IPS-15
Internet Power Switch
User's Guide
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1. The Master (Main) Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1.1. Master Unit Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1.2. Master Unit Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.2. The Optional Satellite Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.2.1. Satellite Unit Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.2.2. Satellite Unit Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
3. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1. Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.2. Communicating with the IPS-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.2.1. The Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.2.2. The Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
4. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1. Power Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.2. Connection to Switched Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.3. Console 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
4.5. Connecting Optional IPS Satellite Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
5.3.2. Plug Parameters Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5.3.3. Network Parameters Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
5.3.4. The Telnet Parameters Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5.3.5. Web Server Parameters Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.4. Save Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
6. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.1. Plug Numbers and Plug Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.2. Operation via the Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.2.1. The Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface . . . . 6-2
6.3. Operation via the Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.3.1. The Plug Status Screen - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.3.2. Boot/On/Off Commands - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.3.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - Text Interface . 6-6
6.4. Logging Out of Command Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
6.5. The Automated Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
6.6. Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
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7. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
7.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
7.2. Restoring Saved Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Appendices
A. Interface Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1
A.1. Console Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1
A.2. Straight Wired RJ11 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1
B. Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-2
C. Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-3
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index-1
List of Figures
2.1. IPS-15 Master Unit - Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2. IPS-15 Master Unit - Back Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.3. IPS-15 Satellite Unit - Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.4. IPS-15 Satellite Unit - Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
3.1. Connections Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.2. The IPS Plug Status Screen, Web Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3.3. The IPS Plug Status Screen, Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
4.4. Connecting Optional IPS Satellite Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
5.1. Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.2. The 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. Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5.6. Plug Parameters Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5.7. Network Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.8. Network Parameters Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.9. IP Security Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5.10. Telnet Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.11. Telnet Parameters Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.12. Web Browser Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . 5-15
5.13. Web Browser Parameters Menu - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
6.1. Plug Status Menu - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.2. Plug Status Screen - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.3. The IPS-15 Help Screen - Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
A.1. Console Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1
A.2. Straight Wired RJ11 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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-15
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 user name and 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.
Expandable
The Main IPS unit can be linked to four additional low cost satellite
units for a total of five individually controlled outlets. If Satellite
Units are addressed in a gang configuration (multiple units assigned
to each address), then up to 16 Satellite Units can be linked together.
Flexible mounting options are also available. A Zero U rack bracket
lets you mount the IPS on the outside of a standard 19 inch rack rail.
A 1U rack tray allows mounting one main unit and two satellite
units in a 19 inch rack.
Security Features
To assure security, web browser access requires the user to enter an
assigned user name and password. This password uses 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
switching of assigned plugs.
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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.
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 3 or /OFF 5.
[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
2.1. The Master (Main) Unit
2.1.1. Master Unit Front Panel
As shown in Figure 2.1, the front panel of the IPS-15 Master Unit
includes connectors, LEDs and a manual control button.
Figure 2.1: IPS-15 Master Unit - Front Panel
Link Port: An RJ-11 port, used to connect the IPS-15 Master
Unit to the optional Satellite Unit(s). For more information,
please refer to Section 4.5.
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Console 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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Network Port: An RJ45 Ethernet Port for connection to your
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TCP/IP network. The default IP Address is 192.168.168.168,
for more information, please refer to Section 5.3.1 and
Section 4.4.
ACT Indicator: Flashes to indicate activity at the Network
Port.
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PWR Indicator: Lights when Power is Applied to the
Master Unit. Note that this LED does not indicate the On/Off
status of the Master Unit's switched AC outlet.
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RDY Indicator: Flashes when the IPS-15 Master Unit is
ready to receive commands.
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Plug Indicator and Manual Control Button: An On/Off
Indicator and Manual Control Button for the Master Unit's
switched plug. To manually switch the plug "On" or "Off",
press and hold the control button for one second.
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Note: If desired, the Manual Control Button can also
be disabled, set to control only the plug on the Master
Unit, or set to control the Master Unit plus all
connected Satellite Units as described in Section 5.3.1.
2.1.2. Master Unit Back Panel
The Back Panel of the IPS-15 Master Unit includes a master power
switch, the switched AC outlet, a power inlet, and a circuit breaker
as described below.
Figure 2.2: IPS-15 Master Unit - Back Panel
Master Power Switch: This switch must be "On" in order for
the IPS-15 to function. Note that this switch is not used to set
the On/Off status of the switched outlets.
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Switched AC Outlet: A 115 VAC outlet, that can switch up
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to 15 Amps. If more than one switched outlet is required,
optional IPS-15 Satellite Units can be easily added to provide
control of up to 17 outlets.
Power Inlet: A 115 VAC inlet that supplies power for the
IPS's command functions and the switched plug.
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Circuit Breaker: 115 VAC, 15 Amps.
