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OUTLET MANAGED PDU 2 NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM) ELECTRICAL SAFETY ST A TEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. T odas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
NOM ST ATEMENT 3 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra sica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada. 13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal maner.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 4 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL BLACK BOX and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB T echnologies, Inc. ProComm is a registered trademark of DA T AST ORM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.™ Crosstalk is a registered trademark of Digital Communications Associates, Inc.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 5 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Secure Racking If secure racked units are installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly , they may require further evaluation by certification agencies. Consider the following items: 1. The ambient temperature within the rack may be greater than the room ambient temperature.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 6 Detached 15-Amp “Starter ” Cable(s) If the Outlet Managed PDU includes a detached, 125 VAC, 15 Amp “Starter” Cable(s,) this allows you to connect the Outlet Managed PDU to power for bench testing and initial start up and is adequate for applications that only require 15 Amps.
CONTENTS 7 Contents 1 . S p e c i c a t i o n s .................................................. 1 3 2 . Q u i c k S t a r t G u i d e ............................................... 1 5 2.1. Installing the Outlet Managed PDU Hardware . . . . . .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 8 5. Conguration (continued) 5 . 3 . 6 . S c r i p t i n g O p t i o n s ................................... 4 6 5.3.6.1. Automated Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 5 . 4 . U s e r A c c o u n t s ...
CONTENTS 9 5. Conguration (continued) 5.9.1 1. Email Messaging Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 5.10. Save User Selected Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 5.10.1. Restore Conguration .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 10 9 . O p e r a t i o n ..................................................... 1 3 7 9.1. Operation via the W eb Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 9.1.1. The Plug Control Screen - W eb Browser Interface .
CONTENTS 11 15. Saving and Restoring Conguration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 15.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 15.2. Restoring Saved Parameters . . .
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CHAPTER 1: Specifications 13 1. Specifications Physical/Environmental: Models MPSH8-S20-120V , MPSH8-S20-208+V , MPSH8-D20-120V and MPSH8-D20-208+V : W idth: 19” (48.3 cm) (Including Rack Brackets) Depth: 8.7” (22.1 cm) Height: 1.75” (4.5 cm) One Rack U Models MPSH16-D20-120V , MPSH16-D20-208+V : W idth: 19” (48.
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CHAPTER 2: Quick Start Guide 15 2. Quick Star t Guide This Quick Start Guide describes a simplied installation procedure for the Outlet Managed PDU hardware, which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 16 2.1.2. Connect your PC to the Outlet Managed PDU The Outlet Managed PDU can either be controlled by a local PC, that communicates with the unit via the SetUp port, controlled via external modem, or controlled via TCP/IP network.
CHAPTER 2: Quick Start Guide 17 1. Access Command Mode: The Outlet Managed PDU includes two separate user interfaces; the T ext Interface and the W eb Browser Interface. The T ext Interface is available via Local PC, SNMP , SSH Client, T elnet, or Modem, and the W eb Browser interface is only available via TCP/IP network.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 18 a) Reboot Outlet: i. W eb Browser Interface: Click on the "Plug Control" link on the left hand side of the screen to display the Plug Control Menu.
CHAPTER 3: Overview 19 3. Over view The Outlet Managed PDU allows secure, remote metering and management of AC powered rack mount equipment via SSL, SSH, SNMP , web browser , telnet, external modem or local terminal.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 20 Model Numbers The Outlet Managed PDU series includes a variety of models to accommodate the power distribution needs of almost any rack mount application. Model No. Input Feeds Input Voltage Max. Load per Outlet Max. Load per Input Max.
CHAPTER 3: Overview 21 3.1. Front Panel Components As shown in Figure 3.1, the Outlet Managed PDU Front Panel includes the following components: 1. SetUp Port: An RJ45 format RS232 serial port (wired in DCE conguration) which can be used for connection to a local terminal or external modem.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 22 7. Branch A Current Usage: A bank of ten LEDs which light to indicate total current usage on Power Circuit A. The rst LED will light when 0% to 9% of maximum rated current for the power circuit is being used, and the last LED will blink when over 100% of the maximum rated current for the power circuit is being used.
CHAPTER 3: Overview 23 A-1 BUS A BUS B A-2 A-3 A-4 A-5 A-6 A-7 A-8 B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5 B-6 B-7 B-8 10/100 BaseT ACT A B ALARM LINK 1 3 2 4 5 6 Figure 3-2: Back Panel Components (Model MPSH16-D20-120V Shown) 6. Network Port: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your 100Base-T , TCP/IP network.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 24 2. Set Parameters to Factory Defaults: a) Simultaneously press both the Default button and the Reset button, hold them for ve seconds, and then release them. b) All Outlet Managed PDU parameters will be reset to their original factory default settings, and the unit will then reboot.
