RPC-4850-8N Network Ready, Heavy Duty Remote DC Power
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1. undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined AE EE H for help RPC gt Figure 5 2 Circuit Status Screen Text Interface c Via Network The RPC includes a default IP address 192 168 168 168 which allows you to contact the unit from any network node on the same subnet When the RPC is installed in a working network environment it is recommended to redefine the IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address as described in Section 5 3 3 i Telnet to the RPC s IP address For example if the IP address is 192 168 168 168 then on a UNIX system the Telnet command would be telnet 192 168 168 168 Enter ii Ifthe Telnet connection is refused this may mean that either the IP Security feature has denied the connection See Section 5 3 4 1 or that the unit is operating on a 100Base T network that does not autosense for 10Base T devices see Section 4 4 2 Password If the System Password has been defined the unit will display the Password Prompt Key in either the System Password or Circuit Password and press Enter If the System Password has not been defined the prompt will not be displayed when the unit is accessed via the Text Interface Note that the Password feature is case sensitive 3 Ifa valid System Password or Circuit Password is entered the RPC will display the Circuit Status Screen shown in Figure2. A Interface Description A 1 Serial Console R 232 Port Interface Carrier Detect Data In Data Out Ready Out Request to Send Clear to Send Figure A 1 Console Port Interface Apx 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide B Specifications Power Input Output Voltage 48 VDC DC Inputs Two 2 Bus A and or Bus B 50 Amps Maximum per Bus Connector Terminal Block 10 Screws e DC Output Circuits Eight 8 Connectors Terminal Block 8 Screws s Load 15 Amps Max per Circuit Total for Circuits One through Eight not to exceed 50 Amps Control Ports e Network Port Ethernet 10Base T e Console Modem Port DB9M RS232C DTE e RS232 Coding Serial ASCII 7 8 Bits No Parity 300 bps 38 4 Kbps Physical Environmental LED Indicators ON RDY RXD Circuit On 1 8 Size Height 3 5 8 9 cm 2 RU Width 19 0 48 3 cm Standard Rack s Depth 9 5 24 1 cm Shipping Weight 13 Lbs 5 9 Kg Operating Temperature 32 F to 149 F 0 C to 65 C Humidity 10 90 RH Apx 2 Appendices C Customer Service Customer Service hours are from 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM PST PDT Monday through Friday When calling please be prepared to give the name and model of the unit its serial number and a description of its symptoms If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service WT
3. Figure 5 7 Circuit Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface CIRCUIT 1 PARAMETERS Circuit Name undefined Password undefined Boot Seq Delay 0 5 Secs Power Up Default On Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 8 Circuit Parameters Menu Text Interface Circuit 1 Shown 5 3 3 Circuit Parameters Menus The Circuit Parameters Menus are used to define Circuit Names Circuit Passwords boot sequence delay times and Power Up Defaults for each of the RPC s Switched DC Circuits e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus then click the Circuit Parameters button The Circuit Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 7 Text Interface Type P nand then press Enter Where n is the number or name of the circuit you wish to configure The Circuit Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 8 Note that in this case the major difference between the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface is that the Web Browser Interface allows you to select parameters for all circuits from a single menu whereas the Text Interface includes a separate menu for each circuit 5 11 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide The Circuit Parameters Menu allows you to define the following parameters Circuit Name Up to 16 Characters Default undefined Note Circuit Names cannot begin with a number dash underscor
4. Text Interface 6 2 2 Switching and Reboot Commands Text Interface These commands can Boot or toggle the RPC s switched circuits Circuits may be specified by name or number Notes e Wait for the RPC gt prompt to appear before entering additional commands The prompt will not reappear until the previous command is complete e Commands are not case sensitive All commands are invoked by pressing Enter e Users who login to command mode using a Circuit password will only be allowed to issue commands to the circuits allowed by that password e If command confirmation is enabled the RPC will display the Status Screen after switching commands are successfully completed e When switching and reboot operations are initiated Boot Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 Operation To Switch Circuits On or Off initiate a boot cycle or set circuits to Power Up Default values proceed as follows 1 Switch Circuit s On To power on a circuit type ON n and press Enter Where n is the number or name of the desired circuit For example ON 1 or ON ROUTER Switch Circuit s Off To power off a circuit type OFF n and press Enter Where n is the number or name of the desired circuit Note that the OFF command can also be entered as OF For example OFF 2 or OF ROUTER Boot Circuit s To initiate a boot cycle type BOOT n and press Enter Where n is a the number
5. User Guide 7 2 Restoring Saved Parameters This Section describes the procedure for using your communications program to send saved parameters to the RPC Note Parameters saved to an ASCII file can only be restored via the Text Interface This procedure cannot be performed via the Web Browser Interface 1 Start your communications program and access the RPC command mode via the Text Interface as described in Section 5 2 2 2 Ifthe Password Prompt is displayed key in your System Password and press Enter 3 Configure your communications program to upload an ASCII text file 4 Upload the file with the saved parameters If necessary key in the file name and directory path 5 When the upload is complete make certain to terminate the communications program s upload mode Note The current On Off status of each RPC circuit will not be saved or restored e When the configuration file is sent to the RPC via telnet the unit s IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address will not be changed until after you exit from command mode At this point saved parameters should have been restored to the RPC unit Check the Circuit Status Screen General Parameters Menu Circuit Parameters Menu and Network Parameters Menu to make certain that saved parameters have been accurately restored 7 2 8 Upgrading the RPC Firmware When new improved versions of the RPC 4850 8N firmware become available the Upgrade Firmware
6. enter the following OFF 1 3 4 Enter 2 Range of Circuits To apply a command to a range of RPC circuits enter the number for the circuits that mark the beginning and end of the range separated by a colon For example to switch circuits 1 through 3 On enter the following ON 1 3 Enter 4 All Circuits To apply a command to all circuits enter an asterisk in place of the name or number For example to Boot all circuits enter the following BO Enter 6 3 Logging Out of Command Mode When you have finished communicating with the RPC it is important to always disconnect using either the Log Out button Web Browser Interface or X command Text Interface rather than simply closing your browser window or communications program When you disconnect using the Log Out button or X command this ensures that the RPC has completely exited from command mode and is not waiting for the inactivity timeout period to elapse before allowing additional connections 6 6 Operation 6 4 The Automated Mode The Automated Mode allows the RPC to execute switching commands without displaying menus or generating response messages Automated Mode is designed to allow the RPC to be controlled by a device which can generate commands to control power switching functions without human intervention When Automated Mode is enabled the ON OFF BOOT and X commands are executed without a Sure confirmation prompt and witho
7. function can be used to update the unit Updates can be installed via the Console Port or Network Port Notes The upgrade procedure can only be performed via the Text Interface All other network ports will be disabled during the firmware upgrade procedure e When the upgrade procedure is complete all parameters will be set to their default states Therefore it is recommended to save RPC configuration parameters to an ASCII file as described in Section 7 before beginning this upgrade procedure 1 Obtain the update file Firmware modifications can either be mailed to the customer on a CDR or downloaded from WTI Place the upgrade CDR in your disk drive or copy the file to your hard drive 2 Access the RPC command mode via the Text Interface When the password prompt is displayed key in the System Level Password 3 When the command prompt appears type U and press Enter The RPC will display a screen which offers the following options e 1 Upgrade Sector 0 e 2 Upgrade Sectors 1 4 e 3 Upgrade Sectors 5 7 e 4 Abort Upgrade Note Instructions regarding the proper Sector option will be supplied when upgrades become available Select the Sector Option indicated for the upgrade and press Enter or type 4 Enter to abort the upgrade procedure 8 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 4 Set your communication program for ASCII Mode then use the program s Send File function to trans