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2.2. The Optional Satellite Unit
The optional, IPS-15 Satellite Unit allows you to add switched
outlets whenever you need them. Satellite Units can be switched
On, Off, or rebooted in response to commands issued at the
IPS-15 Master Unit.
2.2.1. Satellite Unit Front Panel
The front panel of the IPS-15 Satellite Unit includes two link ports,
an address selector switch, and power indicator lights.
Figure 2.3: IPS-15 Satellite Unit - Front Panel
Link Ports: Two RJ11 jacks used to connect the Satellite
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Unit to the IPS-15 Master Unit, and/or to other IPS Satellite
Units. Switching commands are sent from the Master Unit to
the Satellite Unit(s) via the Link Ports.
Address Selector Switch: A four position slider switch,
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which is used to select the address for each IPS Satellite Unit.
Note that the address for the Master Unit is always "1." For
more information, please refer to Section 4.5.
PWR Indicator: Lights when power is applied to the
Satellite Unit. Note that the PWR LED does not indicate the
On/Off status of the Satellite Unit's switched AC outlet.
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PLUG ON Indicator: Lights when the Satellite Unit's
switched AC outlet is switched "On."
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2.2.2. Satellite Unit Back Panel
The back panel of the IPS-15 Satellite Unit includes a switched AC
outlet, a power inlet, and a circuit breaker as described below.
Figure 2.4: IPS-15 Satellite Unit - Back Panel
Switched AC Outlet: A 115 VAC outlet, that can switch up
to 15 Amps. This outlet can be switched On, Off, or rebooted
in response to commands issued at the IPS-15 Master Unit.
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Power Inlet: A 115 VAC inlet that supplies power for both
command functions and the switched plug.
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Circuit Breaker: 115 VAC, 15 Amps.
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3. Quick Start
This Quick Start procedure is included primarily to provide a quick
demonstration of IPS capabilities. In order to take full advantage of
the complete range of features provided by this unit, it is strongly
recommended that you should complete the Installation and
Configuration sections after completing the Quick Start procedure.
3.1. Hardware Installation
Make the following connections as described in Figure 3.1.
1. Switched AC Outlet: Connect the power cable from the
switched device to the Switched AC outlet on the back panel
of the IPS Master Unit.
2. Power Inlet: Connect the supplied power cable to the Power
Inlet on the back panel of the IPS Master Unit. Connect the
other end of the power cable to an appropriate power supply.
CAUTION: Make certain to review the safety
precautions listed in Section 4.1.
3. 10BaseT (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.
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.
4. Network Cable: Your 10Base-T or 100Base-T network
interface.
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Figure 3.1: Connections Diagram
5. Console Port: The IPS's serial Console port is an RS232C,
DB9 connector, wired in a DTE configuration, which allows
you to attach either a local terminal or an external modem to
the IPS Master Unit. Note that you cannot attach both a
modem and local PC simultaneously, and that the "Serial Port
Mode" prompt in the General Parameters menu must be used
to specifically configure the Console Port for use with either a
Modem or Local PC.
a) Modem: Use a standard serial modem cable to connect
your external modem to the IPS's Modem Port. For more
information, please refer to Section 4.3.2.
b) Local PC: Attach a standard null modem cable from your
PC COM port to the Console Port connector on the IPS
back panel.
6. Local PC Cable: A standard null modem cable. For a
description of the port interface, please refer to Appendix A.
7. Modem Cable: A standard serial modem cable. For more
information, please refer to Section 4.3.2.
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For Optional Satellite Units Only
Steps 8 through 13 apply only to installations that include optional
IPS Satellite Units. If your installation does not include satellite
units, please skip steps 8 through 13.
8. Link Port (Optional): An RJ-11 jack, which is used to link
IPS Satellite units to the IPS Master Unit.
Note: The IPS-15 Master Unit and Satellite Units
should not be placed more than 100 feet apart.
9. RJ-11 Cable (Optional): Use standard, straight wired, six
conductor RJ-11 cable, such as WTI's AC-10, AC-15 or
AC-25 cables. For a description of straight wired RJ11
cables, please refer to Appendix A.2.
10. Satellite Unit Link Ports (Optional): A pair of RJ-11 Jacks,
which are used to connect the Satellite unit to the IPS Master
Unit. If additional Satellite units are to be installed, the Link
Port is also used to connect to the next Satellite unit in the
chain.
11. Connect Switched Device to Satellite Unit (Optional):
Connect the power cable from your switched device to the
Switched AC Outlet on the Satellite Unit's back panel.
12. Satellite Unit Power Inlet (Optional): Use the supplied
power cord to connect the Satellite unit to an appropriate
power source. Make certain to observe the safety warning
listed in Section 4.1.
13. RJ-11 Cable to Link Additional Satellite Units (Optional):
If your installation will include more than one Satellite unit,
repeat items 8 through 12 above for each of the remaining
Satellite Units.
