Perle Systems RPS820 manual

5500193-10 RPS Series Remote Power Switches Models Covered: RPS820 RPS830 RPS1620 RPS1630 User ’s Guide[...]

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i Warnings and Cautions: INST ALL A TION 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 [...]

ii RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide FCC Part 15 R egulation 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 [...]

iii T able of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 2.1. RPS820 and RPS830 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

iv RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 7. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 7.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 7.2. Restoring Saved Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

1-1 1. Introduction Electronic equipment sometimes "locks-up" requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot. RPS Series Remote Power Switches give you the ability to perform this function remotely . If secure remote access is an issue, you can communicate through Perle’ s IOLAN DS product line to sec[...]

1-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide Four Differ ent RPS Models This User ’ s Guide discusses four different RPS models. Throughout this User ’ s Guide, all four units are referred to as the "RPS". Aside from the hardware configuration, all other features function identically in both units except where noted. The[...]

2-1 2. Unit Description 2.1. RPS820 and RPS830 F ront Panel The front panels of both RPS820 and RPS830 models include two LED indicators which function as follows: • Power: Lights when power is applied to the unit. Note that this indicator does not show the On/Off status of the switched outlets. • System Ready: Flashes when the unit is ready to[...]

2-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide ➂ Bus "A" Switched Plugs and Plug Indicators: AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off or rebooted in response to user commands. • RPS820: Four 208-240 V AC, IEC-320-C13 Outlets with indicator lights. 10 Amps T otal Load. • RPS830: Four 100-120 V AC, NEMA 5-15 Outlets with ind[...]

2-3 Unit Description 2.3. RPS1620 and RPS1630 Hardware As shown in Figure 2.2, RPS1620 and RPS1630 units includes power outlets, LEDs and a manual control button. The items in Figure 2.2 are described on the following page. PLUGS READY ACTIVITY 10BaseT RS232 CONSOLE (DTE) PLUG 1 PLUG 2 PLUG 3 PLUG 14 PLUG 15 PLUG 16 PWR CKT A PWR CKT B Remote Power[...]

2-4 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide As shown in Figure 2.2, RPS1620 and RPS1630 units include the following components:  Manual Switch Button: A Manual Control Button for the unit’ s switched plugs. T o manually switch plugs "On" or "Off", press and hold the control button for approximately three secon[...]

2-5 Unit Description  Power Cir cuit "A" Input Comp onents: An AC inlet and circuit breaker , which supply power to plugs one through 8: Model RPS1620: • Power Inlet: T wo (2) 208 to 240 V AC, IEC-320-C14 AC inlets. • Cir cuit Breaker: 10 Amps. Model RPS1630: • Power Inlets: T wo (2) 100 to 120 V AC, IEC-320-C14 AC inlets. • Ci[...]

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3-1 3. Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide describes a simplified installation procedure for the RPS820, RPS830, RPS1620 and RPS1630, which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation. In order to take full advantage of the complete range of features offered by this unit, i[...]

3-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 3.1.2. Connect your PC to the RPS The RPS can either be controlled by a local PC Serial Port, controlled via external modem, or controlled via TCP/IP network. In order to switch plugs or select parameters, commands are issued to the RPS via the Network Port or Console/RS232 Port. Note that i[...]

3-3 Quick Start Guide T o communicate with the RPS unit, proceed as follows: 1. Access Command Mode: This procedure differs slightly for the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface: a) W eb Browser Interface: Start your JavaScript enabled W eb Browser . Enter the RPS’ s default IP address (192.168.168.168) in the address bar , then press [Ente[...]

3-4 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide Figur e 3.1: Plug Status Scr een - W eb Br owser Interface (Model RPS830 Shown) Remote Power Switch v1.43s Site ID: (undefined) Plug | Name | Password | Status | Boot/Seq. Delay | Default | -----+------------------+-------------+--------+-----------------+---------+ 1 | (undefined) | (unde[...]

3-5 Quick Start Guide 2. T est Switching Functions: Y ou may wish to perform the following tests in order to make certain that the RPS is responding to commands. a) Reboot Outlet: If you are communicating with the unit via the W eb Browser Interface, select the button in the "Boot" column for Plug 1, and then click on "Apply ." [...]