CHAPTER 4: Installation 25 4. Hardware Installation 4.1. Connecting the Power Supply Cables 4.1.1. Installing the Power Supply Cable Keepers The Outlet Managed PDU includes cable keepers, which are designed to prevent the power supply cables from being accidentally disconnected from the unit.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 26 4.1.2. Connect the Outlet Managed PDU to Y our Power Supply Refer to the cautions listed below and at the beginning of this User ’ s Guide, and then connect the Outlet Managed PDU to an appropriate power supply .
CHAPTER 4: Installation 27 4.3. Serial SetUp Port Connection The Outlet Managed PDU’ s SetUp Port is a female, RJ45 RS232 connector , wired in a DCE conguration. In the default state, the Setup port is congured for 9600 bps, no parity , 8 data bits, 1 stop bit.
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CHAPTER 5: Configuration 29 5. Configuration This section describes the basic conguration procedure for all Outlet Managed PDU models. For more information on Reboot Options and Alarm Conguration, please refer to Section 6 and Section 7.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 30 In order to use the T ext Interface, your installation must include one of the following: • Access via Network: The Outlet Managed PDU must be connected to your TCP/IP Network, and your PC must include a communications program (such as HyperT erminal.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 31 c) V ia Modem: Use your communications program to dial the number for the external modem which you have connected to the Outlet Managed PDU’ s Setup Port. 2. Login / Password Prompt: A message will be displayed, which prompts you to enter a username (login name) and password.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 32 When the Outlet Managed PDU is operated via a PDA device, only the following functions are available: • Product Status Screen (Section 8.1) • Plug Status Screen (Section 8.3) • Plug Group Status Screen (Section 8.4) • Plug Control Screen (Section 9.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 33 5.2. Configuration Menus Although the W eb Browser Interface and T ext Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters, both interfaces allow access to the same set of basic parameters, and parameters selected via one interface will also be applied to the other .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 34 5.3. Defining System Parameters The System Parameters menus are used to dene the Site ID Message, set the system clock and calendar , congure the Invalid Access Lockout feature and Callback feature and select other general parameters.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 35 • T emperature Format: Determines whether the temperature is displayed as Fahrenheit or Celsius. (Default = Fahrenheit.) • T emperature Calibration: Used to calibrate the unit’ s internal temperature sensing abilities.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 36 • Callback Security: Enables / congures the Callback Security Function as described in Section 5.3.4. In order for this feature to function, a Callback number must also be dened for each desired user account as described in Section 5.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 37 • Power Conguration: In the W eb Browser Interface, the V oltage Calibration parameter , Power Factor parameter and Power Efciency parameter are dened via the System Parameters Menu. In the T ext Interface, these parameters reside in a separate submenu, which is accessed via the Power Conguration option.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 38 • Primary NTP Address: Denes the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters long) for the primary NTP server . (Default = undened.) Note: In order to use domain names for web addresses, DNS parameters must first be defined as described in Section 5.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 39 Note that when an Invalid Access Lockout occurs, you can either wait for the Lockout Duration period to elapse (after which, the Outlet Managed PDU will automatically react.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 40 5.3.3. Log Conguration This feature allows you to create records of command activity , alarm actions and current and power consumption for the Outlet Managed PDU. The Log features are enabled and congured via the System Parameters Menus.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 41 Notes: • In order for the Audit Log or Alarm Log to generate Syslog Messages, Syslog Parameters must first be defined as described in Section 5.9.2 and Section 11.1. • The Audit Log will truncate usernames that are longer than 22 characters, and display two dots (.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 42 5.3.3.3. Reading and Erasing Logs T o read the status logs, proceed as follows: • T ext Interface: T ype /L and press [Enter] to access the Display Log menu. Select the desired Log from the menu, key in the appropriate number and press [Enter] , and then follow the instructions in the resulting submenu.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 43 5.3.4. Callback Security The Callback function provides an additional layer of security when users attempt to access command mode via modem.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 44 On - Callback ONL Y (With Password Pr ompt): Callbacks will be performed for accounts that include a Callback Number , and the username/ password prompt will be displayed when the user ’ s modem answers (users will be required to re-enter their username/password when their modem answers.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 45 The following Power Source Conguration parameters are available: • Power Factor: Can be any value from 0.1 to 1.00. (Default = 1.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 46 5.3.6. Scripting Options The Scripting Options submenu provides access to parameters that are used to set up the Outlet Managed PDU for running various scripts.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 47 5.3.6.1. Automated Mode The Automated Mode allows the Outlet Managed PDU to execute switching and reboot commands, without displaying menus or generating response messages.