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3.2. Communicating with the IPS-15
Note that the IPS offers two different user interfaces: a Web Browser
Interface and a 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 or
Netscape Navigator.) The Text Interface consists of a series of
ASCII text menus, which may be accessed via TCP/IP network, dial-
up modem, or local PC. Both Interfaces are discussed further in the
sections that follow.
3.2.1. The Web Browser Interface
When communicating with the IPS-15 via web browser, switch
functions and status screens are accessed by clicking the appropriate
button(s) on the browser screen. This section briefly describes the
procedure for contacting the IPS unit via Web Browser, and
selecting items from the web interface menus.
Notes:
· In order to use a web browser to communicate with
the IPS-15, the IPS-15 Master Unit must be connected
to your network, and the PC being used to control the
IPS must have a TCP/IP network connection and a
JavaScript enabled web browser.
· The IPS includes a default IP Address and Subnet
Mask. This allows initial contact with the unit via
network without first defining an IP address
(providing you are contacting the IPS from another
node on the same subnet.) When installing the IPS in
a working network environment, it is recommended to
define network parameters as described in
Section 5.3.3.
1. Web Browser Access: Start your JavaScript enabled Web
Browser. Enter the IPS-15's default IP address
and then press [Enter].
2. Password Prompt: When the IPS-15 is accessed via the Web
Browser Interface, the Password Prompt will always be
displayed. If the User Name and/or System Password have
not yet been defined, click "OK" without keying in a user
name or password. If the User Name and/or System Password
have already been defined, key in the user name and system
password and then click "OK". The IPS Plug Status Screen
should be displayed as shown in Figure 3.2.
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Figure 3.2: The IPS Plug Status Screen, Web Interface
3. Test Switching Functions: When the IPS-15 is powered up,
the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. To
test On/Off/Reboot functions, proceed as follows:
a) Reboot Outlet: Click on the "Boot" radio button for Plug
one. Next, click the "Apply" button. The IPS will display
a screen indicating that the reboot operation is in
progress, then return to the Plug Status Screen. Plug 1
should now be in the "On" position.
b) Switch Outlet Off: Click the "Off" radio button for Plug
one. Next, click the "Apply" button; the IPS will display
a screen indicating that the switch operation is in
progress, then return to the Plug Status Screen. Note that
the Status Indicator for Plug One now indicates that the
plug is switched "Off."
c) Switch Outlet On: Click the "On" radio button for Plug
One. Next, click the "Apply" button, the IPS will display
a screen indicating that the switch operation is in
progress, then return to the Plug Status Screen. Note that
the Status Indicator for Plug One now shows that the plug
is switched "On."
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4. Log Out: When you have finished exploring the IPS-15's
Web Interface, click on the "Log Out" button to terminate
your connection to the IPS-15.
Note: When you have finished communicating with
the IPS-15 unit, it is important to always log off rather
than simply closing your Telnet or communications
program. When you log off using either the "Log Off"
button in the Web Interface, or the /X command in the
Text Interface, this ensure that the IPS-15 has
completely exited from command mode, and is not
waiting for the inactivity timeout to elapse before
allowing additional connections.
This completes the introductory overview of the IPS-15 Web
Interface. If you wish to see the Text Interface, please proceed to
the next section, or refer to Sections 4 and 5 for complete
installation and configuration procedures.
3.2.2. The Text Interface
This section provides a brief description of the IPS-15's Text
Interface. The Text Interface is a series of simple, ASCII menus,
that are used to invoke commands and select configuration
parameters. The Text Interface can be used when the unit is
contacted via Telnet, modem or Local PC.
Notes:
· In order to contact the IPS-15 via modem, you must
connect an external modem to the IPS-15 Master
Unit's Console Port and attach a phone line to the
external modem. Please refer to Section 4.3.2 for
further instructions regarding external modems.
· The Console Port can be connected to either a Local
PC or an external modem, but not both at the same
time.
· In order to access the IPS-15 Text Menus, your PC
must include a communications program, such as
Hyperterminal or ProComm.
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Figure 3.3: The IPS Plug Status Screen, Text Interface
1. Access the IPS-15 Command Mode: In order to invoke
commands or view status screens, you must first access the
IPS-15 Command Mode.
a) Telnet Access: Start your Telnet program, then Telnet to
the IPS-15's default IP Address (192.168.168.168.) For
example, on a UNIX system, the telnet command would
be invoked as shown below.
$ telnet 192.168.168.168 [Enter]
If the System Password has been the IPS will display a
password prompt; key in the System Password and press
[Enter]. If the System Password has not been defined,
the IPS Plug Status Screen (Figure 3.3) should be
displayed, followed by the IPS> command prompt.
