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Contents

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

1.1 Networking.....................................................................................................................................................................2

1.2 Safety Precautions..........................................................................................................................................................2

1.2.1 General Safety Precautions..........................................................................................................................................2

1.2.2 Battery.........................................................................................................................................................................4

1.3 Unpacking and Acceptance............................................................................................................................................5

1.4 Installation Scenario.......................................................................................................................................................6

1.5 Installation Process.........................................................................................................................................................9

2 Installation Preparations............................................................................................................11

2.1 Preparing Tools.............................................................................................................................................................12

2.2 Preparing Documents...................................................................................................................................................13

3 Hardware Installation.................................................................................................................15

3.1 Installing an eBat..........................................................................................................................................................16

3.2 Installing an eMeter......................................................................................................................................................19

3.3 Installing an eBox.........................................................................................................................................................21

3.3.1 Inside an Outdoor Cabinet.........................................................................................................................................22

3.3.2 Inside an Indoor Equipment Room............................................................................................................................24

3.3.3 Connecting Cables.....................................................................................................................................................27

3.4 Setting eBox Parameters...............................................................................................................................................30

3.4.1 Setting eBox Parameters Using eConfig...................................................................................................................31

3.4.1.1 Setting eBox FE Interface Parameters....................................................................................................................32

3.4.1.2 Setting eBox GPRS Interface Parameters..............................................................................................................35

3.4.1.3 Setting eBox RS485 Interface Parameters..............................................................................................................38

3.4.2 Setting eBox Parameters Manually...........................................................................................................................41

3.4.2.1 Setting eBox Parameters in FE Port-based.............................................................................................................41

3.4.2.2 Setting eBox Parameters in GPRS-Based..............................................................................................................45

3.5 Field Networking..........................................................................................................................................................48

3.6 Setting Number of Battery Strings...............................................................................................................................51

3.7 Querying Battery Information......................................................................................................................................53

3.8 Setting current transducer information of eMeter........................................................................................................54

3.9 Verifying the Hardware Installation.............................................................................................................................55

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4 Software Installation...................................................................................................................57

4.1 Hardware Requirements...............................................................................................................................................58

4.2 Installing the eBIMS.....................................................................................................................................................58

4.3 Verifying the Software Installation..............................................................................................................................63

4.4 Registering the eBIMS.................................................................................................................................................70

4.4.1 Loading a New License File Before the Initial License Expires...............................................................................70

4.4.2 Loading a New License File After the Initial License Expires.................................................................................72

4.5 Uninstalling the eBIMS................................................................................................................................................74

5 FAQ................................................................................................................................................75

5.1 How Can I Modify the Database eBIMS IP Address?.................................................................................................77

5.2 How Can I Connect the eBox to a Laptop?..................................................................................................................77

5.3 How Can I Do If an Access Failure Message Is Displayed?........................................................................................80

5.4 How Can I Enable Automatic prompting for file downloads of the Internet Explorer?..............................................81

5.5 How Do I Set a Database User Name and Password?..................................................................................................81

5.6 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password?............................................................................................................82

5.7 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password of maintenance tool?...........................................................................82

5.8 How Do I Reinstall the eBIMS System?......................................................................................................................83

5.9 How Can I Handle the Problem that Forward and Backward Buttons Are Unavailable When Accessing the eBIMS

Using the Internet Explorer?...............................................................................................................................................83

5.10 How Can I Handle the Problem that Web Page Cannot Be Displayed Normally When Using the Internet Explorer on

Windows 2008 OS?............................................................................................................................................................83

5.11 How Can I Handle the Problem that Security Warnings Are Displayed When Logging in to the eBIMS?..............84

5.12 How Can I Handle the Problem of Internet Explorer Closing When Logging In to the eBIMS?..............................84

5.13 How Can I Handle the Problem of Failure in Logging In to the eBIMS When Cookies Are Disabled?...................85

5.14 How Can I Handle the Problem of Layout Disorder When Logging In to the eBIMS?............................................85

5.15 How Can I Handle the Problem that Exporting eBIMS Data Fails Using the Internet Explorer?.............................85

5.16 How Can I Handle the Problem that Login to the eBIMS Fails and the Account Is Locked?...................................86

5.17 How to change eBox command line password...........................................................................................................86

5.18 How to import CA Certificate?..................................................................................................................................87

5.19 How to create self-signed certificate?.........................................................................................................................88

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Figure 1-1 eBIMS networking.................................................................................................................................2

Figure 1-2 Deployment inside an outdoor cabinet..................................................................................................7

Figure 1-3 Deployment inside a data center battery room.......................................................................................8

Figure 1-4 Deployment inside a site equipment room.............................................................................................9

Figure 1-5 eBIMS installation flowchart...............................................................................................................10

Figure 3-1 eBats installed on batteries...................................................................................................................16

Figure 3-2 Removing insulation covers from a battery.........................................................................................17

Figure 3-3 Remove screws....................................................................................................................................17

Figure 3-4 Installing blade terminals.....................................................................................................................17

Figure 3-5 Installing cables...................................................................................................................................18

Figure 3-6 Inserting cable connectors....................................................................................................................18

Figure 3-7 Removing the adhesive tape from the eBat bottom.............................................................................19

Figure 3-8 eBat installed on a battery....................................................................................................................19

Figure 3-9 eBat installed on the side of a battery..................................................................................................19

Figure 3-10 Installation of current transducer.......................................................................................................20

Figure 3-11 Connect eMeter with current transducer............................................................................................20

Figure 3-12 The connection of eMeter and battery string.....................................................................................21

Figure 3-13 Antenna..............................................................................................................................................22

Figure 3-14 Removing the adhesive tape from the bottom of the eBox rear panel...............................................22

Figure 3-15 Attaching the rear panel to the installation position..........................................................................23

Figure 3-16 Installing the antenna.........................................................................................................................23

Figure 3-17 eBox installed inside an outdoor cabinet...........................................................................................24

Figure 3-18 eBox installation position requirements.............................................................................................24

Figure 3-19 Drilling a hole in the installation position..........................................................................................25

Figure 3-20 Installing a plastic expansion anchor.................................................................................................25

Figure 3-21 Installing a tapping screw..................................................................................................................26

Figure 3-22 Installation effect drawing 1..............................................................................................................26

Figure 3-23 Installation effect drawing 2..............................................................................................................26

Figure 3-24 RS485 pins.........................................................................................................................................27

Figure 3-25 eBox powered by the 48 V power supply system..............................................................................28

Figure 3-26 eBox powered by the 220 V power supply system............................................................................28

Figure 3-27 Cable connections in FE communication mode.................................................................................29

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Figure 3-28 Cable connections in GPRS communication mode...........................................................................29

Figure 3-29 Cable connections in RS485 communication mode..........................................................................29

Figure 3-30 Cable connections in FE port-based communication mode...............................................................30

Figure 3-31 Cable connections in GPRS-based communication mode.................................................................31

Figure 3-32 Cable connections in RS485 port-based communication mode.........................................................31

Figure 3-33 eConfig dialog box.............................................................................................................................32

Figure 3-34 Setting eBox-F parameters.................................................................................................................33

Figure 3-35 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-F parameters............................................................33

Figure 3-36 Viewing eBox-F parameter settings...................................................................................................34

Figure 3-37 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID...................................................................................................35

Figure 3-38 eConfig dialog box.............................................................................................................................36

Figure 3-39 Setting eBox-G parameters................................................................................................................36

Figure 3-40 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-G parameters...........................................................37

Figure 3-41 Viewing eBox-G parameter settings..................................................................................................37

Figure 3-42 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID...................................................................................................38

Figure 3-43 eConfig dialog box.............................................................................................................................39

Figure 3-44 Setting eBox-S parameters.................................................................................................................39

Figure 3-45 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-S parameters............................................................40

Figure 3-46 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID...................................................................................................41

Figure 3-47 Setting the eBox address....................................................................................................................42

Figure 3-48 IP address configuration information.................................................................................................42

Figure 3-49 Setting the trap IP address and port parameters.................................................................................43

Figure 3-50 Trap configuration information..........................................................................................................43

Figure 3-51 Setting the channel.............................................................................................................................44

Figure 3-52 Querying channel information...........................................................................................................44

Figure 3-53 Setting the PAN ID............................................................................................................................44

Figure 3-54 Querying eBox setting information...................................................................................................45

Figure 3-55 Setting APN parameters.....................................................................................................................46

Figure 3-56 Querying APN parameters.................................................................................................................46

Figure 3-57 Setting SIMPIN parameters...............................................................................................................46

Figure 3-58 Querying SIMPIN parameters...........................................................................................................47

Figure 3-59 Setting the trap IP address and port parameters.................................................................................47

Figure 3-60 Querying trap configuration information...........................................................................................47

Figure 3-61 Binding button and indicator on the eBat..........................................................................................48

Figure 3-62 Binding button and indicator on the eBox.........................................................................................48

Figure 3-63 Grouping batteries..............................................................................................................................52

Figure 3-64 Setting string number for a single eBat..............................................................................................53

Figure 3-65 Querying single eBat string information............................................................................................53

Figure 3-66 Setting string number for multiple eBats...........................................................................................53

Figure 3-67 Querying multiple eBat string information........................................................................................53

Figure 3-68 Querying eBat information................................................................................................................54

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Figure 3-69 Querying eBat information using the eConfig function.....................................................................54

Figure 3-70 Configuration of current transducer...................................................................................................55

Figure 4-1 Copyright Notice..................................................................................................................................59

Figure 4-2 Setting server parameters.....................................................................................................................60

Figure 4-3 Setting database parameters.................................................................................................................61

Figure 4-4 Components Select...............................................................................................................................62

Figure 4-5 Summary..............................................................................................................................................62

Figure 4-6 Installation process...............................................................................................................................63

Figure 4-7 Message indicating an incorrect certificate..........................................................................................64

Figure 4-8 Message indicating an untrusted certificate.........................................................................................65

Figure 4-9 Certificate information.........................................................................................................................66

