ATEN Technology PN0108 User Manual

Power over the NET™

PN0108

User Manual

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PN0108 User Manual

FCC Information

This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

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User Notice

All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed `as is'. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.

The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE.

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Safety Instructions

General

 Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.  Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.  Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If

the device falls, serious damage will result.

 Do not use the device near water.  Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.  The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for

adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

 The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as

this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.

 Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.  Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

 The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on

the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

 The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national wiring codes.

 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the

power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the

ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

 T o help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and

decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

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 Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing

rests on any cables.

 When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power supplies,

observe the following guidelines:

 Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power

supply.

 Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.  If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the

system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.

 Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may

touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

 Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

 If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet

and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.

 The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.  Liquid has been spilled into the device.  The device has been exposed to rain or water.  The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.  The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service.

 The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions

are followed.

 Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions.

Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.

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Rack Mounting

 Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to

the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.

 Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the

rack first.

 Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from

the rack.

 Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a

device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers.

 After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a

locking position, and then slide the device into the rack.

 Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the

rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.

 Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.  Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a

rack.

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Power Cords

Use the cables supplied with this package. If it becomes necessary to replace the cables supplied with this package, be sure to use cables of at least the same standard as the ones provided.

Power Cord:

For models with a 220 - 240 V AC power supply, use a tandem (T blade) type attachment plug with ground connector power cord that meets the respective European country's safety regulations, such as VDE for Germany. The plug should comply with the VDE 0620 specification; the connector should comply with the VDE 0625 specification. A minimum 10 A, 0.75 mm cord (H05VV-F or VW-1) should be used.

Power Outlet Cords:

For models with a 220 - 240 V AC power supply, the connector should comply with the VDE 0625 or EN60320 specification. A minimum 10 A, 0.75 mm 3G power cord (H05VV-F or VW-1) should be used.

x 3G power

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Package Contents

The PN0108 package consists of: 1 PN0108 Station 1 AC Source Power Cord 8 Power Outlet Power Cords 8 Safe Shutdown Cables 1PON Cable (DB9 F to DB9 M) 1 Rack Mount Kit (Brackets and Phillips head hex M3 x 8 screws) 1 Foot Pad Set (4 pcs.) 1 Software CD 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty Registration Card

Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order. If anything is missing, or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.

Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on the PN0108 installation.

* Features may have been added to the PN0108 since this manual was printed.

Please visit our website to download the most up-t o-date version of the manual.

Manual Part No. PAPE-0239-3AXG

Printing Date:02/2007

All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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Contents

FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii

RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii

ALTUSEN Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xv

Chapter 1.

Introduction

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Chapter 2.

Hardware Setup

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Stacking and Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Stacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Single Stage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Daisy Chaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Chapter 3.

Browser Operation

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

The PN9108 Main Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Device Selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Device Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

The Power Status Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

The Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

The Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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Chapter 4.

Administration

Working Environment Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Date / Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Logout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Power Management Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

User Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Chapter 5.

Safe Shutdown and Reboot

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Automated Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Uninstalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Manual Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Windows 2000 / XP / Server 2003:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

NT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Chapter 6.

Out of Band Operation

OOB Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Computer Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Modem Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Dialog Box Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Direct Terminal Connection (HyperTerminal). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

HyperTerminal Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Indirect Terminal Connection (HyperTerminal). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Connection Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Final Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Direct Dial In Connection (PPP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Connection Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Finishing Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Indirect Dial In Connection (PPP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Connection Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Finishing Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

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Dial Out Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Connection Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Telnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Terminal Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Browser Access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Chapter 7.

Upgrading The Firmware

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Appendix

IP Address Determination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Trusted Certificates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Installing the Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Certificate Trusted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Administrator Login Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Null Modem Cable Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Battery Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

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About This Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your PN0108 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Overview

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the PN0108 system. Its

purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your installation.

Chapter 3, Logging In, describes the various methods that can be used to access the PN0108.

Chapter 4, Operation, explains how to set up and operate the PN0108 once you are logged in.

Chapter 5, Administration, describes the administrative procedures that are employed to configure the PN0108's working environment.

Chapter 6, Safe Shutdown and Reboot, shows you how to safely close a system down and reboot your devices without involving the danger to the file systems that simply killing the power supply does.

Chapter 7, Upgrading The Firmware, explains how to upgrade the PN0108's firmware with the latest available versions.

An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information regarding the PN0108.

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Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.

