Western Telematic Switch IPS 400 User Manual

WTI Part No.: 13369  
Rev. C  
IPS-400/IPS-400-CE  
Internet Power Switches  
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.  
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1  
3.2. Communicating with the IPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2  
4. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1  
4.1. Power Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1  
4.2. Connection to Switched Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1  
4.3. Console / 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. On/Off/Boot/Default Commands - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4  
6.2.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - Text Interface. . . . . . . . . . . 6-6  
6.3. Logging Out of Command Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6  
6.4. The Automated Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7  
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 NBB Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1  
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Appendices:  
A. Interface Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1  
A.1. Console / RS232 Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1  
B. Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-2  
C. Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-3  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Index-1  
List of Figures  
2.1. IPS-400 Back Panel (115 VAC Model Shown) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1  
3.1. Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3  
3.2. Plug Status Screen - Text Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3  
5.1. Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2  
5.2. Plug Status Screen - Text Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2  
6.2. Plug Status Screen - Text Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3  
6.3. The IPS Help Screen - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4  
A.1. Console Port Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1  
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1. Introduction  
Electronic equipment sometimes "locks-up," often requiring a service call  
just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot. The IPS-400  
Internet Power Switch gives 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-400 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. 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 console 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-400 / IPS-400-CE - Users Guide  
IPS-400 and IPS-400-CE Units  
This User's Guide discusses both the IPS-400 and the IPS-400-CE Internet  
Power Switches. Throughout this User's Guide both units are referred to as  
the "IPS." The IPS-400 supports 105 to 125 VAC power control, and the  
IPS-400-CE supports 208 to 240 VAC power control. 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, the IPS back panel includes connectors, LEDs and  
manual controls as described below:  
Figure 2.1: IPS-400 Back Panel (115 VAC Model Shown)  
Network Port: 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.  
Activity Indicator: Flashes to indicate activity at the Network Port.  
Ready Indicator: Flashes when the IPS is ready to receive  
commands.  
Console / RS232 Port: A DB9, RS232 serial port (DTE), for  
connection to a local terminal or external modem, as described in  
Section 4.3.  
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 (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 cleared.  
Manual Plug Toggle: Press the Default Button and hold it down  
for three seconds. All four 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.  
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Switched Plugs and Plug Indicators: Four switched AC outlets. The  
IPS-400 can switch a total of up to 15 Amps (115 VAC,) and the  
IPS-400-CE can switch a total of up to 10 Amps (230 VAC). Each  
plug includes an LED indicator, which lights when power is applied to  
the plug.  
Master I/O Switch: Applies power to the 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.  
Power Inlet: An IEC-320 AC inlet (with attached cable keeper,)  
which supplies AC power for the IPS’s command functions and the  
switched plugs.  
Circuit Breaker:  
IPS-400: 115 VAC, 15 Amps.  
IPS-400-CE: 230 VAC, 10 Amps.  
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3. Quick Start  
This Quick Start procedure provides a quick demonstration of IPS  
capabilities. In order to take full advantage of the complete range of  
features offered by the unit, it is recommended to complete Sections 4 and 5  
after performing this Quick Start procedure.  
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-400 should be  
connected to a 100 to 115 VAC power supply, and the IPS-400-CE should  
be connected to a 208 to 230 VAC power supply.  
The IPS-400 will support up to 15 Amps, total for all four outlets, and the  
IPS-400-CE will support up to 10 Amps total for all four outlets.  
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.  
3.1.2.  
Connect your PC to the IPS  
The IPS can either be controlled by a local PC, controlled via external  
modem, or controlled via TCP/IP network. In order to switch outlets or  
select parameters, commands are issued to the IPS via either the Network  
Port or Console Port. Note that it is not necessary to connect to both the  
Network and Console Ports, and that the Console Port can be connected to  
either a local PC or an external modem.  
Network Port: Connect your 10Base-T or 100Base-T network  
interface to the IPS Network port.  
Console Port: Use the supplied null modem cable to connect your PC  
COM port to the IPS COM (RS232) Port.  
External Modem: Use a standard AT to Modem cable to connect  
your external modem to the IPS COM (RS232) Port.  
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.  
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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  
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browser (such as Microsoft 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  
Section 5.3.4 for further configuration instructions.  
