Page 1
NetSwitch Master
User’s Manual
Version 2.0
Page 2
- i -
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introducing NetSwitch Master .............................................................. 1
1.1 Contents of Your NetSwitch Master Package .............................................................. 1
1.2 NetSwitch Master Features ......................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup ..................................................................................... 3
2.1 Basic Connection ........................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Hardware Installation Procedure ................................................................................. 3
2.3 Daisy Chain Setup Procedure ..................................................................................... 4
Chapter 3: Setup Netility .......................................................................................... 6
3.1 Installing Netility .......................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Using Netility for IP Configurations .............................................................................. 6
3.2.1Configure ............................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 4: NetSwitch Master Web Management ................................................. 10
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Control Management ................................................................................................. 10
4.2.1 Information .......................................................................................................... 11
4.2.2 Configuration ....................................................................................................... 13
4.2.3 Log Information ................................................................................................ 29
4.2.4 Help ................................................................................................................. 30
Chapter 5: Connected Device ............................................................................... 32
5.1 Environment Monitor, ENV ........................................................................................ 32
Chapter 6: Remote Monitoring Using Telnet ........................................................ 34
6.1 Accessing NetSwitch Master using Telnet.................................................................. 34
6.2 Control and Setup NETSWITCH MASTER using Telnet ............................................ 34
Chapter 7: The Outlook of NetSwitch Master Panels .......................................... 36
7.1 NetSwitch Master Front and Back Panels ................................................................. 36
7.2 NetSwitch Master LED Table ..................................................................................... 36
7.3 SNMP LED Table ...................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 8: Accessing NetSwitch Master using a Telephone .............................. 38
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................... 40
Page 3
- 1 -
Chapter 1: Introducing NetSwitch Master
The Netswitch Master is an Internet ready device designed to allow administrators to
remotely and individually control the AC power for up to eight connected devices,
such as: servers, routers, modems and telephone networks. Moreover, user is able
to pre-configure to turn on/off specific outlet when a UPS or NetFeeler II event
occurs or resolved. With the expandable function of allowing daisy chaining
(cascading) of up to 16 client units, administrators can control a total of 128 devices.
NetSwitch Master offers easy set up and user-friendly communication and control
methods. Most common connection of all is via the LAN using normal Ethernet
connection. Once connected and properly set up, the administrator will be notified of
a web IP address and the administrator can manage the power of the devices from
anywhere in the world via the web browser.
The superiority of the NetSwitch Master over other power management products is
NetSwitch Master gives you control through a telephone (tone signals) with no need
of a modem connection. So even if networks lock up or Internet crashes, there is
always a back up telephone control option for administrators to control devices. With
such powerful features, administrators can be sure that they will always gain access
to their devices no matter where they are in the world.
1.1 Contents of Your NetSwitch Master Package
The standard NetSwitch Master package contains the following with supporting
hardware and software. The components of your package are:
1. NetSwitch Master Unit
2. Rack mount Brackets
3. 1 piece of AC Power Cord.
4. 8 pieces of RJ-11 to RS232 NT Server Cables: For PC communication.
(Optional)
5. 1 piece RJ-11 Cascade Cable: For NetSwitch Master daisy chain.
6. CD-ROM
a. Netility for Windows: Configure SNMP card’s IP address and
upgrade firmware.
b. SNMP MIB: Management Information Base for Network.
c. User Manual: NetSwitch Master User’s Manual Rev.2.0
Page 4
- 2 -
1.2 NetSwitch Master Features
Turn On/Off/Reset any or all NetSwitch outlets via network GUI, phone or
manually on site..
Equipped with master switch and protected by circuit breaker.
Daisy- chain 16 units to control a total of 128 outlets.
Set sequential or scheduled power on/off/reset to each outlet.
Connect to compatible UPS for real-time remote monitoring, management &
control and to perform UPS self-tests
Add on NetFeeler II to monitor temperature, humidity, water presence, smoke,
PIR, security and other RF sensors.
Turn on/off outlet when a UPS or NetFeeler II event occurs or resolved.
Perform safe shutdown to allow software time to save & exit and safe reboot to
avoid overloading mains.
Event notification ia e-mail, SMS or trap.
Support multi-user management, event logs and data log downloads.
Support USB WiFi 802.11b/g and USB flash disk, GPRS modem
Centralized authentication by Radius.
Support advance encryption: Https, SSL, SSH, SNMPv3
Perform multiple PC shutdown using ClientMate when AC fails or battery low.
Available in 115VAC and 230VAC
Page 5
- 3 -
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
This section will guide you through the quick installation of the NetSwitch Master
2.1 Basic Connection
2.2 Hardware Installation Procedure
1. Install mounting brackets.
2. The NetSwitch Master comes with brackets for mounting in a standard 19-inch
rack. To mount the NetSwitch Master into a rack perform the following procedure:
3. Attach the mounting brackets to the unit as shown, using the four retaining
screws provided for each of the brackets.
4. Choose a location for the brackets. A notched hole on the vertical rail denotes
the middle of a U slot.
