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 Series - Users 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. 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.)  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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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Figure 3.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface (IPS-800 Shown)  
Internet Power Switch v1.40h  
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“/H” for help.  
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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.  
browser’s address bar, and then press [Enter].  
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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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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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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)  
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On  
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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)  
(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 #:  
On  
23  
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 #:  
On  
80  
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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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 |  
-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
|
|
|
|
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|
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
|
|
|
|
|
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|
-----+------------------+------------------+---------+-----------------+  
“/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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Display  
Site ID: (undefined)  
Configuration  
/H  
/S  
/SN  
Display Help Screen  
Display Plug Status  
Display Network Status  
/G  
/P [n]  
/C  
/N  
/T  
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  
/W  
/On <n>  
/Off <n>  
/X  
Turn On Plug n  
Turn Off Plug n  
Exit/Disconnect  
/E  
/R  
/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  
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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.  
©Copyright Western Telematic, Inc. 2005. All rights reserved.  
February 2005  
WTI Part Number: 13506 Rev. A  
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Index  
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A
B
E
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  
F
Firmware Upgrade  
8-1 to 8-2  
Baud Rate  
Boot/Sequence Delay  
Bus A and B  
5-10  
G
5-12 to 5-13 Gateway Address  
5-15  
5-6 to 5-9  
i
2-1 General Parameters Menu  
Grounding  
C
Cable Keepers  
Circuit Breaker  
4-1  
H
2-1 Hardware  
2-1  
Co-Location Features  
5-12  
5-8, 6-7  
5-7  
I
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  
M
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  
N
Network Parameters  
Network Port  
5-14 to 5-15  
2-2, 4-2  
5-8  
2-2, 4-2, Apx-1  
5-10  
O
ON Indicator  
Operation  
2-2  
6-1 to 6-8  
6-1 to 6-2  
5-10  
5-10  
5-10  
Web Browser Interface  
Contact Information  
Customer Service  
Apx-3  
Apx-3  
P
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  
D
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  
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  
T
Tech Support  
Telnet  
Apx-3  
5-10  
Enable  
5-18  
5-18  
5-19  
2-1  
i
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  
U
Upgrade Firmware  
User Mode  
User Name  
User Name Prompt  
Q
8-1 to 8-2  
5-1  
Quick Start  
3-1 to 3-5  
R
Rack Mounting  
RDY Indicator  
5-7  
5-3  
i
2-2  
2-2  
W
Ready Indicator  
Reboot  
Text Interface  
Warnings and Cautions  
i
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  
S
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  
Apx-1  
5-10  
Data Bits  
5-10  
Parity  
5-10  
Stop Bits  
5-10  
Service  
Customer Service  
Telnet  
Web Server  
Site I.D.  
Apx-3  
5-18  
5-19  
5-7  
Specifications  
Status Indicators  
Stop Bits  
Subnet Mask  
Default  
Sure Prompt  
Switched Plugs  
Switching Delay  
Apx-2  
2-2  
5-10  
5-15  
5-15  
6-7  
2-2, 4-2  
5-13  
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