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.  
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 Console 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.  
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Quick Start  
Figure 3.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface  
Internet Power Switch v1.41d  
Site ID: (undefined)  
Plug | Name  
| Password  
| Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default |  
-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
1
2
3
4
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
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|
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
|
|
|
|
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
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-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
“/H” for help.  
IPS>  
Figure 3.2: Plug Status Screen - Text Interface  
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.  
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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.  
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 Quick Start procedure for the IPS. Prior to placing the  
unit into operation, it is recommended to refer to Section 4 and Section 5  
for complete installation and configuration procedures. If you have further  
questions regarding the IPS unit, please contact WTI Customer Support as  
described in Appendix C.  
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4. Installation  
This Section provides further details regarding the connections that are  
made in the process of installing the IPS unit.  
4.1. Power Supply Connection  
Use the supplied power cord to connect the IPS unit to an appropriate  
power supply. Connect the Power Supply cord to the IPS Power Inlet, and  
then snap the cable keeper into place. 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.  
• Check nameplate ratings to ensure that there is no  
overloading of supply circuits that could have an effect on  
overcurrent protection and supply wiring.  
4.2. Connection to Switched Outlets  
Connect the power cord from the Switched Device to a Switched AC Outlet  
on the IPS unit. When power is applied to the IPS unit for the first time, all  
four AC Outlets will be switched "ON".  
The IPS-400 can switch up to a total of 15 Amps, and the IPS-400-CE can  
switch up to a total of 10 Amps.  
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4.3. Console / RS232 Port Connection  
The Console Port is a male, RS232C DB9 connector, wired in a DTE  
configuration. In the default state, the Console port is configured for 9600  
bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit. The Console 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 Console Port interface.  
4.3.1.  
Connecting a Local PC  
When connecting the Console Port to a Local PC, note that the port uses a  
DTE configuration. After the Local PC has been connected, make certain to  
set the Serial Port Mode to "Console" as described in Section 5.3.2.  
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 communications parameters as the IPS Console Port. Next, refer to  
Section 5.3.2 and set the Serial Port Mode to "Modem". If necessary, you  
may also wish to redefine the Modem initialization command at this point.  
Please refer to your modem user’s guide for more information.  
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 list 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 Console 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.  
• 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  
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 console. 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 issue commands via 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 Microsoft Internet Explorer or  
Netscape® Navigator.)  
1. Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser.  
web 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  
(User 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 as shown  
in Figure 5.1.  
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’s RS232 Console 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’s  
RS232 Console 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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Site ID: (undefined)  
Plug | Name  
| Password  
| Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default |  
-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
1
2
3
4
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
|
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|
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
|
|
|
|
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
|
|
|
-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
“/H” for help.  
IPS>  
Figure 5.2: Plug Status Screen - Text Interface  
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.  
The password column will read either "defined" or "undefined",  
depending upon whether or not the Plug Passwords have been  
defined.  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
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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 offer the following options:  
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. (16 Characters,  
Default = undefined.)  
Note: 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.  
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GENERAL PARAMETERS:  
1. System Password:  
2. User Name:  
3. Site ID:  
4. Command Echo:  
5. Inactivity Timeout:  
(undefined)  
(undefined)  
(undefined)  
On  
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 Interface. (16 Characters, Default = undefined.)  
Note: 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.  
Site ID: Defines a brief text message, which can describe the location  
of the IPS unit. (Up to 32 characters, Default = undefined.)  
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.)  
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.)  
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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 System Level 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-400's serial  
Console Port, and is used 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 offer  
the following options:  
Baud Rate: Baud Rate for the Console 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 Console Port. (Default = 8 Bits.)  
Parity: The parity setting for the Console Port. (Default = None.)  
Stop: The Stop Bits setting for the Console Port. (Default = 1 Bit.)  
Port Mode: Sets up the serial Console / 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 Console 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, refer to the user’s guide for your modem.  
(Default = ATE0M0Q1&C1&D2S0=1)  
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Figure 5.7: Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface  
PLUG #3 PARAMETERS:  
1. Plug Name:  
2. Password:  
3. Boot/Seq. Delay:  
4. Power Up Default:  
(undefined)  
(undefined)  
0.5 Secs  
On  
Enter Selection,  
Press <ESC> to Exit ...  