5. Align the mounting holes of brackets with the notched hole on the vertical rail and
attach with the retaining screws.
6. If installing more than one NetSwitch Master, repeat process 3 -5.
7. Connect all input and output connectors. (Refer to section 5.0 for daisy chain
configuration)
8. Connect Ethernet cable to NetSwitch Master.
9. Program the IP address using Netility. (Refer to section 6.0 for IP configuration).
10. Set NetSwitch Master’s front control buttons for Internet/remote on manually
control. (Please check LED Table for the operation)
11. Use browser to monitor and control.
NOTE: NetSwitch Master is only to work with the UPS that supports Megatec Protocol. It connects via
standard USB/USB cable ( UPS with Megatec IC embedded); Or, via Megatec DB9/USB M2905 (pin
2,3,5) or M2902 (pin 6,7,9) cable
Page 6
- 4 -
2.3 Daisy Chain Setup Procedure
The NetSwitch Master can be Daisy Chained up to a maximum of sixteen units.
Each NetSwitch in the Daisy Chain must have its own unique identification number.
The default ID# is “0 “. The first NetSwitch Master must have the Internet Power
Management Card install and must be configured before you can begin Daisy
Chaining any additional NetSwitch. Only the first NetSwitch Master requires the
Internet Power Management Card. All of the other NetSwitch in the Daisy Chain do
not require that the Internet Power Management Card be installed. Follow the
procedure below to Daisy Chain the NetSwitch
Figure 1 - First NetSwitch Master
1. Make sure that the Terminator is plugged into the first NetSwitch Master Port
(See Figure 1)
2. Plug the first NetSwitch Master
3. Turn the master power switch on.
4. Setup the NetSwitch Master (see Setup Procedure page 9).
5. Configure the first NetSwitch Master’s ID number (each NetSwitch Master must
have it's own unique ID#, the default ID# is "0").
Figure 2 - First and second NetSwitch Master /NetSwitch
6. Make sure that the second NetSwitch has the Terminator plugged into the iLink
port (see Figure 2).
7. Connect the first and second NetSwitch together with the iLink cable.
8. Plug the second NetSwitch power cord into utility power.
9. Turn the master power switch on.
10. Configure the second NetSwitch ID number (each NETSWITCH MASTER must
have it's own unique ID#, the default ID# is "0").
11. If there are only two NetSwitch required for this application, then this completes
the Daisy Chaining procedure and the NetSwitch are ready to use.
12. If your application requires additional NetSwitch then continue on with the Daisy
Chaining procedure.
Page 7
- 5 -
Figure 3 - First, second and third NetSwitch Master/ NetSwitch
13. Make sure that the third NetSwitch has the Terminator plugged into the iLink port
(see Figure 3).
14. Remove the Terminator from the second NetSwitch
15. Connect the second and third NetSwitch together with the iLink cable.
16. Plug the third NetSwitch power cord into utility power.
17. Turn the master power switch on.
18. Configure the third NetSwitch ID number (each NetSwitch must have it's own
unique ID#, the default ID# is "0").
19. If there are only three NetSwitch required for this application, then this
completes the Daisy Chaining procedure and the NetSwitch are ready for use
20. If your application requires additional NetSwitch (maximum of sixteen), then
repeat steps 13-19 of the Daisy Chaining procedure.
Page 8
- 6 -
Chapter 3: Setup Netility
3.1 Installing Netility
1. Insert the Utility CD into the CD-ROM driver and execute Netility.exe
2. After installation is completed, ‘Netility’ group will appear in Windows ’Start’
‘Program Group’.
Netility Group
3. Click “Netility” to start the program.
3.2 Using Netility for IP Configurations
The Netility main menu is shown below. The selection menu is located on the left.
The device, hardware, firmware and IP addresses of all NetSwitch Master connected
to the LAN are displayed on the right.
Netility Main Menu
Once Netility starts-up, it will automatically search for the computer’s Network card
Page 9
- 7 -
3.2.1Configure
Launch Device
Click Launch Device or double click the NetSwitch Master listed in the table to
launch it.
Enter the Account (Login Name) and Password (Login Password) set earlier to
login. If you did not configure one, then just click Apply to login.
Network Settings
Choose the NetSwitch Master from the right of the screen, then click “Configure”,
would shows the following setting page
IP Address:Set IP address for NetSwitch Master
When use at the first time, please set IP address; subnet mask; and gateway. After
setting, enter IP address from Telnet or Browser to connect to NetSwitch Master’s
webpage
Netility Network Configure
When using DHCP or BOOTTP to set up IP address, IP address, Subnet Mask and
Gateway would receive directly by the system.
Advanced:Advanced NetSwitch Master Setting
In order to ensure the secure management, Netility provides two protecting function:
Management Protocol
NetSwitch Master provides HTTP/HTTPS(WEB) and Telnet to reference any related
parameter setting for the manager. Concerning with security, the manager could
build use openly or any advance port setting methods. Followings are the description:
1. At advanced setting, two functions were set as activated by using port number 80
and 23 for Http and Telnet. As for Https and SSH are 443 and 22.