8. Assume that a user is only allowed access to circuits one through four and that the Boot Sequence Delays for each circuit have been set as follows Circuit 1 1 Second Circuit 2 2 Seconds Circuit 3 5 Seconds Circuit 4 1 Minute If the user applies an On command to all four circuits the RPC will respond as follows Turn On Circuit 1 Wait 1 Second Turn On Circuit 2 Wait 2 Seconds Turn On Circuit 3 Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Circuit 4 Pe he Ifa Reboot Command is applied to Circuit 3 the RPC will respond as follows 1 Turn Off Circuit 3 Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Circuit 3 If a Reboot Command is applied to all four circuits the RPC will respond as follows Turn Off all four Circuits short delay between Circuits Wait 1 Second Turn On Circuit 1 Wait 1 Second Wait 2 Seconds Turn On Circuit 2 Wait 2 Seconds Wait 5 Seconds Turn On Circuit 3 Wait 5 Seconds Wait Minute Turn on Circuit 4 ice DADE 5 13 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 207 212 30 80 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Hap w Ej REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION undefined SETUP NETWORK PARAMETERS GIF IP Address 207 212 3080 Circuit Parameters Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 EE Gateway Address boaea o Telnet Parameters Send MSS E EE Security 1 Mask _ EI Action Permit Security 2 Mask OOOO Action Permit Security 3 Mask CT Acti
9. To display the Text Interface Help Menu Figure 6 3 type H and press Enter 6 2 1 The Circuit Status Screen Text Interface When you login to the RPC command mode using the Text Interface the first screen displayed after login is the Circuit Status Screen The Circuit Status Screen Figure 6 2 lists the current status of the RPC s Switched DC Circuits and displays the firmware version and currently defined Site I D Message Normally the Circuit Status Screen will also be redisplayed each time a command is successfully executed Note however that if desired the Automated Mode See Section 6 4 can be enabled to suppress the display of the Circuit Status Screen after each command RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Remote Power Controller v1 41i Site ID undefined Display Configuration Display Help Screen View Set General Parameters Display Circuit Status n View Set Circuit Parameters Display Network Status View Set Serial Parameters View Set Network Parameters Control View set Telnet Parameters D Set Circuits to Default View Set Web Server Boot lt n gt Boot Circuit n Save Parameters Turn On Circuit n Recall Parameters Turn Off Circuit n Download Parameters to File Exit Disconnect Utilities JT Reset Network Interface optional CKT name or U Upgrade Firmware required CKT name or or n n CKT n and CKT CKT n through CKT n all CKTs bypass Sure y n Figure 6 3 The RPC Help Screen
10. and backed by a two year warranty NetReach products are installed in thousands of network sites world wide Our customers know they can depend on WTI for superior quality and reliability for their most mission critical operations 1 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Typographic Conventions Throughout this manual typefaces and characters have been used to denote the following COURIER FONT Indicates characters typed on the keyboard For example ON 3 or OFF 4 Bold Font Text set in bold face and enclosed in square brackets indicates a specific key For example Enter or Esc 1 2 2 Unit Description 2 1 Front Panel Components As shown in Figure 2 1 the RPC 4850 8N front panel includes the following D UU z H www wti com Remote Power Controller RPC 4850 8 Figure 2 1 RPC 4850 8 Front Panel Circuit Status Indicators A series of eight LED indicators which light when power to the corresponding circuit is Switched On RDY Indicator Flashes when the RPC is ready to receive commands ON Indicator Lights when power is applied to the Control Section 2 2 Back Panel Components As shown in Figure 2 2 the RPC 4850 8N back panel includes the following components Ground Screw Default Button This button can be used to either reset the unit to default parameters or manually toggle all circuits On or Off Default Parameters To set all parameters to default
11. or name of the desired circuit Note that the BOOT command can also be entered as BO For example BOOT 1 or BO ATMSWTCH Set Circuits to Power Up Defaults To set each circuit to it s user defined Power Up Default On Off status type D and press Enter Circuits will be set to their default On Off status which is defined using the Circuit Parameters Menu as described in Section 5 3 3 Notes e When you have accessed command mode using the System Password the Default command will be applied to all eight RPC circuits e When you ave accessed command mode using a Circuit User Password the Default command will only be applied to the circuits permitted by the password Suppress Command Confirmation Prompt To execute a switching command without displaying the Sure prompt include the Y option at the end of the command line For example ON ROUTER Y or BOOT 2 Y 6 5 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 6 2 3 Applying Commands to Several Circuits Text Interface As described below switching commands can be applied to only one switched DC circuit or to an assortment of circuits Note When switching operations are initiated Boot Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 1 Several Circuits To apply a switching command to several circuits enter the numbers or names for the circuits separated by a plus sign For example to switch circuits 1 3 and 4 Off
12. the Boot column for Circuit 1 and then click Apply If you are operating the unit via the Text interface type BOOT 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Circuit 1 should go off pause for a moment and then go back on indicating that the boot cycle has been successfully completed b Switch Circuit Off From the Web Browser Interface select the button in the Off column for Circuit 1 and then click Apply From the Text Interface type OFF 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Circuit 1 should go Off indicating that the command has been successfully completed Leave Circuit in the Off state for now and then proceed to the next step c Switch Circuit On From the Web Browser Interface select the button in the On column for Circuit 1 and then click Apply From the Text Interface type ON 1 and press Enter The status indicator for Circuit should then go back On indicating that the command has been successfully completed 3 5 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 3 Log Out When you have finished communicating with the unit it is important to always log off by issuing the appropriate RPC command rather than simply closing your Telnet or communications program When you log off using the proper RPC command this ensures that the unit has completely exited from command mode and is not waiting for the inactivity timeout to elapse before allowing additional connections a We
13. to be defined Except where noted all parameters listed here are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface IP Address Defines the IP address for the RPC unit Default 192 168 168 168 Subnet Mask Defines the Subnet Mask for the RPC unit Default 255 255 255 0 Gateway Address Defines the Gateway Address for the RPC unit Default undefined Send MSS Defines the Maximum Segment Size that will be sent by the RPC Default 536 IP Security Sets up the IP Security feature Please refer to Section 5 3 4 1 for a detailed description of the IP Security feature MAC Address Displays the unit s MAC Address Please note that this item only displays the assigned MAC Address and cannot be used to redefine the address Note also that the MAC Address is not displayed via the Web Browser Interface 5 15 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide IP SECURITY Security Mask 1 undefined Mask 1 Action Permit Security Mask 2 undefined Mask 2 Action Permit Security Mask 3 undefined Mask 3 Action Permit Security Mask 4 undefined Mask 4 Action Permit Security Mask 5 undefined Mask 5 Action Permit 1 2 3 4 5 6 Ts 8 9 1 Enter selection Press lt ESC gt to return to previous menu Figure 5 11 IP Security Menu Text Interface 5 3 4 1 IP Security Feature The IP Security feature can be used to restrict unauthorized IP addr
14. 5 2 followed by the Command Prompt Note The Circuit Status Screen will not display actual passwords Instead the password column will read either defined or undefined 5 4 Configuration 5 3 Configuration Menus As described in the sections that follow configuration parameters for the RPC can be selected via the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface Although the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters both allow access to essentially the same set of parameters and parameters selected via one interface will also be applied to the other Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to gain access to the configuration menus a row of buttons will be displayed along the left hand edge of the screen Click the appropriate button to access the desired menu Note the following e Newly selected parameters will not be activated until you click the Apply button Click Switch Panel to return to the main status screen Text Interface Refer to the Help Screen H then enter the appropriate command to access the desired menu When the configuration menu appears key in the number or letter for the parameter that you wish to define and follow the instructions in the resulting submenu Note the following To exit from a parameters menu press the Esc key The following sections describe options and parameters that can be accessed via each of the configurat