Note: If you wish to contact the IPS from a node that
is not on the same subnet you can either change your
PC's IP address to an address that is on the same subnet
as the IPS (e.g., 192.168.168.xxx), or access the IPS
command mode via modem or Console Port, and define
Network Parameters as described in Section 5.3.3.
b) Modem Access: Start your communications program, and
dial the number for the external modem. The IPS Plug
Status Screen (Figure 3.3) should be displayed, followed
by the IPS> command prompt.
c) Console Port Access (Local PC): Start your
communication program, make certain that it is set for the
PC COM port which is attached to the IPS, and then press
[Enter]. The IPS Plug Status Screen (Figure 3.3) should
be displayed, followed by the IPS> command prompt.
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2. Test Switching Commands: When the IPS-15 is powered up,
the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. To
test On/Off/Reboot functions, proceed as follows:
a) Reboot Outlet: To initiate a boot cycle, go to the IPS>
command prompt, type /BOOT 1 and press [Enter].
Power to the Switched AC Outlet will be switched OFF.
After the Boot Delay Period (Default = 5 Seconds), power
to the Switched Outlet will then be switched back ON.
b) Switch Outlet OFF: To power the Switched AC Outlet
OFF, go to the IPS> command prompt, type /OFF 1 and
press [Enter]. Power to the Switched Outlet will be
switched OFF.
c) Switch Outlet ON: To power the Switched AC Outlet
ON, go to the IPS> command prompt, type /ON 1 and
press [Enter]. Power to the Switched Outlet will be
switched ON.
3. Exit Command Mode: When you have finished testing the
IPS unit, type /X and press [Enter] to exit from the
Command Mode. Note that it is recommended to always
disconnect using the /X command. If the /X command is not
invoked at the end of a command session, then the IPS will
not exit from command mode until the No Activity Timeout
feature closes the session. In this case, further access to the
IPS command mode may not be allowed until the current
session times out.
This completes the introductory overview of the IPS. Please
proceed to Sections 4 and 5 for complete installation and
configuration procedures.
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4. Installation
This section provides further details regarding the connections that
are made in the process of installing the IPS-15. For a brief
description of the overall installation procedure, and a connections
diagram, please refer to Section 3.
4.1. Power Supply Connection
Use the supplied power cord to connect the IPS-15 Master Unit to an
appropriate power supply. The Master Power Switch on the IPS
back panel must be "On" in order for the IPS to operate. Note that if
your installation will include optional IPS Satellite Units, then this
procedure should be repeated for each Satellite Unit in the chain.
CAUTIONS:
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 the Switched
AC Outlet on the IPS Master Unit's back panel. When the unit is
powered On, the Switched AC Outlet will be switched "ON" (this
also applies to the switched outlets on any optional IPS Satellite
units) . The Switched Outlet can switch up to 15 Amps AC. If your
installation will include IPS Satellite Units, then repeat this
procedure for each Satellite Unit.
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4.3. Console Port Connection
The Console Port is a male, RS232C DB9 connector, wired in a DTE
configuration similar to an AT computer. 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 5.3.1.
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 communications parameters as the IPS Console Port (default =
9600 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit.) The modem must be set
to Auto-Answer, in one ring. Please refer to the modem user’s guide
for more information. Sections 5.3.1 describes the procedure for
defining modem command strings.
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-15 features a default IP address
(192.168.168.168). When installing the IPS in a working network
environment, it is recommended to define network parameters as
described in Section 5.3.3.
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.
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Figure 4.4: Connecting Optional IPS Satellite Units
4.5. Connecting Optional IPS Satellite
Units
If desired, up to 16 optional IPS Satellite Units can be connected to
each IPS Master Unit. Satellite units are connected in a "chain",
with the Master unit being the first "link" in the chain as shown in
Figure 4.4. To connect IPS Satellite Units, proceed as follows:
1. Linking: Use a standard, straight wired RJ-11 cable (such as
WTI's AC-10, AC-50, or AC-100 cables) to connect the
Master Unit and the Satellite Unit(s). Note that the two RJ11
jacks on the Satellite Unit's "Link" ports are interchangeable;
either RJ11 jack can be used.
Note: The distance between each IPS unit should not
exceed 100 feet.
2. Address Selection: When connecting the optional Satellite
Units, note that an address must be selected for each satellite,
and up to four Satellite Units can share the same address.
These addresses allow the IPS-15 Master Unit to direct
On/Off/Boot commands to a specific Satellite Unit, or group
of Satellite Units.
a) The IPS-15 Master Unit always has an address of "1."
b) The Address Selector slider on the front panel is used to
set the address to "2" to "5" for each Satellite Unit.