2. Untick means not using the function.
Page 10
- 8 -
3. When set to the other port value, full IP Address must be entered in order to login
to the website or Telnet.
For example,
Set 81 as HTTP port number, then http://192.168.0.177:81 must be typed
at the web address to proceed to NetSwitch Master’s webpage.
Set 23 as Telnet port number, then "192.168.0.177:24" must be typed at
Telnet to proceed to the Telnet screen of NetSwitch Master
Netility Advanced
Netility Password
After password setting here, there is no way to give any command to NetSwitch
Master by Netility software without user’s password.
Netility Password
Page 11
- 9 -
Firmware Upgrade
NetSwitch Master offer convenient firmware upgrade function. When you are going
to upgrade firmware, click Download Firmware from NetSwitch Master Setup menu,
click “Browser” select new firmware file (*.bin) and press “Start”. Thus, NetSwitch
Master Red LED and Yellow LED flashing alternative means the firmware is
upgrading. After upgrade completed, NetSwitch Master will auto reboot. To upgrade
multi NetSwitch Master with same firmware, hold on “shift” or Ctrl” and choose the
NetSwitch Master device from Netility list,
Note:NetSwitch Master provided well-considerable protection function. If uploading was
interrupted and raised data in incomplete, Netswitch Master will keep its default to avoid
of complete data loss. In the case, just repeat “firmware upload” as well.
Netility Firmware Download
About - Netility version examined
Netility About
Refresh List – Search all NetSwitch Master within netowrk
Netility would search all the available NetSwitch Master from Lan automatically, or
the user could search manually by click on “Search NetSwitch”
Page 12
- 10 -
Chapter 4: NetSwitch Master Web Management
4.1 Introduction
After finishing NetSwitch Master installation, including hardware installation and IP
setting, you are now able to login to NetSwitch Master’s web site to monitor and
control outlets by inputting NetSwitch Master’s IP address in Browser.
Starting the Web Brower
Enter the NetSwitch Master’s IP Address (Which set on Netility, e.g.
192.168.0.194).
Fig.13 Input NetSwitch Master IP address
On the first screen, enter the current password. If no password has been set, just
press [ENTER].
Fig.14 NetSwitch Master Login dialog
4.2 Control Management
The NetSwitch Master’s webpage main menu is divided into four sections. The
selections menu on the left and display menu on the right. Enter the main function
item, the sub-menu items will be shown on the left side of the page. When using this
NetSwitch Master for the first time, please enter the Configuration menu item to set
all the configuration items. Then the NetSwitch Master status could be correctly
revealed by other pages. The selection menu consists of the following options:
Information
Configuration
Log Information
Help
Page 13
- 11 -
4.2.1 Information
This tab displays the System Information and NetSwitch Master Status. The
information and values are either provided by NetSwitch Master or values set by the
users in the “Configuration” section.
Information
Sub Menu
4.2.1.1 System Status
4.2.1.2.NetSwitch Status
4.2.1.3 UPS Status
4.2.1.4 Remote Control
4.2.1.1 System Status
This section shows you the System Information and Network Status such as the
Firmware Version, the system name, uptime, IP Address, Gateway, PPP Server,
Login IP and the like. These values are either provided by NetSwitch Master (i.e.
MAC address) or set by user.
NetSwitch Master System Status Menu
4.2.1.2 NetSwitch Status
This section gives you remote control over the NetSwitch Master unit and its
individual devices. Click on the individual power input icon to either switch on /
off the device.
Page 14
- 12 -
NetSwitch Master Status Menu
4.2.1.3 UPS Status
This section shows the basic information of UPS and the current status of UPS data
and connection mode. Users can choose an interval from the drop-down box to
refresh the status readings
NetSwitch Master UPS Status Menu
4.2.1.4 Remote Control
This page is to provide the UPS remote test functions. Choose the test item, then
click on 'Apply' to execute it. (Please refer to the UPS manual for individual UPS Test
functions.)
Page 15
- 13 -
NetSwitch Master Remote Control Menu
4.2.2 Configuration
Please ensure that each of the following option is set correctly. Otherwise,
NetSwitch Master may not work properly.
Configuration
Sub Menu
4.2.2.1 NetSwitch Settings
4.2.2.2 NetSwitch Action
4.2.2.3 Network
4.2.2.4 SNMP
4.2.2.5 Email
4.2.2.6 SMS
4.2.2.7 Web/Telnet
4.2.2.8 System Time
4.2.2.9 UPS Configuration
4.2.2.10 UPS On/Off Schedule
4.2.2.11 SMS Modem
4.2.2.12 Language
4.2.2.1 NetSwitch Settings
This section determines the setting to the individual device connected to
NetSwitch Master
Select NetSwitch
Master
: Select the NetSwitch Master that is currently
connected and switched on
Address Change : Use this to assign a new number or change the
currently assigned number for the NetSwitch
Master unit. You have a choice of 00 to 16.
Note: You cannot choose a number that is already
assigned to another NetSwitch Master
Identification : To give a unique name for the NetSwitch Master.