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 48 2. Status Screen Suppr essed: The plug status screen 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. 3.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 49 5.4.1. Command Access Levels In order to restrict access to important command functions, the Outlet Managed PDU allows you to set the command access level for each user account. The Outlet Managed PDU offers four access levels: Administrator, SuperUser , User and V iew Only .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 50 In the default state, the Outlet Managed PDU includes one predened account that provides access to Administrator commands and allows control of all of the Outlet Managed PDU’ s switched power outlets.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 51 5.4.3. Port Access The Port Access parameter is used to grant or deny access to the Outlet Managed PDU’ s RJ45 Setup Port.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 52 5.5. Managing User Accounts The User Directory function is employed to create new accounts, display parameters for existing accounts, modify accounts and delete accounts.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 53 5.5.2. Adding User Accounts The "Add Username" option allows you to create new accounts. Note that the Add User function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 54 • Plug Group Access: Determines which plug groups this account will be allowed to control. For more information on Plug Groups, please refer to Section 5.6. (Defaults; Administrator and SuperUser = All Plug Groups On, User = All Plug Groups Off, V iewOnly = All Plug Groups Off.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 55 • Callback Number: Assigns a number that will be called when this account attempts to access command mode via modem, and the Callback Security Function has been enabled as described in Section 5.3.4. (Default = undened.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 56 5.5.3. Modifying User Accounts The "Edit User Directory" function allows you to edit existing accounts in order to change parameters, plug access rights or Administrator Command capability .
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 57 5.6. The Plug Group Directory The Plug Group Directory allows you to designate "groups" of plugs that are dedicated to a similar function, and will most likely be switched or rebooted all at the same time or controlled by the same type of user account.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 58 5.6.2. Adding Plug Groups The "Add Plug Group to Directory" option allows you to create new Plug Groups and assign plug access rights to each group. The Add Plug Group function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 59 5.6.4. Deleting Plug Groups This function is used to delete individual Plug Groups. Note that this function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands. Note: Deleted Plug Groups cannot be automatically restored.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 60 • Power Up Default: Determines how this plug will react when the Default command (/D) is invoked, or after power to the unit has been interrupted and then restored.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 61 Notes: • No two plugs can be assigned the same Boot Priority number . • When a higher Boot Priority is assigned to any given plug, all subsequent plugs will have their boot priorities lowered by a factor of 1. • The Boot Priority is also displayed on the Plug Status Screen.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 62 5.7.1.2. Example 2: Change Plug A5 to Priority 2 In the second Example shown in Figure 5-2, we start out with Boot Priorities for the plugs set as they were at the end of Example 1; Plug A3 is rst, Plug A1 is second, Plug A2 is third, Plug A4 is fourth, and Plug A6 is sixth.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 63 5.8. Serial Port Configuration The Serial Port Conguration menus allow you to select parameters for the Outlet Managed PDU’ s Setup Port. The Setup Port (Port 1) can be congured for connection to a local PC or Modem.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 64 • Command Echo: Enables or Disables command echo at the Setup Port. When disabled, commands that are sent to the Setup Port will still be invoked, but the actual keystrokes will not be displayed on your monitor . (Default = On.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 65 Modem Mode: Permits access to command mode and simplies connection to an external modem. Modem Mode ports can perform all functions normally available in Normal Mode, but Modem Mode also allows denition of the following, additional parameters: Reset String: Redenes the modem reset string.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 66 5.9. Network Configuration The Network Parameters Menus are used to select parameters and options for the Network Port and also allow you to implement IP Security features, which can restrict access based on the user ’ s IP Address.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 67 5.9.1. Network Port Parameters In the T ext Interface, these parameters are found in the main Network Conguration menu In the W eb Browser Interface, these parameters ar.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 68 • Accept Break: Determines whether the port will accept breaks received from the attached device, and pass them along to a connected port. When enabled, breaks received at this port will be passed to any port this port is connected to, and sent to the device connected to the other port.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 69 • T elnet Access: Enables/disables T elnet access. When T elnet Access is "Off," users will not be allowed to establish a T elnet connection to the unit. (Default = On.) • T elnet Port: Selects the TCP/IP port number that will be used for T elnet connections.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 70 • HTTPS Port: Selects the TCP/IP port number that will be used for HTTPS connections. (Default = 443.) Notes: • In the T ext Interface, HTTP and HT TPS parameters reside in a separate submenu.