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c) When addresses are assigned to a series of IPS Satellite
Units, all satellites that share a specific address (for
example "2"), are considered to be part of the same
"Zone." For example, if your application includes three
satellite units whose Address Selector Switches are set at
"2", then those three Satellite units would all be part of
"Zone 2", and any commands directed to Zone 2 would be
applied to those three satellite units.
d) For more information on Satellite Addresses and Zones,
please refer to Section 6.1.
Notes:
· The Master Unit will not recognize Satellite Units
that are connected while the Master Unit is powered
up, until the Master Unit has been powered off
and on.
· If you attempt to address a command to a Satellite
Unit that was connected after Power Up, the IPS-15
Plug Status Screen will indicate that the Satellite Unit
is not recognized.
· After connecting Satellite Units to the IPS-15 Master
Unit, use the Master Power Switch on the Master
Unit's back panel to power the Master Unit Off, and
then Back on again. This will allow the Master Unit
to recognize all newly connected Satellite units.
This completes the IPS-15 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 currently defined system parameters.
· User Mode: Allows access to all status screens and
On/Off/Boot commands, but does not allow access to
configuration menus and functions. Users can direct
commands to all Satellite Units and view status screens, but are
not allowed to change configuration parameters.
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 the User Password is entered, the User Mode will
be active. Both the System Password and User Password are defined
via the General Parameters menu as described in Section 5.3.1.
Notes:
· If you wish to restrict user 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 has not been 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, the user
must first connect to the IPS and access the command mode. As
discussed in Section 3, the IPS-15 offers two separate command
interfaces: the Web Browser Interface, and the Text Interface.
In addition, the IPS also offers three different methods for accessing
the 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.
5.2.1. Accessing the Web Browser Interface
In order to issue commands via the Web Browser Interface, the IPS
Master Unit must be connected to a TCP/IP network, and your PC or
workstation must be equipped with a JavaScript enabled web
browser (such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.)
1. Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser.
2. Key the unit's IP address (default = http://192.168.168.168)
into the 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 User
Password and then click "OK".
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 Master Unit 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 Master Unit's 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 Master Unit's 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 Comm 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: The Plug Status Screen - Text Interface
c) Via Network: The IPS-15 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 that you redefine the IP Address, Subnet
Mask, and Gateway Address as described in Section 5.3.3.
Telnet to the IPS-15's IP address. For example, if the
IP address is "192.168.168.168", then on a UNIX
system, the Telnet command would be:
i.
$ telnet 192.168.168.168 [Enter]
Note that if the Telnet connection is refused, this may
mean that either the IP Security feature has denied the
connection, or the unit is operating on a 100BaseT
network that does not autosense for 10BaseT devices
(see Section 4.4.)
ii.
2. Password: If the System Password has been defined, the unit
will display the Password Prompt. Key in either the System
Password or User 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 User Password is entered, the
IPS will display the Plug Status Screen as shown in
Figure 5.2, followed by the IPS> Command Prompt.
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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 right hand edge of the screen. Click the appropriate button to
access the desired menu. Note the following:
· Newly selected parameters will not be applied until you click
the "Apply" button.
· Click "Switch Panel" to return to the main status screen.
Text Interface: Refer to the Help Screen (/H) and 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 the options and parameters that are
available in 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 with the User
Password.
5.3.1. The General Parameters Menus
The General Parameters Menus allow you to select parameters such
as the Passwords, User Name, Site I.D., Modem Commands and
other options.
Web Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the
Setup Menus, and then click the "General Parameters" button. The
General Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.3.
Text Interface: Type /G and press [Enter]. The General
Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.4.
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Figure 5.3: General Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface
The General Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to be
defined. Please note that, except where indicated, all parameters are
available via both the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface.
· System Password: The IPS will display a password prompt
when you attempt to access the command mode. When the
System Password is entered at log on, the System Mode will be
active, allowing access to both switching command functions and
configuration menus. (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 the Command Mode.
· When defining passwords via Web Browser Interface,
you must re-key the desired password in the "Confirm
Password" field. When defining passwords via the
Text Interface, the submenu will also ask you for
confirmation.
· User Password: The User Password allows access to all
On/Off/Boot command functions, but does not allow access to
configuration menus. (16 Characters, Default = undefined.)
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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 the 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.)
· Site ID: Defines a brief text message, which can be used to
identify the installation location of the IPS unit. (Up to 32
characters, Default = undefined.)
· Serial Port Mode: Sets up the IPS Console Port for use with
either a local PC ("Console") or an external modem ("Modem").
Note that when the Serial Port Mode is set at "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 Serial 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)
· Baud Rate: The Baud Rate for the IPS Master Unit's Console
Port. (Default = 9600 bps, No Parity, 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit.)
Note: When this setting is changed, the new baud rate
will not be applied until the user exits and then re-
enters the IPS command mode.