Figure 4-10 Certification importing wizard...........................................................................................................67

Figure 4-11 Certificate Import Wizard..................................................................................................................68

Figure 4-12 Select Certificate Store......................................................................................................................68

Figure 4-13 Certificate Import Wizard..................................................................................................................69

Figure 4-14 Completing the Certificate Import Wizard........................................................................................70

Figure 4-15 Obtain ESN........................................................................................................................................71

Figure 4-16 Import License...................................................................................................................................72

Figure 4-17 eBIMS login page..............................................................................................................................72

Figure 4-18 ESN entry dialog box.........................................................................................................................73

Figure 4-19 Obtain ESN........................................................................................................................................73

Figure 5-1 New COM port....................................................................................................................................78

Figure 5-2 Setting COM port number...................................................................................................................79

Figure 5-3 Setting COM port parameters..............................................................................................................79

Figure 5-4 Configuring eBox CLI.........................................................................................................................80

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eBIMS Product Installation Guide Tables

Tables

Table 2-1 Tools......................................................................................................................................................12

Table 2-2 Construction technical documents.........................................................................................................13

Table 2-3 Software list...........................................................................................................................................14

Table 3-1 Functions of RS485 pins.......................................................................................................................27

Table 3-2 Description of eBat indicator status......................................................................................................49

Table 3-3 Desciption of eMeter indicator status....................................................................................................49

Table 3-4 Description of eBox indicator status.....................................................................................................50

Table 3-5 Hardware installation checklist.............................................................................................................56

Table 4-1 eBIMS hardware configuration requirements.......................................................................................58

Table 5-1 Self-Signed Certificate and CA Certificate...........................................................................................87

Table 5-2 Self-Signed Certificate and CA Certificate...........................................................................................88

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eBIMS Product Installation Guide 1 Overview

1 Overview

About This Chapter

This chapter describes the battery intelligent management system (eBIMS) in terms of its installation networking, safety precautions, installation scenarios, and installation process.

1.1 Networking

1.2 Safety Precautions

1.3 Unpacking and Acceptance

1.4 Installation Scenario

1.5 Installation Process

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1.1 Networking

This section describes the eBIMS networking.

Figure 1-1 shows the eBIMS networking.

Figure 1-1 eBIMS networking

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Networking description:

l The eBIMS consists of monitoring software, its auxiliary facilities, and information

collection hardware. The monitoring software refers to the eBIMS software installed on the server. The information collection hardware includes eBoxes, eBats and eMeters.

l One eBox can manage a maximum of 250 wireless sensors simultaneously. An eBox

collects information, such as battery temperature, voltage, and resistance, that monitored by eBats by means of wireless connection, and sends the information to the eBIMS software.

l One battery connects to one eBat.

l One battery string connects to one eMeter.

l You can log in to the server from a client to manage batteries, resources, the system, and

reports.

1.2 Safety Precautions

This section describes the safety precautions to be taken when you install, operate, and maintain Huawei equipment.

1.2.1 General Safety Precautions

This section describes general safety precautions to be taken when you install and maintain the eBIMS.

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Overview

To ensure safety of humans and the equipment, pay attention to the safety symbols on the equipment and all the safety instructions in this document. The CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER marks in this document do not represent all the safety instructions. They are only supplements to the safety instructions.

Local Safety Regulations

When operating Huawei equipment, you must follow the local laws and regulations. The safety instructions in this document are only supplements to the local laws and regulations.

Personal Requirements

Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to perform operations.

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l Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to install, operate, and maintain the

l Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to remove safety facilities and inspect the

l Only personnel certified or authorized by Huawei are allowed to replace or change the

l Installation personnel must report faults or errors that might cause serious security issues

Human Safety

l Never operate the equipment or touch the cables in the case of a thunderstorm.

l To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to

l Before operating a device, wear electrostatic discharge (ESD) clothes, ESD gloves, and an

l In the case of fire, immediately leave the building or the equipment room, and turn on the

Equipment Safety

equipment.

equipment or components (including software).

to related owners.

telecommunication network voltage (TNV) circuits.

ESD wrist strap. Do not wear jewelry or watches when you operate the device.

fire alarm bell or make an emergency call. Never enter the building on fire in any case.

l Before operation, ensure that the equipment is firmly anchored to the floor or other solid

objects, such as a wall or an installation rack.

l Never block the air vent when the system is running.

l When installing a panel, use tools to tighten the screws.

l After the installation, remove the packing materials from the equipment area.

Moving Heavy Objects

l Wear protective gloves when moving heavy objects.

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l Be careful to prevent injury when moving heavy objects.

l At least two persons are required to move a battery. When lifting it, keep your back straight

1.2.2 Battery

This section describes the precautions to be taken when you operate batteries.

Before operating batteries, carefully read the safety precautions for battery handling and connection.

l Incorrect handling of batteries causes hazards. When operating batteries, avoid battery short

l Electrolyte overflow may damage the device. It will corrode metal parts and circuit boards,

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and move smoothly to avoid injury.

DANGER

circuits and electrolyte overflow or leakage.

and ultimately damage the device and cause short circuit of circuit boards.

l Because storage batteries have high power, short circuits caused by incorrect operations

may cause serious injuries.

Preventative Measures

When installing and maintaining batteries, pay attention to the following points:

l Use special insulating tools.

l Take care to protect your eyes when operating batteries.

l Wear rubber gloves and a protective coat in case of electrolyte overflow.

l When handling a battery, ensure that its electrodes are upward. Leaning or reversing the

battery is prohibited.

l Switch off the power supply during installation and maintenance.

l Open the circuit breaker contacts of the battery group before installing the eBat.

l Close the circuit breaker contacts of the battery group after the eBat is successfully installed.

Short Circuit

DANGER

Battery short circuit may cause human injuries. Although the voltage of ordinary batteries is low, the instantaneous high current caused by the short circuit releases a great deal of energy.

Prevent battery short circuits that are caused by metal objects. If metal objects must be used, first disconnect the batteries in use before performing any other operations.

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Harmful Gas

Do not use unsealed lead-acid batteries. Place and secure lead-acid batteries horizontally to prevent inflammation or device corrosion due to flammable gas emitted from batteries.

The lead-acid batteries in use may emit flammable gas. Therefore, store the batteries in a place with good ventilation, and take precautions against fire.

Battery temperature

High temperature may result in battery distortion, damage, and electrolyte overflow.

When the temperature of the battery is higher than 60°C, check the battery for electrolyte overflow. If the electrolyte overflows, absorb and counteract the electrolyte immediately.

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Acid leakage

In the case of electrolyte leaks, counteract and absorb the leaking electrolyte immediately.

When moving or handling a storage battery whose electrolyte leaks, note that the leaking electrolyte may hurt human bodies. When you find the electrolyte leaks, use the following substances to counteract and absorb the leaking electrolyte:

l Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda): NaHCO

l Sodium carbonate (soda): Na2CO

When using substances to counteract and absorb electrolytes, strictly follow the guidelines provided by the battery supplier.

If your body meets the acid, wash the part that has met the acid with clean water immediately, or immediately call a doctor if the situation is serious.

1.3 Unpacking and Acceptance

After devices are delivered to the installation site, lay the packing cases neatly, and check the devices on the presence of both the project supervisor and customer.

Operation Scenario

After the devices are delivered to the installation site, check that all the items are intact and comply with the packing list on the presence of both the project supervisor and customer.

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Procedure

1. Check that the number of accepted items is the same as the number of items described in

2. Check that the packing case is intact.

3. Use a knife to cut the tape along the seams of the carton cover, and check the number and

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NOTE

l When transporting and moving the devices, components, or parts, protect them against collision with

doors, walls, or shelves.

l Never touch the uncoated surface of parts or components with sweat-soaked or dirty gloves.

l To protect the devices and help cause identification, store the unpacked devices and packing materials

indoors. Take photos of the storage site, rusty or corroded devices, packing boxes, and packing materials, and keep the photos for future use.

the Packing List and that the destination address is the address of the installation site.

l If the outer surface of a packing case is damaged or soaked, or the devices inside are

soaked or rusty, stop unpacking the devices and find the reasons. Provide the feedback to the local office of Huawei.

l If the devices are in good condition, unpack and accept the devices.

types of devices in the packing box against the packing list.

4. Unpack the carton labeled "Contain Packing List" and take out the Packing List.

5. Check all devices against the packing list.

l If shortage or miscarriage occurs, fill in the Cargo Shortage and Miscarriage Report.

l If cargo damage occurs, fill in the Cargo Replacement Application Form.

6. Sign on the Packing List with the customer after verifying that all required items are delivered.

7. Store the devices properly.

1.4 Installation Scenario

The eBIMS can be deployed inside an outdoor cabinet or indoor equipment room. An equipment room can be a data center power battery room or a site equipment room.

Deployment Inside an Outdoor Cabinet

l Battery: deployed in battery cabinets.

l eBat: deployed in battery cabinets. Install one eBat for one Battery.

l eBox: deployed in battery cabinets. Install one eBox for one battery cabinet.

l eMeter: deployed in battery cabinets. Install one eMeber for one battery string.

l eBIMS: installed on the server.

Figure 1-2 shows the eBIMS deployed inside an outdoor cabinet.

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Figure 1-2 Deployment inside an outdoor cabinet

Deployment Inside a Data Center Battery Room

l Battery: deployed in the indoor equipment room.

l eBat: deployed on batteries. Install one eBat for one battery.

l eMeter: deployed for each one of battery strings.

l eBox: deployed in the indoor equipment room. One eBox can manage a maximum of 250

wireless sensors.

l eBIMS: installed on the server.

Figure 1-3 shows the eBIMS installed inside a data center battery room.

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Figure 1-3 Deployment inside a data center battery room

Deployment Inside a Site Equipment Room

l Battery: deployed in the site equipment room.

l eBat: deployed on batteries. Install one eBat for one battery.

l eMeter: deployed for each one of battery strings.

l eBox: deployed in the site equipment room. One eBox is deployed and can manage a

maximum of 250 wireless sensors.

l eBIMS: installed on the server.