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 71 The IP Security conguration menus include "hosts.allow" and "hosts.deny" client lists. When setting up IP Security , you must enter IP addresses for hosts that you wish to allow in the Allow list, and addresses for hosts that you wish to deny in the Deny list.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 72 5.9.3.1. Adding IP Addresses to the Allow and Deny Lists T o add an IP Address to the Allow or Deny list, and begin conguring the IP Security feature, proceed as follows. Notes: • Both the Allow and Deny list can include Linux operators, wild cards, and net/mask pairs.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 73 5.9.3.2. Linux Operators and W ild Car ds In addition to entering a specic IP address or partial IP address in the Allow or Deny list, you may also use standard Linux operators or wild cards.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 74 5.9.3.3. IP Security Examples 1. Mostly Closed: Access is denied by default and the only clients allowed, are those explicitly listed in the Allow list. T o deny access to all clients except 192.255.255.192 and 168.1 12.1 12.05, IP Security would be dened as follows: • Allow List: 1.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 75 5.9.5. Domain Name Server The DNS menu is used to select IP addresses for Domain Name Servers. When web and network addresses are entered, the Domain Name Server interprets domain names (e.g., www .yourcompanyname123.com), and translates them into IP addresses.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 76 • Authentication / Privacy: Congures the Authentication and Privacy features for SNMPv3 communication. The Authentication / Privacy parameter offers two options, which function as follows: 1. Auth/noPriv: An SNMPv3 username and password will be required at log in, but encryption will not be used.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 77 • SNMP Contact: (Default = undened.) • SNMP Location: (Default = undened.) • Read Only Community: Note that this parameter is not available when the SNMP V ersion is set to V3. (Default = Public.) • Read/Write Community: Note that this parameter is not available when the SNMP V ersion is set to V3.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 78 5.9.8. LDAP Parameters The Outlet Managed PDU supports LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol,) which allows authentication via the "Active Directory" network Directory Service.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 79 The LDAP Parameters Menu allows you to dene the following parameters: • Enable: Enables/disables LDAP authentication. (Default = Off.) • Primary Host: Denes the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters) for the primary LDAP server .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 80 • Kerberos Setup: Kerberos is a network authentication protocol, which provides a secure means of identity verication for users who are communicating via a non-secure network. In the T ext Interface, Kerberos parameters are selected via a submenu that is only available when Kerberos is selected as Bind T ype.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 81 • Service Access: Determines whether members of this LDAP group will be allowed to access command mode via the serial Setup Port, via T elnet/SSH or via both methods.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 82 5.9.9. T ACACS Parameters The T ACACS Conguration Menus offer the following options: • Enable: Enables/disables the T ACACS feature at the Network Port. (Default = Off.) • Primary Address: Denes the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters) for your primary T ACACS server .
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 83 • Default User Access: When enabled, this parameter allows T ACACS users to access the Outlet Managed PDU command mode without rst dening a T ACACS user account on the Outlet Managed PDU.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 84 Plug Group Access: Determines the default Plug Group Access setting for new T ACACS users. For more information on Plug Groups, please refer to Section 5.6. (Defaults; Administrator and SuperUser = All Plug Groups On, User = All Plug Groups Off, V iewOnly = All Plug Groups Off.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 85 5.9.10. RADIUS Parameters The RADIUS Conguration Menus offer the following options: • Enable: Enables/Disables the RADIUS feature at the Network Port. (Default = Off.) • Primary Address: Denes the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters long) for your primary RADIUS server .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 86 • Authentication Port: The Authentication Port number for the RADIUS function. (Default = 1812.) • Accounting Port: The Accounting Port number for the RADIUS function. (Default = 1813.) • Debug: (T ext Interface Only) When enabled, the Outlet Managed PDU will put RADIUS debug information into Syslog.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 87 • WTI-Group-Access - Determines which plug group(s) the user will be allowed to access. The ar gument for this command includes a character for each, dened plug group.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 88 5.9.1 1. Email Messaging Parameters The Email Messaging menu is used to dene parameters for email messages that the Outlet Managed PDU can send to notify you when an alarm is triggered.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 89 • From Address: The email address that will appear in the "From" eld in email sent by the Outlet Managed PDU. (Default = undened.) • T o Address: The address(es) that will receive email messages generated by the Outlet Managed PDU.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 90 5.10. Save User Selected Parameters It is strongly recommended to save all user-dened parameters to an ASCII le as described in Section 15. This will allow quick recovery in the event of accidental deletion or reconguration of port parameters.
CHAPTER 5: Configuration 91 T o restore the previously saved conguration, proceed as follows: 1. Access command move via the T ext Interface, using a username/password that permits access to Administrator level commands (see Section 5.1.1.) 2. At the Outlet Managed PDU command prompt, type /I and press [Enter].