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· Command Echo: Enables/Disables command echo. When
enabled, ASCII commands sent via the Text Interface to the IPS
will be echoed back, allowing keystrokes to be displayed. Note
that this feature applies primarily 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 Confirm: When enabled, the IPS will display a
confirmation prompt before switching, reboot, and default
commands when the unit is controlled via Text Interface. When
disabled, the prompt will be suppressed. (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. This allows the
IPS to be controlled by a device that generates commands to
control switching without human intervention. For more
information, please refer to Section 6.5. (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 5.3.3.1) to restrict access.
· Button Mode: Enables and configures the manual plug control
button. (Default = "One".)
None: Disables the manual plug button.
One: The manual plug button will only control the outlet on
the Master Unit; outlets on Satellite Units will not be effected
by the manual plug button.
All: The manual plug button will control the outlet on the
Master Unit and all connected Satellite Units.
· Default Parameters: Resets the IPS to default parameters. All
menu selected parameters, including port names and passwords,
will be cleared. This option is only available via Text Interface.
Note: If the this function is invoked via Network Port,
the IP Address is not reset. If this function is invoked
via Console Port or Modem Port, the IP Address will
be reset.
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Figure 5.5: Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface
Figure 5.6: Plug Parameters Menu - Text Interface
5.3.2. Plug Parameters Menus
The Plug Parameters Menus are used to define names and boot delay
times for each of the IPS's five "Zones". Plug 1 (Zone 1) always
refers to the Switched Outlet on the IPS Master Unit, and Plugs 2
through 5 (Zones 2 to 5) refer to Satellite Units. The Zone number
for each Satellite is set using the selector switch on the satellite's
front panel. For more information, please refer to Section 4.5.
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 5.5.
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 5.6.
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Please note that the major difference between the Web Browser
Interface and Text Interface in this case, is that the Web Interface
allows you to select parameters for all five plugs/zones from a single
menu, where as the Text Interface includes a separate menu for each
plug/zone. The Plug Parameters Menu allows the following
parameters to be defined:
· Name: Assigns a name to the plug. (Up to 32 Characters,
Default = undefined.)
· Boot Delay: During a Boot Cycle, power to the outlet is
switched off and then switched back on. The Boot Delay is the
amount of time that elapses between power off and power on.
(Default = 5 Seconds.)
5.3.3. 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 5.7
Text Interface: Type /N and press [Enter]. The Network
Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.8.
Notes:
· Although both the Web Browser Interface and Text
Interface both allow configuration of the same
network parameters, note that when parameters are
defined via the Text Interface, the IP Security feature
is configured via a separate submenu. For more
information on IP Security, please refer to
Section 5.3.3.1.
· 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 the Text Interface.
· IP Address: 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.)
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Figure 5.7: Network Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface
Figure 5.8: Network Parameters Menu - Text Interface
· 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-15. (Default = 536.)
· IP Security: Please refer to Section 5.3.3.1 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.
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5.3.3.1. IP Security Feature
The IP Security feature can be used to restrict unauthorized IP
addresses from establishing a connection with the IPS-15. 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 5.7.
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 5.9.
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.
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.
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Figure 5.9: IP Security Menu - Text Interface
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 the 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.
5.3.4. The Telnet Parameters Menus
The Telnet Parameters Menus are used to enable/disable Telnet
access to the IPS command mode and select the default 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 5.10.
Text Interface: Type /T and press [Enter]. The Telnet Parameters
Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.11.
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Figure 5.10: Telnet Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface
Figure 5.11: Telnet Parameters Menu - Text Interface
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 set to the "Off" condition, user's will not
be able to contact the unit via Telnet. (Default = On.)
· Port Number: Selects the port number that will be used for
Telnet connections. (Default = 23.)
5.3.5. Web Server Parameters Menus
The Web Server Parameters Menus are used to configure the IPS's
internal web server, which allows the unit to be operated via the
Web Browser Interface.
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Figure 5.12: Web Browser Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface
Figure 5.13: Web Browser Parameters Menu - Text 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 5.12.
Text Interface: Type /W and press [Enter]. The Web Server
Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.13.
The Web Server Parameters Menu allows the following parameters
to be defined. Please note that all parameters listed here are
available via both the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface.
· 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-15 offers two methods for saving parameters; Saving to
Flash Memory, and Saving to an ASCII File.
Saving parameters to flash memory ensures that your user-defined
configuration will remain intact if power to the IPS Master Unit 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 to flash, 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-15 units, when several Master 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 flash memory, continuing without
saving, or reverting to previously saved parameters.
· If parameters have not been saved, and if power to the
Master Unit 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, "Configuration", the IPS-15 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. Plug Numbers and Plug Zones
As described in Section 4.5, the IPS-15 Master Unit can be
connected to up to 16 optional IPS Satellite Units. This allows the
IPS Master Unit to expand to meet the needs of your power control
application when additional switching requirements are added to
your installation.
