Bay Technical Associates DS72 User Manual 2

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DATA SWITCH

DS72 ETHERNET Host Module

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Revision May 2008

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ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL........................................................................................................5

Connection Description.......................................................................................................................5

EIA-232 SERIAL CONNECTION.....................................................................................................5

10/100 BASE-T NETWORK PORT CONNECTION........................................................................6

EXTERNAL MODEM CONNECTION..............................................................................................6

Installation...............................................................................................................................................6

Power..................................................................................................................................................6

QUICK START: DS72 Module................................................................................................................7

Serial Port Setup.....................................................................................................................................8

Main Menu ..........................................................................................................................................8

Login Setup.........................................................................................................................................9

Network Port Configuration...............................................................................................................10

Cabling .................................................................................................................................................11

RJ-45 Cables and Adapters..............................................................................................................11

Adapters............................................................................................................................................12

Detailed Operation and Configuration ..................................................................................................13

Main Screen..........................................................................................................................................13

Configuration Menu ..............................................................................................................................14

Configuration Status..........................................................................................................................14

Serial Port Configuration...................................................................................................................15

Serial Port Device Name...................................................................................................................18

Attention Character...........................................................................................................................18

Disconnect Timeguard......................................................................................................................18

Connection Override.........................................................................................................................18

Connect Port ID Echo .......................................................................................................................18

Login Setup.......................................................................................................................................19

Header...........................................................................................................................................19

Access Control ..............................................................................................................................19

Manage Users...............................................................................................................................20

SNMP Configuration .........................................................................................................................21

SNMP Trap Host (X) IP Address...................................................................................................22

Read/Write Community String:......................................................................................................22

SNMP Enable................................................................................................................................22

Network Port Configuration...............................................................................................................23

IP Address.....................................................................................................................................23

Subnet Mask..................................................................................................................................24

Gateway ........................................................................................................................................24

Inactivity Timeout...........................................................................................................................24

Carriage Return Translation..........................................................................................................24

Break Length.................................................................................................................................25

DHCP/Telnet/BootP.......................................................................................................................25

Unit ID...............................................................................................................................................25

Upgrade Firmware ............................................................................................................................26

Active Restore ...................................................................................................................................26

RPC Management.............................................................................................................................27

Temperature Alarm Threshold.......................................................................................................27

Multiple Strip Current Monitor........................................................................................................27

Under Voltage Alarm Threshold....................................................................................................27

Over Voltage Alarm Threshold......................................................................................................28

Low Current Alarm Threshold........................................................................................................28

Environmental Sensors .................................................................................................................28

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Status ...................................................................................................................................................30

Unit Reset.............................................................................................................................................31

Troubleshooting:...................................................................................................................................31

Functional Solutions:.........................................................................................................................31

DS72 Factory reset Procedure..........................................................................................................33

DS72 External Modem Configuration................................................................................................35

BayTech Product Warranty...................................................................................................................36

Technical Support.................................................................................................................................37

Return Authorization Process:..............................................................................................................38

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ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL

This document provides information required for installing and operating your Bay Tech equipment. It should allow the user to connect, power up, and access an applications menu where peripheral equipment can be controlled. We recommend reading this manual carefully, while placing special emphasis on correct cabling and configuration. If you have any problems with your installation, please contact a BayTech Applications Engineer at 228-563-7334, or toll free from anywhere in the United States using 1-800-523-2702 or contact us at our Web Site, www.baytech.net.

BayTech manufactures many remote site management products, data switches, data collection multiplexers, and remote power controllers. If you would like information on any of these products, please contact BayTech Customer Service at the above numbers or visit our web site.

Conventions used in this manual include:

CAUTION: This term is used to denote any condition that could possibly result in physical harm to personnel or damage to equipment. IMPORTANT: This term is used to denote conditions that could result in the loss of communications or to highlight the proper functioning of equipment. NOTE: This term is used to denote items of interest to the user.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The information in this document is proprietary to Bay Technical Associates, Inc.

In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Bay Technical Associates, Inc reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice.