15. I Customer Service 5 Sterling Irvine California 92618 Toll Free Service Line 1 888 280 7227 Local Phone 949 586 9950 Service Fax 949 457 8138 Email service wti com Apx 3 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Trademark and Copyright Information WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telematic Incorporated All other product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks of their respective companies Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of Western Telematic Inc Such information and descriptions may not be copied disseminated or distributed without the express written consent of Western Telematic Incorporated Copyright Western Telematic Inc 2005 All rights reserved May 2005 WTI Part Number 13532 Rev A Apx 4 Index 100Base T 10Base T A Activity Indicator Automated Mode B Baud Rate Boot Sequence Delay c Circuit Breakers Circuit Default Circuit Name Circuit Parameters Circuit Password Circuit Status Indicators Circuit Status Screen Text Interface Web Browser Interface Co Location Features Command Confirmation Command Echo Command Mode Access Logging Out Command Prompt COM Port Configuration Circuit Parameters General Parameters Menus Network Parameters Restoring Saving Saving Parameters Serial Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Confirmation Prompt Console Port Baud Rate Connection Data Bits Parit
16. Parameters Menus allow you to define the following parameters System Password The RPC will display a password prompt when you attempt to access command mode When the System Password is entered at log on the System Mode will be active allowing access to both switching functions and configuration menus Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes Ifthe System Password is not defined then the RPC will always start up in System Mode and configuration functions will then be available to anyone who accesses command mode The System Password cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character e The System Password cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks or quotation marks Configuration GENERAL PARAMETERS System Password undefined User Name undefined Site ID undefined Command Echo On Inactivity Timeout 2 Mins Command Confirmation On Automated Mode Off Manual Switch Button On Command Prompt RPC 1 2 3 4 5 6 he 8 9 e Default Parameters Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 4 General Parameters Menu Text Interface e User Name Optional The User Name allows you to set up an additional layer of security for web access to command mode by requiring that users correctly enter a name in addition to a password Note that the User Name is only required when the unit is accessed via the Web Browser Interfa
17. Parameters Service OR z Circuit Parameters Port Number ko Serial Parameters Apply Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters Figure 5 14 Web Server Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface WEB SERVER 1 Service On 2 Server Port 80 Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 15 Web Server Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 6 Web Server Parameters Menus The Web Server Parameters Menus are used to configure the internal web server which allows the unit to be operated via the Web Browser Interface e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus and then click the Web Server Parameters button The Web Server Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 14 Text Interface Type W and press Enter The Web Server Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 15 The Web Server Parameters Menu allows you to define the following Service Enables Disables the RPC s Web Server Note that when the Web Server is disabled you will not be able to communicate via the Web Browser Interface Default On Port Number Sets the TCP IP Port Number The Port Number can be set to any valid number except 23 this is because 23 is the default port number that is used for communication with the unit via Telnet Default 80 5 19 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 5 4 Save Configuration Parameters The RPC
18. Text Interface The Text Interface can be accessed via Network modem or local PC In order to access the Text Interface your installation must include the following Access Via Network The RPC must be connected to your TCP IP Network and your PC must include a communications program such as Hyperterminal or Tera Term Access Via Modem An external modem must be connected to the RPC RS232 Console Port and a phone line must be connected to the external modem Your PC Must include a communications program Access Via Local PC Your local PC must be connected to the RPC s RS232 Console Port The local PC must include a communications program To access command mode via the Text Interface proceed as follows 1 The RPC is transparent to parity and will accept 7 or 8 bit characters but will always answer back at 8 bits no parity Make certain your communication program is set for the appropriate baud rate bits parity and Communications Port a Via Modem Start your communications program Dial the external modem connected to the RPC Wait for the Connect message then proceed to Step 2 b Via Local PC Start your communications program and press Enter Wait for the connect message then proceed to Step 2 5 3 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Remote Power Controller v1 41i Site ID undefined Password undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined
19. WTI Part No 13532 Rev A Heavy Duty Remote DC Power Controller User s Guide IIe H westere e Warnings and Cautions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SECURE RACKING If Secure Racked units are installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly they may require further evaluation by Certification Agencies The following items must be considered 1 The ambient within the rack may be greater than room ambient Installation should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised The maximum temperature for the equipment in this environment is 45 C Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient 2 Installation should be such that a hazardous stability condition is not achieved due to uneven loading INPUT SUPPLY Check nameplate ratings to assure there is no overloading of supply circuits that could have an effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring GROUNDING Reliable earthing of this equipment must be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections when connecting to power strips rather than direct connections to the branch circuit No Serviceable Parts Inside Authorized Service Personnel Only Do not attempt to repair or service this device yourself Internal components must be serviced by authorized personnel only Shock Hazard Do Not Enter Disconnect Power If any of the following events are noted immediately disconnect the unit fro
20. access both switching and configuration functions and all commands will be immediately accepted without the requirement to enter a password 2 Status Screen Suppressed The status screens will not be automatically displayed after commands are successfully executed Note however that the S command can still be invoked to display the status screen as needed 6 7 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 3 Sure Prompt Suppressed All commands are executed without prompting for user confirmation 4 Some Error Messages Suppressed If the Enter key is pressed without entering a command the RPC will not respond with the Invalid Command message Note however that an error message will still be generated if commands are invoked using invalid formats or arguments All other status display and configuration commands will still function as normal 6 5 Manual Operation In addition to the command driven functions available via the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface the RPC s switched circuits can also be toggled On and Off manually To manually toggle all circuits On or Off press the Default Button and hold it down for approximately three seconds If desired the Default Button s manual circuit control ability can also be disabled via the General Parameters menu as described in Section 5 3 1 6 8 7 Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters After the RPC 4850 8N has been properly configured
21. aud Rate Data Parity X Stop Bit gt Port Mode Console 7 TATEOMOGT amp C18D2S0 1 Modem Init String Cancel Figure 5 5 Serial Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface SERIAL PARAMETERS Baud Rate 9600 Data 8 Bit Parity None Stop 1 Bit Port Mode Console Modem Init Str ATEOM0Q1 amp C1 amp D2S0 1 Enter selection Press lt ESC gt to return to previous menu Figure 5 6 Serial Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 2 The Serial Parameters Menu The Serial Parameters Menus are used to configure the RPC s serial Console Port and allow you to select parameters such as the Baud Rate Parity and Modem Initialization String To access the Serial Parameters Menu proceed as follows e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the Serial Parameters button The Serial Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 5 Text Interface Type ZC and press Enter The Serial Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 6 5 9 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide As shown in Figure 5 5 and Figure 5 6 the Serial Parameters Menus allow you to define the following parameters 5 10 Baud Rate Baud Rate for the RPC Console Port Default 9600 bps Note When this setting is changed the new baud rate will not be applied until the user exits and then re enters command mode Data The Data Bits