In order to allow the IPS to direct On / Off / Boot commands to
specific groups of satellite units, the switched outlet on each
satellite unit is assigned to one of four possible Plug Numbers or
"Zones." Zones are determined by the setting of the Address
Selector Switch on each individual satellite unit. For example, all
satellite units that have their Address Selector Switch set to "2" are
defined as "Plug 2" or "Zone 2", all satellite units that have their
Address Selector Switch set to "3" are defined as "Plug 3" or
"Zone 3", and etc..
By grouping satellite units into Zones, the user is able to direct
switching commands to all satellites that share the same address. If
your application does not include optional satellite units, then
switching commands should always be directed to Plug 1 or Zone 1
(the Switched AC Outlet on the IPS Master Unit.)
Note that the IPS-15 will only detect IPS Satellite Units that were
connected at the time that the master unit was last powered up.
Satellite units that were connected after the master unit is powered
up, will not be detected until the master unit has been powered Off,
and back On again.
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Figure 6.1: Plug Status Menu - Web Browser Interface
6.2. 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 switched outlet on the IPS Master Unit, as well as the status of
outlets on any connected IPS Satellite Units.
6.2.1. The Plug Status Screen - Web Browser
Interface
When you log on 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 status of the IPS-15's Switched
Outlet(s) and provides a series of "radio buttons" which are used to
control On/Off/Boot switching of the outlet(s).
If one or more optional IPS Satellite Units have been connected to
the IPS Master Unit, then the Plug Status Screen will indicate the
On/Off status of each plug zone. If your installation includes only
the IPS Master Unit, and no optional Satellite Units, then the Plug
Status Screen will only list the status for Plug 1 (the Master Unit's
Switched AC Outlet), and the fields where Plugs 2 through 5 are
normally listed, will be dashed out.
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To invoke On/Off/Boot commands or view plug status via the Web
Browser Interface, proceed as follows:
1. Access the IPS-15 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
every satellite unit that was connected at the time that the
master unit was powered up.
3. Switching Plugs On: To switch one or more plugs On click
the "On" radio button next to the desired plug(s), and then
click on the "Apply" button.
a) To switch all Plugs On, click on the "On" radio button in
the "All Plugs" line, and then Click "Apply."
b) The IPS will display a screen which indicates that the
switching operation is in progress, and then return to the
updated Plug Status Screen (which should now show the
selected plugs in the On position.)
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 on the "Apply" button.
a) To switch all Plugs Off, click on the "Off" radio button in
the "All Plugs" line, and then Click "Apply."
b) The IPS will display a screen which indicates that the
switching operation is in progress, and then return to the
updated Plug Status Screen (which should now show the
selected plugs in the Off position.)
5. Reboot Cycles: To initiate a Reboot Cycle, click on the
"Boot" radio button next to the desired plug(s), and then click
on the "Apply" Button.
a) To reboot all Plugs, click on the "Boot" button in the "All
Plugs" line, and then Click "Apply."
b) The IPS will display a screen which indicates that the
Reboot Cycle is in progress, and then return to the Plug
Status Screen (which should now show the selected plugs
in the On position.) Note that if different Boot Delay
Times have been assigned to each selected Plug, then the
Plug Status Screen will not be redisplayed until the
longest defined Boot Delay Time has elapsed.
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Figure 6.2: Plug Status Screen - Text Interface
6.3. 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 also includes a Help Menu, which summarizes all
available IPS-15 commands. To display the Text Interface Help
Menu (Figure 6.3), type /H and press [Enter].
6.3.1. The Plug Status Screen - Text Interface
When you log in 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 Outlet(s) and displays the firmware version and
currently defined Site I.D. Message.
Normally, the Plug Status Screen will also be redisplayed every time
that a command is successfully executed. Note however, that if the
Automated Mode is enabled (See Section 6.5), the Plug Status
Screen will not be redisplayed after each command is executed.
6.3.2. Boot/On/Off Commands - Text Interface
These commands are used to Boot or toggle the On/Off status of the
IPS's switched plug(s). 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].
· If command confirmation is enabled, the IPS will
display the Status Screen after the Boot/On/Off
commands are successfully completed.
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Figure 6.3: The IPS-15 Help Screen - Text Interface
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 or "zone." For example:
/ON 1 or /ON ROUTER
2. Switch Plug(s) Off: To power-off a plug, type /OFF n and
press [Enter]. Where "n" is the number or name of the
desired plug or "zone." Note that the "/OFF" command can
also be entered as "/OF". For example:
/OFF 2 or /OF ROUTER
3. Boot Plug(s): To initiate a Boot cycle, type /BOOT n and
press [Enter]. Where "n" is a the number or name of the
desired plug or "zone." 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 in the command line. The
",Y" option is entered immediately following the command
argument. For example:
/ON ROUTER,Y or /BOOT 2,Y
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6.3.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs -
Text Interface
As described below, Boot/On/Off commands can be applied to only
the switched outlet on the IPS Master Unit, or to an assortment of
plugs on the Master Unit and linked Satellite Units.