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[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means

1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential

→ Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for

to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].

steps.

example), that comes next. For example, Start means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

→ Run

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ALTUSEN Information

Online Registration

You can register your ALTUSEN product at our online e-Support Center:

http://support.aten.com.

Technical Support

North America Technical Phone Support

International Technical Phone Support

Email Support Email your questions and concerns to:

Online Support

 Technical Support  Troubleshooting  Documentation  Software Updates

Registered ALTUSEN product owners are entitled to telephone technical support. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center: 949-453-8885.

8. Contact your local dealer.

9. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center:(886-2) 8692-6959.

support@aten.com

10.Online technical support is available to

AL TSEN customers through our e-Support Center: http://support.aten.com.

11.Online troubleshooting that describes the

most commonly encountered problems and offers possible solutions to them; online documentation (including electronically available manuals); and the latest drivers and firmware for your product are available at the ALTUSEN website:

http://www.aten.com

When you contact ALTUSEN technical support with a problem, please have the following information ready beforehand:

 Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase.  Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level,

expansion cards, and software.

 Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred.  The sequence of operations that led up to the error.  Any other information you feel may be of help

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Product Information

For information about all of ALTUSEN's products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ALTUSEN on the web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller.

 In the United States of America, call: 866-ALTUSEN (258-8736)  In Canada and South America, call: 949-453-8885  In all other locations, call: 886-2-8692-6789  Visit ALTUSEN on the web at http://www.aten.com for a list of locations

and telephone numbers

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The PN0108 Power Over the NET™ is a control unit that offers remote power management for up to eight devices (computers, hubs, routers, etc.). When connected to an ATEN or Altusen TCP/IP accessible module via its PON (RS232) port – see the diagram below – it allows administrators from any computer connected to the internet, whether down the hall, or half way around the world – to control the power off, power on, and reboot status for each attached device. See Supported Devices, page 62 for a list of compatible ATEN/ALTUSEN devices.

Remote

Administrator

Local Terminal

Connection

PON (RS232)

Port

PN0108

TCP/IP

ATEN/ALTUSEN

Over IP Device

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For flexibility, the PON port can also be used to administer the PN0108 locally via a serial terminal session.

Local Terminal

Connection

PON (RS232)

Por t

PN0108

Up to 15 additional PN0108 units can be daisy chained down from the original unit, providing remote power management for up to 128 devices. Installation is fast and easy: plugging cables into their appropriate ports and a simple setup is all that is entailed.

Since the PN0108's firmware is upgradeable, you can stay current with the latest functionality improvements simply by downloading firmware updates from our website as they become available.

With its advanced features and ease of operation, the PN0108 is the most convenient, most reliable, and most cost effective way to remotely manage power access for multiple computer installations.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Features

 Remote power on/off/reboot control for eight outlets via TCP/IP and a

built in RS-232 PON (Power over the Net™) port

 Local power on/off/reboot control via the PN0108's PON port to the

computer's RS-232 port

 Daisy chain up to 15 additional stations to control up to 128 outlets  Manual switching between Local and Remote access for each port via

front panel push button switches

 Individual control of each port – users can set the power on sequence and

delay time for each port to allow equipment to be turned on in the proper order

 Easy setup and operation via a GUI interface  Provides three configuration/management methods: Browser; Telnet; or

Console Terminal

 Safe shutdown and rebooting for Windows systems*  Overcurrent protection and recovery for each AC port (110 V model only);

total port overcurrent protection (both models) – remote users can monitor the current status via the GUI interface

 Separate circuits for the unit's power and the power to the devices – the

power control status menu is still accessible even when an overcurrent condition trips the devices' circuit breaker

 On/Off scheduling – allows everything from a one-time start/shutdown, to

daily, weekly, etc. starts/shutdowns at user-specified times

 Port grouping – perform the same action on a specified group of ports  LEDs for easy status monitoring  Two level (Administrator and User) security  Configuration can be reset  Firmware upgradeable – daisy chained stations receive the upgrade via the

daisy chain bus

* Safe shutdown and rebooting is supported if the Power Monitor utility has

been installed (see Automated Setup, page 48).

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Requirements

 Browsers accessing the PN0108 must support SSL 128 bit encryption.  For the Java access, you must have Java J2RE (1.4 or higher) installed on

your computer. Java is available for free download from the Sun Java website: http://java.sun.com

 For cold booting of attached computers, the computer's BIOS must

support this feature.