22. b Browser Interface Click on the Log Out button b Text Interface Type X and press Enter This completes the Quick Start procedure for the RPC 4850 8N Please proceed to Section 4 and Section 5 for complete installation and configuration instructions 3 6 d Installation This Section provides further details regarding installation of the RPC 4850 8N unit 4 1 Power Supply Connection Connect the RPC 4850 8N unit to an appropriate 48 VDC 50 Amp power supply as shown in Figure 3 1 The RPC includes two separate 48 VDC DC inputs connect power cables to the unit s Circuit A and or Circuit B terminal blocks then connect the cables to an appropriate power supply Note that it is not necessary to connect power to both input circuits either circuit will supply power for operation and control functions However when power is connected to both circuits this allows the second circuit to function as a back up in the event of a power outage After connecting the power cables to the RPC install the protective cover supplied with the unit over the power input Make certain that the power cables are securely fastened to the input terminal block and then use the mounting screw receptacles to attach the protective cover to the terminal block Apply DC power to the RPC unit the ON LED should light and the RDY LED should begin to flash This indicates that the RPC is ready to receive commands A CAUTIONS AN e Before att
23. ce Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Notes Ifa User Name is defined then users who login with a Circuit Password User Mode will also need to enter this same User Name at the login prompt when attempting to access command mode via the Web Browser Interface The User Name cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The User Name cannot include non printable characters space characters asterisks or quotation marks e Site ID Defines a brief text message which can describe the location of the RPC unit Up to 32 characters Default undefined Notes The Site ID Message cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The Site ID Message cannot include non printable characters or quotation marks e Command Echo When enabled ASCII commands sent via the Text Interface will be echoed back allowing keystrokes to be displayed This feature applies only to the Text Interface and has no visible effect on the Web Browser Interface Default On RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 5 8 Inactivity Timeout Determines how long the RPC will wait for additional commands during periods of inactivity When the Timeout Period elapses the user will be disconnected from command mode Default 2 Minutes Command Confirmation When enabled the RPC will display a confirmation prompt before executing certain commands When disabled the pr
24. e character _ slash character or backslash character and cannot include non printable characters asterisks colons plus symbols space characters or quotation marks Circuit Password When this password is entered at login the user will be able to issue commands to this circuit and any other circuit that shares the same password as this circuit as described in Section 5 3 3 1 Four to 16 Characters Default undefined Note Passwords cannot begin with the forward slash character or backslash character and cannot include non printable characters asterisks space characters or quotation marks Boot Seq Delay When more than one circuit is switched On Off or a reboot cycle is initiated the Boot Sequence delay determines how much time will elapse between switching operations as described in Section 5 3 3 2 Default 0 5 Second Power Up Default Determines how this circuit will react when the Default command D is invoked or after power to the unit has been interrupted and then restored After the default command is invoked or power is restored the RPC will automatically switch each circuit On or Off as specified by the Power Up Default Default On Note If you have accessed command mode using the System password the Default command will apply to all eight RPC circuits If you have accessed command mode using a Circuit password then the command will only be applied to circuits that s
25. e time Appendix A describes the Console Port interface 4 3 1 Connecting a Local PC Use the supplied null modem cable to connect your PC Console port to the RPC Console RS232 Port Make certain that the Serial Port Mode is set to Console as described in Section 5 3 2 4 3 2 Connecting an External Modem When connecting directly to an external modem use a standard AT to Modem cable Make certain that the modem is initialized at the same default parameters as the RPC Console Port Make certain that the RPC Serial Port Mode is set to Modem as described in Section 5 3 2 4 4 Connecting the Network Cable The Network Port is an RJ45 Ethernet jack for connection to a TCP IP network Connect your 10Base T cable to the Network Port Note that the RPC includes a default IP address 192 168 168 168 and a default subnet mask 255 255 255 0 When installing the RPC in a working network environment it is recommended to define network parameters as described in Section 5 3 4 Note The RPC features a 10Base T Half Duplex Interface When connecting to a 100Base T interface most router switches will autosense to determine if the device is 100Base T or 10Base T and then configure the network interface accordingly If your router switch does not autosense the network interface port must be manually set to 10Base T This completes the RPC installation instructions Please proceed to the next Section for instructions regarding unit config
26. ed Power Up Default On Off status click the Default button in the All Circuits row and then click Apply Note that in order for this feature to function properly Power Up Default values for each circuit must first be defined as described in Section 5 3 3 When each switching default or reboot command is invoked the RPC will display a screen which indicates that a switching operation is in progresss then return to the Circuit Status screen when the command is complete At that time the Status Screen will list the updated On Off status of each circuit 6 2 Operation Remote Power Controller vl 41i Site ID undefined Password Status Boot Seg Delay Default undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined Secs Secs undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined Secs Secs Secs l l l l l l l l undefined undefined 5 Secs l l l l l l l l l H for help RPC gt Figure 6 2 Circuit Status Screen Text Interface Sample Values Shown 6 2 Operation via the Text Interface When using the Text Interface all switching functions are performed by invoking simple ASCII commands ASCII commands are also used to display status screens and to log out of command mode The Text Interface includes a Help Menu which summarizes all available RPC commands
27. em or via local PC The Web Browser Interface is only available when the RPC is contacted via network and the Text Interface is available via network modem or local PC The sections that follow describe the procedure for accessing the Web Browser Interface or the Text Interface Note Configuration functions are only available when you have logged into the RPC command mode using the System Password 5 2 1 Accessing the Web Browser Interface In order to use the Web Browser Interface the RPC must be connected to a TCP IP network and your PC must be equipped with a JavaScript enabled web browser 1 Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser 2 Key the RPC s IP address default http 192 168 168 168 into the web browser s address bar and then press Enter 5 2 Configuration 3 Password Prompt The RPC will display a prompt which asks for your name and password a User Name If you have not previously defined a user name then this field should be left blank A user name is only required when one has been defined via the General Parameters menu b Password Key in your System Password or Circuit Password and then click OK Note that Circuit Passwords do not permit access to configuration functions c Ifthe System Password has not been defined simply click the OK button without keying in a name or password If a valid password is entered the Circuit Status Screen will appear 5 2 2 Accessing the
28. empting to install this unit please review the warnings and cautions listed at the front of the user s guide e This device should only be operated with the type of power source indicated on the instrument nameplate If you are not sure of the type of power service available please contact your local power company e Reliable earthing grounding of this unit must be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections when connecting to power strips rather than directly to the branch circuit 4 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 4 2 Connecting Switched Devices to the RPC 4859 SN Make certain that the power supply to the RPC unit is switched Off and then connect the supply cables from your 48 VDC powered devices to the Switched Output Circuits on the RPC back panel Check to make certain that cables are securely attached and then install the protective covers over each output terminal block The protective covers are held in place by screws that pass through the holes in the cover and then thread into the screw receptacles at the end of each Output Terminal Block 4 3 Serial Console RS232 Port Connection The Console Port is a male RS232C DB9 connector wired in a DTE configuration In the default state the Console port is configured for 9600 bps no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit The Console Port can be connected to either an external modem or a local PC but not both items at the sam