Figure 5.8: Plug Parameters Menu - Text Interface  
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 four 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.  
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Note that in this case, the major difference between the Web Browser  
Interface and Text Interface is that the Web Interface allows you to select  
parameters for all four plugs from a single menu, whereas the Text Interface  
includes a separate menu for each plug.  
Plug Name: Assigns a name to the plug. (Up to 32 Characters,  
Default = undefined.)  
Note: The Plug name cannot begin with a number, the underscore  
character (_), the slash character (/) or an asterisk (*).  
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 described  
in Section 5.3.3.1. Note that this password does not allow access to  
configuration menus. (16 Characters, Default = undefined.)  
Note: Passwords cannot contain nonprintable characters, spaces,  
colons (:), plus signs (+) 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 Seconds.)  
Power-Up Default: Determines how this plug will react when the  
Default command (/D) is invoked, or after power to the unit has been  
interrupted and then restored. After the default command is invoked,  
or power is restored, the IPS will automatically switch each plug On or  
Off as specified by the Power-Up Default. (Default = On).  
Note: If you have accessed command mode using the System  
password, the Default command will apply to all four IPS outlets.  
If you have accessed command mode using the Plug password, the  
Default command will only be applied to outlets that share the same  
password entered at login.  
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 be  
allowed to issue commands to plugs 1, 2, and 3, but not plug 4. 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 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 an "On" command is applied 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:  
207.212.30.80  
255.255.255.0  
207.212.30.1  
536  
5. IP Security  
MAC Address:  
00-09-9b-00-a5-28  
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 Network  
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 Menu allows 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: 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  
5and 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 Console 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 offers the following options:  
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 four switched outlets.  
6.1.1.  
The Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface  
When you logon to the IPS command mode, using the Web Browser  
Interface, the first screen that is displayed after login 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, user defined On/Off  
Defaults and provides a series of "radio buttons" which are used to control  
switching of the outlets.  
To invoke On/Off/Boot commands, set outlets to Default On/Off status 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/Default controls for each of the  
IPS’s four 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  
3. Switching Plugs On: Click the "On" radio button next to the desired  
plug(s), then click "Apply". To switch all Plugs On, click the "On"  
radio button in the "All Plugs" row, then Click "Apply."  
4. Switching Plugs Off: Click the "Off" radio button next to the desired  
plug(s), and then click "Apply". To switch all Plugs Off, click the  
"Off" radio button in the "All Plugs" row, and then Click "Apply."  
5. Reboot Cycles: Click the "Boot" radio button next to the desired  
plug(s), and then click the "Apply" Button. To reboot all Plugs, click  
the "Boot" button in the "All Plugs" row, and then Click "Apply."  
6. Set Plugs to Default On/Off Values: To set all outlets to their user-  
defined On/Off status, click the "Default" button in the "All Plugs" row  
and then click the "Apply" Button. Note that in order for this feature  
to function properly, default On/Off values for each outlet must first be  
defined as described in Section 5.3.3.  
When each On/Off/Boot/Default command is invoked, the IPS will display  
a screen which indicates that a switching operation is in progress, then  
return to the Plug Status screen when the command is complete. At that  
time, the Status Screen will list the updated On/Off status of each outlet.  
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Internet Power Switch v1.41d  
Site ID: (undefined)  
Plug | Name  
| Password  
| Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default |  
-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
1
2
3
4
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined)  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
| (undefined) |  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
|
|
|
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
0.5 Secs  
|
|
|
|
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
|
|
|
|
-----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+  
“/H” for help.  
IPS>  
Figure 6.2: Plug Status Screen - Text Interface  
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 that is 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  
/D  
Set Plugs to Default  
/W  
/Boot <n> Boot Plug n  
/E  
Save Parameters  
/On <n>  
/Off <n>  
/X  
Turn On Plug n  
Turn Off Plug n  
Exit/Disconnect  
/R  
/DL  
Recall Parameters  
Download Parameters to File  
Utilities  
+------------------------------------+ /I  
| [n] = optional plug name or number | /U  
| <n> = required plug name or number |  
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.  