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4-1 4. Installation This section provides further details regarding the connections that are made in the process of installing the RPS. 4.1. Power Supply Connection Before you connect the RPS to your power supply , it is recommended to install the Cable Keepers, which will secure the power supply cables to the RPS unit. T o install the Cable Keeper[...]

4-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 4.2. Connection to Switched Outlets Connect the power cord from each device that you wish to control, to a Switched AC Outlet on the RPS unit. Note that when power is applied to the RPS in the default state, the Switched Outlets will all initially be switched "ON". RPS830 and RPS16[...]

4-3 Installation 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 RPS includes a default IP address (192.168.168.168) and a default subnet mask (255.255.255.0.) When installing the RPS in a working network environment, it i[...]

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5-1 5. Configuration 5.1. System Mode and User Mode In order to restrict access to sensitive command functions, the RPS 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 ou[...]

5-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.2. Communicating with the RPS In order to configure the unit or invoke command functions, you must first connect to the RPS and access the command mode. As discussed in Section 3, the RPS offers two separate command interfaces: the W eb Browser Interface, and the T ext Interface. The RPS[...]

5-3 Confi guration 5.2.1. Accessing the Web Browser Interface In order to issue commands via the W eb Browser Interface, the RPS must be connected to a TCP/IP network, and your PC must be equipped with a JavaScript enabled web browser (such as Internet Explorer™ or Netscape™ Navigator .) 1. Start your JavaScript enabled W eb Browser . 2. Key t[...]

5-4 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.2.2. Accessing the T ext Interface The T ext Interface can be accessed via Network, modem or local PC. In order to access the T ext Interface, your installation must include the following: • Access V ia Network: The RPS must be connected to your TCP/IP Network, and your PC must include a[...]

5-5 Confi guration T o access command mode via the T ext Interface, proceed as follows: 1. The RPS 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) V ia Modem: Start your com[...]

5-6 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.3. Configuration Menus As described in the sections that follow , configuration parameters for the RPS can be selected via the W eb Browser Interface or T ext Interface. Although the W eb Browser and T ext Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters, both interfaces allo[...]

5-7 Confi guration Figur e 5.3: General Parameters Menu - W eb Br owser Interface GENERAL PARAMETERS: 1. System Password: (undefined) 2. User Name: (undefined) 3. Site ID: (undefined) 4. Command Echo: On 5. Inactivity Timeout: 2 Mins 6. Command Confirmation: On 7. Automated Mode: Off 8. Manual Switch Button: On A. Default Parameters Enter Sele[...]

5-8 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide The General Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to be defined. • System Password: The RPS 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 fu[...]

5-9 Confi guration • Inactivity Timeout: Determines how long the RPS will wait for additional commands during periods of inactivity . When the T imeout Period elapses, the user will be disconnected from the RPS command mode. (Default = 2 Minutes.) • Command Confirmation: When enabled, the RPS will display a confirmation prompt before executi[...]

5-10 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.3.2. The Serial Parameters Menu The Serial Parameters Menus are used to configure the RPS's serial console port, and allow you to select parameters such as the baud rate, parity and modem initialization string. T o access the Serial Parameters Menus, proceed as follows: • W eb Bro[...]

5-11 Confi guration As shown in Figure 5.5 and Figure 5.6, the Serial Parameters Menus allow you to define the following parameters: Note: When the baud rate, data bits, parity or stop bits settings are changed via the console port, newly selected parameters will not be applied until the user exits and then re-enters command mode. • Baud Rate: [...]

5-12 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.3.3. The Plug Parameters Menus The Plug Parameters Menus are used to define Plug Names, Plug Passwords, boot/sequence delay times and Power Up Default values for each of the RPS’ s Switched AC Outlets. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the config[...]

5-13 Confi guration Note that when defining plug parameters via the W eb Browser Interface, the desired plug is selected using the dropdown menu at the top of the page. When defining plug parameters via the T ext Interface, the plug is selected using the /P n command (where n is the number or name of the desired plug.) The Plug Parameters Menu a[...]

5-14 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.3.3.1. Plug P asswords and Co-Location Features The Plug Passwords, which are defined via the Plug Parameters Menu(s) allow you to determine which plugs an individual user will be permitted to control. When a plug password is entered while logging into command mode, the user will be able[...]

5-15 Confi guration 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) Severa[...]

5-16 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 5.3.4. Network Parameters Menus The Network Parameters Menus are used to select the IP Address and other network parameters. • W eb Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the Setup Menus, and then click the "Network Parameters" button. The W eb Parameter[...]