29. erface 6 6 6 3 Logging Out of Command Mode 6 6 6 4 The Automated Mode ences MEN Re EE EER EN WEE EERO eke 6 7 6 5 Manual Operation srs ve cca Re tie Vonin cade oy aware GE eg ER avn ee 6 8 7 Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters ss se esse sees see esse see 7 1 7 1 Sending Parameters toa Filey vg ES eb WES wyer ob EER eS E RE sine SE 7 1 12 Restoring Saved Parameters sug ie N ER cascode Mos oh ene EA eas Ge RE 7 2 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 8 Upgrading the RPC Firmware 8 1 Appendices A Interface Description Apx 1 Al Serial Console RS232 Port Interface Apx 1 B SpecificatiOns esse sees see es ss cece EREE EEEE SEEE Apx 2 Cy Customer Services sseni taes ea dei EA DS de EIER Ie OS adie De Gee vee Apx 3 WOK ses ie sarang EO EE ET OR EE OE Index 1 List of Figures SZ RPC 4850 8 Front Panel is og esc agape VEE Sia a wee bE EG os ws Ba Se ER EN 2 1 22 SACKS Panel rs dls aus ee ee RD oct dod Hence RR seen Badan aid dro hon eden DEE 2 2 SL RPC 4850 8N Block Diagram rocs sos oe donee os wes wow NN De ES ARE EN ooh Sa ie 3 2 3 2 Circuit Status Screen Web Browser Interface Sample Values Show 3 4 3 3 as Circuit Status Screen Textilnteracess vi mie dues ere Ohad ted EE 3 4 5 1 Circuit Status Screen Web Browser Interface 5 2 5 2 Circuit Status Screen Text Interface 5 4 5 3 General Parameters Menu Web Bro
30. ess only by addresses that begin with 192 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255 Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 255 255 255 Mask 2 Action Permit Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP addresses Mask 2 then grants access to all addresses that begin with 192 Example 3 Allow access only by addresses that begin with 192 deny access to 192 1 1 5 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255 Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 255 255 255 Mask 2 Action Permit Security Mask 3 192 1 1 5 Mask 3 Action Deny Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP addresses Mask 2 then grants access to all addresses that begin with 192 Finally Mask 3 specifically blocks access by 192 1 1 5 Note e Mask 5 has priority over the other four masks If Mask 5 is set to deny access by 255 255 255 255 all wild cards you will not be able to access RPC Command Mode via network Access will only be allowed via a Local PC or external modem connected to the RPC s Console Port e When using the wild card address 255 255 255 255 make certain that at least one higher priority mask permits access by your IP address 5 17 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 207 212 30 80 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Hap w 28 REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION undefined SETUP TELNET PARAMETERS Service On Port Number ps Apply General Parameters Serial Para
31. esses from establishing a connection with the RPC In the default state the RPC accepts incoming IP connections from all hosts To configure the IP Security feature proceed as follows 1 Access the IP Security Menu a Web Browser Interface The IP Security feature is configured using the fields at the bottom of the Network Parameters Menu as shown in Figure 5 9 b Text Interface Go to the Network Parameters menu N type 5 and press Enter The IP Security menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 11 2 The IP Security menu lists five IP Security masks along with the selected permit deny action for each mask a Each Security Mask prompt defines a specific IP address or range of addresses Each Mask Action prompt defines the permit deny action for the corresponding mask b Masks are listed in order of ascending priority Mask has the lowest priority Mask 5 has the highest priority c Masks have a cumulative effect high priority masks supersede the effect of lower priority masks d Each IP Address consists of a series of four eight bit numbers The number 255 is used as a wild card 5 16 Configuration Example 1 Deny access to all hosts except 192 1 1 5 Security Mask 1 255 255 255 255 Mask 1 Action Deny Security Mask 2 192 1 1 5 Mask 2 Action Permit Since 255 is a wild card Mask 1 blocks all IP Addresses Mask 2 then specifically grants access to 192 1 1 5 only Example 2 Allow acc
32. fer the upgrade file to the RPC Select ASCII format then specify the filename and directory location where the firmware upgrade file resides If the upload is successful the RPC will load the upgrade firmware into memory and then reboot itself Note If you are performing the upgrade procedure via the Network Port the RPC will break the network connection when the system is reinitialized However the RPC will retain the current settings for the IP Address the Telnet Port Number Web Server Port Number and Console Port Mode and Baud Rate Incomplete Upload If the upload is interrupted times out or if the update file becomes corrupted during transfer the RPC will display a screen which asks for confirmation before proceeding To proceed type 1 and press Enter then return to Step 4 above to retry the upload or press Esc to reboot the RPC unit Recovery Mode In the rare event that the RPC operating system becomes corrupted during installation front panel indicators will blink and the unit will automatically switch to Recovery Mode If the unit switches to Recovery Mode first access the RPC command mode to reset the Console Port to 9600 bps Eight Data Bits No Parity One Stop Bit and then return to step 3 above and repeat the upload procedure When firmware upgrades are available WTI will provide the necessary files via download or mailed CDR At that time an updated Users Guide or addendum will also be available 8 2
33. hare the same password entered at login 5 3 3 1 Circuit Passwords and Co Location Features The Circuit Passwords allow you to determine which circuit an individual user will be permitted to control When a circuit password is entered at the login prompt the user will be able to issue switching and reboot commands for every circuit that shares this same password For example if the password switch is defined for circuits 1 2 and 3 then a user who logs into command mode using the password switch will only be allowed to issue commands to circuits 1 2 and 3 but will not be allowed to issue commands to the remaining circuits Note that Circuits Passwords do not allow access to configuration menus and users are only allowed to view the status of circuits permitted by their password 5 12 Configuration 5 3 3 2 The Boot Sequence Delay Period The Boot Sequence Delay value will be applied differently for reboot operations as opposed to simple On Off operations as described below 1 Reboot Cycles a Single Circuit The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the circuit will remain Off before it is switched back On again b Several Circuits The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the circuit will remain Off and also how long the RPC will pause before proceeding to the next circuit 2 On Off Switching The Boot Seq Delay determines how long the RPC will pause before proceeding to the next circuit Examples
34. he RPC s IP address enter the secure password and you re just a click away from remote power and reboot control Intelligent Power Control In addition to web browser access the RPC 4850 8N can also communicate over any TCP IP network using standard Telnet or out of band using an external modem and basic VT100 type terminal emulation Security Features and Co Location Features To ensure security access to sensitive configuration and control functions is protected by a user defined password and user name Passwords transmitted via web browser use basic 64 bit encryption techniques to assure secure access to your equipment The RPC provides two levels of operational passwords the System Administrator Level which allows access to all configuration and switching functions and the User Level which only allows access to assigned circuits and cannot be used to change unit configuration In addition to password security features the RPC also includes an address specific IP security mask which can be employed to prevent unauthorized network access to the RPC command mode Easy to Configure Easy to Use The RPC can be configured over the network via modem or locally via the RPC s Console Port Simple user friendly commands let you assign a location name set system parameters and view circuit status Circuits can be switched On Off or booted using circuit numbers or names Reliability and Support The RPC is built in the USA
35. ion menus Please note that essentially the same selection of parameters and options are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface Note Configuration menus are only available when the System Mode is active Configuration menus are not available if you have logged in using a Circuit Password 5 5 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 07 212 30 80 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Hap UU Ej REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION undefined SETUP GENERAL PARAMETERS General Parameters System Password Circuit Parameters Confirm System Serial Parameters Password Tani Pa ese User Name Web Server Parameters Site ID Command Echo onz Inactivity Timeout 2 Mins 7 Command Confirmation On 7 Automated Mode for gt Manual Switch Button on Command Prompt RPC Figure 5 3 General Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 3 1 The General Parameters Menus The General Parameters Menus allow you to select parameters such as the System Password User Name Site I D and other options e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the General Parameters button The General Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 3 Text Interface Type ZG and press Enter The General Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 4 The General
36. m the outlet and contact qualified service personnel 1 Ifthe power cord becomes frayed or damaged 2 If liquid has been spilled into the device or if the device has been exposed to rain or water Two Power Supplies Note that this unit includes two separate power circuits Before attempting to service or remove this unit please make certain that both power sources are disconnected RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Table of Contents Introduction 1 1 2 Unit Description esse sesse ees se ee se ee EE Ee ee EE Ee EE ener EE ER ee EE Ee ees 2 1 SH Front Panel Components ds see Sie RE Ben Sole a bigs Revenge Su EEN don De 2 1 2 2 Back Panel Components 2e se cede etc Zeg aaa ae eet si er 2 1 Ses oo ede EE OE OE OE OR RT OE HE 3 1 3 1 Hardware Installations ass ees Ses ee og sch ee ID ae is ord 3 1 3 1 1 Apply Power to the RPC 4850 8N ES EE Se eee eee 3 1 3 1 2 Connect your PC to the RPC 4850 8N EE SE eee 3 2 3 2 Communicating with the RPC 4850 8N ES Se ee 3 2 d ii ORE EE EO EE N RR eg 4 1 4 1 Power Supply Connection 3 2 sisie si EEN sone E Soa EEN ties ale Baw 4 1 4 2 Connecting Switched Devices to the RPC 4859 8N 0 4 2 4 3 Serial Console RS232 Port Conpecton 0000s 4 2 4 3 1 Connecting a Local PC 8008 cack GARDE ee RN an AR ER DER es 4 2 4 3 2 Connecting an External Modem 4 2 4 4 Connecting the Network Cable AE eee eee 4 2 Ds Configuratio
