Western Telematic Switch IPS 800 User Manual

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-800

Model IPS-1600

User’s Guide

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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 - 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. If the 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.

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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:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from the one used by the

receiver.

•

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&TTE Directive Compliance

The CE mark is afﬁxed to this product to conﬁrm compliance with the following European

Community Directives:

•

Council Directive 89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of Member

States relating to electromagnetic compatibility;

and

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

•

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 numérique de la classe AB respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement Canadien sur

le matériel brouilleur.

This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical speciﬁcations

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

3. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1. Hardware Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1.1. Apply Power to the IPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1.2. Connect your PC to the IPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

3.2. Communicating with the IPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

4. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1. Power Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1.1. Installing the Cable Keepers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

4.3.2. Connecting an External Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

4.4. Connecting the Network Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

5. Conﬁguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

5.1. System Mode and User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

5.3. Conﬁguration Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

5.3.1. The General Parameters Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

5.3.2. The Serial Parameters Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

5.3.3. Plug Parameters Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

6.1. Operation via the Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

6.1.1. The Plug Status Screen - 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 Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

6.4. The Automated Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

6.5. Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

7. Saving and Restoring Conﬁguration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

7.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

7.2. Restoring Saved Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

8. Upgrading the IPS Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

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Appendices

A. Interface Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1

A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1

B. Speciﬁcations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-2

C. Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-3

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Index-1

List of 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 Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

5.4.. . General Parameters Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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

5.11.. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

A.1. . COM Port Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1

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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 and 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.

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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. 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 3or /OFF 4.

[Bold Font]

Text set in bold face and enclosed in square brackets

indicates a speciﬁc key. For example, [Enter] or [Esc].

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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)

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.)

➀

• Models IPS-800 & IPS-1600: 100 - 120 VAC Power Inlet, 15 Amp

Circuit Breaker.

• Models IPS-800-CE & 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.

➁

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Bus "A" Switched Plugs and Plug Indicators: AC Outlets that can be

switched On, Off or rebooted in response to user commands.

➂

• 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.

• 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.

➃

➄

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 to default values.

• 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:

• ON: Lights when power is applied to the IPS Unit.

➅

➆

• 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.

➇

➈

COM / RS232 Port: A DB9, RS232 serial port (DTE), for connection to

a local terminal or external modem, as described in Section 4.3.

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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. 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.

• 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.

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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.

• 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 menus,

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.

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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 |

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

| (undeﬁned)

0.5 Secs

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

“/H” for help.

IPS>

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.

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.

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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.

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 Interface, 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 1and 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 1and 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 1and press [Enter]. The status

indicator for Plug 1 should then go back On, indicating that the

command has been successfully completed.

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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.

b) Text Interface: Type /Xand 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.

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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.

• 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.

• 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 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.

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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 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.) 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

interface 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.

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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 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. If a 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 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.

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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. 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].

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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.)

c) If the 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:

• 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.

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Internet Power Switch v1.40h

Site ID: (undeﬁned)

Plug | Name

| Password

| Status | Boot/Seq. Delay |

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

| (undeﬁned)

0.5 Secs

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

“/H” for help.

IPS>

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. If the 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: If the 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 prompt will not be displayed when the unit is accessed via the

Text Interface. Note that the Password feature is case sensitive.

3. If a 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>" Command Prompt.

Note: The Plug Status Screen will not display actual passwords.

Instead, the password column will read either "deﬁned" or "undeﬁned."

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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:

• Newly selected parameters will not be activated until you click the

"Apply" button.

• 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 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.

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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 /Gand 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:

• 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:

• If the 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.

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GENERAL PARAMETERS:

1. System Password:

2. User Name:

3. Site ID:

4. Command Echo:

5. Inactivity Timeout:

(undeﬁned)

2 Mins

6. Command Conﬁrmation: On

7. Automated Mode:

Off

8. Manual Switch Button: On

9. Command Prompt:

IPS

A. Default Parameters

Enter Selection,

Press <ESC> to Exit ...