5-17 Confi guration Figur e 5.9: Network Parameters - W eb Br owser Interface NETWORK PARAMETERS: 1. IP Address: 207.212.30.80 2. Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 3. Gateway Address: 207.212.30.1 4. Send MSS: 536 5. IP Security MAC Address: 00-09-9b-00-90-e0 Enter Selection, Press <ESC> to Exit ... Figur e 5.10: Network Parameters Menu - T ext Int[...]

5-18 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide IP SECURITY: 1. Security Mask #1: (undefined) 2. Mask #1 Action: Permit 3. Security Mask #2: (undefined) 4. Mask #2 Action: Permit 5. Security Mask #3: (undefined) 6. Mask #3 Action: Permit 7. Security Mask #4: (undefined) 8. Mask #4 Action: Permit 9. Security Mask #5: (undefined) 10. [...]

5-19 Confi guration Example 1: Deny access to all hosts except 192.1.1.5: Security Mask #1: 255.255.255.255 Mask #1 Action: Deny Security Mask #2: 192.1.1.5 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 be[...]

5-20 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide Figur e 5.12: T elnet Parameters Menu - W eb Browser Interface TELNET PARAMETERS: 1. Service: On 2. Telnet Port #: 23 3. Multiple Telnet: Off Enter Selection, Press <ESC> to Exit ... Figur e 5.13: T elnet Parameters Menu - T ext Interface 5.3.5. The T elnet Parameters Menus The T elne[...]

5-21 Confi guration The T elnet Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be defined. Please note that all parameters listed here are available via both the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface. • Service: Enables/Disables T elnet communication with the RPS unit. When this item is set to the "Off" condition, user’ s w[...]

5-22 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide Figur e 5.14: W eb Br owser Parameters Menu - W eb Browser Interface WEB SERVER: 1. Service: On 2. Server Port #: 80 Enter Selection, Press <ESC> to Exit ... Figur e 5.15: W eb Br owser Parameters Menu - T ext Interface 5.3.6. Web Server Parameters Menus The W eb Server Parameters Men[...]

5-23 Confi guration The W eb Server Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to be defined. Please note that all parameters listed here are available via both the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface. • Service: Enables/Disables the RPS’ s W eb Server . Note that when the W eb Server is disabled, you will not be able to communica[...]

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6-1 6. Operation As discussed in Section 5, "Configuration", the RPS offers two separate command interfaces; the W eb Browser Interface and the T ext Interface. Note that Both interfaces offer essentially the same command options and features, and that parameters defined via the W eb Interface will also apply when communicating via the [...]

6-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 4. Switching Plugs Off: Click the "Of f" button next to the desired plug(s), and then click "Apply ." T o switch all plugs Off, click the "Of f" button in the "All Plugs" row , and then click "Apply ." 5. Reboot Cycle: Click on the "Boot[...]

6-3 Operation 6.2. Operation via the T ext Interface When using the T ext 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 T ext Interface also includes a Help Menu, which summarizes all available RPS commands. T o display [...]

6-4 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 6.2.2. Switching and Reboot Commands - T ext Interface These commands can be used to switch plugs On/Off, reboot plugs or set plugs to their user-defined Power Up Default values. Plugs may be specified by name or number . Notes: • W ait for the command prompt to appear before entering ad[...]

6-5 Operation T o switch plugs On/Off, initiate a reboot cycle, or set plugs to their Power Up Default values, proceed as follows: 1. Switch Plug(s) On: T ype /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: T ype /OFF n and press [Enter]. Where "[...]

6-6 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 6.2.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - T ext Interface As described below , switching and reboot commands can be applied to only one Switched AC Outlet, or to an assortment of outlets. Notes: • When switching or reboot operations are initiated, Boot/ Sequence Delay times will be appli[...]

6-7 Operation 6.3. Logging Out of Command Mode When you have finished communicating with the RPS, it is important to always disconnect using either the "Log Out" button (W eb Browser Interface) or /X command (T ext Interface), rather than simply closing your browser window or communications program. When you disconnect using the Log Out [...]

6-8 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide T o enable 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, RPS functions will change as follows: 1. All Password Security Suppr essed: When a user at[...]

7-1 7. Saving and R estoring Configuration Parameters After the RPS 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 nee[...]