37. meters Web Server Parameters Save Parameters Switch Panel Out Figure 5 12 Telnet Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface TELNET PARAMETERS 1 Service On 2 Telnet Port 23 Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 13 Telnet Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 3 5 The Telnet Parameters Menus The Telnet Parameters Menus are used to enable disable Telnet access to the RPC command mode and select the TCP port for Telnet connections e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the configuration menus and then click the Telnet Parameters button to display the menu shown in Figure 5 12 Text Interface Type T and press Enter The Telnet Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 13 The Telnet Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be defined Please note that all parameters listed here are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface Service Enables Disables Telnet communication with the RPC unit When this item is Off users will not be able to contact the unit via Telnet Default On Port Number Selects the TCP IP port number that will be used for Telnet connections Default 23 5 18 Configuration Aj http 207 212 30 80 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Help rules REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION undefined SETUP WEB SERVER PARAMETERS General
38. n SEA EE OE EES 5 1 5 1 System Mode and User Mode se sies es enesis WE ENE de et ge EN STEE ee ke 5 1 5 2 Communicating with the RPC 4850 8N EE eee eee 5 2 5 2 1 Accessing the Web Browser Interface 5 2 5 2 2 Accessing the Text Interface ASSEN eke ne EEN SE ew EINEN 5 3 5 3 Configuration Men s ae dE EER RE N SR RE REED EE aod SE oe es 5 5 53 1 The General Parameters Menus e resci 5 Soe cee FEEDS eases EIN RE 5 6 5 3 2 The Serial Parameters Mem sies ER bee EN Week ca Sea KEN 5 9 5 3 3 Circuit Parameters Menus 43 SANTER VR Gee ne shan VERE dbs 5 11 5 3 3 1 Circuit Passwords and Co Location Features 5 12 5 3 3 2 The Boot Sequence Delay Petod 5 13 5 3 4 Network Parameters Meng 5 15 5341 IP Security Feature i404 chris e EG eis aed e es 5 16 5 33 The Telnet Parameters Menus EE AEN WE ene RR GR RE 5 18 5 3 6 Web Server Parameters Menus 00 see ss eee eens 5 19 5 4 Save Configuration Parameter 5 20 D io GEE RE tice eis cosas OE ET OE as 6 1 6 1 Operation via the Web Browser Interface 0 0 0 0 eee eee 6 1 6 1 1 The Circuit Status Screen Web Browser Interface 6 1 6 2 Operation via the Text Interface sis sie se Re DEE BERE GN WER ds ENEE eae NEE 6 3 6 2 1 The Circuit Status Screen Text Interface 6 3 6 2 2 Switching and Reboot Commands Text Interface 6 4 6 2 3 Applying Commands to Several Circuits Text Int
39. nce Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5 3 3 2 e Users who login to command mode using a Circuit User Password will only be allowed to issue commands to the circuits allowed by that password 6 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide F western Telematic Inc Remote Power Controller Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toots Help LOCATION Western Telematic Inc Irvine CA SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 411 Circuit Name Status Boot Default Server_1 ON Server_2 ON ON Router I Router 2 ATM Switch Ethernet SW LINUX 1 Rack Modem All Circuits e ON ON ON i Soup _Log Out Figure 6 1 Circuit Status Menu Web Browser Interface Sample Values Shown 3 Switching Circuits On Click the On radio button next to the desired circuit s then click Apply To switch all circuits On click the On button in the All Circuits row then click Apply 4 Switching Circuits Off Click the Off radio button next to the desired circuit s and then click Apply To switch all circuits Off click the Off button in the All Circuits row and then click Apply 5 Reboot Cycles Click the Boot radio button next to the desired circuit s and then click the Apply button To reboot all circuits click the Boot button in the All Circuits row and then click Apply 6 Set Circuits to Power Up Defaults To set all circuits to their user defin
40. offers two methods for saving parameters Saving to Memory and Saving to an ASCII File Saving parameters to memory ensures that your user defined configuration will remain intact if power to the RPC is temporarily interrupted After the configuration menus have been used to change parameters the RPC will prompt you to save parameters before exiting from command mode At this point the RPC offers the options to Save parameters continue without saving or revert to the previously saved parameters Saving Parameters to an ASCII file allows you to create a backup of your currently defined configuration As described in Section 7 this provides quick recovery in the event that the unit is accidentally reset to default parameters and also allows you to copy parameters to other RPC units when several units need to be configured with the same parameters Notes After new Parameters have been applied the RPC will display a Save prompt In the Web Browser Interface this prompt appears when you leave the configurations menus In the Text Interface the Save prompt appears when you disconnect from the unit At this point you have the option of saving new parameters to memory continuing without saving or reverting to previously saved parameters If parameters have not been saved and if power to the RPC is interrupted newly defined parameters will be lost When power is restored the unit will then be configured with the previously sa
41. ompt will be suppressed and commands will be executed immediately Default On Enabled Automated Mode When enabled the RPC will execute On Off Boot and exit commands without displaying a confirmation prompt status screen or confirmation messages For more information please refer to Section 6 4 Default Off Note When this option is enabled security functions are suppressed and users are able to access configuration menus and control circuits without entering a password If security is a concern and the Automated Mode is required it is recommended to use the IP Security feature Section 5 3 4 1 to restrict access Manual Switch Button Enables and configures the Default Button s manual circuit control function but does not effect the Default Button s ability to reset parameters to default values Default On Off Disables the manual circuit control function On Enables manual circuit control When Default is pressed and held for three seconds all circuits will be toggled On or Off Command Prompt Allows the Text Interface command prompt to be set to either RPC IPS NPS or NBB Default RPC Configuration N http 207 212 30 80 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Hap mules LOCATION undefined SETUP General Parameters Circuit Parameters Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER SERIAL PARAMETERS B
42. on Permit gt Security 4 Mask CH Action Permit Security 5 Mask Action Permit gt Cancel Figure 5 9 Network Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface NETWORK PARAMETERS IP Address 207 212 30 80 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway Address 207 212 30 1 Send MSS 536 IP Security MAC Address 00 09 9b 00 90 dd Enter Selection Press lt ESC gt to Exit Figure 5 10 Network Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 14 Configuration 5 3 4 Network Parameters Menus The Network Parameters Menus are used to select the IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address and other network parameters e Web Browser Interface Click the Setup button to access the Setup Menus and then click the Network Parameters button The Network Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 9 Text Interface Type N and press Enter The Network Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5 10 Notes Although the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface both allow configuration of the same network parameters note that for the Text Interface the IP Security feature is configured via a separate submenu For more information on IP Security please refer to Section 5 3 4 1 Settings for network parameters depend on the configuration of your individual network Contact your network administrator for appropriate settings The Network Parameters Menus allow the following parameters
43. parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text file on your local or remote PC Later if the configuration is accidentally altered the file with the saved parameters can be uploaded to automatically reconfigure the unit without the need to manually assign each parameter Saved parameters can also be uploaded to other RPC units This allows rapid set up when several units will be configured with the same parameters The Save Parameters procedure can be performed from any terminal emulation program e g ProComm Crosstalk Hyperterminal etc which allows downloading of ASCII files Note Although this function is only available via the Text Interface parameters that are defined via the Web Browser Interface will also be sent to the ASCII file 7 1 Sending Parameters to a File Start your communications program and access the RPC command mode using the System Password 2 When the RPC command prompt appears type DL and press Enter The RPC will prompt you to prepare your communications program Set up your communications program to receive an ASCII download and specify a name for the file that will receive the saved parameters e g RPC PAR 3 When the communications program is ready to receive the file return to the RPC command mode and press Enter to proceed 4 The RPC will send a series of ASCII command lines which specify the currently selected RPC parameters 7 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller