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CHAPTER 6: Reboot Options 93 6. R eboot Options In addition to performing reboot cycles in response to commands, the Outlet Managed PDU can also be congured to automatically reboot outlets when an attached device does not respond to a Ping command (Ping-No-Answer Reboot) or according to a user dened schedule (Scheduled Reboot.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 94 6.1. Ping-No-Answer Reboot A Ping-No-Answer Reboot can be used to reboot one or more outlets when an attached device does not respond to a Ping Command. In addition, the Ping-No- Answer Reboot feature can also be congured to send an email, Syslog Message or SNMP T rap to notify you whenever a Ping-No-Answer Reboot occurs.
CHAPTER 6: Reboot Options 95 • Ping Delay After PNA Action: Determines how long the Outlet Managed PDU will wait to send additional Ping commands, after a Ping-No-Answer Reboot has been initiated.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 96 • Plug Access: Determines which outlet(s) will be rebooted when the IP address for this Ping-No-Answer operation does not respond to a Ping command.
CHAPTER 6: Reboot Options 97 6.1.3. Modifying Ping-No-Answer Reboot Pr oles After you have dened a Ping-No-Answer prole, you can modify the conguration of the prole using the Modify Ping-No-Answer feature.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 98 6.2. Scheduled Reboot The Scheduled Reboot feature can be used to reboot one or more outlets according to a user-dened schedule, or to automatically turn outlets Of f and then On according to a user dened schedule.
CHAPTER 6: Reboot Options 99 • Day Access: This prompt provides access to a submenu which is used to determine which day(s) of the week this Scheduled Reboot will be performed. The Day Access parameter can also be used to schedule a daily reboot; to schedule a daily reboot, use the Day Access submenu to select every day of the week.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 100 6.2.3. Modifying Scheduled Reboots After you have dened a Scheduled Reboot, you can edit the conguration of the Reboot action using the Modify Scheduled Reboot feature.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 101 7. Alarm Configuration When properly congured, the Outlet Managed PDU can meter current, temperature and voltage readings, and log this information for future review .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 102 T o congure the Outlet Managed PDU’ s Alarm functions, access the command mode using a password that allows Administrator level and then activate the Alarm Conguration menu (in the T ext Interface, type /AC and press [Enter]; in the W eb Browser Interface, click on the "Alarm Conguration" link.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 103 The Load Shedding feature can be congured to react in one manner when an Over Current Line Alarm is triggered, and in a different manner when an Over Current Branch Alarm is triggered.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 104 • Alarm Clear Threshold: Determines how low the current load must drop in order for the Alarm condition to be cancelled and for load shedding recovery (if enabled) to occur .
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 105 • Subject: This parameter is used to dene the text that will appear in the "Subject" eld for all email notication messages generated by the alarm.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 106 The Load Shedding Conguration Menus allow you to dene the following parameters: Notes: • In the Web Browser Interface, the "Unit to Configure" and "Branch" parameters are found in the Over Current Alarm configuration menus.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 107 • Auto Recovery: Enables/Disables the Auto Recovery feature for the selected branch or line. When both Load Shedding and Auto Recovery are enabled, the Outlet Managed PDU will return plugs to their former On/Off state after current load falls below the Alarm Clear Threshold value.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 108 7.2. The Over T emperature Alarms The Over T emperature Alarms are designed to inform you when the temperature level inside your equipment rack reaches or exceeds certain user-dened levels. There are two separate Over T emperature Alarms; the Initial Threshold alarm and the Critical Threshold Alarm.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 109 Note that both the Initial Threshold menus and Critical Threshold menus offer essentially the same parameters, but the parameters dened for each alarm are separate and unique. Therefore, parameters dened for the Critical Threshold Alarm will not be applied to the Initial Threshold Alarm and vice versa.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 110 • Email Message: Enables/Disables email notication for this alarm. (Default = On.) Note: The Email Message parameter offers four different options: On, Off, On (Copy to All T riggers) or Off (Copy to All T riggers).
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 111 7.2.1. Over T emperature Alarms - Load Shedding and Auto Recovery For Over T emperature Alarms, the Load Shedding feature is used to switch specic, user-dened plugs On or Of f whenever temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold value.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 112 • Auto Recovery: Enables/Disables the Auto Recovery feature for the selected unit. When both Load Shedding and Auto Recovery are enabled, the Outlet Managed PDU will return plugs to their former On/Off state after the temperature falls below the Alarm Clear Threshold value.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 113 7.3. The Circuit Breaker Open Alarm The Circuit Breaker Alarm is intended to provide notication in the event that one of the Outlet Managed PDU’ s circuit breakers is opened. When a circuit breaker is open, the Outlet Managed PDU can provide prompt notication via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP T rap.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 114 • Email Message: Enables/Disables email notication for this alarm. (Default = On.) Note: The Email Message parameter offers four different options: On, Off, On (Copy to All T riggers) or Off (Copy to All T riggers).
