WTI Part No.: 13506 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/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.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 3. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1. Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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/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 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.
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: Figure 2.1: IPS-800 Back Panel (120 VAC Model Shown) Figure 2.2: IPS-1600 Back Panel (120 VAC Model Shown) ➀ 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.) • Models IPS-800 & IPS-1600: 100 - 120 VAC Power Inlet, 15 Amp Circuit Breaker.
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 VAC, NEMA 5-15 Outlets with indicator lights. 15 Amps Total Load. • 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.
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 configuration or discuss advanced operating features.
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 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.
Quick Start Figure 3.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface (IPS-800 Shown) Internet Power Switch v1.40h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | -----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 5 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.
IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide 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.
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.
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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 install this unit, please review the warnings and cautions listed at the front of the user's guide.
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.
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 On/Off/Boot commands, but does not allow access to configuration functions.
IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide 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 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/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide Internet Power Switch v1.40h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | -----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 5 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 6 | (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/IPS-1600 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/IPS-1600 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/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 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. Plug Name: 2. Password: 3. Boot/Seq. Delay: (undefined) (undefined) 1 Sec 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 and boot / sequence delay times for each of the IPS’s Switched AC Outlets.
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.
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/IPS-1600 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: 207.212.30.88 255.255.255.0 207.212.30.1 536 00-09-9b-00-90-e0 Enter Selection, Press 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.
Configuration Notes: • 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.
IPS-800/IPS-1600 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/IPS-1600 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/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 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/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide Figure 6.1: Plug Status Menu - Web Browser Interface (IPS-800 Shown) 3. 4. 5. 6-2 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.
Operation Internet Power Switch v1.40h Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | -----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+ 1 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 2 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 3 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 4 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 5 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 6 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.5 Secs | 7 | (undefined) | (undefined) | ON | 0.
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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.
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.
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.
IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide 6.5. Manual Operation In addition 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.
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/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.
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/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 load the upgrade firmware into memory, and then reboot itself.
A. Interface Description A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface Figure A.
IPS-800/IPS-1600 Series - User’s Guide B. Specifications Power Input / Output: Models IPS-800 & IPS-1600 (120 VAC) • 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.
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 and 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-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 Quick Start Q 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 Servi
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