Western Telematic IPS-800, IPS-800-CE, IPS-1600, IPS-1600CE manuale d’uso

WTI Part No.: 13506 Rev . A IPS-800/1600 Series Internet Power Switches Models: IPS-800 IPS-800-CE IPS-1600 IPS-1600-CE User ’s Guide Model IPS-1600 Model IPS-800[...]

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i Warnings and Cautions: INST ALL ATION 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 t[...]

ii IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide FCC Part 15 R egulation 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, [...]

iii T able of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 3. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

iv IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide Appendices A. Interface Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 B. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

1-1 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 y[...]

1-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide IPS-800, IPS -1600, IPS -800-CE and IPS-1600-CE Units This User ’ s Guide discusses 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 V AC power [...]

2-1 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: Figur e 2.1: IPS-800 Back Panel (120 V AC Model Shown) ➀ Bus "A" Power Inlet and Cir cuit Breaker: An IEC-320-C14 AC inlet and circuit breaker which supply power to the Circuit "A" ou[...]

2-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide ➂ 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 V AC, NEMA 5-15 Outlets with indicator lights. 15 Amps T otal Load. • IPS-1600: Eight 100-120 V AC, NEMA 5-15 Outlets with indicator li[...]

3-1 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 [...]

3-2 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 via TCP/IP network. In order to switch plugs or select parameters, commands are issued to the IPS via either the Network Port or RS23[...]

3-3 Quick Start 1. Access the Command Mode: This procedure dif fers slightly , depending on whether you’re contacting the IPS via the W eb Browser Interface or T ext Interface. a) W eb Browser Interface: Start your JavaScript enabled W eb Browser . Enter the IPS’ s default IP address (192.168.168.168) in your browser address bar and then press [...]

3-4 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide b) T ext Interface: i. V ia T elnet: T elnet to the IPS’ s default IP address (192.168.168.168). The Plug Status Screen (Figure 3.2) should be displayed. ii. V ia Local PC: Start your communications program (e.g., Hyperterminal) and then press [Enter] . The Plug Status Screen should be displayed as s[...]

3-5 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 T elnet 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 wa[...]

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4-1 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: • Before attempting to in[...]

4-2 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 V AC Models): Units include two separate power[...]

5-1 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. • 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 ou[...]

5-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 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 offers two separate command interfaces: the W eb Browser Interface, and the T ext Interface. The IPS also offers th[...]

5-3 Confi guration 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 [...]

5-4 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 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 describe[...]

5-5 Confi guration 5.3. Configuration Menus As described in the sections that follow , configuration parameters for the IPS can be selected via the W eb Browser Interface or T ext Interface. Although the W eb Browser and T ext Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters, both interfaces allow access to essentially the same set o[...]

5-6 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 5.3.1. The General Parameters Menus The General Parameters Menus allow you to select parameters such as the System Password, User Name, Site I.D. and other options. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the Setup Menus, and then click the "General Parameters"[...]

5-7 Confi guration • 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 W eb Browser Interface. (Four to 16 Characters, Default =[...]

5-8 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide • Inactivity T imeout: 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 confirm[...]

5-9 Confi guration 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. T o access the Serial Parameters Menu, proceed as follows: • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" [...]

5-10 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: • 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 comma[...]

5-11 Confi guration 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. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the configuration menus, then click the "Plug Parameters" button.[...]

5-12 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 ( [...]

5-13 Confi guration 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) Severa[...]

5-14 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 5.3.4. Network Parameters Menus The Network Parameters Menus are used to select the IP Address and other network parameters. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the Setup Menus, and then click the "Network Parameters" button. The W eb Parameters Menu will[...]

5-15 Confi guration Notes: • Although the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface both allow configuration of the same network parameters, note that for the T ext 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[...]

5-16 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 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 IPS accepts incoming IP connections from all hosts. T o configure the IP Security feature, proceed as follows: 1. Access the IP[...]

5-17 Confi guration 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 be[...]

5-18 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 5.3.5. The T elnet Parameters Menus The T elnet Parameters Menus are used to enable/disable T elnet access to the IPS command mode and select the TCP port for T elnet connections. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the configuration menus, and then click the &quo[...]