Bay Technical Associates, Inc does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

BayTech units are in accordance with the general requirements of Standard for Information Technology Equipment (ETL listed, conforms to ANSI/UL STD 60950-1-2003 CERTIFIED CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 60950-1-03, UL STD 231 8TH EDITION, UL STD 1950 3RD EDITION CERTIFIED CAN/CSA 22.2 NO. 950-95, CE conforms to IEC 60950-1).

<cr>: Carriage Return or ENTER

Connection Description

BayTech's DS72 host communication module provides an interface that controls user access to the DS Series data switch and other DS Series connected modules. The DS72 is a system data controller that directs operations between the base unit, system modules and externally connected devices.

EIA-232 SERIAL CONNECTION

The DS-Series host communications modules have an RJ-45 port which uses an 8-pin crossed modular cable to connect to a local EIA-232 device such as a computer terminal or external modem. Most serial computers do not have RJ-45 connections; therefore an adapter is provided with this unit to convert from a DE-9 connector to an RJ-45 connector (Bay Tech Part No. 9FRJ45PC-4). An adapter to convert

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from a DB-25 connector to an RJ-45 connector is also available from Bay Tech, upon request (Bay Tech Part No. 25FRJ45PC-4). The 8-pin crossed modular cable is configured for these adapters.

NOTE: Use rollover (RJ08X007) RJ-45 cables when using modular connectors to interface the DS-Series to another BayTech product with modular connectors, such as the RPC Remote Power Control Unit.

10/100 BASE-T NETWORK PORT CONNECTION

Using a straight 10/100 Base-T cable, connect the RJ-45 port labeled ETHERNET on the HOST module to an RJ-45 port on the network hub. The LINK (link integrity) LED, located on the front panel of the HOST, illuminates when a good connection is established between the HOST and the hub.

EXTERNAL MODEM CONNECTION

Using the 25MRJ45MD-6 adapter (or other applicable adapter) and the RJ08X007 crossed cable, connect the COM (or serial) port of the modem to the RJ-45 port labeled EIA-232 on the DS62-MD4 module. Using an RJ04X007 (RJ-11) modular cable, connect the port labeled “LINE” on the modem to the Telco wall jack. Using communications software package, dial the modem. Setup Instruction at end of manual.

Installation

UNPACKING

Compare the unit and serial number of the equipment you received to the packing slip located on the outside of the box. Inspect equipment carefully for damage that may have occurred in shipment. If there is damage to the equipment or if materials are missing, contact BayTech technical support at 228- 563-7334 or call toll free inside the United States at 800-523-2702. At a minimum, you should receive the following:

1. The DS72 Module.

2. Manual insert describing the location of the User’s Guide on BayTech’s website at

www.baytech.net.

3. Power Cords that may be attached to the unit (if order requested detachable cords).

4. 1 ea. DE-9 (9 pin) PC com port adapter -- 9FRJ45PC (with Cisco Interface) or 9FRJ45PC-1.

5. 1 ea. RJ-45 Roll over cable -- RJ08X007.

NOTE: Keep shipping container and packing material in the event future shipment is required.

PREPARING THE INSTALLATION

The installation area should be clean and free of extreme temperatures and humidity. Allow sufficient space behind the DS unit for cabling and receptacle connections. Access to installation site should be restricted to authorized personnel. Installation of these units should be limited to ITE and Telco server environments.

Power

CAUTION: This unit is intended for indoor use only in a clean and free of extreme temperatures and humidity. Do not install near water or expose this unit to moisture. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. Do not use extension cords. Do not attempt to make any internal changes

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to the power source. Do not attempt to modify any portion or component of a DS72 module unless specifically directed by BayTech Technical Support. BayTech must perform any internal changes.

CAUTION: High-voltage surges and spikes can damage this equipment. To protect from such power surges and spikes, this unit must have a good earth ground. A grounding screw connection is located near the power switch on the back of the unit.

CAUTION: Before removing or replacing any modules, turn off main power switch located on the DS-Series Base Unit. Communication to the DS-Series Data Switch will be disrupted while power is off.

QUICK START: DS72 Module

by Bay Technical Associates

For those Administrators who have requested the bare minimum for this type of equipment, follow these steps exactly. If this is a new unit shipped directly from Baytech, follow the steps. If this is a previously own unit, perform a factory reset to clear out any users and passwords still in the unit.

