Black Box SWI069A User Manual

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AUGUST 2000

SWI069A

Network Power Switch

Network Power Switch

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TRADEMARKS

TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL

ProComm is a registered trademark of DATASTORM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.™

UNIX is a registered trademark of UNIX Systems Laboratories, Inc.

Any other trademarks used in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of
the trademark owners.

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

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CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance
with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the
interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM STATEMENT

NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM)

ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de
que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc..

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que
sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá
a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser
referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar
en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de
ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del
tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.

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12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización
del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del
aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas
de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea
usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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CONTENTS

Contents

Chapter Page

1. Specifications ..........................................................................................................7

2. Introduction............................................................................................................8

2.1 Description ..................................................................................................8

2.2 Features ........................................................................................................8

2.3 Physical Description ....................................................................................9

2.3.1 Front Panel ......................................................................................9

2.3.2 Back Panel ......................................................................................10

3. Installation ............................................................................................................11

3.1 Option Switches ........................................................................................11

3.2 Console Port Connection..........................................................................12

3.3 Connecting an External Modem ..............................................................12

3.4 Connecting the Network Cable ................................................................12

3.5 Power Supply Connection ........................................................................12

3.6 Connection to Switched Outlets ..............................................................13

3.7 Reset Unit to Defaults................................................................................13

3.7.1 Default Parameters Option ..........................................................13

3.7.2 Default Button (Local)..................................................................14

4. Configuration ......................................................................................................15

4.1 System Mode and User Mode ..................................................................15

4.2 Communicating with the Network Power Switch....................................16

4.3 Network Power Switch Command/Menu Conventions..........................18

4.4 Defining General Parameters ..................................................................18

4.5 Plug Parameters ........................................................................................20

4.6 Network Parameters ..................................................................................22

4.6.1 Implementing IP Security ............................................................23

4.7 Save Configuration Parameters ................................................................24

5. Operation..............................................................................................................25

5.1 Access the Network Power Switch Command Mode ..............................25

5.2 Displaying Plug Status................................................................................26

5.3 Boot/On/Off Commands ........................................................................27

5.3.1 Applying Commands to Several Plugs..........................................28

5.4 The Default Command..............................................................................29

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5.5 Other Commands ......................................................................................29

5.5.1 Log In as Different User................................................................29

5.5.2 Reset Network Port........................................................................29

5.5.3 Exit/Disconnect ............................................................................29

5.6 Operating Tips ..........................................................................................30

6. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters ..............................................31

6.1 Sending Parameters to a File ....................................................................31

6.2 Restoring Saved Parameters......................................................................31

Appendix A: Interface Descriptions ........................................................................33

Appendix B: Troubleshooting ..................................................................................34

B.1 Calling Black Box ......................................................................................34

B.2 Shipping and Packaging............................................................................34

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CHAPTER 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Power Input/Output

AC Inputs — Dual bus circuits, 15 Amps each

Voltage — 100–140 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Connectors — IEC-320 inlet, line cords supplied

AC Outputs — (8) outputs: 1–4 Bus A, 5–8 Bus B (15-Amp rating),

NEMA 5-15 outlet

Load — 15 Amps total for each bus

Modem and Console Port Interface

Connector — DB9M, RS-232C, DTE

Coding — Serial ASCII, 8 bits, no parity

Speed — 2400 bps, 9600 bps, 19.2 kbps, 38.4 kbps

Physical

LED Indicators — ON, RDY, RXD, DCD, NET, Outlet ON (1–8)

Venting — Side vents, dissipates 12 watts max. (do not block

vents)

Operating Temperature — 32 to 115°F (0 to 45°C)

Humidity — 10 to 90%, non-condensing

Size — 2.8"H x 17"W x 6.8"D (7.1 x 43.2 x 17.3 cm); 19-inch

width with rack mounts

Shipping Weight — 10 lb. (4.5 kg)

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2. Introduction

2.1 Description

Network equipment sometimes locks up, requiring a service call just to flip the
power switch to perform a simple reboot. The Network Power Switch gives network
administrators the ability to perform this function from anywhere on the
LAN/WAN, or if the network is down, to simply dial in from a modem for out-of­band power control.

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The Network Power Switch can communicate over any TCP/IP network using
generic Telnet, or out-of-band using an external modem and terminal emulation.
Each outlet can be assigned an individual password, device name, reboot delay
time, and unique power-up default status.

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ECURITY ANDCO-LOCATIONFEATURES

Address-specific IP security masks prevent unauthorized network access to the
Network Power Switch command mode. The Network Power Switch provides two
password security levels: System level and User level. The System password allows
access to all configuration and command functions. The User password allows
access only to assigned plugs. User-level security features are ideal for co-location
applications, where multiple users may be allowed plug-specific access to the
Network Power Switch.

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ASY TOCONFIGURE

Reboots and plug switching are controlled by simple ASCII commands sent to the
Switch via network, modem, or from a local PC. Set-up and configuration is also
simple; easy-to-follow menus lead you through the installation process.

2.2 Features

• Turn on or off any AC-powered device via telnet, modem, or local terminal.

• Eight individual switched outlets.

• Dual 15-Amp circuits.

• Two levels of outlet-specific password security plus network security.

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2.3 Physical Description

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RONTPANEL

The LEDs on the front panel are described below.

➀ ON: Lights when AC Power is applied to the Network Power Switch.
➁ RDY: Flashes when the Network Power Switch is ready to receive commands.
➂ RXD: Lights when the Network Power Switch receives commands.
➃ DCD: Lights when the Modem Port detects the Carrier.
➄ NET: Lights when a Telnet session is in progress.
➅ Bus A Indicators (1–4): Lit when the corresponding Plug is switched On.
➆ Bus B Indicators (5–8): Lit when the corresponding Plug is switched On.