44. r to the unit make certain to review the Safety Precautions listed at the beginning of this User s Guide The RPC features two separate DC inputs connect power cables to the unit s Circuit A and or Circuit B terminal blocks install the protective cover over the Power Input terminal block and then connect the cables to an appropriate power supply Note that it is not necessary to connect power to both input circuits either circuit will supply power for operation and control functions However when power is connected to both input circuits this allows the second circuit to function as a back up in the event of a power outage Note that each individual output circuit will support up to 15 Amps maximum and that the total for all eight circuits cannot exceed 50 Amps Once power is applied to the unit the ON LED should light and the RDY LED should begin to flash This indicates that the RPC 4850 8N is ready to receive commands 3 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide NETWORK INPUT 10BASE T RS232 INPUT CONTROL LOGIC LOGIC RL1 RL2 GROUND OUTPUT CKT 1 OUTPUT CKT 2 BBUS ABUS CIRCUITS 48 VDC 3 8 Figure 3 1 RPC 4850 8N Block Diagram 3 2 Ouick Start 3 1 2 Connect your PC to the RPC 4850 8N The RPC can either be controlled by a local PC that communicates with the unit via cable controlled via external modem or controlled via TCP IP network In order to switch circui
45. ser Interface or Text Interface a Web Browser Interface Start your JavaScript enabled Web Browser Enter the RPC s default IP address 192 168 168 168 in your browser address bar and then press Enter A password prompt will be displayed Since at this point the user name and password have not yet been defined you can simply click OK without keying in a user name or password The Circuit Status Screen will be displayed as shown in Figure 3 2 3 4 Ouick Start b Text Interface i Via Telnet Telnet to the RPC s default IP address 192 168 168 168 The Circuit Status Screen Figure 3 3 should be displayed ii Via Local PC Start your communications program and then press Enter The Circuit Status Screen should be displayed as shown in Figure 3 3 The default communications parameters for the Console Port are 9600 bps No Parity 8 data bits One stop bit iii Via Modem Use your communications program to dial the number for the phone line which is connected to your external modem Note that in order to communicate with the unit via modem you must first access the command mode via Network or Local PC and use the Serial Parameters Menu to set the Port Mode to Modem Test Switching Functions You may wish to perform the following tests in order to make certain that the RPC is responding to commands a Reboot Circuit If you are communicating with the unit via the Web Browser Interface select the button in
46. setting for the RPC Console Port Default 8 Bits Parity The parity setting for the RPC Console Port Default None Stop The Stop Bits setting for the RPC Console Port Default 1 Bit Port Mode Sets up the serial Console RS232 Port for use with either a local PC or an external modem Note that when the Port Mode is set to Modem the modem initialization string will be sent every 15 minutes Default Console Modem Initialization String Defines a command string up to 32 characters long which can be sent out the serial Console Port to initialize an external modem If the Port Mode is set to Console the modem initialization string will not be sent For more information on initialization commands please refer to the user s guide for your modem Default ATEOM0Q1 amp C1 amp D2S0 1 Notes The Modem Initialization String cannot begin with a forward slash or backslash character The Modem Initialization String cannot include non printable characters or quotation marks Configuration 10 Setup Parameters Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Hep wule p REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION undefined SETUP SELECT A CIRCUIT General Parameters Circuit 01 undefined Go Serial Parameters CIRCUIT 01 PARAMETERS Name Telnet Parameters Web Server Parameters Password I Confirm Password Boot Seg Delay 05 Secs x Power Up Default On gt ams Cancel
47. t 48 VDC 15 Amp circuits divided into two terminal blocks A 15 Amp Circuit Breakers Each circuit includes a 15 Amp breaker B Status Indicators Each circuit includes a Status Indicator which lights when the circuit is switched On C Mounting Screw Receptacles Each terminal block includes two mounting screw receptacles which are used to install the protective cover not shown Power Input Two 48 VDC 50 Amp input Buses D 50Amp Circuit Breakers Each power input bus includes a 50 Amp breaker E Mounting Screw Receptacles The power input terminal block includes two mounting screw receptacles which are used to install the protective cover not shown 2 2 3 Quick Start This Quick Start Guide describes a simplified installation procedure for the RPC 4850 8N hardware which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation Note that this Quick Start procedure does not provide a detailed description of unit configuration or discuss advanced operating features in detail For more information please refer to the installation configuration and operation sections in this User s Guide 3 1 Hardware Installation 3 1 1 Apply Power to the RPC 4850 8N Refer to power rating nameplate on the back panel and then connect the RPC unit to an appropriate 48 VDC 50 Amp maximum power source as shown in Figure 3 1 CAUTION Prior to connecting powe
48. t IP Address 192 168 168 168 and a default Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 This allows initial network access to command mode without first setting up the unit s network parameters providing that you are contacting the RPC from a node on the same subnet Before attempting to access the RPC from a node that is not on the same subnet please refer to Section 5 3 4 for further configuration instructions 3 3 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide F Western Telematic Inc Remote Power Controller Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toos Help LOCATION Western Telematic Inc Irvine CA SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 411 Circuit Name Status On Boot Default Server_1 e e ON Server 2 e ON Router 1 c ON Router_2 ON ATM Switch ON Ethernet SW ON LINUX 1 Rack Modem ON All Circuits c Soup _Log Out Power Controller v1 41i Site ID undefined Password Status Boot Seq Delay Default undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined l undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined undefined A o Y H for help RPC gt Figure 3 3 Circuit Status Screen Text Interface 1 Access Command Mode This procedure differs slightly depending on whether you re contacting the RPC via the Web Brow
49. ts On Off or select parameters commands are issued to the RPC via either the Network Port or Console Port Note that it is not necessary to connect to both the Network and Console Ports and that the Console Port can be connected to either a local PC or External Modem e Network Port Connect your 10Base T or 100Base T network interface to the RPC Network port Console Port Use the supplied null modem cable to connect your PC COM port to the RPC Console RS232 Port External Modem Use a standard AT to Modem cable to connect your external modem to the RPC Console RS232 Port Note that when the RPC is shipped from the factory RS232 Port Parameters are set as follows 9600 bps 8 Data Bits One Stop Bit No Parity Although the RPC allows these parameters to be easily redefined for the purpose of this Quick Start procedure it is recommended that you configure your communications program to accept these default parameters 3 2 Communicating with the RPC 4850 8N The RPC 4850 8N offers two separate user interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface The Web Browser interface allows you to contact the unit via a TCP IP network using a standard JavaScript enabled web browser such as Internet Explorer The Text Interface consists of a series of ASCII text menus which may be accessed via TCP IP network Local PC or modem using a communications program such as Hyperterminal or Tera Term Note The RPC features a defaul
50. uick Start 3 1 to 3 6 R Rack Mounting i RDY Indicator 2 1 Reboot Text Interface 6 5 Web Browser Interface 6 2 Restoring Parameters 7 2 RS232 Port 2 2 4 2 Apx 1 S Saving Parameters 5 20 7 1 Sectors 8 1 Security 5 16 Security Level 5 1 Send MSS 5 15 Serial Parameters 5 9 to 5 10 Serial Port Apx 1 Baud Rate 5 10 Data Bits 5 10 Parity 5 10 Stop Bits 5 10 Index 2 Service Customer Service Apx 3 Telnet 5 18 Web Server 5 19 Site I D 5 7 Status Indicators 2 1 Stop Bits 5 10 Subnet Mask 5 15 Default 5 15 Sure Prompt 6 8 Switching Circuits Text Interface 6 4 to 6 5 Web Browser Interface 6 2 Switching Delay 5 13 Switch Panel 6 1 System Mode 5 1 System Password 5 6 T Tech Support Apx 3 Telnet Enable 5 18 Port Number 5 18 Telnet Parameters 5 18 to 5 19 Telnet Service 5 18 Text Interface 5 3 to 5 4 6 3 to 6 5 Timeout 5 8 U Upgrade Firmware 8 1 to 8 2 User Mode 5 1 User Name 5 7 User Name Prompt 5 3 Ww Warnings and Cautions i 5 2 to 5 3 6 1 to 6 2 5 19 Web Browser Interface Web Server Parameters Notes Notes 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide Notes Notes 2 LIL E O western DO telematic inc 5 Sterling Irvine California 92618 949 586 9950 Toll Free 1 800 854 7226 Fax 949 583 9514 http www wti com