Figure 5.4: General Parameters Menu - Text Interface

• 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:

• If a 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.

• 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.)

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• 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.)

• 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", "NPS", or "NBB." (Default = IPS.)

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Figure 5.5: Serial Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface

SERIAL PARAMETERS:

1. Baud Rate:

2. Data:

3. Parity:

4. Stop:

9600

8 Bit

None

1 Bit

Console

5. Port Mode:

6. Modem Init. Str: ATE0M0Q1&C1&D2S0=1

Enter selection,

Press <ESC> 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:

• 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 /Cand press [Enter]. The Serial Parameters Menu

will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.6.

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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.)

• 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. If the 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 = ATE0M0Q1&C1&D2S0=1)

Notes:

• 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.

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Figure 5.7: Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface

PLUG #1 PARAMETERS:

1. Plug Name:

2. Password:

3. Boot/Seq. Delay:

(undeﬁned)

1 Sec

Enter Selection,

Press <ESC> 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.

• 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 n and 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 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.

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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 Passwords 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.

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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 the 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:

1. Turn On Plug 1, Wait 1 Second.

2. Turn On Plug 2, Wait 2 Seconds.

3. Turn On Plug 3, Wait 5 Seconds.

4. Turn On Plug 4.

If a "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:

1. Turn Off all four plugs (short delay between plugs.)

2. Wait 1 Second, Turn On Plug 1, Wait 1 Second.

3. Wait 2 Seconds, Turn On Plug 2, Wait 2 Seconds.

4. Wait 5 Seconds, Turn On Plug 3, Wait 5 Seconds.

5. Wait 1 Minute, Turn on Plug 4.

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Figure 5.9: Network Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface

NETWORK PARAMETERS:

1. IP Address:

2. Subnet Mask:

3. Gateway Address:

4. Send MSS:

207.212.30.88

255.255.255.0

207.212.30.1

536

5. IP Security

MAC Address:

00-09-9b-00-90-e0

Enter Selection,

Press <ESC> 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.

• 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 /Nand press [Enter]. The Network Parameters

Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.10.

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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.

The Network Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be deﬁned.

Except where noted, all parameters listed here are available via both the Web

Browser Interface and Text Interface.

• IPAddress: 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.

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IP SECURITY:

1. Security Mask #1:

2. Mask #1 Action:

3. Security Mask #2:

4. Mask #2 Action:

5. Security Mask #3:

6. Mask #3 Action:

7. Security Mask #4:

8. Mask #4 Action:

9. Security Mask #5:

10. Mask #5 Action:

(undeﬁned)

Permit

(undeﬁned)

Permit

(undeﬁned)

Permit

(undeﬁned)

Permit

(undeﬁned)

Permit

Enter selection,

Press <ESC> 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 IPS 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.

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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: 192.255.255.255

Mask #1 Action: Deny

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

Security Mask #2: 192.255.255.255

Security Mask #3: 192.1.1.5

Mask #1 Action: Deny

Mask #2 Action: Permit

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:

• 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.

• 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.

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Figure 5.12: Telnet Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface

TELNET PARAMETERS:

1. Service:

2. Telnet Port #:

Enter Selection,

Press <ESC> 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.

• 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 /Tand 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.)

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Figure 5.14: Web Server Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface

WEB SERVER:

1. Service:

2. Server Port #:

Enter Selection,

Press <ESC> 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 /Wand 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:

• 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.)

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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. 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:

• 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 will then be conﬁgured with the previously saved

parameters.

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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:

• When Boot/On/Off operations are initiated, Boot/Sequence Delay

times will be applied as described in Section 5.3.3.2.

• Users who login to command mode using a Plug password, will

only be allowed to issue commands to the plugs allowed by that

password.

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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 operation 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.)