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 115 7.4. The Lost V oltage (Line In) Alarm The Lost V oltage (Line In) Alarm can provide notication after the power supply to the Outlet Managed PDU has been interrupted. Notes: • The Lost V oltage (Line In) alarm is only available on Outlet Managed PDU models that include two input power lines.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 116 • Notify Upon Clear: When enabled, the Outlet Managed PDU will send additional notication when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 117 7.5. The Ping-No-Answer Alarm The Ping-No-Answer Alarm is intended to provide notication when one of the IP addresses dened via the Ping-No-Answer Reboot feature (described in Section 6.1) fails to respond to a Ping command.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 118 • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the Outlet Managed PDU will send additional notication when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 119 7.6. The Invalid Access Lockout Alarm The Invalid Access Lockout Alarm can provide notication when the Outlet Managed PDU has locked the Network port due to repeated, invalid attempts to access command mode. Normally , the Invalid Access Lockout feature (discussed in Section 5.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 120 T o congure the Invalid Access Lockout Alarm, you must access the Outlet Managed PDU command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands. The Invalid Access Lockout alarm conguration menu offers the following parameters: • T rigger Enable: Enables/Disables the trigger for this alarm.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 121 • Address 1, 2, and 3: These parameters are used to select which of the three email addresses dened via the "Email Messages" menu (see Section 5.9.1 1) will receive the email alarm notication messages generated by this alarm.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 122 7.7. The Power Cycle Alarm The Power Cycle Alarm can provide notication when all input power to the Outlet Managed PDU is lost and then restored. When the power supply is lost and then restored, the Outlet Managed PDU can provide notication via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP T rap.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 123 • Address 1, 2, and 3: These parameters are used to select which of the three email addresses dened via the "Email Messages" menu (see Section 5.9.1 1) will receive the email alarm notication messages generated by this alarm.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 124 7.8. The Plug Current Alarm The Plug Current Alarm allows you to monitor current consumption at each of the Outlet Managed PDU’ s switched outlets and generate an alarm when current exceeds a user-dened "High" threshold or falls below a user -dened "Low" threshold.
CHAPTER 7: Alarm Configuration 125 • Plug Thr esholds: Denes current consumption level(s) that will trigger alarm(s) at each switched outlet. The Plug Thresholds can be congured to trigger an .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 126 • Resend Delay: Determines how long the Outlet Managed PDU will wait to resend an email message generated by this alarm, when the initial attempt to send the notication was unsuccessful.
CHAPTER 8: The Status Screens 127 8. The Status Screens The Status Screens are used to display status information about the switched outlets, Network Port, Plug Groups, Current and Power Metering and the Alarm Log and Audit Log. The Status Screens are available via both the T ext Interface and W eb Browser Interface.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 128 8.2. The Network Status Screen The Network Status screen shows activity at the Outlet Managed PDU’ s 16 virtual network ports. T o view the Network Status Screen, you must access command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator Level commands.
CHAPTER 8: The Status Screens 129 T o display the Plug Status Screen via the T ext Interface, type /S and then press [Enter] . T o display the Plug Status Screen via the W eb Browser Interface, click on the "Plug Status" link.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 130 8.4. The Plug Group Status Screen The Plug Group Status screen shows the conguration details and On/Off status for the Outlet Managed PDU’ s user-dened Plug Groups.
CHAPTER 8: The Status Screens 131 8.5. The Current Metering Status Screen The Current Metering Status screen is used to display up-to-date readings for Amps, W atts, V oltage and temperature for the Outlet Managed PDU.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 132 8.6. The Current History Screen The Current History Screen displays current, voltage and temperature readings as a function of time. In the W eb Browser Interface, the Current History can be displayed as a graph or downloaded in ASCII, CSV or XML format.
CHAPTER 8: The Status Screens 133 When the Current History Screen is displayed in ASCII, CSV or XML format, the Outlet Managed PDU will show Branch Current, Branch V oltage and temperature readings in tabular format.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 134 8.7. The Power R ange Status Screen The Power Range Status Screen can be used to display power consumption readings over a user-selected period of time, for the Outlet Managed PDU.
