the IPS s Switched AC Outlets Notes e When Boot On Off operations are initiated Boot Sequence Delay times will be
42. mple ON ROUTER Y or BOOT 2 Y 6 2 3 Applying Commands to Several Plugs Text Interface As described below Boot On Off commands can be applied to only one Switched AC Outlet or to an assortment of outlets Note When Boot On Off operations are initiated Boot Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 1 Several Plugs To apply an On Off Boot command to several plugs enter the numbers or names for the plugs separated by a plus sign For example to switch plugs 1 3 and 4 Off enter the following OFF 1 3 4 Enter 2 Series of Plugs To apply a command to a series of IPS Plugs enter the number for the plugs that mark the beginning and end of the series separated by a colon For example to switch plugs 1 through 3 On enter the following ON 1 3 Enter 4 All Plugs To apply a command to all plugs enter an asterisk in place of the name or number For example to Boot all plugs enter the following BO Enter 6 5 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 6 3 Logging Out of Command Mode When you have finished communicating with the IPS it is important to always disconnect using either the Log Out button Web Browser Interface or X command Text Interface rather than simply closing your browser window or communications program When you disconnect using the Log Out button or X command this ensures that the IPS has completely exited from command mode and is
43. n The COM Port is a male RS232C DB9 connector wired in a DTE configuration In the default state the COM port is configured for 9600 bps no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit The COM Port can be connected to either an external modem or a local PC but not both items at the same time Appendix A describes the COM Port interface 4 3 1 Connecting a Local PC Use the supplied null modem cable to connect your PC COM port to the IPS COM RS232 Port Make certain that the Serial Port Mode is set to Console as described in Section 5 3 1 4 3 2 Connecting an External Modem When connecting directly to an external modem use a standard AT to Modem cable Make certain that the modem is initialized at the same default parameters as the IPS COM Port Make certain that the IPS Serial Port Mode is set to Modem as described in Section 5 3 1 4 4 Connecting the Network Cable The Network Port is an RJ45 Ethernet jack for connection to a TCP IP network Connect your 10Base T cable to the Network Port Note that the IPS includes a default IP address 192 168 168 168 and a default subnet mask 255 255 255 0 When installing the IPS in a working network environment it is recommended to define network parameters as described in Section 5 3 4 Note The IPS features a 10Base T Interface When connecting to a 100Base T interface most router switches will autosense to determine if the device is 100Base T or 10Base T and then configure the network i
44. n is in progress and then return to the Plug Status Screen which should now show that selected plugs are Off 5 Reboot Cycles To initiate a Reboot Cycle click the Boot radio button next to the desired plug s and then click the Apply Button a To reboot all Plugs click the Boot button in the All Plugs row and then Click Apply b The IPS will display a screen which indicates the Reboot Cycle is in progress then return to the Plug Status Screen which should now show that selected plugs are On 6 2 Operation Internet Power Switch v1 40h Site ID undefined Plug Name undefined undefined undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined 5 Secs undefined undefined H for help IPS gt Figure 6 2 Plug Status Screen Text Interface IPS 800 Shown 6 2 Operation via the Text Interface When using the Text Interface all switching functions are performed by invoking simple ASCII commands ASCII commands are also used to display status screens and to log out of command mode The Text Interface includes a Help Menu which summarizes all available IPS commands To display the Text Interface Help Menu Figure 6 3 type H and press Enter 6 2 1 The Plug Status Screen Text Interface When you login to the IPS command mode using the Text Inte
45. nable and configure the IP Security Function as described in Section 5 3 4 1 6 6 Operation To enable disable Automated Mode access the General Parameters menu see Section 5 3 1 then set the Automated Mode option to On When Automated Mode is enabled IPS functions will change as follows 1 All Password Security Suppressed When a user attempts to access command mode the password prompt will not be displayed at either the COM RS232 Port or the Network Port Unless specifically restricted by the IP Security Function all users will be allowed to access both switching and configuration functions and all commands will be immediately accepted without the requirement to enter a password Status Screen Suppressed The status screens will not be automatically displayed after commands are successfully executed Note however that the S command can still be invoked to display the status screen as needed Sure Prompt Suppressed All commands are executed without prompting for user confirmation Error Messages Suppressed If the Enter key is pressed without entering a command the IPS will not respond with the Invalid Command message Note however that an error message will still be generated if commands are invoked using invalid formats or arguments All other status display and configuration commands will still function as normal 6 7 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 6 5 Manual Operation In addit