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Internet Power Switch v1.40h

Site ID: (undeﬁned)

Plug | Name

| Password

| Status | Boot/Seq. Delay |

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

| (undeﬁned)

0.5 Secs

-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+

“/H” for help.

IPS>

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 /Hand press [Enter].

6.2.1.

The Plug Status Screen - Text Interface

When you login to the IPS command mode using the Text Interface, 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.

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Internet Power Switch v1.40h

Display

Site ID: (undeﬁned)

Conﬁguration

/SN

Display Help Screen

Display Plug Status

Display Network Status

/P [n]

View/Set General Parameters

View/Set Plug Parameters

View/Set Serial Parameters

View/Set Network Parameters

View/set Telnet Parameters

View/Set Web Server

Control

/Boot <n> Boot Plug n

/On <n>

/Off <n>

Turn On Plug n

Turn Off Plug n

Exit/Disconnect

/DL

Save Parameters

Recall Parameters

Download Parameters to File

+------------------------------------+ Utilities

| [n] = optional plug name or number | /I

| <n> = required plug name or number | /U

Reset Network Interface

Upgrade Firmware

| n+n or n n = plug n and plug n

| n:n = plug n through plug n

| *

= all plugs

| ,y = bypass “Sure? (y/n)”

+------------------------------------+

IPS>

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:

• Wait for the "IPS>" prompt to appear before entering commands.

The prompt will not reappear until the previous command is

complete.

• Commands are not case sensitive. All commands are invoked by

pressing [Enter].

• Users who login to command mode using a Plug password, will

only be allowed to issue commands to the plugs allowed by that

password.

• If command 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

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2. Switch Plug(s) Off: To power-off a plug, type /OFF nand 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 nand 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 example:

/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]

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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 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>" 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:

• 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.

• If you need to enable the Automated Mode, but want to restrict

network access to IPS conﬁguration menus, it is recommended

to enable and conﬁgure the IP Security Function as described in

Section 5.3.4.1.

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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.

2. 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.

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.

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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.

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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

1. Start your communications program and access the IPS command mode

using the System Level Password.

2. When the IPS command prompt appears, type /DLand 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 ASCII command lines which specify the

currently selected IPS parameters.

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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. If the 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:

• The current On/Off status of each IPS plug will not be saved or

restored.

• When the conﬁguration ﬁle is sent to the 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.

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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. 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 following options:

• 1. Upgrade Sector 0

• 2. Upgrade Sectors 1 - 4

• 3. Upgrade Sectors 5 - 7

• 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.

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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.

Note: If you 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.

6. 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.

7. Recovery Mode: In the rare event that the IPS operating system becomes

corrupted during installation, 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.

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A. Interface Description

A.1. Serial COM / RS232 Port Interface

Figure A.1: COM Port Interface

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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.

Models IPS-800-CE & IPS-1600-CE (240 VAC)

• 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 Outlets.)

▪ Load: 10 Amps per Circuit; providing a Total of 20 amps for

both circuits.

Control Ports:

• Ethernet Port: 10Base-T

• COM Port: DB9M, RS232C, DTE

• RS232 Coding: Serial ASCII, 7/8 Bits

Physical / Environmental:

• Size: Models IPS-800 & 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

• Size: Models IPS-1600 & 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 & IPS-800-CE: 10 lbs (4.5 Kg)

▪ Models IPS-1600 & IPS-1600-CE: 12 lbs (5.5 Kg)

• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)

• Humidity: 10 - 90% RH

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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: [email protected]

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Trademark and Copyright Information

WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telematic 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.