On/Off/Boot/Default Commands - Text Interface  
These commands can Boot or toggle the On/Off status of the IPS’s switched  
plugs, or set plugs to user-defined On/Off values as specified by the  
currently defined Power Up Default for each plug. Plugs may be specified  
by name or number.  
Notes:  
• Wait for the "IPS>" prompt to appear before entering additional  
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 On/Off/Boot/Default commands are  
successfully completed.  
• When On/Off/Boot commands are executed, Boot/Sequence  
Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5.3.3.2.  
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To switch plugs On or Off, initiate a Boot Cycle, or set plugs to default  
On/Off status, proceed as follows:  
1. Switch Plug(s) On: To power-on a plug, type /ON n and press  
[Enter]. Where "n" is the number or name of the desired plug.  
For example:  
/ON 1 or /ON ROUTER  
2. Switch Plug(s) Off: To power-off a plug, type /OFF 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. Set Plugs to Power Up Defaults: To set each plug to it's user defined  
default On/Off status, type /Dand press [Enter]. Plugs will be set  
to their Power Up Default Status, which is defined using the Plug  
Parameters Menu as described in Section 5.3.3.  
Note:  
• When you have accessed command mode using the System  
Password, the Default command will be applied to all IPS outlets.  
• When you have accessed command mode using a Plug/User  
Password, the Default command will only be applied to the plugs  
that are permitted by the password.  
5. 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  
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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]  
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. This ensures that IPS unit will be available to other  
users, and they will not have to wait for the timeout period to elapse before  
accessing command mode.  
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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.  
To enable/disable the 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 Console / 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.  
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3. "Sure?" Prompt Suppressed: All commands are executed without  
prompting for user confirmation.  
4. Error Messages Suppressed: If the [Enter] key is pressed without  
entering a command, the IPS will not respond with the "Invalid  
Command" message. Note however, that an error message will still be  
generated if commands are invoked using invalid formats  
or arguments.  
All other status display and configuration commands will still function as  
normal.  
6.5. 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 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 ProComm 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. However, the selected default On/Off setting for each  
plug will be saved and 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 CDROM. At that time, an updated Users Guide or  
addendum will also be available.  
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A. Interface Description  
A.1. Console / RS232 Port Interface  
Figure A.1: Console Port Interface  
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B. Specifications  
Power Input / Output ;  
Model IPS-400 (115 VAC)  
AC Input:  
Voltage: 105 - 120 VAC 60 Hz, 15 Amps Max.  
Connector: IEC-320-C14 Inlet, Line Cord Supplied  
AC Outlets:  
Connectors: Four (4) NEMA 5-15 Outlets  
Load: 15 Amps Total for all Four Outlets  
Model IPS-400-CE (230 VAC)  
AC Input:  
Voltage: 208 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz, 10 Amps Max.  
Connector: IEC-320-C14 Inlet, Line Cord Supplied  
AC Outputs:  
Connector: Four (4) IEC-320-C13 Outlets  
Load: 10 Amps Total for all Four Outlets  
Console / Modem Port Interface:  
Connector: DB9M, RS232C, DTE  
Coding: Serial ASCII, 8 Bits, No Parity  
Physical / Environmental:  
Size:  
Width: 19.00” (48.3 cm) Standard Rack  
Depth: 4.50” (11.3 cm)  
Height: 1.75” (4.5 cm) 1U  
Weight: 6 lbs. Shipping Weight  
Temperature: (Operating) 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)  
Humidity: 10 - 90% RH  
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Appendices  
C. Customer Service  
Customer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST/PDT, Monday  
through Friday. When calling, please be prepared to give the name and  
model of the unit, its serial number and a description of its symptoms.  
If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be  
accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service.  
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.  
Printed in the United States of America.  