Note: When commands are applied to several plugs,
the IPS will delay for approximately one (1) second
between switching actions. For example, when
switching Plugs One and Two On, the IPS will switch
Plug 1 On, delay one second, then switch Plug 2 On.
1. Several Plugs: To apply an On / Off / Boot command to
several plugs or zones, enter the numbers or names for the
plugs, separated by a "plus sign" (+). For example to switch
plugs 1, 4, and 5 Off, enter the following:
/OFF 1+4+5 [Enter]
2. Series of Plugs: To apply a command to a series of IPS
Plugs or "zones", 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 (the IPS Master
Unit plus each connected Satellite Unit), enter an asterisk in
place of the name or number. For example, to Boot the
Master Unit Plug, and all plugs on connected satellite units,
enter the following:
/BO * [Enter]
6.4. Logging Out of Command Mode
When you are 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 the IPS Command Mode.
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6.5. 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 the 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 the 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 a GUI style, Web Browser Interface. When the
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 5.3.3.1.
To enable/disable the Automated Mode, access the General
Parameters menu (see Section 5.3.1) and then set the "Automated
Mode" option to the "On" state. When the Automated Mode is
enabled, IPS functions will change as follows:
1. All Password Security Suppressed: When a user attempts to
access the command mode, the password prompt will not be
displayed at either the Console Port or 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.
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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 if 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.
6.6. 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 plug(s)
On or Off, press the Manual Control Button, and hold it down for
approximately one second; the corresponding plug(s) will be toggled
On or Off.
If desired, the Button Mode Parameter (which is accessed via the
General Parameters Menu in both the Web Browser Interface and
Text Interface), can be used to disable the manual power button
completely. In addition, the Button Mode Parameter also allows you
to restrict manual control to the master unit's switched plug only, or
allow the manual control button to control switched outlets on the
IPS-15 and all connected Satellite Units.
For more information on the Button Mode Parameter, please refer to
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 available only via the
Text Interface, parameters that have been 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 /DL and press
[Enter]. The IPS-15 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 that have been 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 cannot be altered.
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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A. Interface Descriptions
A.1. Console Port Interface
Figure A.1: Console Port Interface
A.2. Straight Wired RJ11 Cables
Figure A.2: Straight Wired RJ11 Cables
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B. Specifications
Power Input / Output ; Model IPS-115M (115 VAC)
AC Input: 15 Amps Max
Voltage: 105 - 120 VAC 60 Hz
Connector: IEC-320 Inlet, Line Cord Supplied
AC Output: One (1) - Expandable to 5
Connector: NEMA 5-15 Outlet
Load: 15 Amps Total
Console / Modem Port Interface:
Connector: DB9M, RS232C, DTE
Coding: Serial ASCII, 8 Bits, No Parity
Physical / Environmental:
Size:
Height: 1.75" (4.5 cm)
Depth: 7.00" (17.8 cm)
Width:
Master Unit: 5.80" (14.7 cm)
Satellite Unit: 4.60" (11.7 cm)
Weight: 4 lbs. Shipping Weight
Temperature: (Operating) 32F to 122F (0C to 50C)
Humidity: 10 - 90% RH
Ordering Information:
IPS-15M: Master Control Unit, 115VAC @ 15 Amps
IPS-15S: Satellite Unit, 115 VAC @ 15 Amps
IPS-15R: 19" Rack Mount Tray, 1 RU
(Mounts Master Unit plus two Satellite Units)
IPS-15ZU: Mounting Bracket for Zero U Mounting
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C. Customer Service
Customer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST/PDT,
Monday through Friday. When calling, please be prepared to give
the name and model of the unit, its serial number and a description
of its symptoms. If the unit should need to be returned for factory
repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number
from Customer Service.
WTI Customer Service
5 Sterling
Irvine, California 92618
Toll Free Service Line: 1-888-280-7227
Local Phone: (949) 586-9950
Service Fax: (949) 457-8138
Email: [email protected]
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Trademark and Copyright Information
WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telematic
Incorporated. All other product names mentioned in this publication
are trademarks of their respective companies.
Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of
Western Telematic, Inc.. Such information and descriptions may not
be copied, disseminated or distributed without the express written
consent of Western Telematic, Incorporated.
©Copyright Western Telematic, Inc., 2002, 2003. All right reserved.
Printed in the United States of America.
February 2003
WTI Part Number: 13301 Rev. B
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