46. not waiting for the inactivity timeout period to elapse before allowing additional connections 6 4 The Automated Mode The Automated Mode allows the IPS to execute switching and reboot commands without displaying menus or generating response messages Automated Mode is designed to allow the IPS to be controlled by a device which can generate commands to control power switching functions without human intervention When Automated Mode is enabled the ON OFF BOOT and X commands are executed without a Sure confirmation prompt and without command response messages the only reply to these commands is the IPS gt prompt which is displayed when the command is complete Note that although Automated Mode can be enabled using either the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface Automated Mode is designed primarily for users who wish to send ASCII commands to the IPS without operator intervention and therefore does not specifically apply to the Web Browser Interface When Automated Mode is enabled the Web Browser Interface can still be used to invoke On Off Boot commands Notes e When Automated Mode is enabled all IPS password security functions are disabled and users are able to access System Level command functions including the configuration menus and control plugs without entering a password e Ifyou need to enable the Automated Mode but want to restrict network access to IPS configuration menus it is recommended to e
47. nterface accordingly If your router switch does not autosense the network interface port must be manually set to 10Base T This completes the IPS installation instructions Please proceed to the next Section for instructions regarding unit configuration 4 2 5 Configuration 5 1 System Mode and User Mode In order to restrict access to sensitive command functions the IPS features two operating modes System Mode and User Mode e System Mode Allows access to all configuration menus switching functions and status screens The System Mode Status Screens show On Off conditions for all switched outlets and lists all currently defined system parameters User Mode Allows access to On Off Boot commands but does not allow access to configuration functions Users may only issue commands to or view status of the plugs that are specifically allowed by their password The IPS will display a password prompt when the unit is contacted via the COM Port or Network Port The password entered at this prompt determines whether the unit will start up in System Mode or User Mode If the System Password is entered the System Mode will be active Ifa Plug Password is entered the User Mode will be active The System Password is defined via the General Parameters menu Section 5 3 1 and the Plug Passwords are defined via the Plug Parameters Menus Section 5 3 3 Notes If you wish to restrict access to configuration menus you must define
48. o appear before entering commands The prompt will not reappear until the previous command is complete e Commands are not case sensitive All commands are invoked by pressing Enter e Users who login to command mode using a Plug password will only be allowed to issue commands to the plugs allowed by that password e Ifcommand confirmation is enabled the IPS will display the Status Screen after the Boot On Off commands are successfully completed When Boot On Off operations are initiated Boot Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 To Switch Plugs or initiate a Boot Cycle proceed as follows 1 Switch Plug s On To power on a plug type ON n and press Enter Where n is the number or name of the desired plug For example ON 1 or ON ROUTER 6 4 Operation 2 Switch Plug s Off To power off a plug type OFF n and press Enter Where n is the number or name of the desired plug Note that the OFF command can also be entered as OF For example OFF 2 or OF ROUTER 3 Boot Plug s To initiate a Boot cycle type BOOT n and press Enter Where n is a the number or name of the desired plug Note that the BOOT command can also be entered as BO For example BOOT 1 or BO ATMSWTCH 4 Suppress Command Confirmation Prompt To execute a Boot On Off command without displaying the Sure prompt include the Y option at the end of the command line For exa
49. offers two separate command interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface The IPS also offers three different methods for accessing command mode via network via external modem or via local PC The Web Browser Interface is only available when the IPS is contacted via network and the Text Interface is available via network modem or local PC The sections that follow describe the procedure for accessing the Web Browser Interface or the Text Interface Note Configuration functions are only available when you have logged into the IPS command mode using the System Password 5 2 1 Accessing the Web Browser Interface In order to use the Web Browser Interface the IPS must be connected to a TCP IP network and your PC must be equipped with a JavaScript enabled web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator 1 Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser 2 Key the IPS s IP address default http 192 168 168 168 into the web browser s address bar and then press Enter 5 2 Configuration 3 Password Prompt The IPS will display a prompt which asks for your name and password a User Name If you have not previously defined a user name then this field should be left blank A user name is only required when one has been defined via the General Parameters menu b Password Key in your System Password or Plug Password and then click OK Note that Plug Passwords do not permit access to