Figure 1-4 shows the eBIMS installed inside a site equipment room.

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Figure 1-4 Deployment inside a site equipment room

1.5 Installation Process

This section describes the eBIMS installation process.

The eBIMS hardware includes eBats, eBoxes and eMeters, and the software is the eBIMS management system. Figure 1-5 shows the installation flowchart.

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Figure 1-5 eBIMS installation flowchart

NOTE

Field networking: Binding eBats or eMeters with eBox to establish wireless communications.

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eBIMS Product Installation Guide 2 Installation Preparations

2 Installation Preparations

About This Chapter

Prepare installation tools and reference documents before the installation.

2.1 Preparing Tools

2.2 Preparing Documents

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2.1 Preparing Tools

To facilitate installation, choose tools as required.

Table 2-1 describes the essential tools used in installation.

Table 2-1 Tools

Name Outline Description Specifications

Hammer drill Used to drill holes for

mounting eBoxes.

Socket wrench Used to secure

battery binding posts of various specifications.

Segmented blade utility knife

Phillips screwdriver Used to tighten

Flat-head screwdriver

Claw hammer Used to secure

Used to open packing cases during unpacking and acceptance.

Phillips screws.

Used to tighten flathead screws.

plastic expansion anchors.

With a drill bit of Φ6

With specifications of M6, M8, and M10

General

With the hammer weight of 0.5 kg or above

Protective gloves Used to protect the

hands and the device which you operate.

Marker Used to mark the

installation position for a wall-mounted eBox.

Ruler Used to determine

the installation position for a wallmounted eBox.

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ESD gloves Used for protection

Hex key Used to tighten SIM

2.2 Preparing Documents

Prepare documents related to hardware and software installation before installation.

Hardware Installation

Table 2-2 describes the construction technical documents related to project installation.

when operating boards or staticsensitive equipment.

card screws on the eBox.

Meeting at least 3 kV pressure resistance requirement

ST2.9

Table 2-2 Construction technical documents

Document Name Description Obtaining Method

eBIMS V100R002C00 Installation Guide 01

Project design document - Delivered with equipment.

Site survey report Indicates the environment

Packing list Contains equipment delivery

Used to guide onsite installation.

survey report on the equipment installation site, including information such as cable connection modes and battery positions.

information used for checking equipment during unpacking and acceptance.

Obtain it from http://

support.huawei.com.

(paper copy)

Obtain it from the engineering design administrant system (EDAS).

Obtain it from the EDAS.

Software Installation

Prepare for the eBIMS installation documentation.

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NOTE

Before installing the eBIMS, ensure that Windows Server 2008 R2 with a standard 64-bit OS has been installed.

Table 2-3 Software list

Software Description How to Obtain...

eeBIMS V100R002C00 Used for Installing the

eBIMS system.

eConfig_PC Used for configuring eBox

parameters.

From http://

support.huawei.com.

From http://

support.huawei.com.

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3 Hardware Installation

About This Chapter

Hard installation includes installing eBats, eMeters and eBoxes, connecting cables, and checking hardware installation.

3.1 Installing an eBat

3.2 Installing an eMeter

3.3 Installing an eBox

3.4 Setting eBox Parameters

3.5 Field Networking

3.6 Setting Number of Battery Strings

3.7 Querying Battery Information

3.8 Setting current transducer information of eMeter

3.9 Verifying the Hardware Installation

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3.1 Installing an eBat

eBat installation includes securing and connecting cables to the eBat.

Prerequisites

NOTICE

l Before intallation of eBat, the switch of battery stirng should be turned off.

l eBat cable must be installed firstly before eBat was installed.

l After all eBats were installed, the switch of battery string could be turned on.

l For uninstallation of eBat, eBat should be unplugged out firstly, then remove the eBat cable

from battery terminal.

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Context

l eBat can be sticked on the surface of battery. The position can be determined according to

the shape of the battery.

l The installation method of eBat in site room is totally same as in outdoor cabinet.

l eBat can be installed on 2V and 12V lead-acid battery, installation was shown as Figure

3-1.

Figure 3-1 eBats installed on batteries

l Positive and negative terminals are in red and blue, respectively.

l The following uses installation of eBats on 12 V batteries as an example.

Procedure

Step 1 Remove insulation covers from battery positive and negative polar columns used to install the

eBat, as shown in Figure 3-2.

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Figure 3-2 Removing insulation covers from a battery

Step 2 Unscrew terminals on the battery positive and negative polar columns using a socket wrench,

as shown in Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3 Remove screws

Step 3 Secure springs washers, flat washers, blade terminals, and copper bar on the battery positive and

negative polar columns as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4 Installing blade terminals

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Step 4 Connect the red and black cables respectively to the positive and negative blade terminals, as

shown in Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5 Installing cables

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NOTE

Blade terminals match M6, M8, and M10 screws. Select proper blade terminals based on the type of screws on your Battery polar columns. The following shows the torque supported by the screws:

l M6: 4-6 N.m

l M8: 13-15 N.m

l M10: 15-20 N.m

NOTE

Connect the red and black cables respectively to the positive and negative polarities.

Step 5 Insert cable connectors to eBat cable ports, as shown in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6 Inserting cable connectors

Step 6 Determine the optimal position for attaching the eBat. Ensure that the installation position is

clean without dust.

Step 7 Remove the adhesive tape from the eBat bottom, as shown in Figure 3-7, attach the eBat to the

surface of the battery, and press the eBat using a force of 1 N to 2 N for 5 to 10 seconds.Figure

3-8andFigure 3-9 show an eBat installed on a battery.

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Figure 3-7 Removing the adhesive tape from the eBat bottom

Figure 3-8 eBat installed on a battery

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Figure 3-9 eBat installed on the side of a battery

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3.2 Installing an eMeter

eMeter installation includes securing and connecting cables to the eMeter and connection with current transducer.

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Prerequisites

l The switch between battery string and power supply is turned off.

Procedure

Step 1 Make the power cable to the positive terminal of battery string go through the current transducer,

as shown in Figure 3-10.

Figure 3-10 Installation of current transducer

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NOTICE

NOTE

l The symbol on the current transducer must be pointed to the positive terminal.

l The current transducer should not be installed on the connecting strap between batteies.

l The current transducer should not be installed on the connecting wire between battery string and load.

Step 2 Determine the optimal position for attaching or fixing the eMeter. Ensure that the installation

position is clean without dust.

Step 3 Connect eMeter and current transducer with cable, as shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11 Connect eMeter with current transducer

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Step 4 Provide power supply for eMeter, as shown in Figure 3-12.

Figure 3-12 The connection of eMeter and battery string

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NOTE

l The wire between eMeter and current transducer should not be coiled or folded.

NOTE

The power port of eMeter was used not only for power supply to eMeter, but also for detection the battery string voltage. Currently for the detection of battery string, only 48V battery string could be used.

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3.3 Installing an eBox

eBox installation includes securing the eBox, drilling holes, and connecting cables to the eBox.

Context

The eBox deployment mode is different inside an outdoor cabinet and an indoor equipment room:

l Inside an outdoor cabinet: Attach the eBox rear panel to the inside of the battery cabinet,

and mount the eBox on the rear panel.

l Inside an indoor equipment room: Mount the eBox on the wall.

An eBox communicates with the upstream using any of the following modes:

l GPRS: Fast Ethernet (FE) network cables are not required in this mode.

l FE network cables: A GPRS antenna and a SIM card are not required in this mode.

l RS485 cables: A GPRS antenna and a SIM card are not required in this mode.

Installation location of eBox:

l The location of eBox should be close to the battery string.

l There should be no obstacles between eBox and eMeter or eBat.

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3.3.1 Inside an Outdoor Cabinet

eBox hardware installation includes positioning and securing the eBox.

Context

To secure an eBox to a battery cabinet, attach the eBox rear panel to the inside of the battery cabinet, and mount the eBox on the rear panel. Configure one eBox for one battery cabinet.

This section describes how to install an eBox in GPRS communication mode.

eBox antennas are placed outside the cabinet, as shown in Figure 3-13.

Figure 3-13 Antenna

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Procedure

Step 1 Determine the installation position of the eBox inside the cabinet.

Step 2 Loosen the SIM cover using an inner hexagon screwdriver, insert the SIM card, and tighten the

cover.

Step 3 Remove the adhesive tape from the bottom of the eBox rear panel, as shown in Figure 3-14.

Figure 3-14 Removing the adhesive tape from the bottom of the eBox rear panel

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Step 4 Attach the rear panel to the eBox installation position inside the cabinet, as shown in Figure

3-15.

Figure 3-15 Attaching the rear panel to the installation position

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Step 5 Route the GPRS antenna through the cable hole and secure one end of the antenna to the eBox,

as shown in Figure 3-16.

Figure 3-16 Installing the antenna

Step 6 Mount the eBox on the rear panel, and secure the antenna outside the cabinet. Figure 3-17 shows

an eBox installed inside an outdoor cabinet.

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Figure 3-17 eBox installed inside an outdoor cabinet

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3.3.2 Inside an Indoor Equipment Room

eBox hardware installation includes positioning and drilling holes.

Context

To secure an eBox to an indoor equipment room, mount the eBox on the wall inside the equipment room.

The eBox communicates with uplink devices using FE network cables or antennas.

This section describes how to install an eBox in FE network cable communication mode.

Figure 3-18 shows the installation position requirements.

Figure 3-18 eBox installation position requirements

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Procedure

Step 1 Determine the eBox installation position inside the equipment room using a ruler, and mark the

position using a marker.

Step 2 Drill a hole in the marked position using a hammer drill, as shown in Figure 3-19.

Figure 3-19 Drilling a hole in the installation position

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Step 3 Knock a plastic expansion anchor into the mounting hole using a claw hammer, as shown in

Figure 3-20.

Figure 3-20 Installing a plastic expansion anchor

Step 4 Insert a tapping screw into the plastic expansion anchor using a Phillips screwdriver, as shown

in Figure 3-21.