CHAPTER 8: The Status Screens 135 In the T ext Interface, Power Metering data will be displayed in table format. In the W eb Browser Interface, Power Metering data will be displayed in both table and graph format.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 136 W eb Interface: Place the cursor over the "Power Metering" link on the left hand side of the screen. When the y-out menu appears, click on the "Power History" link to display the Power History menu.
CHAPTER 9: Operation 137 9. Operation The Outlet Managed PDU offers two separate command interfaces; the W eb Browser Interface and the T ext Interface.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 138 When the "Conrm Plug Actions" button is pressed, the Outlet Managed PDU will display a screen which lists the selected action(s) and asks for conrmation before proceeding. T o implement the selected action(s), click on the "Execute Plug Actions" button.
CHAPTER 9: Operation 139 9.1.2. The Plug Group Contr ol Screen - W eb Browser Interface The Plug Group Control Screen is used to send switching and reboot commands to the user-dened Plug Groups.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 140 COMMAND MENU: Version 1.20a DISPLAY CONFIGURATION /S [s] Plug Status /F System Parameters /SG Plug Group Status /P Port Parameters /SN Network Status /PL [s] Plug Parameters /H .
CHAPTER 9: Operation 141 9.2.1. Switching and Reboot Commands - T ext Interface These commands can be used to switch or reboot the Outlet Managed PDU’ s switched plugs, and can also be used to set plugs to the user-dened Power -Up Default values.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 142 When switching and reboot commands are executed, the Outlet Managed PDU will display a "Sure?" prompt, wait for user response, and then complete the command. The unit will pause for a moment while the command is executed, and then return to the Plug Status Screen.
CHAPTER 9: Operation 143 9.2.2. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - T ext Interface As described below , switching and reboot commands can be applied to only one Switched AC Outlet, or to an assortment of outlets. Note: When switching and reboot operations are initiated, Boot/Sequence Delay times will be applied as described in Section 5.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 144 9.3. The Automated Mode The Automated Mode allows the Outlet Managed PDU to execute switching and reboot commands, without displaying menus or generating response messages.
CHAPTER 9: Operation 145 2. Status Screen Suppr essed: The status screens will not be automatically displayed after commands are successfully executed.
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CHAPTER 10: SSH Encryption 147 10. SSH Encr yption In addition to standard T elnet protocol, the Outlet Managed PDU also supports SSH connections, which provide secure, encrypted access via network. In order to communicate with the Outlet Managed PDU using SSH protocol, your network node must include an appropriate SSH client.
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CHAPTER 11: Syslog Messages 149 11. Syslog Messages The Syslog feature can create log records of each Alarm Event. As these event records are created, they are sent to a Syslog Daemon, located at an IP address dened via the Network Parameters menu.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 150 11.2. T esting Syslog Configuration After you have congured the Outlet Managed PDU as described in Section 1 1.1, the /TEST command can be used to make certain that the function is properly set up.
CHAPTER 12: SNMP T raps 151 12. SNMP T raps SNMP is an acronym for "Simple Network Management Protocol". The SNMP T rap function allows the Outlet Managed PDU to send Alarm Notication messages to two different SNMP managers, each time one of the Alarms discussed in Section 7 is triggered.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 152 12.2. T esting the SNMP T rap Function After you have nished setting up the SNMP T rap function, it is recommended to test the conguration to ensure that it is working correctly . T o test conguration of the SNMP T rap function, proceed as follows: 1.
CHAPTER 13: Operation via SNMP 153 13. Operation via SNMP If SNMP Access Parameters have been dened as described in Section 5.9.6, then you will be able to manage user accounts, control power and reboot switching and display unit status via SNMP .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 154 13.3. Configuration via SNMP Outlet Managed PDU User accounts can be viewed, created, modied, and deleted via SNMP . User accounts are arranged in a table of 128 rows, and indexed 1-128. User account parameters, as seen through the SNMP , are summarized below .
CHAPTER 13: Operation via SNMP 155 • userTable::userTelnetSshAccess – Access to the T elnet/SSH interface 0 – No access 1 - Access • userTable::userWebAccess – Access to the W eb interface 0.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 156 13.4. Plug Control via SNMP 13.4.1. Plug Status/Control ON, OFF , BOOT , and DEF AUL T commands can be issued for plugs via SNMP . Plugs are arranged in a table of N rows, where N is the number of plugs in the system. Plug parameters are described below .
CHAPTER 13: Operation via SNMP 157 13.4.2. Plug Group Status/Contr ol ON, OFF , BOOT , and DEF AUL T commands can be issued for plug groups via SNMP . Plug groups are arranged in a table of 54 rows, one row for each plug group in the system. Plug Group parameters are described below .
