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User Manual PCR8 PCS12 PCS20 Copyright © 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. RPC-0B-E August 2003 255-30-3150 Raritan Computer Inc. 400 Cottontail Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 USA Tel. 1-732-764-8886 Fax. 1-732-764-8887 E-mail: sales@raritan.com http://www.raritan.com Raritan Computer Europe, B.V. Eglantierbaan 16 2908 LV Capelle aan den IJssel The Netherlands Tel. 31-10-284-4040 Fax. 31-10-284-4049 E-mail: sales.europe@raritan.com http://www.raritan.com Raritan Computer Japan, Inc.
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COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK INFORMATION This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into another language without express prior written consent of Raritan Computer, Inc. © Copyright 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc., Remote Power Control™, Paragon®, Reach®, Dominion™, Powerboard™ are trademarks of Raritan Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS i TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................1 PRODUCT FEATURES .................................................................................................................................1 PACKAGE CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................1 PRODUCT PHOTOS .............................................................
ii TABLE OF CONTENTS REMOTE POWER CONTROL CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................20 Manage Users ...............................................................................................................................................
Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not install near water or expose this unit to moisture. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. Do not use extension cords. Do not attempt to make any internal changes to the power source. Do not attempt to modify any portion or component of a Remote Power Control unit unless specifically directed to. Raritan must perform any internal operations. 6.
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION The Raritan Remote Power Control unit is a full-featured AC power management solution that provides an easy way to control power of remote equipment. It provides system administrators with the capability to securely monitor and control power to data center devices from any location via web browser, serial, or out-of-band access.
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CHAPTER 2: QUICK START 3 CHAPTER 2: QUICK START This chapter is designed for users who want fast setup and familiarization of the Remote Power Control unit. Detailed information on each of the functions and steps of operation and configuration outlined here are found in Chapter 4: Operation and Configuration. Note: On the PCR8, the RJ-45 port is located on the front panel of the unit. On both the PCS12 and PCS20, the RJ-45 port is located on the end panels of the units.
4 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE PCR8 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCR8 unit. Plug the PCR8 into the nearest wall outlet. PCR8 Unit APCSDB9F Adapter Local PC Cat5e Cable Connecting the Computer to the PCR8 2. 3. Load serial port communications software.
CHAPTER 2: QUICK START 5 PCR8 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCR8 unit powers ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCR8 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F2.07 Unit ID: Raritan PCR8 Average Power: 36 Watts Apparent Power: 62 VA True RMS Voltage: 116.4 Volts True RMS Current: 0.5 Amps Maximum Detected: 0.5 Amps Internal Temperature: 28.0 C Outlet Circuit Breaker: Good 1) . . . Outlet 1 2) . . . Outlet 2 3) . . . Outlet 3 4) . . .
6 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE PCR8 Configuration At the PCR8> prompt, type CONFIG and press the key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR8> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: PCR8 Configuration Menu 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users and assign control of selected outlets.
CHAPTER 2: QUICK START 7 PCS12 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCS12 unit. Plug the PCS12 into the nearest wall outlet. PCS12 Unit APCSDB9F Adapter Local PC Cat5e Cable Connecting the Computer to the PCS12 2. 3. Load serial port communications software.
8 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE PCS12 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS12 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCS12 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F1.01 Option(s) Installed: True RMS Current True RMS Voltage: 116 Volts True RMS Current: 0.0 Amps Maximum Detected: 0.0 Amps 1) . . . Outlet 1 : Off 2) . . . Outlet 2 : Off 3) . . . Outlet 3 : Off 4) . . . Outlet 4 : Off 5) . . . Outlet 5 : Off 6) . . .
CHAPTER 2: QUICK START 9 PCS12 Configuration At the PCS12> prompt, type CONFIG and press the key. The Configuration menu appears: PCS12> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: PCS12 Configuration Menu 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Manage Users – Manage Users allows a user to add or delete users, and assign control of selected outlets.
10 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE PCS20 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCS20 unit. Plug the PCS20 into the nearest wall outlet. PCS20 Unit APCSDB9F Adapter Local PC Cat5e Cable Connecting the Computer to the PCS20 2. 3. Load serial port communications software.
CHAPTER 2: QUICK START 11 PCS20 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS20 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCS20 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F1.01 Option(s) Installed: True RMS Current Internal Temperature True RMS Voltage Enter user name: Raritan Unit ID: RPS20 Average Power: 0 Watts True RMS Voltage: 110.6 Volts True RMS Current: 1.5 Amps Apparent Power: 177 VA Maximum Detected: 8.4 Amps Internal Temperature: 26.
12 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE PCS20 Configuration At the PCS20> prompt, type CONFIG and press the key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR20> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: PCS20 Configuration Menu 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users, and assign control of selected outlets.
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 13 CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION Unpacking Compare the unit and serial number of the equipment to the number on the packing slip located on the outside of the box and make sure they match. Log the information on the worksheet in Appendix B: Equipment Setup Worksheet. Inspect equipment carefully. If there is damage to the equipment or if materials are missing, contact Raritan technical support at 732-764-8886.
14 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE The Power Control Units RJ-45 control port uses the following signals: EIA-232 RJ-45 PIN/SIGNAL DEFINITION PIN EIA-232 SIGNAL DIRECTION DESCRIPTION 1 DTR Output +10V when activated by DCD; toggles upon logout for modem disconnect.