7-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 7.2. Restoring Saved P arameters This section describes the procedure for using ProComm to send saved parameters to the RPS. Note: Parameters that have been saved to an ASCII file can only be restored via the T ext Interface. This procedure cannot be performed via the W eb Browser Interface[...]

8-1 8. Upgrading the RPS Firmware When new , improved versions of the RPS 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 T ext Interface. • All other network ports wil[...]

8-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide 4. Set your communication program for ASCII Mode, then use the program’ s "Send File" function to transfer the upgrade file to the RPS. Select ASCII format, then specify the filename and directory location where the firmware upgrade file resides. 5. If the upload is successfu[...]

Apx-1 A . Interface Descriptions A.1. Console Port Interface Figur e A.1: Console Port Interface[...]

Apx-2 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide B. Specifications Power Input / Output: Model RPS820 (208 to 240 V AC) AC Input: T wo Separate Circuits; 10 Amps Maximum per Circuit • V oltage: 208 - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz • Connectors: T wo (2) IEC-320-C14 Inlets AC Outputs: • Connectors: Eight (8) IEC-320-C13 Outlets, Split into T wo [...]

Apx-3 Appendices Physical / Environmental: Size: Models RPS820 and RPS830 (Horizontal Mount): • Width: 17.5” (44.5 cm) Standard Rack • Depth: 7.0” (17.8 cm) • Height: 1.75” (4.5 cm) 1 Rack U Models RPS1620 and RPS1630 (V ertical Mount): • Width: 1.75" (4.5 cm) • Depth: 3.00" (7.6 cm) • Length: 43.75" (1 1 1.1 cm) W [...]

Apx-4 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide C. Customer Service C.1. Making a T echnical Support Query This section contains the following information about making a query; • Who to contact on page Apx-4 • Information needed when making a query on page Apx-6 • Making a support query via the Perle web page on page Apx-7 C.2. Wh[...]

Apx-5 Appendices C.3. Perle Support Centres Worldwide Notes: • Perle of fers free technical support to Perle Authorised Distributors and Registered Perle Resellers. • T o access technical support please visit the Perle website at www . perle.com/support. • If you are unable to find the information you require, please feel free to contact our[...]

Apx-6 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide C.4. Information Needed When Making a Query When you make a technical support enquiry please have the following information ready; Hint: Print out this page and fill in the table provided with the basic information you need. Item W rite details here Product name and version Problem descri[...]

Apx-7 Appendices C.5. Making a Support Query via the Perle Web P age If you have an internet connection, please send details of your problem to T echnical Support using the email links provided on the Perle web site (http://www .perle.com) in the 'Support' area. See also Perle support centres worldwide on page Apx-5 for email links and ot[...]

Apx-8 RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide T rademark and Copyright Information This document must not be reproduced in any way whatsoever , either printed or electronically , without the consent of: Perle Systems Limited 60 Renfrew Drive Markham ON Canada L3R 0E1 Perle reserves the right to make changes without further notice, to [...]

Index -1 Inde x A Activity Indicator RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-4 Automated Mode 5-9, 6-7 B Back Panel RPS820 and RPS830 2-1 Baud Rate Console Port 5-1 1 Boot/Sequence Delay 5-15 Boot/Sequence Delay T ime 6-8 Booting Plugs 6-5 Boot Command 6-6 Button Mode 5-9 C Cable Keepers 4-1 Circuit Breakers RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-5 RPS820 and RPS830 2-1 Co-location [...]

RPS Series: Remote Power Switches - User's Guide Index -2 M MAC Address 5-16 Main Power Switch RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-4 RPS820 and RPS830 2-2 Manual Operation 6-8 Manual Plug Control RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-4 RPS820 and RPS830 2-2 Manual Switch Button 5-9, 6-8 Master Power Switch RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-4 RPS820 and RPS830 2-2 Maximum Segment Size [...]

Index Index -3 Switched Outlets RPS1620 and RPS1630 2-4 RPS820 and RPS830 2-2 Switching Plugs 6-1 to 6-8, 6-5 System Mode 5-1, 5-14 System Password 5-8 System Ready Indicator RPS820 and RPS830 2-1 T T elnet Disable 5-20 to 5-21 Port Number 5-21 Service 5-21 T elnet Parameters Menu 5-20 T ext Interface 5-4 to 5-5, 6-3 to 6-5 T imeout 5-9 U Upgrade F[...]

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