Western Telematic IPS-15 User Manual

IPS-15Internet Power SwitchUser's Guide

2.2.2. Satellite Unit Back PanelThe back panel of the IPS-15 Satellite Unit includes a switched ACoutlet, a power inlet, and a circuit breaker as desc

3. Quick StartThis Quick Start procedure is included primarily to provide a quickdemonstration of IPS capabilities. In order to take full advantage of

5. Console Port: The IPS's serial Console port is an RS232C,DB9 connector, wired in a DTE configuration, which allowsyou to attach either a local

For Optional Satellite Units OnlySteps 8 through 13 apply only to installations that include optionalIPS Satellite Units. If your installation does no

3.2. Communicating with the IPS-15Note that the IPS offers two different user interfaces: a Web BrowserInterface and a Text Interface. The Web Browser

3. Test Switching Functions: When the IPS-15 is powered up,the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. Totest On/Off/Reboot functions, proc

4. Log Out: When you have finished exploring the IPS-15'sWeb Interface, click on the "Log Out" button to terminateyour connection to th

1. Access the IPS-15 Command Mode: In order to invokecommands or view status screens, you must first access theIPS-15 Command Mode.a) Telnet Access: S

2. Test Switching Commands: When the IPS-15 is powered up,the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. Totest On/Off/Reboot functions, proce

4. InstallationThis section provides further details regarding the connections thatare made in the process of installing the IPS-15. For a briefdescri

4.3. Console Port ConnectionThe Console Port is a male, RS232C DB9 connector, wired in a DTEconfiguration similar to an AT computer. The Console Port

4.5. Connecting Optional IPS SatelliteUnitsIf desired, up to 16 optional IPS Satellite Units can be connected toeach IPS Master Unit. Satellite units

c) When addresses are assigned to a series of IPS SatelliteUnits, all satellites that share a specific address (forexample "2"), are conside

5. Configuration5.1. System Mode and User ModeIn order to restrict access to sensitive command functions, the IPSfeatures two operating modes; System

5.2. Communicating with the IPSIn order to configure the unit or invoke command functions, the usermust first connect to the IPS and access the comman

3. Password Prompt: The IPS will display a prompt, whichasks for your name and password.a) User Name: If you have not previously defined a username, t

c) Via Network: The IPS-15 includes a default IP address(192.168.168.168), which allows you to contact the unitfrom any network node on the same subne

5.3. Configuration MenusAs described in the sections that follow, configuration parametersfor the IPS can be selected via the Web Browser Interface or

The General Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to bedefined. Please note that, except where indicated, all parameters areavailable via bo

·User Name: (Optional) The User Name allows you to set up anadditional layer of security for web access to the command modeby requiring that users cor

Table of Contents1. Introduction...1-12. Unit Description...2-12.1. The Master (Main) Unit

·Command Echo: Enables/Disables command echo. Whenenabled, ASCII commands sent via the Text Interface to the IPSwill be echoed back, allowing keystrok

5.3.2. Plug Parameters MenusThe Plug Parameters Menus are used to define names and boot delaytimes for each of the IPS's five "Zones".

Please note that the major difference between the Web BrowserInterface and Text Interface in this case, is that the Web Interfaceallows you to select

·Gateway Address: Defines the Gateway Address for the IPSunit. (Default = undefined.)·Send MSS: Defines the Maximum Segment Size that will be sentby t

5.3.3.1. IP Security FeatureThe IP Security feature can be used to restrict unauthorized IPaddresses from establishing a connection with the IPS-15. I

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 Mask #1 Action: DenySecurity

The Telnet Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to bedefined. Please note that all parameters listed here are available viaboth the Web Bro

Web Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access theconfiguration menus, and then click the Web Server Parametersbutton. The Web Se

5.4. Save Configuration ParametersThe IPS-15 offers two methods for saving parameters; Saving toFlash Memory, and Saving to an ASCII File.Saving param

6. OperationAs discussed in Section 5, "Configuration", the IPS-15 offers twoseparate command interfaces; the Web Browser Interface and theT

7. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters...7-17.1. Sending Parameters to a File...7-17.2. Restoring Saved Parameter

6.2. Operation via the Web BrowserInterfaceWhen using the Web Browser Interface, all switching commands areinvoked via the Plug Status Screen, which a

To invoke On/Off/Boot commands or view plug status via the WebBrowser Interface, proceed as follows:1. Access the IPS-15 Command Mode as described inS

6.3. Operation via the Text InterfaceWhen using the Text Interface, all switching functions are performedby invoking simple, ASCII commands. ASCII com

To Switch Plugs, or initiate a Boot Cycle, proceed as follows:1. Switch Plug(s) On: To power-on a plug, type /ON n andpress [Enter]. Where "n&quo

6.3.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs -Text InterfaceAs described below, Boot/On/Off commands can be applied to onlythe switched outlet on the IPS

6.5. The Automated ModeThe Automated Mode allows the IPS to execute switching andreboot commands, without displaying menus or generating responsemessa

2. Status Screen Suppressed: The status screens will not beautomatically displayed after commands are successfullyexecuted. Note however, that the /S

7. Saving and RestoringConfiguration ParametersAfter the IPS has been properly configured, parameters can bedownloaded and saved as an ASCII text file

7.2. Restoring Saved ParametersThis section describes the procedure for using ProComm to sendsaved parameters to the IPS.Note: Parameters that have be

A. Interface DescriptionsA.1. Console Port InterfaceA.2.Straight Wired RJ11 CablesFigure A.1: Console Port InterfaceFigure A.2: Straight Wired RJ11 Ca

1. IntroductionElectronic equipment sometimes "locks-up," requiring a service calljust to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot.

B. SpecificationsPower Input / Output ; Model IPS-115M (115 VAC)AC Input: 15 Amps MaxVoltage: 105-120VAC60HzConnector: IEC-320 Inlet, Line Cord Suppli

C. Customer ServiceCustomer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST/PDT,Monday through Friday. When calling, please be prepared to givethe name

Trademark and Copyright InformationWTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western TelematicIncorporated. All other product names mentioned in thi

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Easy to Configure, Easy to UseThe IPS can be configured over the network, via modem, or locallyvia the IPS console port. Easy to use commands let you

2. Unit Description2.1. The Master (Main) Unit2.1.1. Master Unit Front PanelAs shown in Figure 2.1, the front panel of the IPS-15 Master Unitincludes

ÆPlug Indicator and Manual Control Button: An On/OffIndicator and Manual Control Button for the Master Unit'sswitched plug. To manually switch th

2.2. The Optional Satellite UnitThe optional, IPS-15 Satellite Unit allows you to add switchedoutlets whenever you need them. Satellite Units can be s