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 15 PCS12 and PCS20 RJ-45 Port PCS12 Unit or PCS20 Unit APCSDB9F Adapter Local PC Cat5e Cable Connecting the Computer to a PCS12 or a PCS20 Power As soon as the Remote Power Control unit is plugged into a wall outlet, it powers ON. A green LED on the front panel is illuminated. If disconnected from a power source, the unit’s LED is not lit, and devices connected to the unit are not receiving power.
16 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE Circuit Breaker In the case of power overload, the circuit breaker automatically trips. Determine the cause of the tripped circuit breaker, correct the problem, and reset the circuit breaker by depressing the circuit breaker button. This button is located on the back panel of the PCR8 unit, and on the front panels of the PCS12 and PCS20 units. Power to the unit (electronics, EIA-232 port, etc.) does not go through the circuit breaker.
CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 17 CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION Note: Please type all commands carefully. Inaccurate entries can cause error messages and the return to the previous menu. Remote Power Control Operation The PCR8, PCS12, and PCS20 models are configured in the same manner. This detailed Operation and Configuration section will use PCR8 screens for illustration and assume that the Confirmation is enabled.
18 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE Controlling Outlets Any of the commands on the Help menu shown in this and the next section, Help, can be executed from the Status menu. The primary commands to set or change the status of an outlet are ON, OFF, and REBOOT. Enter one of the following commands, where “n” is the outlet number to command: • ON n • OFF n • REBOOT n Important! Enter an outlet number of zero (“0”) to send the command to all outlets.
CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 19 Reboot Type REBOOT n at the PCR8> prompt and press the key to reboot or reset equipment attached to Outlet “n.” When the REBOOT command is sent from the prompt, the Remote Power Control unit powers OFF the corresponding outlet for approximately 10 seconds, and then powers it ON again. If all outlets are powered OFF, they will be powered ON again in sequence. Note: This command works only on outlets that were “ON” prior to executing the Reboot command.
20 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE Remote Power Control Configuration The Remote Power Control unit’s Configuration menu allows users to set or change passwords and customize outlet names in order to easily identify attached equipment. Users can also enable or disable command confirmation, enable or disable the Status menu, change the unit name, and adjust the threshold level for sounding the alarm.
CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 21 For Example: The new user’s name is Raritan. Type <1> at the Enter Request: prompt and press the key. Type at the Enter User Name: prompt and press the key. Raritan appears as User 1.
22 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE Add and Remove Outlets Once the user list is populated, specific outlets can be assigned or removed from any user’s control. When viewing the list of users, type the user number to assign outlets at the Enter Request: prompt and press the key. The Add/Remove outlets menu appears below the user list. Once a user is specified, type the numbers <1> or <2> at the Enter Request: prompt to add or remove specific outlet assignations.
CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 23 For Example: If “Raritan” currently controls all outlets, to remove control of outlets 1, 4, 5, and 6, type <1, 4, 5, 6>at the Enter Request: prompt and press the key. The status of the assigned outlet will change from Y to N below the removed Outlets.
24 REMOTE POWER CONTROL USER GUIDE Type and press the key. Outlet 4’s new name, “Router 4” is reflected in the Outlet list. Enter Request> 1) . . . Outlet 1 2) . . . Outlet 2 3) . . . Outlet 3 4) . . . Router 4 5) . . . Outlet 5 6) . . . Outlet 6 7) . . . Outlet 7 8) . . . Outlet 8 Enter Request> Important! Outlet names can contain up to 10 characters.
CHAPTER 4: OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 25 If the Status menu is disabled, the following screen appears: Enable Status Menu? (Y/N) Type to enable the Status menu and press the key. Important! The Default status for Enable/Disable Status menu is ENABLED. Change Unit ID Change the Remote Power Control’s Unit ID to eliminate confusion, especially if working with multiple units.
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APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS 27 APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTLET CIRCUIT BREAKER EIA-232 SERIAL PORT DIMENSIONS SHIPPING WEIGHT MOUNTING (OPTIONAL) WARRANTY PCR8 8 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 15 Amp 125 VAC 15 Amp 8-pin modular connector (RJ-45) 16.73w x 5.25”d x 1.72”h PCS12 12 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 20 Amp 125 VAC 20 Amp 8 pin modular connector (RJ-45) 1.75”w x 1.75”d x 56”h PCS20 20 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 20 Amp 125 VAC 20 Amp 8 pin modular connector (RJ-45) 1.75”w x 1.75”d x 65.76”h 5 lbs. 19” 8 lbs.
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APPENDIX B: EQUIPMENT SETUP WORKSHEET 29 APPENDIX B: EQUIPMENT SETUP WORKSHEET RPC Series Unit Model ____________ RPC Series Unit Serial Number ____________ OUTLET 1 OUTLET 2 OUTLET3 MODEL MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER USE USE USE OUTLET 4 OUTLET 5 OUTLET 6 MODEL MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER USE USE USE OUTLET 7 OUTLET 8 OUTLET 9 MODEL MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER USE USE USE OUTLET 10 OUTLET
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APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING 31 APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No menu visible Blank Screen Cables Adapters Parameters Ensure correct cables and adapters are being used and are connected properly. Verify serial parameters are correctly configured. Password does not work Returns to prompt Caps Lock Password feature is case sensitive. Type password exactly as it was originally entered.
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