 For Safe Shutdown:

 The computer must be running Windows (Windows 98 or higher).  The computer's BIOS must support Safe Shutdown – see Overview,

page 47, for detailed information.

 There must be an available COM port on the computer for the Safe

Shutdown cable to plug into.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Components

Front View

1

2 4 5 63

No. Item Description

1 Port LEDs The Port LEDs provide status information about their

2 Firmware

Upgrade Switch

corresponding AC outlet ports. There is one pair of LEDs for each port. The one on the left is the Remote Access LED; the one on the right is the Power LED:

 A Remote Access LED lights GREEN to indicate that the device

attached to its corresponding port is capable of being controlled remotely.

 A Power LED lights ORANGE to indicate that there is electricity

going to its corresponding outlet. The LED flashes under the following conditions:

 If Modem Ring Resume is enabled (see Modem Ring

Resume*, page 39), the outlet still receives electricity even

when it is OFF. The Power LED blinks OFF, then ON for 8 seconds, then repeats this sequence to indicate this situation.

 When a power status change is pending, the LED flashes

until the change has taken place.

 If both LEDs flash it indicates that there is either an overcurrent

situation, or the relay has failed. See Flashing Lightbulb, page 33, for more details.

During normal operation this switch is in the NORMAL position. The RECOVER position is used when performing a firmware upgrade. See Upgrading The Firmware, page 53, for upgrading details.

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No. Item Description

3 Power

Control Buttons

Each button (A to H), controls the power status of its corresponding AC output port as follows:

 Pressing the button for less than 3 seconds toggles the port

between Remote Access enabled and Remote Access disabled (Local Mode). If Remote Access is disabled, the switch does not allow the port to be managed from a remote connection. (The Remote Access LED is off when Remote Access Mode has been disabled for its corresponding port.)

 Under Local Mode, pressing and holding the button in for more

than 3 seconds switches the power to its corresponding port On or Off.

4 Reset

Switch

5 Station ID

LED

6 Power

Switch

Pressing and holding this switch in for more that three seconds resets the PN9108 to its factory default settings. This switch is recessed and must be pushed with a thin object, such as the end of a paper clip, or a ballpoint pen.

The PN0108's Station ID displays here. If this is a Single Station installation (See Single Stage Installation, page 11, or the First Station on a Daisy Chained installation (see Daisy Chaining, page 13), the PN0108 has a Station ID of 01.

This standard rocker switch powers the PN0108 On and Off.

Rear View

Chapter 1. Introduction

3 41 2

No. Item Description

1 Power

Socket

2Circuit

Breaker

3 AC Power

Outlets

4 Safe

Shutdown Ports

5PON

(Power over the NET™) Output Port

6 PON Input

Port

The power cable from the AC source plugs in here.

Press to reset the circuit.

The power cables that connect to the computers plug in here.

Provides safe shutdown and rebooting for Windows 98SE, ME, NT, 2000, XP and 2003 Server systems.

When daisy chaining PN9108 Stations, this is the Chain Out port. See p. 13 for daisy chaining details.

 For a single unit installation, or for the first station of a daisy

chained installation, the PON cable that connects to the CN6000 (or other compatible device - see Supported Devices, page 62), plugs in here.

 In a daisy chained installation, the PON cable from the Chain

Out port of the parent unit plugs in here.

 When performing a firmware upgrade, the PON cable that

connects the PN0108 to the computer that will transfer the upgraded firmware (see Preparation, page 53), plugs in here.

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Chapter 2

Hardware Setup

Before You Begin

1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page iv. Please review it before proceeding.

2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.

Stacking and Rack Mounting

Stacking

The PN0108can be placed on any appropriate level surface that can safely support its weight plus the weight of its attached cables. To place or stack the PN0108, remove the backing material from the bottom of the rubber feet that came with this package, and stick them onto the switch's bottom panel at the corners, as shown in the diagram, below

Note: To ensure adequate ventilation, allow at least 5.1 cm on each side, and

12.7cm at the back for power cord and cable clearance.

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Rack Mounting

The PN0108 can be installed in most standard 19" (1U) racks. To rack mount the unit do the following:

1. Use the screws supplied with your rack mounting kit to attach the rack mounting brackets to each side of the device:

Phillips Hex Head M3 x 8

Note: The unit can be installed either at the front or the back of the rack.

To install it at the back, simply screw the brackets into the holes at the rear of the unit.

2. Position the device in the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the hole in the rack.

3. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.

Note: Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.

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