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Figure 3-21 Installing a tapping screw

Step 5 Mount the eBox on the screw. Figure 3-22 and Figure 3-23 show an eBox installed inside an

indoor equipment room.

Figure 3-22 Installation effect drawing 1

Figure 3-23 Installation effect drawing 2

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You can mount an eBox in either of the ways shown in Figure 3-22 and Figure 3-23 based on your actual situation.

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3.3.3 Connecting Cables

Connect cables to the eBox after installation.

Context

An eBox communicates with the upstream in any of the following modes:

l GPRS communication: You only need to connect the power cable.

l FE network cable: You need to connect the FE network cable and power cable.

l RS485 cable: You need to connect the RS485 cable and power cable.

Figure 3-24 shows the RS485 pins. Table 3-1 shows the function of each RS485 pin.

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Figure 3-24 RS485 pins

Table 3-1 Functions of RS485 pins

Pin Function

Pin 1 TX+

Pin 2 TX-

Pin 3 ---

Pin 4 RX+

Pin 5 RX-

Pin 6 ---

Pin 7 ---

Pin 8 GND

The eBox can be powered by using the following two methods:

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1. The eBox is powered by the 48 V power supply system in the power cabinet, as shown in

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Figure 3-25.

Figure 3-25 eBox powered by the 48 V power supply system

2. The eBox is powered by the 220 V power supply system using an adapter, as shown in

Figure 3-26.

Figure 3-26 eBox powered by the 220 V power supply system

Procedure

Step 1 Connect the power cable to the eBox, as shown by 1 in Figure 3-27.

Step 2 Connect the FE network cable to the eBox, as shown by 2 in Figure 3-27.

Step 3 Connect the RS485 cable to the eBox, as shown by 3 in Figure 3-29.

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Figure 3-27 Cable connections in FE communication mode

Figure 3-28 Cable connections in GPRS communication mode

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Figure 3-29 Cable connections in RS485 communication mode

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3.4 Setting eBox Parameters

eBox parameters include the IP address, mask, gateway, ports, etc.

Prerequisites

l The eBox has been connected to a laptop and the USB serial driver has been installed.

l HyperTerminal has been installed on the laptop running Windows OS and ports have been

correctly configured. For details, see 5.2 How Can I Connect the eBox to a Laptop?.

NOTE

You can also use the eConfig tool of the eBox to obtain the COM port information from the laptop.

l The latest release of the eBox configuration tool package has been downloaded to the laptop

from http://support.huawei.com.

NOTE

This document describes commands used for networking deployment and maintenance.

The following types of commands are beyond the scope of this document:

1. Commands that are used during production, assembly, and return for repair.

2. Commands used for engineering and fault diagnosis are beyond the scope of this document. If these commands are not used properly, equipment may become abnormal or services may be interrupted. If you do need to use these commands, please contact the local Huawei office to know the process of getting permission for these documents and the special requirements.

Context

Set eBox parameters using either of the following methods:

1. Use the eConfig function of the eBox.

2. Enter command lines on the laptop.

The eBox uses the following three communication modes:

l FE ports: FE cables and power cables are required. Figure 3-30 shows the cable

connections.

Figure 3-30 Cable connections in FE port-based communication mode

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l GPRS: Install an antenna, insert the SIM card, and connect cables. Figure 3-31 shows the

Figure 3-31 Cable connections in GPRS-based communication mode

l RS485 port: cables fitted with the RS485 connectors and power cables. Figure 3-32 shows

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cable connections.

the cable connections.

Figure 3-32 Cable connections in RS485 port-based communication mode

3.4.1 Setting eBox Parameters Using eConfig

You can set eBox parameters using the eConfig function.

Prerequisites

The IP address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address have been provided by the customer.

Context

The default IP address of the eBox is 192.168.0.33.

Correct Trap IP address and port settings are crucial to successful report of system events and alarms.

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3.4.1.1 Setting eBox FE Interface Parameters

If the eBox is connected to upstream devices through the FE ports, you must specify the IP address, Trap IP address, channel, and PAN ID.

Procedure

Step 1 Double-click eConfig_PC.exe in the eBox configuration tool kit to start the eConfig tool.

NOTE

If the eConfig tool is being used for the first time, double-click eConfig_reg.bat to import registry information first.

Step 2 Choose the COM port and click Open.

Step 3 Click Login to log in to the eBox, as shown in Figure 3-33.

Figure 3-33 eConfig dialog box

Step 4 Choose the eBox-F tab. Enter the eBox local IP address, gateway IP address, subnet mask, port

number, and server parameters, as shown in Figure 3-34.

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Figure 3-34 Setting eBox-F parameters

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Step 5 Click Send. In the Reset eBox dialog box displayed, click Yes to reset the eBox. Figure 3-35

is displayed indicating successful setting of eBox-F parameters.

Figure 3-35 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-F parameters

Step 6 Click netparams to view the eBox-F parameter settings, as shown in Figure 3-36.

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Figure 3-36 Viewing eBox-F parameter settings

Step 7 Optional: Choose the Advanced tab and specify PAN ID and Channel ID, as shown in Figure

3-37.

NOTE

l If more than four eBoxes are used for the same scenario, set radio frequency parameters to ensure the

reliability of communication between the eBox and eBat.

l A total of 16 channels can be used, ranging from channel 11 to channel 26.

l Each channel supports up to 4 eBoxes. Each eBox is identified by PAN ID.

l Different channel can share the same PAN ID.

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Figure 3-37 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID

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3.4.1.2 Setting eBox GPRS Interface Parameters

If the eBox is connected to upstream devices through the GPRS, you must specify the APN, SIMPIN, Trap IP address, channel, and PAN ID.

Procedure

Step 1 Double-click eConfig_PC.exe in the eBox configuration tool kit to start the eConfig tool.

NOTE

If the eConfig tool is being used for the first time, double-click eConfig_reg.bat to import registry information first.

Step 2 Choose the COM port and click Open.

Step 3 Click Loginto log in to the eBox, as shown inFigure 3-38.

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Figure 3-38 eConfig dialog box

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Step 4 Choose the eBox-Gtab and enter the eBIMS server IP address, port number, SIM APN, and SIM

PIN information, as shown inFigure 3-39.

Figure 3-39 Setting eBox-G parameters

Step 5 Click Send. In theReset eBoxdialog box displayed, clickYESto reset the eBox.Figure 3-40 is

displayed indicating successful setting of eBox-G parameters.

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Figure 3-40 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-G parameters

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Step 6 Click GPRSparamsto view the eBox-G parameter settings, as shown inFigure 3-41.

Figure 3-41 Viewing eBox-G parameter settings

Step 7 Optional: Choose theAdvancedtab and specifyPAN IDandChannel ID, as shown inFigure

3-42.

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Figure 3-42 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID

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NOTE

l If more than four eBoxes are used for the same scenario, set radio frequency parameters to ensure the

reliability of communication between the eBox and eBat.

l A total of 16 channels can be used, ranging from channel 11 to channel 26.

l Each channel supports up to 4 eBoxes. Each eBox is identified by PAN ID.

l Different channel can share the same PAN ID.

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3.4.1.3 Setting eBox RS485 Interface Parameters

If the eBox is connected to upstream devices through the RS485 port, you must specify the baud rate and device address.

Procedure

Step 1 Double-click eConfig_PC.exe in the eBox configuration tool kit to start the eConfig tool.

NOTE

If the eConfig tool is being used for the first time, double-click eConfig_reg.bat to import registry information first.

Step 2 Choose the COM port and click Open.

Step 3 Click Login to log in to the eBox, as shown in Figure 3-43.

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Figure 3-43 eConfig dialog box

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Step 4 Choose the eBox-S tab and specify the baud rate and device address, as shown in Figure 3-44.

Figure 3-44 Setting eBox-S parameters

Step 5 Click Send. In the Reset eBox dialog box displayed, click YES to reset the eBox. Figure

3-45 is displayed indicating successful setting of eBox-S parameters.

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Figure 3-45 Message indicating successful setting of eBox-S parameters

Step 6 Click RS485params to view the eBox-S parameter settings.

Step 7 Optional: Choose the Advanced tab and specify PAN ID and Channel ID, as shown in Figure

3-46.

NOTE

l If more than four eBoxes are used for the same scenario, set radio frequency parameters to ensure the

reliability of communication between the eBox and eBat.

l A total of 16 channels can be used, ranging from channel 11 to channel 26.

l Each channel supports up to 4 eBoxes. Each eBox is identified by PAN ID.

l Different channel can share the same PAN ID.

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Figure 3-46 Setting the channel ID and PAN ID

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3.4.2 Setting eBox Parameters Manually

You can manually set eBox parameters with any PC serial port terminal tool.

Prerequisites

The IP address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address have been provided by the customer.

Context

The default IP address of the eBox is 192.168.0.33.

Correct Trap IP address and port settings are crucial to successful report of system events and alarms.

3.4.2.1 Setting eBox Parameters in FE Port-based

Communication Mode

For an eBox that uses the FE port to communicate with the eBIMS, set the eBox local IP address, trap address, channels, and PAN ID.

Configuring Address Parameters

Configure the eBox local IP address and trap address.

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Prerequisites

The IP address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address allocated to the eBox have been provided by the customer.

Context

The default eBox IP address is 192.168.0.33.

System events and alarms can be properly reported only when the trap address and ports are correctly configured.

Procedure

Step 1 In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setnetcfg 1 IP NetMask GateWay and press

Enter to set the eBox IPv4 address, subnet mask, and gateway address.

Step 2 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the board.

Step 3 Enter getnetcfg 1 to query whether the setting is successful.

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Example

Step 4 Enter setnetcfg 8 Trap destination IP Trap destination port and press Enter.

Step 5 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the board.

Step 6 Enter getnetcfg 8 to query whether trap parameters are successfully set.

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1. In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setnetcfg 1 192.168.1.66 255.255.255.0

192.168.1.1 and press Enter, as shown in Figure 3-47.