50. prompt will not be displayed when the unit is accessed via the Text Interface Note that the Password feature is case sensitive 3 Ifa valid System Password or Plug Password is entered the IPS will display the Plug Status Screen shown in Figure 5 2 followed by the IPS gt Command Prompt Note The Plug Status Screen will not display actual passwords Instead the password column will read either defined or undefined 5 4 Configuration 5 3 Configuration Menus As described in the sections that follow configuration parameters for the IPS can be selected via the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface Although the Web Browser and Text Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters both interfaces allow access to essentially the same set of parameters and parameters selected via one interface will also be applied to the other Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to gain access to the configuration menus a row of buttons will be displayed along the left hand edge of the screen Click the appropriate button to access the desired menu Note the following e Newly selected parameters will not be activated until you click the Apply button e Click Switch Panel to return to the main status screen Text Interface Refer to the Help Screen H then enter the appropriate command to access the desired menu When the configuration menu appears key in the number or letter for the parameter that
51. pt appears type DL and press Enter The IPS will prompt you to prepare your communications program Set up your communications program to receive an ASCII download and specify a name for the file that will receive the saved parameters e g IPS PAR 3 When the communications program is ready to receive the file return to the IPS command mode and press Enter to proceed 4 The IPS will send a series of ASCH command lines which specify the currently selected IPS parameters 7 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 7 2 Restoring Saved Parameters This Section describes the procedure for using your communications program to send saved parameters to the IPS Note Parameters saved to an ASCII file can only be restored via the Text Interface This procedure cannot be performed via the Web Browser Interface 1 Start your communications program and access the IPS command mode via the Text Interface as described in Section 5 2 2 2 Ifthe Password Prompt is displayed key in your System Level Password and press Enter 3 Configure your communications program to upload an ASCII text file 4 Upload the file with the saved parameters If necessary key in the file name and directory path 5 When the upload is complete make certain to terminate the communications program s upload mode Note e The current On Off status of each IPS plug will not be saved or restored e When the configuration file is sent to th
52. re available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface IP Address Defines the IP address for the IPS unit Default 192 168 168 168 Subnet Mask Defines the Subnet Mask for the IPS unit Default 255 255 255 0 Gateway Address Defines the Gateway Address for the IPS unit Default undefined Send MSS Defines the Maximum Segment Size that will be sent by the IPS Default 536 IP Security Sets up the IP Security feature Please refer to Section 5 3 4 1 for a detailed description of the IP Security feature MAC Address Displays the unit s MAC Address Please note that this item only displays the assigned MAC Address and cannot be used to redefine the address Note also that the MAC Address is not displayed via the Web Browser Interface 5 15 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide IP SECURITY Security Mask 1 undefined Mask 1 Action Permit Security Mask 2 undefined Mask 2 Action Permit Security Mask 3 undefined Mask 3 Action Permit Security Mask 4 undefined Mask 4 Action Permit Security Mask 5 undefined Mask 5 Action Permit 1 2 3 4 5 6 Ts 8 9 1 Enter selection Press lt ESC gt to return to previous menu Figure 5 11 IP Security Menu Text Interface 5 3 4 1 IP Security Feature The IP Security feature can be used to restrict unauthorized IP addresses from establishing a connection with the IPS In the default state the IP