Outlet : Indicate outlets A-H
Name : To set a unique name for the Outlets
Phone Controllable : Option of “Yes” or ”No”
Control Type : Select a control type for the outlet. Option of;
1. Safe shutdown
2. Safe reboot, and
3. Instant shutdown
(refer to Control Type Table for examples)
Power off Delay
:
Sets the power off delay time in seconds (value
from 0 to 9999)
Page 16
- 14 -
Power Resume
Delay
: Sets
the power resume/on delay time in seconds
(value from 0 to 9999)
NetSwitch Master Settings Menu
Table of Control Type and Resulting NetSwitch Master Action:
Power Mode
Control Type
Power Off
Delay
(sec)
Power
Resume
Delay (sec)
Action By
NETSWITCH MASTER
ON-OFF Safe Shutdown 0 0 Instant Shutdown
ON-OFF Safe Shutdown 10 0 Shutdown in 10 sec.
ON-OFF Safe Shutdown 0 10 Instant Shutdown
ON-OFF Safe Shutdown 10 10 Shutdown in 10 sec.
OFF-ON Safe Shutdown 0 0 Instant ON
OFF-ON Safe Shutdown 0 10 On within 10 sec.
OFF-ON Safe Shutdown 10 0 Instant ON
OFF-ON Safe Shutdown 10 10 On within 10 sec.
ON-OFF Safe Reboot 0 0 Inst S/D, reboot in 10
ON-OFF Safe Reboot 10 0 S/D in 10, reboot in 10
ON-OFF Safe Reboot 0 10 Inst S/D, reboot in 20
ON-OFF Safe Reboot 10 10 S/D in 10, reboot in 20
Note: If the Control Type were changed from Instant or Safe Shutdown to Safe Reboot
and for the first time only, the following will occur;
Power Mode
Control Type
Po
wer Off
Delay
(sec)
Power
Resume
Delay (sec)
Action By
NETSWITCH MASTER
OFF-ON Safe Reboot 0 10 Starts in 20 sec.
OFF-ON Safe Reboot 10 0 Starts in 10 sec.
4.2.2.2 NetSwitch Actions
Use this section to manage your NetSwitch Master schedules or to turn on/off the
outlet when UPS or NetFeeler II event occurs or resolved. You can choose to
add a new event, schedule or to delete the existing event/schedule.
Page 17
- 15 -
NetSwitch Master Action Menu
4.2.2.3 Network
This option determines the NetSwitch Master’s Network settings. Once changed
the IP Address, you will have to redirect your browser to the new IP address
manually. In addition, changing the option between “manually” and “using DHCP”
to “Obtain an IP Address” will cause the SNMP card to reset once you click the
<Apply> button.
Ethernet: Connection Type
This item sets the communication speed between SNMP card and the Network.
If change the Connection Type settings, SNMP card will reboot.
NetSwitch Master Network Menu
4.2.2.4 SNMP
This page is to configure the SNMP settings so that the NetSwitch Master can be
used by a NMS (Network Management System). (Eg: HP OpenView, SUN
SunNet Manager, IBM Trivoli, etc…)
Page 18
- 16 -
NetSwitch Master MIB Menu
General
System Name : Give a name to the SNMP.
System Contact : Name the administrator.
System Location : Name SNMP location.
NetSwitch SNMP
Port
: Set the SNMP UDP port
Trap Receive Port : Set the port to receive trap notification
NetSwitch Master Access Control Menu
Access Control
Manager IP Address : This section is to fix the IP address from which the
administrator can access the Environment Control
Management webpage. You can set up to 8 IP
addresses.
To access this webpage from any IP address leave
this space as *.*.*.* (default)
Page 19
- 17 -
Version
This is to choose the SNMP version.
SNMPv1/v2c/v3
Community : This section is to set a Community name for NMS.
Note: The community name has to be the same as
the setting in NMS.
Permission
:
This section is to set the authorities of accessing
administrator. There is an option of Read,
Read/Write, and No Access (for banning /
restricting access from certain IP Address).
Username/Password
When selec
t SNMPv3, username/password must
be entered. Password must be at least 8
characters. Sender and Recipient’s password must
match to communication
Authentication
Privacy
Description
:
This is to select
between
MD5 and SHA. Length
must be at least 8 characters.
This is to select DES and AES. Length must be at
least 8 characters
This section is for an administrator to make notes.
NetSwitch Master Trap Notification Menu
Trap Notification
Destination IP : This section is to set receivers IP address for
receiving traps sent by NetSwitch Master. It is valid
for up to 8 IP Addresses.
Community : This section is to set a Community name for NMS.
The community name has to be as the same as
the setting in NMS.
Page 20
- 18 -
Severity : This section is to set Trap receiver levels. There
are three levels of Trap receiver:
1. Information: To receive all traps.
2. Warning: To receive “warning” and “severe”
traps.
3. Severe: To receive only “severe” traps. (Please
refer to NMS manual for Trap levels).
Accept : Determines if the IP will receive a trap or not.