Ethernet Controller Configuration:

Before continuing your System Administrator needs to tell you to use DHCP or BOOTP or give you an IP Address, Subnet Address, and Gateway Address.

1. Connect the 9FRJ45PC-4 or 9FRJ45PC-1 adapter to your PC.

2. Connect the supplied rollover flat cable RJ08X007 to the adapter and to the EIA232 serial port on the Baytech DS62 Module.

3. Use terminal emulation software to access the unit, (i.e. Microsoft Hyper-terminal). Set the PC serial port configuration to the following: 9600 bps, 8 data bits, 1stop bit and no parity.

4. If you get only a blinking cursor Press ‘Enter’. If still only a blinking cursor, Type 5 semi-colons (;),The Attention Character will not echo on the screen. There is a one second delay before the menu is displayed. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 1).

5. Select ‘C’ for the configuration menu.

6. Select the DS72 module. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 2).

7. Select the number for ‘Login Setup’ option. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 3).

8. Select the number for ‘Manage Users’ option. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 4).

9. NOTE: The ‘admin’ user can not be deleted.

10. Select ‘A’ to add user. Type the name and password at the prompts.

11. Press ‘Enter’ until get to the ‘Login Setup Menu’ (Figure 3).

12. Select option ‘Access Control’ to enable or disable the Tenet and Serial Login Prompt.

13. Press ‘Enter’ until you get the Configuration menu (Figure 2).

14. Select ‘Network Port Configuration’ option. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 5).

15. If your System Administrator requires you to use DHCP, then select ‘DHCP Enable/Disable’ and type ‘Y’ to enable DHCP. If you wish to assign a static IP address to this unit, Disable the DHCP and go to step 18.

16. Press ‘Enter’ until you are asked to ‘Accept Changes’. Type ‘Y’ to accept changes or ‘N’ to decline changes.

17. After Accepting or Declining Changes Pres ‘Enter ‘ until you get the Network Access Menu (Figure 1).

18. Select ‘Unit reset’ to update the external connections. Once the reset is completed (1 minute) connect the Baytech device to your network using an Ethernet cable.

19. If you disabled the DHCP in step 15, you should see a menu similar to (Figure 5).

20. Select the ‘IP Address’ option and type the assigned IP address and press ‘Enter’.

21. Select the ‘Subnet Mask’ option and type the assigned subnet mask address and press ‘Enter’.

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22. Select the ‘Gateway Address’ option and type the assigned Gateway address and press ‘Enter’.

23. Press ‘Enter’ until you are asked to ‘Accept Changes’. Type ‘Y’ to accept changes.

24. Press ‘Enter’ until you get the Network Access Menu, (Figure 1).

25. Select ‘Unit reset’ to update the external connections. Once the reset is completed (1 minute) connect the Baytech device to your network using an Ethernet cable.

At this point you have setup enough basic configurations to operate this Baytech unit.

Serial Port Setup

• Connect the 9FRJ45PC-4 adapter to the user’s computer

• Connect the Host Module’s EIA-232 port to the adapter via the RJ08X007 rolled flat ribbon

cable.

• Default configuration is 9600 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity.

NOTE: At any time during the session you need to go to another menu, use the Attention Character = semi-colon (;). Press the attention character key 5 consecutive times to get back to

the main status menu. NOTE: Depending on the DS-Series model, the menus will vary according to the number of DS74

modules installed in the unit. If this is not an initial set-up and Password has already been enabled, you are prompted to login. After logging in successfully, invoke the main menu by sending the attention character five times (;;;;;).

NOTE: Password feature is case sensitive. (Default is user/password is root/baytech)

Main Menu

The following Menu appears or similar:

Figure 1

Module: 2 Attention Character: ;

Device A ................1

Device B ................2

Device C ................3

Device D ................4

DS-RPC ................5 Status of outlets

Configure.......................C Module Setup

Status..........................S Current Setup Configuration

Unit Reset......................RU Resets the DS-Unit, terminates internal,

external modem connections, allow 10 seconds for reset.

