WTI Part No.: 13614 Rev.
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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 3. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1. Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Appendices: A. Interface Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 B. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-2 C. Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Introduction Electronic equipment sometimes "locks-up," requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide IPS-800-D20, IPS-800E-D20, IPS-1600-D20 and IPS-1600E-D20 Units This User’s Guide discusses the IPS-800-D20, IPS-800E-D20, IPS-1600-D20 and IPS-1600E-D20 Internet Power Switches. Throughout this User’s Guide, all four units are referred to as the "IPS". The input voltages, maximum loads and the number of output plugs per unit are summarized in the table below. All other features function identically except where noted. Model Number Total Outlets Input Voltage Max.
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: 1 9 8 COM MAIN POWER BUS A B A-1 A-2 A-3 A-4 B-5 B-6 B-7 3 2 B-8 DEF RDY ACT 10BaseT 7 6 5 4 ON Figure 2.1: IPS-800-D20 Back Panel (120 VAC Model Shown) 8 3 1 9 MAIN POWER BUS A A-1 A-2 A-3 A-4 A-5 A-6 A-7 A-8 COM BUS B 2 B-9 B-10 B-11 B-12 B-13 B-14 4 B-15 DEF B-16 5 ON RDY 6 10BaseT ACT 7 Figure 2.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide ➂ Bus "A" Switched Outlets and Indicator Lights: AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off or rebooted in response to user commands. • IPS-800-D20: Four (4) NEMA 5-15R Outlets with indicator lights. 20 Amps total load per circuit; 15 Amps load per outlet. • IPS-800E-D20: Four (4) IEC320-C13 Outlets with indicators. 20 Amps total load per circuit; 15 Amps load per outlet. • IPS-1600-D20: Eight (8) NEMA 5-15R Outlets with indicators.
3. Quick Start This Quick Start Guide describes a simplified installation procedure for the IPS-800-D20, IPS-800E-D20, IPS-1600-D20 or IPS-1600E-D20 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 configuration or discuss advanced operating features.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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 Console Port.
Quick Start Figure 3.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface (Model IPS-800-D20 Shown) Internet Power Switch v1.41h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default | -----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide iii. Via Modem: Use your communications program to dial the number for the phone line which is connected to your external modem. The Plug Status Screen should be displayed as shown in Figure 3.2. 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." 2. 3.
4. Installation This Section provides further details regarding installation of the IPS unit. 4.1. Power Supply Connection Connect the IPS unit to an appropriate power supply. Note that the IPS’s Main Power switch must be "On" in order for the unit to operate. CAUTIONS: • Before attempting to install this unit, please review the warnings and cautions listed at the front of the user's guide. • This device should only be operated with the type of power source indicated on the instrument nameplate.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide IPS UNIT POWER INLETS BOTTOM PLATE SCREW RECEPTACLES SLIDER PLATE Figure 4.1: IPS-800 Series Cable Keeper Installation 4. Connect the power cables to the power inlets. Check to make sure that both cables are firmly seated in the power inlet connectors. 5. Align the power cables with the two notches in the top of the slider plate, and then move the slider plate forward until both cables are held firmly in place. 6.
Installation 4.3. Serial COM / RS232 Port Connection 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.
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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 outlets, and lists all currently defined system parameters. • User Mode: Allows access to switching and reboot commands, but does not allow access to configuration functions.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Figure 5.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface (IPS-800-D20 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 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.
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 configuration functions.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Internet Power Switch v1.41h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default | -----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 5 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.
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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Figure 5.3: General Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface 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. • 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].
Configuration GENERAL PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. System Password: User Name: Site ID: Command Echo: Inactivity Timeout: Command Confirmation: Automated Mode: Manual Switch Button: Command Prompt: A. Default Parameters (undefined) (undefined) (undefined) On 2 Mins On Off On IPS Enter Selection, Press to Exit ... Figure 5.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide • Inactivity 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.
Configuration Figure 5.5: Serial Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface SERIAL PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Baud Rate: Data: Parity: Stop: Port Mode: Modem Init. Str: 9600 8 Bit None 1 Bit Console ATE0M0Q1&C1&D2S0=1 Enter selection, Press to return to previous menu ... Figure 5.6: Serial Parameters Menu - Text Interface 5.3.2.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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 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.