April 2005  
WTI Part Number: 13369 Rev. C  
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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  
6-8  
2-1, 4-2  
4-2  
Activity Indicator  
Automated Mode  
2-1  
F
G
5-8, 6-7 to 6-8 Firmware Upgrade  
8-1 to 8-2  
Baud Rate  
5-10 Gateway Address  
5-15  
5-6 to 5-9  
i
Boot/Sequence Delay  
5-12, 5-13 General Parameters Menu  
Grounding  
C
Circuit Breaker  
Co-Location Features  
Command Confirmation  
Command Echo  
Command Mode  
Access  
2-2  
I
5-12 I/O Switch  
5-7, 6-8 Inactivity Timeout  
5-7 Installation  
IP Address  
2-2  
5-7  
4-1 to 4-2  
5-15  
5-2 to 5-4  
Default  
5-2, 5-15  
Logging Out  
6-6 IP Security  
5-8  
5-15, 5-16 to 5-17  
Command Prompt  
Configuration  
General Parameters  
Menus  
M
5-1 to 5-20  
MAC Address  
Manual Operation  
Manual Plug Control  
Manual Switch Button  
Master I/O Switch  
Maximum Segment Size  
Modem  
Initialization String  
Multiple Outlets  
5-15  
6-8  
2-1  
5-8  
2-2  
5-15  
5-3  
5-10  
6-6  
5-6 to 5-9  
5-5 to 5-19  
5-14 to 5-15  
5-11 to 5-12  
7-2  
Network Parameters  
Plug Parameters  
Restoring  
Saving  
7-1  
5-20  
5-9  
5-18  
Saving Parameters  
Serial Parameters  
Telnet Parameters  
Web Server  
N
Network Parameters  
Network Port  
5-19  
5-7  
2-1, 4-2, Apx-1  
5-10  
5-14 to 5-15  
2-1, 4-2  
Confirmation Prompt  
Console Port  
Baud Rate  
O
Operation  
Manual  
Text Interface  
Web Browser Interface  
Connecting a Modem  
Connecting a PC  
Data Bits  
Parity  
Stop Bits  
4-2  
4-2  
5-10  
5-10  
6-1 to 6-8  
6-8  
6-3 to 6-6  
6-1 to 6-2  
5-10  
P
Contact Information  
Customer Service  
Apx-3  
Apx-3  
Parity  
Passwords  
Plug  
System  
User  
5-10  
5-4, 6-7  
5-1, 5-12  
5-1, 5-6  
5-1, 5-12  
5-16  
D
Data Bits  
5-10  
2-1  
5-2  
Default Button  
Default IP Address  
Default On/Off  
Delay Period  
Deny  
Permit  
5-12, 6-2, 6-5  
5-13  
Plug Name  
Plug Parameters  
Plug Password  
5-12  
5-11  
5-12  
5-16  
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Plug Status Screen  
Text Interface  
Web Browser Interface  
Port Mode  
6-7  
6-3  
6-1  
T
Tech Support  
Telnet  
Apx-3  
5-10  
Enable  
5-18  
Port Number  
Telnet  
Web Server  
Power Inlet  
Power Supply  
Connection  
Port Number  
Telnet Parameters  
Telnet Service  
Text Interface  
Timeout  
5-18  
5-18 to 5-19  
5-18  
5-18  
5-19  
2-2  
i
4-1  
2-2  
5-3 to 5-4, 6-3 to 6-5  
5-7  
U
Power Switch  
Power Up Default  
Upgrade Firmware  
User Mode  
8-1 to 8-2  
5-1  
5-12, 6-2, 6-5  
Q
R
User Name  
5-7  
Quick Start  
3-1 to 3-4  
W
Warnings and Cautions  
Web Browser Interface 5-2 to 5-3, 6-1 to 6-2  
Web Server Parameters 5-19  
i
Rack Mounting  
Ready Indicator  
Reboot  
i
2-1  
Text Interface  
6-5  
6-2  
7-2  
Web Browser Interface  
Restoring Parameters  
RS232 Port  
2-1, 4-2, Apx-1  
S
Saving Parameters  
Sectors  
5-20, 7-1  
8-1  
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  
Apx-3  
5-18  
5-19  
5-7  
Site I.D.  
Specifications  
Stop Bits  
Subnet Mask  
Default  
Sure Prompt  
Switched Plugs  
Switching Delay  
Switching Plugs  
Text Interface  
Web Browser Interface  
System Mode  
System Password  
Apx-2  
5-10  
5-15  
5-15  
6-8  
2-2  
5-13  
6-4 to 6-5  
6-2  
5-1  
5-6  
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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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