Figure 3-47 Setting the eBox address

NOTE

If the Write para success! message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

2. Enter reset and press Enter.

3. Enter getnetcfg 1. Figure 3-48 shows the address configuration information.

Figure 3-48 IP address configuration information

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4. Enter setnetcfg 8 192.168.1.42 162 and press Enter to configure the trap IP address and

5. Enter reset and press Enter.

6. Enter getnetcfg 8. Figure 3-50 shows the trap configuration information.

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port parameters, as shown in Figure 3-49.

Figure 3-49 Setting the trap IP address and port parameters

NOTE

If the Write para success! message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

Figure 3-50 Trap configuration information

Configuring the Channel and PAN ID

If more than four eBoxes are deployed in the same scenario, configure eBox RF communication parameters to ensure the reliability of data communications between the eBoxes and eBats.

Prerequisites

More than four eBoxes have been deployed at the same time.

Context

l The number of available channels ranges from 11 to 26, totally 16 channels.

l Each channel supports a maximum of four eBoxes that have different PAN IDs.

l PAN IDs of eBoxes in different channels can be the same.

Procedure

Step 1 In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setchanid 14 and press Enter.

NOTE

If the set channel id ok. message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

Step 2 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

Step 3 Enter showebox to query whether the setting is successful.

Step 4 Enter setpanid 1 and press Enter to set the PAN ID.

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Step 5 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

Step 6 Enter showebox to query whether the setting is successful.

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Example

1. In the eBox serial port CLI, enter setchanid 14 and press Enter, as shown in Figure

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3-51.

Figure 3-51 Setting the channel

NOTE

If the set channel id ok. message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

2. Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

3. Enter showebox to query whether the setting is successful, as shown in Figure 3-52.

Figure 3-52 Querying channel information

4. Enter setpanid 1 and press Enter to set the PAN ID, as shown in Figure 3-53.

Figure 3-53 Setting the PAN ID

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5. Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

6. Enter showebox to query whether the setting is successful, as shown in Figure 3-54.

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NOTE

If the set pan id ok. message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

Figure 3-54 Querying eBox setting information

3.4.2.2 Setting eBox Parameters in GPRS-Based

Communication Mode

For an eBox that uses GPRS-based communication mode, set the eBox APN, SIMPIN, trap address, channels, and PAN ID.

Configuring Address Parameters

Configure the eBox APN, SIMPIN, and trap address.

Prerequisites

l The eBox uses GPRS to communicate with the eBIMS.

l The subnet mask and gateway IP address allocated to the eBox have been provided by the

customer.

Context

System events and alarms can be reported properly only when the TRAP address and ports are configured correctly.

Procedure

Step 1 In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setapn apn parameter and press Enter to set

APN parameters.

Step 2 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

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Step 3 Enter getapn to check whether the setting is successful.

Step 4 Enter setsimpin pincode repeat pincode and press Enter to set SIMPIN parameters.

Step 5 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

Step 6 Enter getsimpin to query whether the setting is successful.

Step 7 Enter setnetcfg 8 Trap destination IP Trap destination port and press Enter to set trap

parameters.

Step 8 Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

Step 9 Enter getnetcfg 8 to query whether trap parameters are successfully set.

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NOTE

setsimpin is set to be blank by default. If the SIM card does not require pincode, retain the setting. If the SIM card requires pincode, ensure that pincode you set is the same as pincode of the SIM card. Otherwise, the SIM card will be locked after three attempts fail.

1. In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setapn apn parameter and press Enter to set APN parameters, as shown in Figure 3-55.

Figure 3-55 Setting APN parameters

2. Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

3. Enter getapn to query whether the setting is successful, as shown in Figure 3-56.

Figure 3-56 Querying APN parameters

4. Enter setsimpin pincode repeat pincode and press Enter to set SIMPIN parameters, as shown in Figure 3-57.

Figure 3-57 Setting SIMPIN parameters

5. Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

6. Enter getsimpin to query whether the SIMPIN setting is successful, as shown in Figure

3-58.

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7. Enter setnetcfg 8 192.168.1.42 162 and press Enter to configure the trap IP address and

8. Enter reset and press Enter to reset the eBox.

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Figure 3-58 Querying SIMPIN parameters

port parameters, as shown in Figure 3-59.

Figure 3-59 Setting the trap IP address and port parameters

NOTE

If the Write para success! message is displayed after you press Enter, the setting is successful.

9. Enter getnetcfg 8. Figure 3-60 shows the trap configuration information.

Figure 3-60 Querying trap configuration information

Configuring the Channel and PAN ID

If more than four eBoxes are deployed in the same scenario, configure eBox RF communication parameters to ensure the reliability of data communications between the eBoxes and eBats.

Prerequisites

More than four eBoxes have been deployed in the same scenario.

Context

l The number of available channels ranges from 11 to 26, totally 16 channels.

l Each channel supports a maximum of four eBoxes that have different PAN IDs.

l PAN IDs of eBoxes in different channels can be the same.

Procedure

Step 1 For details, see Configuring the Channel and PAN ID.

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3.5 Field Networking

An eBat or eMeter communicates with an eBox by means of wireless connection. Bind eBox and eBat before the wireless connection.

Prerequisites

l The eBat has been installed.

l The eBat and eBox parameters have been configured.

l The linear distance between the eBat and the eBox is no greater than 100 m.

Context

Figure 3-61 shows the binding button and indicator on the eBat.

Figure 3-61 Binding button and indicator on the eBat

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Figure 3-62 shows the binding button and indicator on the eBox.

Figure 3-62 Binding button and indicator on the eBox

Table 3-2,Table 3-3andTable 3-4, respectively describe the meanings of different indicator

status on the eBat eMeter and eBox.

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Table 3-2 Description of eBat indicator status

Indicator

Indicator Status Description

Name

RUN/ALARM Off The eBat is powered off or in sleep

mode.

Steady green The eBat is powered on but not

connected to the network.

Fast blinking in green (4 Hz) The eBat is searching for the

network.

Slow blinking in green (0.5 Hz) The eBat communication is ready.

Steady red The eBat communication is normal.

A critical battery internal resistance alarm has happened, which means the battery should be changed.

Fast blinking in red (4 Hz) A hardware failure has happened;

The communication of ebat is also NOT normal.

Slow blinking in red (0.5 Hz) A hardware failure has happened;

The communication of ebat is normal.

Steady orange The eBat communication is normal,

but there is a minor high battery internal resistance alarm.

Fast blinking in orange (4 Hz) The eBat LED was turned on

manually by remote work station like eBIMS.

Table 3-3 Desciption of eMeter indicator status

Indicator

Indicator Status Description

Name

RUN/ALARM Off The eMeter is powered off or in

sleep mode.

Steady green The eMeter is powered on but not

connected to the network.

Fast blinking in green (4 Hz) The eMeter is searching for the

network.

Slow blinking in green (0.5 Hz) The eMeter communication is

ready.

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Indicator

Indicator Status Description

Name

Fast blinking in red (4 Hz) A hardware failure has happened;

The communication of eMeter is NOT normal.

Slow blinking in red (0.5 Hz) A hardware failure has happened;

The communication of eMeter is normal.

Fast blinking in orange (4 Hz) The eMeter LED was turned on

manually by remote work station like eBIMS

Table 3-4 Description of eBox indicator status

Indicator

Indicator Status Description

Name

SETUP Off The eBox is powered off or there is

no data transmission.

Steady green System initialization (Binding for

ebox and ebat is not allowed).

Fast blinking in green (8 Hz) Data transmission.

Slow blinking in green (0.5 Hz) Binding for eBox and eBat is

allowed. Auto disabled after 10 minutes.

RUN Off The eBox is powered off or

hardware failure.

Steady Green The eBox is powered on and there

is hardware failure.

Blinking(0.5 Hz) The eBox in running normally.

ALM Off The eBox is powered off, and there

is no fault alarm.

Steady Red The hardware failure, the eBox

should be replaced.

LINK Off The eBox is powered off or there is

no data transmission.

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Procedure

Step 1 Click the binding button on the eBox within 1 seconds. The SETUP indicator is blinking slowly

Step 2 Press the binding button on the eBat longer than 1 seconds. The RUN/ALARM indicator is

Step 3 Optional: RepeatStep 2 for other eBats in the same group.

Indicator Name

in green at a frequency of 0.5 Hz, indicating that the eBox and eBat networking is enabled.

blinking slowly in green at a frequency of 0.5 Hz, indicating that the eBox and eBat networking is successful.

Indicator Status Description

Blinking

l eBox-F: data transmission.

l eBox-G:

- 1Hz: Searching GPRS networking.

- 1/3Hz: Network registered.

- 8Hz: data transmission.

Step 4 Click the binding button on the eBox within 1 seconds to turn off the binding procedure.

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3.6 Setting Number of Battery Strings

To facilitate the eBIMS to analyze and display battery data, you need to set string numbers for the batteries connected to the eBIMS.

Prerequisites

l eBats are connected to batteries.

l eBats and eBoxes are networked after code matching.

Context

l You can group batteries using the eBox configuration tool. To use the eBox configuration

tool to group batteries, start from Step 5.

l You can set a string number for a single eBat or for multiple eBats.

l One eBat is used for each battery. Therefore, the string number of eBats is that of batteries.

l A eBox contains a maximum of eight eBat strings.

Procedure

Step 1 In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setstrno 2 1and pressEnterto set the string number

to2 for No.1 eBat.

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l 2: indicates the string number.

l 1: indicates the eBat number.

Step 2 Enter showebat to query single eBat string information.

Step 3 In the eBox serial CLI, enter setstrno 2 1 3and pressEnterto set the string number to2 for No.

1 to No.3 eBats.

l 2: indicates the string number.

l 1: indicates the eBat start number.

l 3: indicates the eBat end number.

Step 4 Enter showebat to query multiple eBat string information.

Step 5 Optional: Use the eBox configuration tool to group batteries by specify the group number and

battery number range, as shown inFigure 3-63.

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NOTE

If the system displays Set string number success., the setting is successful.