Description : This section is for an administrator to make notes.
Event : This section is to select events for NetSwitch
Master to send traps. Clicking on Select will open
a “Select Events List”. Event Traps may be
selected from this list.
4.2.2.5 E-mail
This option sets the following Email details for NetSwitch Master
NetSwitch Master Email Menu
E-mail Settings
E-mail Server
:
This is to set the email server
Email Port
Enter the email port to send the mail
Sender’s Email
Address
: This item determines NETSWITCH MASTER
Email address
Email Server
Requires
Authentication
: If set to “YES”, the user will have to provide the
account name and password in order to access
the Email server. Otherwise, enter “NO”.
Account Name : Enter the account (login) name for the email
server.
Page 21
- 19 -
Password : Enter the password for the above account name
Send Test Mail
To check if the configuration are done correctly to
send the mail
Email
for EventLog
Send Email When
Event Occurs
:
If set to “YES”, NetSwitch Master will send an
email to the Recipient’s Email Address (set below)
when an event occurs.
Event Log recipient’s email address
The user can determine which 8 email addresses will receive warning email when
an event occurs.
Event Selection
:
This section determines the type of event. Click on
“Select” to open the “Select Events List” and
choose the appropriate event for the respective
email accounts.
Event Selection List
Page 22
- 20 -
Email for daily report
The user can determine which 4 email addresses will receive a Daily Report sent
by SNMP Card
Send Email for Daily Report (hh:mm:ss)
This section determines the time of the day, the report is sent.
NetSwitch Master Daily Report recipient’s email address
4.2.2.6 SMS
When events occurs, it allows Short Message Signals (“SMS”) to be sent and
received using a GSM/GPRS/CDMA Modem.
NetSwitch Master SMS Menu
SMS Setting
Send SMS When
Event Occurs
: This section is to select if use local modem or
remote service to send SMS. Select local
modem when modem connects to NetSwitch
Master directly. Select remote service if modem
connects to PC using SMS Server software.
Select Disable if not needed.
SMS Server
This is to determine the IP address of the PC if
selected remote service. (e.g. 192.168.0.180) and
Port Number (default:80)
Page 23
- 21 -
Account
Name/Password
: To enter PC’s account and password if configured
.
Sending test SMS
:
Enter the number of the mobile to check if
configuration is correct to send out SMS
NetSwitch Master Mobile for Event Log Menu
Mobile for Event Log
This section is to set the recipient’s mobile number. A total of 8 mobile numbers
can be assign. (Click on Select to choose the varies event )
4.2.2.7 Web/Telnet
This section is to set the Web/Telnet options for NetSwitch Master. Once set, a user
will have to enter the given username and password in order to access the
NetSwitch Master Control Management webpage.
Netswitch Master Web/Telnet menu
User Account
User Name
:
This section is to set a
User Name for
NetSwitch
Master’s web pages. It is valid for up to 8 users.
Users have to input their user name to get access
to
the web page
s from a web browser.
Page 24
- 22 -
Password
:
This section is to set a password for
NetSwitch
Master’s web pages. Users have to input the
password to get access to the web pages from a
browser.
Permission
:
Determine
the user
’s authorization
. T
he user can
either “Read only” or “Read and Write” after
gaining entry to the webpage.
IP Filter
:
An additional security feature. Once specified, the
user can only login from the specified IP address.
Leave blank to allow user to login from any place.
NetSwitch Master SSL Menu
SSL Information
SSL Public Key
:
This is to upload the SSL public key.
SSL Certificate
:
This is to upload the SSL certificate. When both
public key and certificate are uploaded to
NetSwitch Master’s web server, the
communication will be encrypted by SSL on the
Internet by entering with Http:// on the browser.
(To communicate via Https, make sure to enable
Https port 443.
NetSwitch Master Radius Menu
Page 25
- 23 -
RADIUS Server Settings
Enable RADIUS in
Web/Telnet login
: To select betw
een Yes or No.
RADIUS Server
address
: To enter the IP address of the radius server
Authentication Port
:
To enter the UDP communication port number
Shared Key
:
This is to enter the password to login to radius
server
Connection Timeout
: Set the timeout for completion of RADIUS requests
Connection Retry
: Set the number of retries for RADIUS requests
4.2.2.8 System Time
This section is to set NetSwitch Master’s System Time..
NetSwitch Master System Time Menu
System time
Time Between
Automatic Updates
: This section is to set an interval for time
synchronization. Select either nil, 1, 3, 12 hours or
1, 10 & 30 days.
Time Server
Time Zone (relative
to GMT)
:
Choose the nearest
Time Serv
er
to
the NetSwitch
Master’s location. The Administrator can choose
from the list of a maximum of 30 Time Servers. If
to add new time server, click on Edit and delete
any time server from the list provided and add a
new one .
This section is to set a different time zone for
different countries.
Page 26
- 24 -
Day Light saving
Time
Restart
Auto Restart System
for Every n
Minute(s)
Manual Restart
System After 30
Seconds
:
Choose between Yes or No
.