5-19 Confi guration Figur e 5.14: W eb Server Parameters Menu - W eb Br owser Interface WEB SERVER: 1. Service: On 2. Server Port #: 80 Enter Selection, Press <ESC> to Exit ... Figur e 5.15: W eb Server Parameters Menu - T ext Interface 5.3.6. Web Server Parameters Menus The W eb Server Parameters Menus are used to configure the internal we[...]

5-20 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 5.4. 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 me[...]

6-1 6. Operation As discussed in Section 5, the IPS offers two separate command interfaces; the W eb Browser Interface and the T ext Interface. Note that Both interfaces offer essentially the same command options and features, and that parameters defined via the W eb Interface will also apply when communicating via the T ext Interface (and vice ve[...]

6-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 3. Switching Plugs On: T o switch one or more plugs On, click the "On" radio button next to the desired plug(s), then click "Apply". a) T o switch all Plugs On, click the "On" radio button in the "All Plugs" row , then Click "Apply ." b) The IPS will di[...]

6-3 Operation 6.2. Operation via the T ext Interface When using the T ext 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 T ext Interface includes a Help Menu, which summarizes all available IPS commands. T o display the T[...]

6-4 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 6.2.2. Boot/On/Off Commands - T ext Interface These commands can Boot or toggle the IPS’ s switched plugs. Plugs may be specified by name or number . Notes: • W ait for the "IPS>" prompt to appear before entering commands. The prompt will not reappear until the previous command is com[...]

6-5 Operation 2. Switch Plug(s) Off: T o 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): T o initiate a Boot cycle, type /BOOT n and press [Enter] . [...]

6-6 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 (W eb Browser Interface) or /X command (T ext Interface), rather than simply closing your browser window or communications program. When [...]

6-7 Operation T o 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 no[...]

6-8 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 6.5. Manual Operation In addition to the command driven functions available via the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface, the IPS’ s switched plugs can also be toggled On and Off manually . T o manually toggle all plugs On or Off, press the Default Button, and hold it down for approximately thr[...]

7-1 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 [...]

7-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide 7.2. Restoring Saved P arameters 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 T ext Interface. This procedure cannot be performed via the W eb Browser Interface. 1. S[...]

8-1 8. 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 T ext Interface. • All other network ports wil[...]

8-2 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. 5. If the upload is successful, the IPS will l[...]

Apx-1 A . Interface Description A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface Figur e A.1: COM Port Interface[...]

Apx-2 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide B. Specifications Power Input / Output: Models IPS-800 & IPS-1600 (120 V AC) • AC Input: T wo Separate Circuits; 15 Amps Max. per Circuit ▪ V oltage: 100 - 120 V AC 50/60 Hz ▪ Connectors: T wo (2) IEC-320-C14 Inlets, Line Cords Supplied • AC Outputs: ▪ Connectors: NEMA 5-15 Outlets (IPS[...]

Apx-3 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 Authoriz[...]

Apx-4 IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User ’ s Guide T rademark and Copyright Information WTI and W estern T elematic are trademarks of W estern T elematic Incorporated. All other product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks of their respective companies. Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of W estern T elemati[...]

Index -1 Inde x # 100Base-T 4-2 10Base-T 4-2 A Activity Indicator 2-2 Automated Mode 5-8, 6-6 to 6-7 B Baud Rate 5-10 Boot/Sequence Delay 5-12 to 5-13 Bus A and B 2-1 C Cable Keepers 4-1 Circuit Breaker 2-1 Co-Location Features 5-12 Command Confirmation 5-8, 6-7 Command Echo 5-7 Command Mode Access 5-2 to 5-4 Logging Out 6-6 Command Prompt 5-8 COM[...]

IPS-4 Internet Power Switch; User ’ s Guide Index -2 Plug Indicators 2-2 Plug Name 5-12 Plug Parameters 5-11 Plug Password 5-12 Plug Status Screen 6-7 T ext Interface 6- 3 W eb Browser Interface 6- 1 Port Mode 5-10 Port Number T elnet 5-1 8 W eb Server 5-1 9 Power Inlet 2-1 Power Supply i Connection 4-1 Power Switch 2-2 Q Quick Start 3-1 to 3-5 R[...]

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