53. rface the first screen displayed after login is the Plug Status Screen The Plug Status Screen Figure 6 2 lists the current status of the IPS s Switched AC Outlets and displays the firmware version and currently defined Site I D Message Normally the Plug Status Screen will also be redisplayed each time a command is successfully executed Note however that if desired the Automated Mode See Section 6 4 can be enabled to suppress the display of the Plug Status Screen after each command 6 3 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide Internet Power Switch v1 40h Site ID undefined Display Configuration Display Help Screen View Set General Parameters Display Plug Status n View Set Plug Parameters Display Network Status View Set Serial Parameters View Set Network Parameters Control View set Telnet Parameters Boot lt n gt Boot Plug n View Set Web Server On lt n gt Turn On Plug n Save Parameters Turn Off Plug n Recall Parameters Exit Disconnect Download Parameters to File Utilities optional plug name or number I Reset Network Interface required plug name or number U Upgrade Firmware or nn plug n and plug n plug n through plug n all plugs bypass Sure y n Figure 6 3 The IPS Help Screen Text Interface 6 2 2 Boot On Off Commands Text Interface These commands can Boot or toggle the IPS s switched plugs Plugs may be specified by name or number Notes e Wait for the IPS gt prompt t
54. stallation front panel indicators will blink and the unit will automatically switch to Recovery Mode If the unit switches to Recovery Mode first access the IPS command mode to reset the Console Port to 9600 bps Eight Data Bits No Parity One Stop Bit and then return to step 3 above and repeat the upload procedure When firmware upgrades are available WTI will provide the necessary files via download or mailed CDR At that time an updated Users Guide or addendum will also be available 8 2 A _Interface Description A 1 Serial COM RS232 Port Interface Carrier Detect Data In Data Out Ready Out Request to Send Clear to Send Figure A 1 COM Port Interface Apx 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide B Specifications Power Input Output Models IPS 800 amp IPS 1600 120 VAC e AC Input Two Separate Circuits 15 Amps Max per Circuit Voltage 100 120 VAC 50 60 Hz Connectors Two 2 IEC 320 C14 Inlets Line Cords Supplied AC Outputs Connectors NEMA 5 15 Outlets IPS 800 has Eight Outlets IPS 1600 has 16 Outlets Load 15 Amps per Circuit providing a Total of 30 amps for both circuits Models IPS 800 CE amp IPS 1600 CE 240 VAC e AC Input Two Separate Circuits 10 Amps Max per Circuit Voltage 208 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Connectors Two 2 IEC 320 C14 Inlets Line Cords Supplied AC Outputs Connectors IEC 320 C13 Outlets IPS 800 CE has Eight Outlets IPS 1600 CE has 16
55. the System Password If the System Password is not defined the IPS will always start up in System Mode allowing unprotected access to configuration and switching functions If the System Password is not defined the Password Prompt will not be displayed when you access the IPS via the Text Interface The prompt will always be displayed when the IPS is contacted via the Web Browser Interface When the IPS is contacted via Network the password prompt will also include a field for the user name If you have not defined a user name then you may leave this field blank and only the password is required to gain access to the unit The user name prompt is not displayed when the unit is contacted via the Text Interface 5 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide F western Telematic Inc Internet Power Switch Microsoft Internet Explorer Fie Edt View Favorites Tool Help UU BA INTERNET POWER SWITCH LOCATION undefined SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 40h Boot A 2 Plug Name undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined 6 All Plugs Setup Log Out D 2 fi g Apply Cancel Figure 5 1 Plug Status Screen Web Browser Interface IPS 800 Shown 5 2 Communicating with the IPS In order to configure the unit or invoke command functions you must first connect to the IPS and access command mode As discussed in Section 3 the IPS
56. the cable keepers out of the way then plug the power cables securely into the power inputs When the cables are in place snap the cable keepers over each plug to secure the cables to the unit IPS 800 and IPS 800 CE The cable keeper for eight plug units must be installed by the user First make certain that both of the IPS s two power cables are disconnected from your power supply Next loosen but do not remove the retaining screws located adjacent to the power inlets Connect the power supply cables to the IPS power inlets then slip the cable keepers under each supply cable so the notches at the top of the keeper line up with each cable and the two slots on the bottom of the keeper slide under the loosened retaining screws Tighten the retaining screws to secure the cable keeper to the unit make certain that the cables are secure and then connect the cables to your power supply 4 1 IPS 800 IPS 1600 Series User s Guide 4 2 Connection to Switched Outlets Connect the power cord from your switched device to a switched AC Outlet on the IPS unit Note that when power is applied to the IPS the Switched AC Outlets will be switched ON IPS 800 and IPS 1600 120 VAC Models Units include two separate power busses Each bus can support a total of 15 Amps IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE 240 VAC Models Units include two separate power busses Each bus can support a total of 10 Amps 4 3 Serial COM RS232 Port Connectio