Use this setting to auto restart the system at a
predetermined interval. The default value is set to
“0” (disabled). Enter between, 1 to 9999 Minute
(i.e., between 1 minute or 166.65 hour) or 1 to 9999
Hour (1 hour to 416.6 days).
Use this feature to manually restart the system
NetSwitch Master in about 30 seconds
4.2.2.9 UPS Configuration
This section is to determine the UPS configuration that connects with NetSwitch
Master via USB.
NetSwitch Master UPS Configuration Menu
UPS Properties
UPS Communication
Type
: Select between Dry Contact (USB) or Megatec
(USB)
Note: The UPS needs to be fully compatible with
Megatec protocol)
Number of Batteries
:
This to be refer to UPS’s manual.
Battery Full Charged
Voltage
: Leave as default of 2.267,unless specified in the
UPS’s manual.
Battery Exhausted
Charge Voltage
: Leave as default of 1.667,unless specified in the
UPS’s manual.
Page 27
- 25 -
Date of last battery
replacement
: This is to record the date when the UPS battery
was last replaced.
UPS Recorder
UPS Data Log : This section is to set the interval to record the
UPS data
NetSwitch Master Test UPS Menu
Test UPS
T
est UPS Every : This section is to schedule the UPS to test once a week or
once every two weeks or not to test
Start Time of
UPS Test
: This is to set the UPS to test at a specific time on the test
day
UPS Test Type : To choose the type of test to perform
NetSwitch Master Warning Threshold Menu
Page 28
- 26 -
Warning Threshold Value
Timeout after loss of
connection
:
This section is to set a period of time that
NetSwitch Master will send a disconnection
warning message.
Critical Load
:
This section is to set the UPS critical loading.
(shown as %) NetSwitch Master will send a
warning message when the UPS is overloaded.
Critical Temperature
Critical Capacity
:
To set the UPS critical internal temperature.
NetSwitch Master will send warning messages
when the UPS overheats.
To set the UPS critical battery capacity (shown as
% )NetSwitch Master will send warning messages
when UPS low battery occurs.
NetSwitch Master Device Connected Menu
Device Connected
This is to set the usage power and connection status of other devices which
connects to the same UPS as NetSwitch Master uses.
4.2.2.10 UPS On /Off Schedule
This is to schedule UPS On/Off time for daily or weekly.
Page 29
- 27 -
UPS Action
This is to turn off the UPS in the configured minute when event occurs. Events are
selectable, click Add to add into the list.
NetSwitch Master Weekly Schedule Menu
Weekly Schedule
This section is to set the time to turn on/off the UPS each day in the week.
NetSwitch Master Date Schedule Menu
Date Schedule
This is to set the time to turn on/off the UPS on the specific date
Page 30
- 28 -
NetSwitch Master Wake on Lan Menu
Wake On Lan
This section is to wake the PC within the network. (Make sure the PC has such
function supported and configure as “Enabled” under BIOS.) Enter the IP address
of that PC and system would search its IP accordingly.
4.2.2.11 SMS Modem
When connects the USB GRSM Modem directly to NetSwitch Master, the modem
communication port will show the device model (e.g tty01), select tty01 and click
Apply
NetSwitch Master SMS Menu
4.2.2.12 Language
This page is to set the language interface for NetSwitch Master
Interface Language
This section is to set the language for NetSwitch Master web pages. NetSwitch
Master will auto detect the language in the computer system and show the same
language on its web pages. Users can also choose the languages they prefer from
the “Interface Language” list.
Note: Users will have to enable cookies before they use this function.
Page 31
- 29 -
Email Preferences
Select language preference when receive emails and SMS
NetSwitch Master Language Menu
4.2.3 Log Information
This section keeps track of device event/data log. It will record the time and date,
device, unit, and details of the event which occurred.
Log Information
Sub Menu
4.2.3.1 Event Log
4.2.3.2 UPS Data Log
4.2.3.3 Battery Test Log
NetSwitch Master Event Log Menu
4.2.3.1 Event Log
It shows a record of all events, giving the Date/Time of the event and a detailed
description of each. When reach to the limit, it rewrites on the previous logs
Page 32
- 30 -
NetSwitch Master UPS Data Log Menu
4.2.3.2 UPS Data Log
This page is a UPS data log. It records UPS Input Voltage/Output Voltage/
Frequency/ Loading/Capacity/ Temperature. When reach to the limit, it rewrites on
the previous logs. Logs can be saved in CSV format by clicking on “Save Data Log”
NetSwitch Master Battery Test Log
4.2.3.3 Battery Test Log
This page records the Battery test that performed with date/time and duration
information
4.2.4 Help
Sub Menu
4.2.4.1 Search NetSwitch
4.2.4.2 Serial Port Debug
4.2.4.3 Help
4.2.4.4 About
4.2.4.1 Search NetSwitch
This to display all the found NetSwitch Master within network with its serial number;
Mac Address; Hardware/Firmware version and its IP address. Double clicking on the
highlighted unit to open the webpage of such device.