51. uration 4 2 5 Configuration 5 1 System Mode and User Mode In order to restrict access to sensitive command functions the RPC 4850 8N features two operating modes System Mode and User Mode System Mode Allows access to all configuration menus switching functions reboot functions and status screens The System Mode Status Screens show On Off conditions for all switched circuits and lists all currently defined system parameters e User Mode Allows access to switching and reboot commands but does not allow access to configuration functions Users may only issue commands to or view status of the circuits that are specifically allowed by their password The RPC will display a password prompt when the unit is contacted via the Console Port or Network Port The password entered at this prompt determines whether the unit will start up in System Mode or User Mode If the System Password is entered the System Mode will be active If a Circuit Password is entered the User Mode will be active The System Password is defined via the General Parameters menu Section 5 3 1 and the Circuit Passwords are defined via the Circuit Parameters Menus Section 5 3 3 Notes If you wish to restrict access to configuration menus you must define the System Password If the System Password is not defined the RPC will always start up in System Mode allowing unprotected access to configuration and switching functions If the System Pass
52. ut command response messages the only reply to these commands is the RPC gt prompt which is displayed when the command is complete Note that although Automated Mode can be enabled using either the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface Automated Mode is designed primarily for users who wish to send ASCII commands to the RPC without operator intervention and therefore does not specifically apply to the Web Browser Interface When Automated Mode is enabled the Web Browser Interface can still be used to invoke switching and reboot commands Notes e When Automated Mode is enabled all RPC password security functions are disabled and users are able to access System Level command functions including the configuration menus and control circuits without entering a password e Ifyou need to enable the Automated Mode but want to restrict network access to RPC configuration menus it is recommended to enable and configure the IP Security Function as described in Section 5 3 4 1 To enable disable Automated Mode access the General Parameters menu see Section 5 3 1 then set the Automated Mode option to On When Automated Mode is enabled RPC functions will change as follows 1 All Password Security Suppressed When a user attempts to access command mode the password prompt will not be displayed at either the Console Port or the Network Port Unless specifically restricted by the IP Security Function all users will be allowed to
53. values first pull out both the Input Bus A and Bus B circuit breakers to the open position Next press and hold the Default Button then press either Input Bus Circuit breaker in Closed Continue to hold the Default Button After about three seconds the ACT Indicator on the Network Port will flash Release the Default button Make certain to return the other Input Bus Circuit Breaker to the closed position Manual Circuit Toggle Press the Default Button and hold it down for three seconds All RPC circuits will be toggled On or Off Note If desired the Default Button s manual circuit control capabilities can also be disabled as described in Section 5 3 1 2 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide av A BUSB 48A 4 48 SSES CU WW ml DEFAULT CONSOLE 10BaseT ACT RDY Figure 2 2 Back Panel Console Port A DB9 RS232 serial port DTE for connection to a local terminal or external modem as described in Section 4 3 Network Port and Indicators An RJ45 Ethernet Port for connection to your TCP IP network The default IP Address is 192 168 168 168 for more information please refer to Section 4 4 The Indicator lights adjacent to the Network Port function as follows ACT Flashes to indicate activity at the Network Port RDY Flashes to indicate the Network Port is ready to receive commands Switched Output Circuits A series of eigh
54. ved parameters 5 20 6 Operation As discussed in Section 5 the RPC 4850 8N offers two separate command interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface Note that both command interfaces offer essentially the same options and features and that parameters defined via the Web Browser Interface will also apply when communicating via the Text Interface and vice versa 6 1 Operation via the Web Browser Interface When using the Web Browser Interface all switching and reboot commands are invoked via the Circuit Status Screen Switch Panel which also displays the status of the RPC s eight switched circuits 6 1 1 The Circuit Status Screen Web Browser Interface When you login to the RPC command mode using the Web Browser Interface the first screen that is displayed is the Circuit Status Screen or Switch Panel The Circuit Status Screen Figure 6 1 lists the current On Off status of the RPC s Switched Circuits and includes a series of radio buttons which are used to control switching and rebooting of the circuits To invoke commands or view circuit status via the Web Browser Interface proceed as follows 1 Access the RPC Command Mode as described in Section 5 2 1 2 When the Circuit Status Screen Figure 6 1 appears note that the screen includes a status field and On Off Boot controls for each of the RPC s Switched DC Circuits Notes e When switching and reboot operations are initiated Boot Seque
55. word is not defined the Password Prompt will not be displayed when you access the RPC via the Text Interface The prompt will always be displayed when the RPC is contacted via the Web Browser Interface When the RPC is contacted via Network the password prompt will also include a field for the user name If you have not defined a user name then you may leave this field blank and only the password is required to gain access to the unit The user name prompt is not displayed when the unit is contacted via the Text Interface 5 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide 2h western Telematic Inc Remote Power Controller Microsoft Internet Explorer Fle Edt View Favorites Toots Help UUR REMOTE POWER CONTROLLER LOCATION Western Telematic Inc Irvine CA SWITCH PANEL Firmware Version 1 411 Circuit Name Status Boot Default Server_1 ON Server_2 ON ON Router I Router 2 ATM Switch Ethernet SW LINUX 1 Rack Modem All Circuits ON ON mg Log Out i Figure 5 1 Circuit Status Screen Web Browser Interface 5 2 Communicating with the RPC 4850 8N In order to configure the unit or invoke command functions you must first connect to the RPC and access command mode As discussed in previously the RPC offers two separate command interfaces the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface The RPC also offers three different methods for accessing command mode via network via external mod
56. wser Interface 5 6 5 4 General Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 7 5 5 Serial Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 9 5 6 Serial Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 9 5 7 Circuit Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 11 5 8 Circuit Parameters Menu Text Interface Circuit 1 Shown 5 11 5 9 Network Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 14 5 10 Network Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 14 5 11 IP Security Meng Text Interface is occ acca as NN BEE Ge oa ace cue ee de EN 5 16 5 12 Telnet Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 18 5 13 Telnet Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 18 5 14 Web Server Parameters Menu Web Browser Interface 5 19 5 15 Web Server Parameters Menu Text Interface 5 19 6 1 Circuit Status Menu Web Browser Interface Sample Values Shown 6 2 6 2 Circuit Status Screen Text Interface Sample Values Shown 6 3 6 3 The RPC Help Scre n Text Interface SN KENNS ca SITE SEER tdk Ela ee Eg 6 4 AT Console Port Interface ssrds SE was DE ede ER Ee EE ead wid Sea Apx 1 1 Introduction Electronic equipment sometimes locks up requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot The RPC 4850 8N Heavy Duty Remote DC Power Controller gives you the ability to perform this function from anywhere just point your browser to t
57. y Stop Bits Contact Information Customer Service 4 2 4 2 2 2 5 8 6 7 to 6 8 5 10 5 12 to 5 13 2 2 6 2 6 5 5 12 5 11 5 12 2 1 6 7 6 3 6 1 5 12 5 8 6 8 5 7 5 2 to 5 4 6 6 5 8 2 2 5 1 to 5 20 5 11 to 5 12 5 6 to 5 9 5 5 to 5 19 5 15 to 5 16 7 2 7 1 5 20 5 9 5 18 5 19 5 8 2 2 4 2 Apx 1 5 10 4 2 5 10 5 10 Data Bits Default Default Button Default Circuit Status Default IP Address Default Parameters Delay Period Deny Error Messages Ethernet Port External Modem Initialization String Firmware Upgrade G Gateway Address General Parameters Menu Grounding Ground Screw Hardware Inactivity Timeout Input Circuits Installation IP Address Default IP Security LED Indicators Local PC Logging Out MAC Address Manual Control Manual Operation Manual Switch Button Maximum Segment Size Modem Initialization String Multiple Circuits 5 2 5 15 5 15 to 5 17 Index 1 RPC 4850 8N Remote Power Controller User Guide N Network Parameters 5 15 to 5 16 Network Port 2 2 4 2 o Operation 6 1 to 6 8 Web Browser Interface 6 1 to 6 2 Output Circuits 2 2 P Parity 5 10 Passwords 5 4 6 7 Circuit 5 1 5 12 System 5 1 5 6 User 5 1 5 12 Password Prompt 5 3 Permit 5 16 Port Mode 5 10 Port Number Telnet 5 18 Web Server 5 19 Power Up Default 5 12 Power Input 2 2 Power Supply i 3 1 Connection 4 1 Power Up Default 6 2 6 5 Protective Cover 2 2 Q Q
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