57. thernet Port External Modem Initialization String Firmware Upgrade G Gateway Address General Parameters Menu Grounding Hardware T O Switch Inactivity Timeout Installation IP Address Default IP Security MAC Address Manual Operation Manual Plug Control Manual Switch Button Master I O Switch Master Power Switch Maximum Segment Size Modem Initialization String Multiple Outlets Network Parameters Network Port o ON Indicator Operation Web Browser Interface p Parity Passwords Plug System User Password Prompt Permit 5 2 5 15 5 15 to 5 17 5 15 6 8 2 2 5 8 2 2 5 14 to 5 15 2 2 4 2 2 2 6 1 to 6 8 6 1 to 6 2 Index 1 IPS 4 Internet Power Switch User s Guide Plug Indicators Plug Name Plug Parameters Plug Password Plug Status Screen Text Interface Web Browser Interface Port Mode Port Number Telnet Web Server Power Inlet Power Supply Connection Power Switch Q Quick Start R Rack Mounting RDY Indicator Ready Indicator Reboot Text Interface Web Browser Interface Restoring Parameters RS232 Port Saving Parameters Sectors Security Security Level Send MSS Serial Parameters Serial Port Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Service Customer Service Telnet Web Server Site I D Specifications Status Indicators Stop Bits Subnet Mask Default Sure Prompt Switched Plugs Switching Delay 2 2 5 12 5 11 5 12 6 7 3 1 to 3 5 i 2 2
58. to default values e Manual Plug Toggle Press the Default Button and hold it down for three seconds All IPS power outlets will be toggled On or Off Note If desired the Default Button s manual plug control capabilities can also be disabled as described in Section 5 3 1 Unit Status Indicators Two LED Indicators which function as follows e ON Lights when power is applied to the IPS Unit e RDY Flashes continuously when the IPS is ready to recieve commands Network Port and Activity Indicator An RJ45 Ethernet Port for connection to your TCP IP network The default IP Address is 192 168 168 168 for more information please refer to Section 5 3 4 The Activity Indicator flashes to indicate activity at the Network Port Master I O Switch Master Power Switch Applies power to the IPS Unit This switch must be On in order for the IPS to function Note that this switch is not used to set the On Off status of the switched outlets COM RS232 Port A DB9 RS232 serial port DTE for connection to a local terminal or external modem as described in Section 4 3 2 2 3 Quick Start This Quick Start Guide describes a simplified installation procedure for the IPS 800 IPS 1600 IPS 800 CE and IPS 1600 CE hardware which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation Note that this Quick Start Guide does not provide a detailed description of unit configur
59. ty Timeout Determines how long the IPS will wait for additional commands during periods of inactivity When the Timeout Period elapses the user will be disconnected from the IPS command mode Default 2 Minutes Command Confirmation When enabled the IPS will display a confirmation prompt before executing certain commands When disabled the prompt will be suppressed and commands will be executed immediately Default On Enabled Automated Mode When enabled the IPS will execute On Off Boot and exit commands without displaying a confirmation prompt status screen or confirmation messages For more information please refer to Section 6 4 Default Off Note When this option is enabled security functions are suppressed and users are able to access configuration menus and control plugs without entering a password If security is a concern and the Automated Mode is required it is recommended to use the IP Security feature Section 5 3 4 1 to restrict access Manual Switch Button Enables and configures the Default Button s manual plug control function but does not effect the Default Button s ability to reset parameters to default values Default On Off Disables the manual plug control function On Enables manual plug control When Default is pressed and held for three seconds all outlets will be toggled On or Off Command Prompt Allows the Text Interface command prompt to be set to either IPS N
60. via TCP IP network In order to switch plugs or select parameters commands are issued to the IPS via either the Network Port or RS232 COM Port Note that it is not necessary to connect to both the Network and COM Ports and that the COM Port can be connected to either a local PC or External Modem e Network Port Connect your 10Base T or 100Base T network interface to the IPS Network port For more information please refer to Section 4 4 Local PC Use the supplied null modem cable to connect your PC COM port to the IPS COM RS232 Port For more information please refer to Section 4 3 1 External Modem Use a standard AT to Modem cable to connect your external modem to the IPS COM RS232 Port For more information please refer to Section 4 3 2 Note that when the IPS is shipped from the factory RS232 Port Parameters are set as follows 9600 bps 8 Data Bits One Stop Bit No Parity Although the IPS allows these parameters to be easily redefined for the purpose of this Quick Start procedure it is recommended that you configure your communications program to accept these default parameters 3 2 Communicating with the IPS The IPS offers two separate user interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface The Web Browser interface allows you to contact the IPS via a TCP IP network using a standard JavaScript enabled web browser such as Internet Explorer The Text Interface consists of a series of ASCII text m
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