Page 33
- 31 -
NetSwitch Master Search NetSwitch Menu
4.2.4.2 Serial Port Debug
This is to know the immediate communication between NetSwitch Master and UPS
or NetSwitch.
NetSwitch Master Serial Port Debug Menu
4.2.4.2 Help
This to help to explain the operation and feature of each option of NetSwitch Master
Click on the left menu to choose the one that needs help
NetSwitch Master Help Menu
Page 34
- 32 -
4.2.4.2 About
This is to check NetSwitch Master Hardware and Firmware version. Also to
save/restore configuration
NetSwitch Master About Menu
Chapter 5: Connected Device
5.1 Environment Monitor, ENV
Once NetFeeler II is connected, the additional information on will be shown on the
Environment Control Management webpage.
1. NetFeeler II
This page show details of the environment detected by the NetFeeler II device.
The user can choose the interval (2, 5, 10, 30 seconds or 1 minute) at which the
status is refreshed. You can connect to another 7 security sensors and their
status will be indicated on “Security 1 to Security 7”
NetSwitch Master NetFeeler II Menu
2. NetFeeler II Settings
This section sets the lower and upper limits for Humidity and Temperature. If the
temperature or humidity, drops below the lower limits or goes above the upper
limit, SNMP will send out a warning email. Also, the security sensor 1~7 can be
name differently to identify
Page 35
- 33 -
NetSwitch Master NetFeeler II Setting Menu
Page 36
- 34 -
Chapter 6: Remote Monitoring Using Telnet
6.1 Accessing NetSwitch Master using Telnet
NetSwitch Master supports multiple Network Management Systems as well as LAN
protocols. Once you have finished the hardware installation and have assigned an IP to the
NetSwitch Master, you will be able to use Telnet to monitor and control the NetSwitch Master
6.2 Control and Setup NETSWITCH MASTER using Telnet
Once you can access NetSwitch Master using telnet you will be able to control and manage
your NetSwitch Master. The following details the individual menu option available using
telnet.
1. Set IP Address : This function allows you to setup IP Address, Gateway
Address and Subnet Mask parameters. Similar to that
on the webpage.
2. Set SNMP MIB
System
: This function allows you to set the MIB system group
parameters.
3. Set SNMP Access
Control
: This function allows you to set the Manager IP,
Community, Access Permission.
Note: The configuration of ‘Set SNMP Access Control’
is only used for SNMP Network Manager.
4. Set SNMP Trap
Notification
:
If you want to use a PC and perform the ‘Trap’ function
of SNMP manager to manage NetSwitch Master, the IP
address of the PC must be added in this list.
Note: The configuration of ‘Set SNMP Trap Receiver’ is
Page 37
- 35 -
only used for SNMP Network Manager.
5. Set UPS Properties : Choose only NETSWITCH MASTER.
Note: Other functions are not available for
NETSWITCH MASTER.
6. Set UPS Devices
Connected
: This allows you to setup the System Name, Rating
in %
and shows if the device is connected or not.
7. Set System Time &
Time Server
: This allows you to setup the System date, time and two
time servers.
8. Set Web and Telnet
User Account
: This is allows to set users account’s authority.
9. Set E
-
mail : This is allows to set e
-
mail accounts
to receive power
event notification for emergency management.
a. Reset Configuration
to Default
: Set all values to their default settings.
b. Set
Environment
Group
: Set the Environment group settings
c. Save & Reboot
:
Save the current c
onfiguration data, including any
changes you have made, and reset the SNMP card.
0. Exit Without Saving
:
All changes will be lost.
Page 38
- 36 -
Chapter 7: The Outlook of NetSwitch Master Panels
7.1 NetSwitch Master Front and Back Panels
The rear-panel contains eight NT SERVER PORTS from A-H. These ports provides
controlled shutdown for NT server. (Port A controls receptacle A; Port B controls receptacle
B, etc…)
7.2 NetSwitch Master LED Table
NETSWITCH MASTER
LED Table
LED ON OFF FLASHING
GREEN
The momentary
switch is disabled
and the output
receptacle is
programmed for
remote control.
The momentary
switch is active and
the receptacle may
be turned on or off
by pressing and
releasing the switch
Pressing and holding the
momentary switch for
three seconds will change
the state from remote to
local control.
RED
The receptacle is on
and providing power
to devices
The receptacle is off
and doesn’t provide
power.
The receptacle has
internal fault.
YELLOW
Indicate the
NetSwitch Master ID
number. The master
one-plugged with
SNMP card, will
display all the
connected
NetSwitch Master ID
numbers
It means the
NetSwitch Master ID
is NetSwitch
Master00.
Page 39
- 37 -
7.3 SNMP LED Table
SNMP LED Table
YELLOW RED GREEN STATUS
Solid Off Solid Off Solid On Power ON
Flashing Solid On Solid On System initial
Solid On Solid Off Solid On Normal Operation
Solid On Flashing Solid On No Connection to UPS
Flashing Flashing Solid On Writing data to flash memory
Green Light : Power state
Red Light : Connection state with UPS
Page 40
- 38 -
Chapter 8: Accessing NetSwitch Master using a
Telephone
This section guides you through control of NetSwitch Master using a telephone.