NOTE

If the system displays Set string number success., the setting is successful.

Figure 3-63 Grouping batteries

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Example

1. In the eBox serial port CLI of the client, enter setstrno 2 1and pressEnterto set the string number to2for No.1 eBat, shown asFigure 3-64.

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2. Enter showebatto query single eBat string information, as shown inFigure 3-65.

3. In the eBox serial CLI, enter setstrno 2 1 3and pressEnterto set the string number to2for

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Figure 3-64 Setting string number for a single eBat

Figure 3-65 Querying single eBat string information

No.1 to No.3 eBats, as shown inFigure 3-66.

Figure 3-66 Setting string number for multiple eBats

4. Enter showebatto query eBat string information, as shown inFigure 3-67.

Figure 3-67 Querying multiple eBat string information

3.7 Querying Battery Information

Query information about eBats managed by the eBox for onsite commissioning and fault locating.

Prerequisites

l eBats and eBoxes are networked.

l The eBats have been grouped.

Context

You can also query the battery information using the eConfig function of the eBox. For details, see Step 2.

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Procedure

Step 1 In the eBox CLI, enter the showebatcommand to query the number of the eBats and determine

whether the onsite connection configuration is correct.Figure 3-68 shows the eBat information query page.

Figure 3-68 Querying eBat information

Step 2 Optional: In the eConfig dialog box, clickshowebatto check the storage battery information,

as shown inFigure 3-69.

Figure 3-69 Querying eBat information using the eConfig function

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3.8 Setting current transducer information of eMeter

Prerequisites

l eMeter has been connected with battery string.

l eMeter has been connected with current transducer.

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l eMeter and eBox are networked.

Context

l You can configure the current transducer by means of eConfig.

l One eMeter works for only one battery string.

l One eBox can manage max 8 eMeters.

Procedure

Step 1 To confiugre the current transducer by eConfig. Figure 3-70 shows how to use eConfig to setup

the current transducer information.

l Charge Current Limit: Current value when battery string state changes from equalize state

l Transducer Type: The transducer type to be used.

l Working Mode: String voltage and current mode; Current only mode.

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to float state.

Figure 3-70 Configuration of current transducer

3.9 Verifying the Hardware Installation

After the hardware installation, verify the installation.

Table 3-5 describes the check items and check methods for the hardware installation.

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Table 3-5 Hardware installation checklist

No. Check Item Check Method

1 Cables between eBats and

Batteries are connected correctly and securely.

2 eBats are secured on

Batteries.

3 The wireless communication

signal indicator for eBats works properly.

4 eBoxes are securely mounted

to the wall.

5 The wireless communication

signal indicator for eBoxes works properly.

6 All battery screws are

secured.

Visually check that the red and black cables correctly and securely connect to the Batteries.

Visually check that eBats are secured.

Consecutively press the code matching button on the eBat. Visually check that the signal indicator blinks in green at a frequency of 0.5 Hz.

Manually check that the eBoxes are properly mounted to the wall without drop risks.

Visually check that the SETUP indicator is off.

Perform operations by referring to 3.7 Querying

Storage Battery Information. If the number

of eBats are correct, battery screws are properly secured. Otherwise, check and secure screws.

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About This Chapter

Installing the eBIMS includes installing software and loading license files.

4.1 Hardware Requirements

4.2 Installing the eBIMS

4.3 Verifying the Software Installation

4.4 Registering the eBIMS

4.5 Uninstalling the eBIMS

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4.1 Hardware Requirements

To install the eBIMS, the software and hardware must meet installation requirements.

Table 4-1 shows the eBIMS requirements for software and hardware configurations.

Table 4-1 eBIMS hardware configuration requirements

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Server Configuration

CPU: 2 x 4-core, 2.4 GHz or above

Memory: 32 GB or above

Disk: 2.0 TB or above

NOTE

Recommended server: Tecal RH2288 V2-HS1M000SRS01-eBIMS Server Standard (Xeon E5-2609-4Core-2.4GHz-64bit, Mem 32G,2*1000G)

Operating System Database Client

Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard 64-bit

4.2 Installing the eBIMS

This section describes how to install the eBIMS. Comply with the requirements during the installation.

The system is equipped with a database, so you do not need to install one.

Internet Explorer 8.0 or later versions

Prerequisites

l Windows Server 2008 is installed.

l Hardware facilities meet configuration requirements.

l The directory for storing installation files can contain only characters, digits, -, and _.

Otherwise, the eBIMS cannot be installed.

Context

To ensure secure and stable running of the eBIMS, harden the operating system and antivirus software by referring to the following guides:

l eBIMS V100R002C00 Windows Server 2008 R2 Security Hardening User Guide

l eBIMS V100R002C00 Windows Server 2008 R2 Antivirus Solution User Guide

The guides are available on http://support.huawei.com.

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Procedure

Step 1 Log in to Windows Server 2008 using an account with the operation right.

Step 2 Double-click setup.bat to start the eBIMS installation.

Step 3 In the Choose a Language dialog Box, select a language and click OK. The eBIMS installation

dialog Box is displayed.

Step 4 Click Next. The Copyright Notice dialog Box is displayed, as shown in Figure 4-1.

Figure 4-1 Copyright Notice

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NOTE

The eBIMS cannot be installed in a remotely shared directory.

NOTE

The system automatically checks whether the current environment meets the requirements for installing the eBIMS. If the current environment does not meet the requirements, the system will display a message.

Step 5 Click I agree and click Next. The Server Parameters dialog Box is displayed, as shown in

Figure 4-2.

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Figure 4-2 Setting server parameters

NOTE

l Server IP Address: indicates the default IP address of the eBIMS server. If the server has multiple IP

addresses, select a public IP address from the drop-down list.

l Server Port: The default port number is 8080.

l The eBIMS is installed in drive D by default. You can change the installation directory. The directory

should not contain Chinese characters, special characters, or spaces and its name length should be no longer than 60 characters.

l To ensure successful eBIMS installation, verify that the eBIMS installation directory is empty before

the installation.

Step 6 Click Next. In the Database Parameters dialog Box, set parameters and click Next, as shown

in Figure 4-3.

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Figure 4-3 Setting database parameters

NOTE

l Database Type: The default database is MySQL.

l Super User Name: The default database administrator user name is ebimssys.

l Super User Password: The default database administrator password is Changeme1234. It is

recommended that you set a password by yourself.

l User Name: The default database common user name is commonuser.

l User Password: The default database common user password is Changeme123. It is recommended

that you set a password by yourself.

l Database Port: The default database port number is 33306.

l Data file directory: The default database directory is MySQL under the eBIMS installation directory.

Step 7 Click Next. The Components Select dialog Box is displayed, as shown in Figure 4-4.

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Figure 4-4 Components Select

NOTE

All components are selected by default.

Step 8 Click Next. The Summary dialog box is displayed, as shown in Figure 4-5.

Figure 4-5 Summary

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Step 9 After confirming the installation information, click Next. The system starts to install the eBIMS,

as shown in Figure 4-6.

Figure 4-6 Installation process

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NOTE

If the installation information is incorrect, click Previous to reset the installation information.

Step 10 Wait about 3 to 5 minutes, the Installation Completed dialog Box is displayed. Then click

Finish.

NOTE

l The default user name is admin and the default password is Changeme123. You can change them the

first time you log in to the eBIMS.

l Please change the admin user's password periodically.

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4.3 Verifying the Software Installation

This section describes how to verify the software installation.

Procedure

Step 1 Verify that the eBIMS Console shortcut icon is displayed on the desktop.

Step 2 Start the eBIMS service. If the message starting eBIMS system succeeded. is displayed, the

eBIMS service has been started.

Start the eBIMS service using either of the following two methods:

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l Double-click the eBIMS Console shortcut icon on the desktop. In the displayed eBIMS

Console dialog box, click Start.

l Choose Start > All Programs > eBIMS > eBIMS Console. In the displayed eBIMS

Console dialog box, click Start.

Step 3 Log in to the eBIMS server from the client by using the Internet Explorer 8.0.

1. Open Internet Explorer.

2. Choose Tools > Internet Options from the main menu. In the Internet Options dialog Box, click the Security tab, and click Custom Level.

3. In the Security Settings dialog Box, click Enable under Downloads > Automatic prompting for file downloads, and click OK.

4. Enter http://Server IP address:Port ID in the address bar and press Enter.

NOTE

l Server IP address indicates the server IP address configured when installing the eBIMS.

l Port ID is 8080 by default.

5. Install a security certificate when logging in to the eBIMS server for the first time. Click

Continue to this website (not recommended), as shown in Figure 4-7.

Figure 4-7 Message indicating an incorrect certificate

6. Click Certificate Error on the right of the address bar.

7. In the Untrusted Certificate dialog Box, click View certificates, as shown in Figure

4-8.

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Figure 4-8 Message indicating an untrusted certificate

8. In the Certificate dialog Box, click Install Certificate on the General tab page, as shown in Figure 4-9.

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Figure 4-9 Certificate information

9. In the Certificate Import Wizard dialog Box, retain the default settings and click Next until the installation is completed. Then, click Finish, as shown in Figure 4-10.

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Figure 4-10 Certification importing wizard

10. In the displayed Certificate Import Wizard dialog box, select Place all certificate in the following store and click Browse, as shown in Figure 4-11.

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Figure 4-11 Certificate Import Wizard

11. In the displayed Select Certificate Store dialog box, select Trusted Root Certification

Authorities and click OK, as shown in Figure 4-12.

Figure 4-12 Select Certificate Store

12. In the displayed Certificate Import Wizard dialog box, click Next, as shown in Figure

4-13.

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Figure 4-13 Certificate Import Wizard

13. In the displayed Certificate Import Wizard dialog box, click Finish.

14. In the displayed Security Warning dialog box, click Yes, as shown in Figure 4-14.

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Figure 4-14 Completing the Certificate Import Wizard

15. Click Finish.

16. Open the Internet Explorer again, enter http://server IP address:port number in the address bar, and click Enter.

17. Enter the user name admin and the default password Changeme123, and click Login.

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4.4 Registering the eBIMS

When the initial license of the eBIMS expires, load a new license file and register the eBIMS to ensure that the eBIMS works properly.