Configuration Figure 5.7: Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface PLUG #1 PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Plug Name: Password: Boot/Seq. Delay: Power Up Default: (undefined) (undefined) 0.5 Secs On Enter Selection, Press 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, boot/sequence delay times and Power Up Default values for each of the IPS’s Switched AC Outlets.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide The Plug Parameters Menu allows you to define the following parameters: • Plug Name: (Up to 16 Characters, Default = undefined.) Note: Plug Names cannot begin with a number, dash (-), underscore character (_), forward slash character (/) or backslash (\) character, and cannot include non printable characters, spaces, asterisks (*), colons (:), the plus symbol (+) or quotation marks.
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. 2. 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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Figure 5.9: Network Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface NETWORK PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. IP Address: Subnet Mask: Gateway Address: Send MSS: IP Security MAC Address: 192.168.168.168 255.255.255.0 (undefined) 536 00-09-9b-00-a0-32 Enter Selection, Press to Exit ... Figure 5.
Configuration 5.3.4. Network Parameters Menus The Network Parameters Menus are used to select the IP Address and other network parameters. • Web Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the Setup Menus, and then click the "Network Parameters" button. The Network 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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide IP SECURITY: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Security Mask #1: Mask #1 Action: Security Mask #2: Mask #2 Action: Security Mask #3: Mask #3 Action: Security Mask #4: Mask #4 Action: Security Mask #5: Mask #5 Action: (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit Enter selection, Press to return to previous menu ... Figure 5.11: IP Security Menu - Text Interface 5.3.4.1.
Configuration Example 1: Deny access to all hosts except 192.1.1.5: Security Mask #1: 255.255.255.255 Security Mask #2: 192.1.1.5 Mask #1 Action: Deny 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 Security Mask #2: 192.255.255.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Figure 5.12: Telnet Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface TELNET PARAMETERS: 1. Service: 2. Telnet Port #: On 23 Enter Selection, Press 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.
Configuration Figure 5.14: Web Server Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface WEB SERVER: 1. Service: 2. Server Port #: On 80 Enter Selection, Press 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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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 menus have been used to change parameters, the IPS will prompt you to save parameters before exiting from command mode.
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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide Figure 6.1: Plug Status Menu - Web Browser Interface (IPS-800-D20 Shown) 3. Switching Plugs On: Click the "On" radio button next to the desired plug(s), then click "Apply". To switch all Plugs On, click the "On" radio button in the "All Plugs" row, then Click "Apply." 4. Switching Plugs Off: Click the "Off" radio button next to the desired plug(s), and then click "Apply".
Operation Internet Power Switch v1.41h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default | -----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 5 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | ON | 6 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.
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Operation 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 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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide 6.2.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs Text Interface As described below, switching and reboot commands can be applied to only one Switched AC Outlet, or to an assortment of outlets. Note: When switching and reboot operations are initiated, Boot/ Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5.3.3.2. 1. Several Plugs: To apply a command to several plugs, enter the numbers or names for the plugs, separated by a "plus sign" (+).
Operation 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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide 3. "Sure?" Prompt Suppressed: All commands are executed without prompting for user confirmation. 4. 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. 6.5.
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.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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.
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 Text Interface. • All other network ports will be disabled during the firmware upgrade procedure. • When the upgrade procedure is complete, all parameters will be set to their default states.
IPS-800/1600-D20 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 load the upgrade firmware into memory, and then reboot itself.
A. Interface Description A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface Figure A.
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide B. Specifications Power Input / Output: Models IPS-800-D20 & IPS-1600-D20 (120 VAC) • AC Input: Two Separate Circuits; 20 Amps Max. per Circuit ▪ Voltage: 100 - 120 VAC 50/60 Hz ▪ Connectors: Two (2) IEC320-C20 Inlets • AC Outputs: ▪ Connectors: NEMA 5-15R Outlets. (IPS-800-D20 has Eight Outlets, IPS-1600-D20 has 16 Outlets.) ▪ Load: 15 Amps per Outlet. 20 Amps per Circuit; providing a Total of 40 Amps for both circuits.
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.
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Index 100Base-T 10Base-T Activity Indicator Automated Mode Baud Rate Boot/Sequence Delay Bus A Bus B # A 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
IPS-800/1600-D20 Series - User’s Guide O ON Indicator Operation Web Browser Interface P Parity Passwords Plug System User Password Prompt Permit Plug Indicators Plug Name Plug Password Plug Status Screen Text Interface Web Browser Interface Port Mode Port Number Telnet Web Server Power Inlet Power Supply Connection Power Switch Power Up Default Quick Start Q R Rack Mounting RDY Indicator Ready Indicator Reboot Text Interface Web Browser Interface Restoring Parameters RS232 Port Saving Parameters Sector
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