1. Dial up the NetSwitch Master.
2. After three rings the NetSwitch Master will respond by sending out three short beeps to
the caller. Then the NetSwitch Master waits for the user to enter the password.
3. The user enters an access password (default password is 123456789#).
4. The NetSwitch Master will send out three short beeps to confirm a successful login, or
one long beep to deny access. The NetSwitch Master will disconnect after three
unsuccessful access password attempts.
5. Once logged in, the remote user can punch in 4-8 digits. The first two digits specify
which NetSwitch Master, the next digit specifies which output receptacle and the next
digit specifies which command. The last four digits specify the amount of time:
i. Command format: XXNA#:
ii. XX - 00—16 is the NetSwitch Master’s device number for a daisy chain, if
there is no daisy chain, then any number is accepted.
iii. N - Outlet number: 1(A)—8(H), 9 controls all the outlets.
iv. A - Action type: 0=off, 1=on, 2=reset.
v. I.E. 0111# NetSwitch Master01 turn on Outlet A.
vi. I.E. 0120# NetSwitch Master01 turn off Outlet B.
vii. I.E. 0212# NetSwitch MasterR02 reset outlet A.
viii. I.E. 01113600# means turn A on after 3600 minutes.
ix. I.E. 01103600# means turn A off after 3600 minutes.
x. I.E. 01123600# means reset A after 3600 minutes.
xi. Use a combination of 0111XXXX# or 0112XXXX# to get a different delay time.
XXXX max value is 9999, which is about 166 hours or 6.94 days.
6. Use the "*" key to cancel a command at any time.
7. The NetSwitch Master will acknowledge the receipt of the commands by issuing 2 short
beeps. A long beep indicates a failure or a non-recognizable command.
8. To change the password. The default password is 123456789#. The user has to enter
the previous password in order to change their password.
i. NOTE: The Password has to have a minimum of 7 digits and can have a
maximum of 10 digits.
9. The user enters 888# or whatever previous password. Then the Netswitch Master
responds with three short beeps acknowledging access granted. The user then enters
the new password as follows: 888XXXXXXXXXX#, and the NetSwitch Master
acknowledges with 2 short beeps. Then user inputs 888XXXXXXXXXX# the second
time to re-confirm the new password. The NetSwitch Master acknowledges with 4 short
beeps, indicating that the password has been changed.
10. Hang up to close any access.
11. Forgot telephone interface password? Please do the following steps to restore the
default password.
12. Dial up the NetSwitch Master.
13. After three sequence rings, the NetSwitch Master will respond by sending out 3 short
beeps to the caller and waiting for user to enter password. Then pressing the button A
and H simultaneously on the NetSwitch Master within twenty seconds.
14. When the LED A and H blinking, release the two buttons, the NetSwitch Master will
respond by sending out 4 short beeps to the caller. The password will be restored to
default.
15. The NetSwitch Master is in a waiting loop to receive the command string. Each
command string should be entered within 20 seconds. After 180 seconds without any
user input, the NetSwitch Master will logout the user.
Page 41
- 39 -
16. The 9 command set is for the administrator:
17. 0190# to turn every port off.
18. 0191# to turn every port on.
19. 0192# to reset every port with a delay of 8 minutes, which will allow safe shutdowns.
The delay can be changed by command 888911XXXX#, where XXXX can range from 1
to 9999 minutes.
20. The user enters 000# that can force to break connection with NetSwitch Master.
Page 42
Page 40 of 40
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Questions Answers
TES (Terminal Emulation
Software) does not display
Make sure the TES’s communication parameters are
correct. They should be 115200-
baud rate, no parity, 8 data
bits, and 1 stop bit.
NMS cannot ping the Remote
Power Manager
Make sure the network connection to the NetSwitch Master
is good.
Make sure the cable is in good condition
Make sure to set the community String.
Make sure to set the Manager table.
Make sure the Gateway is correct
My NT server shutdown Verify that the NT server is not setup to have a scheduled
shutdown.
Verify that the RJ-11 NT server cable on the NetSwitch
Master and the NT server is properly secured.
All the LEDs are off and all of
the output receptacles are
dead
1. Turn the master power switch ON
2. Reset the AC circuit breaker
The NetSwitch Master will not
communicate and all of the
LEDs on the web card are ON
There has been a collision of the packets. The NetSwitch
Master needs to be reset. Turn the NetSwitch Master off
and wait for approximately one minute, then turn it back on.
All the LEDs are off and all of
the output receptacles are on
The NetSwitch Master needs to be reset. Turn the
NETSWITCH MASTER off and wait for approximately one
minute, then turn the NetSwitch Master back on.
The user cannot change from
one web page to the next
The NetSwitch Master needs to be reset. Turn the
NetSwitch Master off and wait for approximately one
minute, then turn the NetSwitch Master back on.
I forgot my Supervisor’s
name/password
Please contact Megatec service@megatec.com.tw
Loading...