The eBIMS provides a license with a validity period when the eBIMS is installed the first time. When the license expires, a new license file must be loaded to ensure proper running of the eBIMS.

A license file can be reloaded in the following two scenarios:

1. Loading the license file before the initial license expiration

2. Loading the license file after initial license expiration

4.4.1 Loading a New License File Before the Initial License Expires

Apply for a new license and load the license file before the initial license expires.

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Procedure

Step 1 Specify User name and Password to log in to the eBIMS.

Step 2 Choose System > License Management and click Obtain ESN.

Step 3 In the displayed Obtain ESN dialog box, select Select network adapters and click Generate

ESN, as shown in Figure 4-15.

Figure 4-15 Obtain ESN

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NOTE

An ESN (Equipment Serial Number) is a string that uniquely identifies a device. It ensures that the license is granted to the specified device. If the server is equipped with multiple network adapters, record the ESNs for all the network adapters.

Select the network adapter whose IP address is the one defined for the eBIMS.

Step 4 Log in to http://support.huawei.com/support/, fill the license application information, and

click Submit.

NOTE

After the application is granted, a license is sent to you by email.

Step 5 Choose System > License Management and click Import License.

Step 6 In the displayed Import License dialog box, select a license file and click Import, as shown in

Figure 4-16.

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Figure 4-16 Import License

Step 7 Click Apply.

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4.4.2 Loading a New License File After the Initial License Expires

After the initial license expires, apply for a new license and load the license file again to ensure that the eBIMS works normally.

Procedure

Step 1 Click here on the eBIMS login page, as shown in Figure 4-17.

Figure 4-17 eBIMS login page

Step 2 In the displayed dialog box, click here, as shown in Figure 4-18.

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Figure 4-18 ESN entry dialog box

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Step 3 In the displayed Obtain ESN dialog box, select Select network adapters and click Generate

ESN, as shown in Figure 4-19.

Figure 4-19 Obtain ESN

NOTE

Step 4 Log in to http://support.huawei.com/support/, fill the license application information, and

click Submit.

NOTE

After the application is granted, a license is sent to you by email.

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Step 5 Repeat Step 1 and Step 2, enter the administrator's password, select the license, and click

Import.

NOTE

After the license is loaded successfully, the eBIMS login page is displayed.

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4.5 Uninstalling the eBIMS

This section describes how to uninstall the eBIMS.

Procedure

Step 1 Choose Start>All Programs>eBIMS>eBIMS Console. In the displayed eBIMS Console

dialog box, click Stop.

Step 2 Choose Start>All Programs>eBIMS>uninstall eBIMS.

NOTE

After the uninstallation, eBIMS data is deleted. If you need to save eBIMS data, back up the data as prompted.

Step 3 In the Confirm uninstallation dialog box, click Next.

Step 4 In the Confirm dialog box, click Yes.

Step 5 In the Uninstallation Completed dialog box, click Finish.

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Follow-up Procedure

1. Verify that the shortcut icons are deleted from the desktop.

2. Verify that the eBIMS installation directory is deleted.

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About This Chapter

5 FAQ

About This Chapter

Frequently asked questions about the installation of eBIMS

5.1 How Can I Modify the Database eBIMS IP Address?

5.2 How Can I Connect the eBox to a Laptop?

5.3 How Can I Do If an Access Failure Message Is Displayed?

5.4 How Can I Enable Automatic prompting for file downloads of the Internet Explorer?

5.5 How Do I Set a Database User Name and Password?

5.6 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password?

5.7 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password of maintenance tool?

5.8 How Do I Reinstall the eBIMS System?

5.9 How Can I Handle the Problem that Forward and Backward Buttons Are Unavailable When

Accessing the eBIMS Using the Internet Explorer?

5.10 How Can I Handle the Problem that Web Page Cannot Be Displayed Normally When Using

the Internet Explorer on Windows 2008 OS?

5.11 How Can I Handle the Problem that Security Warnings Are Displayed When Logging in

to the eBIMS?

5.12 How Can I Handle the Problem of Internet Explorer Closing When Logging In to the

eBIMS?

5.13 How Can I Handle the Problem of Failure in Logging In to the eBIMS When Cookies Are

Disabled?

5.14 How Can I Handle the Problem of Layout Disorder When Logging In to the eBIMS?

5.15 How Can I Handle the Problem that Exporting eBIMS Data Fails Using the Internet

Explorer?

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5.16 How Can I Handle the Problem that Login to the eBIMS Fails and the Account Is Locked?

5.17 How to change eBox command line password

5.18 How to import CA Certificate?

5.19 How to create self-signed certificate?

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5.1 How Can I Modify the Database eBIMS IP Address?

Question

After the server IP address is changed, how do I modify the database eBIMS IP address?

Answer

Step 1 Choose Start > All Programs > eBIMS > eBIMS Console. In the eBIMS Console dialog box,

click Stop.

Step 2 Modify the database eBIMS IP address using an IP address modification tool.

1. Choose Start > All Programs > eBIMS Console> Tools > IP Change Tool to start the IP address modification tool.

2. In the IP Change Tool dialog box, choose the desired server IP address and click Modify.

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3. Click Yes when the system prompts you to continue.

4. In the displayed window, click Confirm.

Step 3 Start the eBIMS service.

l On the Windows OS, choose Start > All Programs > eBIMS > eBIMS Console. In the

displayed eBIMS Console dialog box, click Start.

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5.2 How Can I Connect the eBox to a Laptop?

Question

How can I connect the eBox to a laptop?

Answer

Step 1 Connect the eBox to a laptop using a USB cable.

Step 2 Install the USB serial driver on the laptop. After the installation is successful, a new COM port

is displayed in the Device Manager window, as shown in Figure 5-1.

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Figure 5-1 New COM port

NOTE

Obtain the USB serial driver at http://support.huawei.com.

Step 3 Choose Start > All Programs > Accessories > hypertrm to open HyperTerminal.

NOTE

You can also use the eBox parameter configuration tool to obtain the COM port information from the laptop.

Step 4 Select the number of the COM port configured in Step 2, as shown in Figure 5-2.

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Figure 5-2 Setting COM port number

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Step 5 Set COM port parameters, as shown in Figure 5-3.

Figure 5-3 Setting COM port parameters

Step 6 Enter the password of the eBox CLI to configure and commission the eBox, as shown in Figure

5-4.

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Figure 5-4 Configuring eBox CLI

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NOTE

The initial password of the eBox CLI is Huawei_eBox.

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5.3 How Can I Do If an Access Failure Message Is Displayed?

Question

After the eBIMS server starts, logging in to the eBIMS server by using a browser fails and an access failure message is displayed. How can I rectify this failure?

Answer

Step 1 Choose Start>Control Panel.

Step 2 Double-click Administrative Tools and double-click Services.

Step 3 In the Services dialog Box, double-click Security Center.

Step 4 In the Security Center Properties dialog Box, select Disabled as Startup type and click

Stop under Service status.

Step 5 Click OK.

Step 6 Log in to the eBIMS server by using the browser.

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5.4 How Can I Enable Automatic prompting for file downloads of the Internet Explorer?

Question

Files fail to be downloaded from the eBIMS. How can I enable automatic prompting for file downloads of the Internet Explorer?

Answer

Step 1 Open Internet Explorer.

Step 2 Choose Tools>Internet Options from the main menu. In the Internet Options dialog Box,

click the Security tab, and click Custom Level.

Step 3 In the Security Settings dialog box, click Enable under Download>Automatic prompting for

file downloads.

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Step 4 Click OK.

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5.5 How Do I Set a Database User Name and Password?

Question

How do I set a database user name and password?

Answer

Step 1 The databases are installed automatically when you install the eBIMS. The system asks you to

enter a user name and password.

Step 2 The super administrator user name of the database is root, which cannot be changed. You can

set a password for the user name.

Step 3 The default database eBIMS user name is commonuser, which can be changed. You can set a

password for the user name.

NOTE

The password must contain at least an upper-case letter (A to Z), a lower-case letter (a to z), and a digit (0 to 9).

You can also define the database user name and password for the maintenance system.

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5.6 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password?

Question

How do I change the user password after logging into the eBIMS the first time?

Answer

Step 1 After the eBIMS is installed, the initial user name is admin, and the initial user password is

Changeme123.

Step 2 After you log in to the eBIMS the first time, the system forcibly asks you to change the password.

For details about the password rules, see the password modification page.

Step 3 After changing the password successfully, use the new password when you log in to the eBIMS

the next time.

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NOTE

Please change admin user's password periodically.

5.7 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password of maintenance tool?

Question

How do I change the user password after logging into the eBIMS maintenance web page for the first time?

Answer

Step 1 After the eBIMS is installed, the initial user name for maintenance tool is sys, and the initial

user password is Changeme123.

Step 2 After you log in to the eBIMS maintenance tool for the first time, the system forcibly asks you

to change the password. For details about the password rules, see the password modification page.

Step 3 After changing the password successfully, use the new password when you log in to the eBIMS

the next time.

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NOTE

l Web link for maintenance tool: http://ebimsIP:8088

l Please change sys user's password periodically.

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5.8 How Do I Reinstall the eBIMS System?

Question

After uninstalling the eBIMS, how do I reinstall it?

Answer

Step 1 Restart the eBIMS system after uninstalling the eBIMS.

Step 2 Delete the original installation directory, and install the eBIMS system again.

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5.9 How Can I Handle the Problem that Forward and

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Backward Buttons Are Unavailable When Accessing the eBIMS Using the Internet Explorer?

Question

How can I handle the problem that forward and backward buttons are unavailable when accessing the eBIMS using the Internet Explorer?

Answer

Step 1 Install the Internet Explorer 9 with other versions or perform page switch from the eBIMS menu.

Do not use Forward or Backward provided by the browser.