February 2005

WTI Part Number: 13506 Rev. A

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Index

100Base-T

10Base-T

4-2 Error Messages

4-2 Ethernet Port

External Modem

6-7

2-2, 4-2

4-2, 5-3

5-10

Initialization String

Activity Indicator

Automated Mode

2-2

5-8, 6-6 to 6-7

Firmware Upgrade

8-1 to 8-2

Baud Rate

Boot/Sequence Delay

Bus A and B

5-10

5-12 to 5-13 Gateway Address

5-15

5-6 to 5-9

2-1 General Parameters Menu

Grounding

Cable Keepers

Circuit Breaker

4-1

2-1 Hardware

2-1

Co-Location Features

5-12

5-8, 6-7

5-7

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

I/O Switch

Inactivity Timeout

Installation

IP Address

Default

2-2

5-8

4-1 to 4-2

5-15

5-2, 5-15

5-15 to 5-17

5-2 to 5-4

6-6

5-8

2-2, 4-2

4-2

IP Security

MAC Address

Manual Operation

Manual Plug Control

5-15

6-8

2-2

5-8

2-2

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

Manual Switch Button

Master I/O Switch

Master Power Switch

Maximum Segment Size

Modem

2-2

5-15

4-2, 5-3

5-10

6-5

Saving

7-1

Initialization String

Multiple Outlets

Saving Parameters

Serial Parameters

Telnet Parameters

Web Server

Conﬁrmation Prompt

Console Port

Baud Rate

Data Bits

Parity

Stop Bits

5-20

5-9

5-18

5-19

Network Parameters

Network Port

5-14 to 5-15

2-2, 4-2

5-8

2-2, 4-2, Apx-1

5-10

ON Indicator

Operation

2-2

6-1 to 6-8

6-1 to 6-2

5-10

Web Browser Interface

Contact Information

Customer Service

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Parity

Passwords

Plug

System

User

5-10

5-4, 6-7

5-1, 5-12

5-1, 5-6

5-1, 5-12

5-3

Data Bits

Default Button

Default IP Address

Delay Period

Deny

5-10

2-2, 5-8

5-2

Password Prompt

Permit

5-13

5-16

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Plug Indicators

Plug Name

2-2

Switching Plugs

Text Interface

Web Browser Interface

System Mode

5-12

5-11

5-12

6-7

6-3

6-1

6-4 to 6-5

6-2

Plug Parameters

Plug Password

Plug Status Screen

Text Interface

Web Browser Interface

Port Mode

Port Number

Telnet

Web Server

5-1

5-6

System Password

Tech Support

Telnet

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5-10

Enable

5-18

5-19

2-1

4-1

2-2

Port Number

Telnet Parameters

Telnet Service

Text Interface

Timeout

5-18

5-18 to 5-19

5-18

Power Inlet

Power Supply

Connection

5-3 to 5-4, 6-3 to 6-5

5-8

Power Switch

Upgrade Firmware

User Mode

User Name

User Name Prompt

8-1 to 8-2

5-1

Quick Start

3-1 to 3-5

Rack Mounting

RDY Indicator

5-7

5-3

2-2

Ready Indicator

Reboot

Text Interface

Warnings and Cautions

Web Browser Interface 5-2 to 5-3, 6-1 to 6-2

Web Server Parameters 5-19

6-5

6-2

7-2

Web Browser Interface

Restoring Parameters

RS232 Port

2-2, 4-2, Apx-1

Saving Parameters

Sectors

5-20, 7-1

8-1

Security

5-16

Security Level

Send MSS

5-1

5-15

Serial Parameters

Serial Port

Baud Rate

5-9 to 5-10

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5-10

Data Bits

5-10

Parity

5-10

Stop Bits

5-10

Service

Customer Service

Telnet

Web Server

Site I.D.

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5-18

5-19

5-7

Speciﬁcations

Status Indicators

Stop Bits

Subnet Mask

Default

Sure Prompt

Switched Plugs

Switching Delay

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2-2

5-10

5-15

6-7

2-2, 4-2

5-13

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•

5 Sterling

(949) 586-9950

Irvine

California 92618

•

Toll Free: 1-800-854-7226

•

Fax: (949) 583-9514

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