Logout..........................T

Select option ‘C’ for the configuration menu. Select the DS72 module option and the following menu is displayed:

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Figure 2

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Status..........................1 Current status of DS72 module

Serial Port Configuration.......2 Change port config, 9600, 8, 1, none

Port Device Name................3 Change the name of the module port

Attention Character.............4 (;;;;;) get Main Menu

Disconnect Timeguard............5 Delay to see if more data after ‘;’

char

Connection Override.............6 User override another for priority

Connect Port ID Echo............7 Enable echo module & port#, device

name

SNMP Configuration..............9 Trap Address, Read/Write,

Enable/Disable

Network Port Configuration......10 Ethernet configuration menu

Unit ID.........................11 Name of the module

Upgrade Firmware................12 FTP-Firmware upgrade w/user password

Active Restore..................13 Allow units to internally reset for

freezes, login idle timeouts,

RPC Management..................14 Set thresholds temp/v/c

Exit............................X,CR

Enter Request :1

Select option ‘8’ to add users with passwords and Enable/Disable access to the Network and Serial ports. Select option ‘10’ to configure the Ethernet port

Figure 3

Header..........................1 Enable/Disable Header for each menu

Access Control..................2 Enable/Disable Network/Serial port

user name and password

Manage Users....................3 Add/Delete users and change passwords

Exit............................X,CR

Header

This allows the admin to have enable or disable Header upon connection to the host module.

Access Control

This security feature allows the admin to enable or disable usernames and passwords for both serial and modem port access.

Manage Users

This option allows the administrator to change user passwords or add/delete new users. Up to 19 users plus an administrator allowed. Usernames are case sensitive and alphanumeric.

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Figure 4

User Management Menu To change user password, enter number of user.

To add/delete user, select appropriate menu choice. Enter request, CR to exit menus.

A)...Add user

1)...admin Enter Request :a

Network Port Configuration

Figure 5

Network Configuration IP Address: 0.0.0.0 Subnet Mask: 0.0.0.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Ethernet Address: 00.C0.48.06.57.4C Connection Inactivity Timeout (mins): Disabled Carriage Return Translation: Disabled Break Length (msecs): 350 DHCP is Disabled Bootp is Enabled Telnet is Enabled

IP Address........................1 Ethernet port IP Address 0.0.0.0

Subnet Mask.......................2 Tells when to listen Address 0.0.0.0

Gateway Address...................3 Router/Hub/Switch IP Address 0.0.0.0

Inactivity Timeout................4 Set timeout, in minutes

(<=120,0=disable)

Carriage Return Translation.......5 Enable/Disable

Break Length......................6 Set in milliseconds (<=10000,

0=disable)

Bootp.............................7 Enable/Disable

DHCP..............................8 Enable/Disable

Telnet............................9 Enable/Disable

Exit...........................X,CR

IMPORTANT: For network access, either Enable the DHCP, BOOTP or disable the DHCP and BOOTP, then configure the IP addresses, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address. The module must be reset for network changes to take effect.

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Cabling

RJ-45 Cables and Adapters

DS72 EIA-232 RJ-45 Pin/Signal Definition

Pin EIA 232

Signal

1 DTR Out

2 GND Signal Ground 3 RTS Out

4 TX Out Transmit Data Out 5 RX In Receive Data In 6 DSR In

7 GND Signal Ground 8 CTS In

Adapters Signals

Listed are the pin specifications for the BayTech cable and adapters and the terminal COM ports:

Signal

Direction

Description

Handshake, Line Driver Inactive State = High: +12V when power is applied. Used as a handshake line to enable/disable the receiving of characters.

Handshake, Line Driver Inactive State = High: +12 V when power is applied. Not used to enable/disable.

Handshake In. –12V when not used.

Used as a handshake line to enable/disable the receiving of characters.

RS-232

Signal

DTR 1 1 4 20 DSR

GND 2 2 1 GND

RTS 3 3 7 5 CTS

TxD 4 4 3 2 RxD RxD 5 5 2 3 TxD

DSR 6 N/C 6 6 DTR

GND 7 7 5 7 GND

CTS 8 8 4 RTS DTR 4 DCD

DCD 8 1 8 DTR

Port (DS)

RI 9 22

RS-232

Port (RPC)

COM Port DE-9 Pin

COM Port DB-25 Pin

Adapters

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9FRJ45PC-4 RJ08X007

Figures 1 and 2 provide visual representation of an RJ-45 receptacle and plug.

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