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5.10 How Can I Handle the Problem that Web Page Cannot Be Displayed Normally When Using the Internet Explorer on Windows 2008 OS?

Question

How can I handle the problem that web page cannot be displayed normally when using the Internet Explorer on Windows 2008 OS?

Answer

Step 1 Open the Internet Explorer and choose Tools>Internet Options. In the Internet Options dialog

box, click the Security tab page and click Trusted sites. Add the eBIMS website (https://eBIMS

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server IP address:eBIMS server port number/) to the trusted site list and set the security level to Low.

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5.11 How Can I Handle the Problem that Security Warnings Are Displayed When Logging in to the eBIMS?

Question

How can I handle the problem that security warnings are displayed when logging in to the eBIMS?

Answer

Step 1 In the Security Warning dialog box, click Add.

Step 2 In the Internet Options dialog box of the Internet Explorer, click the Security tab page and

select Trusted sites.

Step 3 Click Sites. In the Trusted sites dialog box, enter the eBIMS website in the Add this website

to the zone: text box and click Add.

Step 4 Click Close.

Step 5 Restart the Internet Explorer to log in to the eBIMS.

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5.12 How Can I Handle the Problem of Internet Explorer Closing When Logging In to the eBIMS?

Question

How can I handle the problem of Internet Explorer closing when logging in to the eBIMS?

Answer

Step 1 In the Internet Options dialog box of the Internet Explorer, click the Privacy tab page and

deselect Block pop-ups.

Step 2 Click OK.

Step 3 Restart the Internet Explorer to log in to the eBIMS.

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5.13 How Can I Handle the Problem of Failure in Logging In to the eBIMS When Cookies Are Disabled?

Question

How can I handle the problem of failure in logging in to the eBIMS when cookies are disabled?

Answer

Step 1 Open the Internet Explorer and choose Tools>RoboForm Toolbar.

Step 2 On the RoboForm Toolbar page, click Cache and deselect Disable Cookies.

Step 3 Restart the Internet Explorer.

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5.14 How Can I Handle the Problem of Layout Disorder When Logging In to the eBIMS?

Question

How can I handle the problem of layout disorder when logging in to the eBIMS?

Answer

Step 1 Open the Internet Explorer and choose Tools>Compatibility View.

Step 2 In the Compatibility View dialog box, deselect Include updated website lists from

Microsoft, Display intranet sites in Compatibility View, and Display all websites in Compatibility View.

Step 3 Click Close.

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5.15 How Can I Handle the Problem that Exporting eBIMS Data Fails Using the Internet Explorer?

Question

How can I handle the problem that exporting eBIMS data fails using the Internet Explorer?

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Answer

Step 1 Choose Tool>Internet Options from the main menu. In the Internet Options dialog box, click

the Security tab, and click Custom Level.

Step 2 In the Security Settings dialog box, click Enable under Download>Automatic prompting for

file downloads.

Step 3 Click OK.

Step 4 Restart the Internet Explorer to log in to the eBIMS.

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5.16 How Can I Handle the Problem that Login to the eBIMS Fails and the Account Is Locked?

Question

How can I handle the problem that login to the eBIMS fails and the account is locked?

Answer

Step 1 Log in to the eBIMS again after 30 minutes.

NOTE

User admin can use other computers to log in to the eBIMS.

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5.17 How to change eBox command line password

Question

How to change eBox command line password, after logged in?

NOTE

It is recommended to change the default password to avoid the security risk.

Answer

Step 1 Doulbe click eConfig_PC.exe to start the config tool.

NOTE

For the first time to use eConfig tool, please double click eConfig_reg.bat firstly to register eConfig to your PC.

Step 2 Select the correct COM port, then input default password: Huawei_eBox, and click Open.

Step 3 Input chgpwd [old pwd] [new pwd] [new pwd] at the right bottom input box, and then click

send.

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NOTE

l For example, the old password is Huawei_eBox, and new password is Huawei_eBoxV1, please input

chgpwd Huawei_eBox Huawei_eBoxV1 Huawei_eBoxV1, then click send at the right bottom input

box. For successful operation, there should be a Set CLI password success! in the display area on the right part of eConfig window.

l Please change the eBox command line password periodically.

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5.18 How to import CA Certificate?

Question

How to import CA Certificate?

Answer

5 FAQ

CA Certificate is a kind of Digital Certificate, which was used to establish a secure communication channel between client browser and Web server. Communication data was encrypted by encryption algorithm.

Table 5-1 Self-Signed Certificate and CA Certificate

Certificate Type Comments How to get

Self-Signed Certificate Temporary certificates

installed by eBIMS, which was used go enable the the secure communication of eBIMS after installation.

eBIMS support

Import CA Certificate or Create Self-signed Certificate are supported

after installation to replace the temporary certificates installed by eBIMS.

SHA1withRSA and SHA256withRSA, default is SHA256withRSA. SHA is Secure Hash Algorithm, which was used for generation of digital signature. SHA1 is Secure Hash Algorithm 1. SHA256's hash value length is 256. RSA is the most popular encryption algorithm, which was used to make digital signature.

CA Certificate Signed by certificate

authority.

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eBIMS Product Installation Guide 5 FAQ

Step 1 Double click eBIMS Console on desktop, or Start > All programs > eBIMS > eBIMS

Console. eBIMS Console dialog should be displayed.

Step 2 Select Tools > Certificate Tool. Certificate Tool dialog should be displayed.

Step 3 Select Import CA Certificate, then Next.

Step 4 Select a CA certificate and input the correct password, then click Apply. New certificate should

be enabled after restart of eBIMS.

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NOTE

l Please import or change the certificate with different password periodically.

l Certificate Tool menu is enabled after eBIMS service was stopped.

5.19 How to create self-signed certificate?

Question

Answer

How to create self-signed certificate?

Table 5-2 Self-Signed Certificate and CA Certificate

Certificate Type Comments How to get

Self-Signed Certificate Temporary certificates

installed by eBIMS, which was used go enable the the secure communication of eBIMS after installation.

eBIMS support SHA1withRSA and SHA256withRSA, default is SHA256withRSA. SHA is Secure Hash Algorithm, which was used for generation of digital signature. SHA1 is Secure Hash Algorithm 1. SHA256's hash value length is 256. RSA is the most popular encryption algorithm, which was used to make digital signature.

Import CA Certificate or Create Self-signed Certificate are supported

after installation to replace the temporary certificates installed by eBIMS.

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Certificate Type Comments How to get

CA Certificate Signed by certificate

authority.

Apply for CA certificate to official certificate authority.

Step 1 Double click eBIMS Console on desktop, or Start > All programs > eBIMS > eBIMS

Console. eBIMS Console dialog should be displayed.

Step 2 Select Tools > Certificate Tool. Certificate Tool dialog should be displayed.

Step 3 Select Create Self-signed Certificate, then click Next.

Step 4 Select your wanted encryption algorithm, then click Apply. New certificate should be enabled

after restart of eBIMS.

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NOTE

l Please import or change the certificate with different password periodically.

l Certificate Tool menu is enabled after eBIMS service was stopped.

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Huawei EMETER User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Figures

Tables

1 Overview

1.1 Networking

1.2 Safety Precautions

1.2.1 General Safety Precautions

1.2.2 Battery

1.3 Unpacking and Acceptance

1.4 Installation Scenario

1.5 Installation Process

2 Installation Preparations

2.1 Preparing Tools

2.2 Preparing Documents

3 Hardware Installation

3.1 Installing an eBat

3.2 Installing an eMeter

3.3 Installing an eBox

3.3.1 Inside an Outdoor Cabinet

3.3.2 Inside an Indoor Equipment Room

3.3.3 Connecting Cables

3.4 Setting eBox Parameters

3.4.1 Setting eBox Parameters Using eConfig

3.4.1.1 Setting eBox FE Interface Parameters

3.4.1.2 Setting eBox GPRS Interface Parameters

3.4.1.3 Setting eBox RS485 Interface Parameters

3.4.2 Setting eBox Parameters Manually

3.4.2.1 Setting eBox Parameters in FE Port-based

3.4.2.2 Setting eBox Parameters in GPRS-Based

3.5 Field Networking

3.6 Setting Number of Battery Strings

3.7 Querying Battery Information

3.8 Setting current transducer information of eMeter

3.9 Verifying the Hardware Installation

4 Software Installation

4.1 Hardware Requirements

4.2 Installing the eBIMS

4.3 Verifying the Software Installation

4.4 Registering the eBIMS

4.4.1 Loading a New License File Before the Initial License Expires

4.4.2 Loading a New License File After the Initial License Expires

4.5 Uninstalling the eBIMS

5 FAQ

5.1 How Can I Modify the Database eBIMS IP Address?

5.2 How Can I Connect the eBox to a Laptop?

5.3 How Can I Do If an Access Failure Message Is Displayed?

5.4 How Can I Enable Automatic prompting for file downloads of the Internet Explorer?

5.5 How Do I Set a Database User Name and Password?

5.6 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password?

5.7 How Do I Change the Initial Login Password of maintenance tool?

5.8 How Do I Reinstall the eBIMS System?

How can I handle the problem that forward and backward buttons are unavailable when accessing the eBIMS using the Internet Explorer?

5.10 How Can I Handle the Problem that Web Page Cannot Be Displayed Normally When Using the Internet Explorer on Windows 2008 OS?

5.11 How Can I Handle the Problem that Security Warnings Are Displayed When Logging in to the eBIMS?

5.12 How Can I Handle the Problem of Internet Explorer Closing When Logging In to the eBIMS?

5.13 How Can I Handle the Problem of Failure in Logging In to the eBIMS When Cookies Are Disabled?

5.14 How Can I Handle the Problem of Layout Disorder When Logging In to the eBIMS?

5.15 How Can I Handle the Problem that Exporting eBIMS Data Fails Using the Internet Explorer?

5.16 How Can I Handle the Problem that Login to the eBIMS Fails and the Account Is Locked?

5.17 How to change eBox command line password

5.18 How to import CA Certificate?

5.19 How to create self-signed certificate?