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 158 13.5. Viewing Outlet Managed PDU Status via SNMP Status of various components of the Outlet Managed PDU can be retrieved via SNMP . Plug Status, and Environmental Status are currently supported. 13.5.1. Plug Status The status of each plug in the system can be retrieved using the command below .
CHAPTER 13: Operation via SNMP 159 13.6. Sending T raps via SNMP T raps that report various unit conditions can be sent to an SNMP Management Station from the Outlet Managed PDU.
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CHAPTER 14: Setting Up SSL Encryption 161 14. Setting Up SSL Encr yption This section describes the procedure for setting up a secure connection via an https web connection to the Outlet Managed PDU. Note: SSL parameters cannot be defined via the Web Browser Interface.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 162 14.1. Creating a Self Signed Certificate T o create a Self Signed certicate, access the T ext interface via T elnet or SSH, using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands and then proceed as follows: 1. T ype /N and press [Enter] to display the Network Parameters menu.
CHAPTER 14: Setting Up SSL Encryption 163 • 6. State or Pr ovince: The name of the state or province where the Outlet Managed PDU will be located (e.g., California.) • 7. Locality: The city or town where the Outlet Managed PDU will be located (e.g.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 164 14.2. Creating a Signed Certificate T o create a Signed certicate, and eliminate the warning message, rst set up your domain name server to recognize the Common Name (item 5) that you will assign to the unit. Next, complete steps one through ve as described in Section 14.
CHAPTER 14: Setting Up SSL Encryption 165 4. After the conguration has been saved, test the signed certicate by accessing the Outlet Managed PDU via the W eb Browser Interface, using an HTTPS connection. For example, if the common name has been dened as "service.
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CHAPTER 15: Saving & Restoring P arameters 167 15. Saving and R estoring Configuration P arameters Once the Outlet Managed PDU is properly congured, parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text le.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 168 3. When the terminal emulation program is ready to receive the le, return to the Outlet Managed PDU’ s Save Parameter File menu, and press [Enter] to proceed. Parameters will be saved on your hard drive in the le specied in Step 2 above.
CHAPTER 15: Saving & Restoring P arameters 169 15.3. Restoring Previously Saved Parameters If you make a mistake while conguring the Outlet Managed PDU, and wish to return to the previously sav.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 170 3. At the submenu, choose Item 5 (Restore Last Known W orking Conguration.) T ype 5 and then press [Enter] . Note: When invoking the /I command to restore configuration parameters, Item 5 is recommended. 4. The Outlet Managed PDU will reboot and previously saved parameters will be restored.
CHAPTER 16: Upgrading Firmware 171 16. Upgrading F irmware When new , improved versions of the Outlet Managed PDU rmware become available, the "Upgrade Firmware" function can be used to update the unit. Updates can be uploaded via FTP or SFTP protocols.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 172 3. When the command prompt appears, type /UF and then press [Enter] . The Outlet Managed PDU will display a screen which offers the following options: a) Start FTP/SFTP Servers Only (Do NOT default parameters): T o proceed with the upgrade, while retaining user-dened parameters, type 1 and press [Enter] .
CHAPTER 16: Upgrading Firmware 173 7. After the le transfer is complete, the Outlet Managed PDU will install the upgrade le and then reboot itself and break all port connections. Note that it will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the installation process.
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CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 175 17. Command R eference Guide 17.1. Command Conventions Most commands described in this section conform to the following conventions: • T ext Interface: Commands discussed in this section, can only be invoked via the T ext Interface.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 176 17.2. Command Summary Function Command Syntax Command Access Level Admin. SuperUser User ViewOnly Display Plug Status /S [s] [Enter] X X X X Plug Group Status /S.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 177 17.3. Command Set This Section provides information on all T ext Interface commands, sorted by functionality 17.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 178 /SG Display Plug Group Status Screen Displays the Plug Group Status Screen, which lists the available Plug Groups, the numbers of the plugs included in each Plug Group, the current On/Off state, the user - dened Boot/Sequence Delay value, and the Default On/Off value for each plug.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 179 /L Log Functions Provides access to a menu which allows you to display the Audit Log, Alarm Log Current Metering Log and Power Metering Log. For more information on Log Functions, please refer to Section 5.3.3 and Section 8.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 180 /BOOT Initiate Boot Cycle Initiates a boot cycle at the selected plug(s) or Plug Group(s). When a Boot cycle is performed, the Outlet Managed PDU will rst switch the selected plug(s) Off, then pause for the user-dened Boot/Sequence Delay Period, then switch the plug(s) back on.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 181 /ON Switch Plug(s) ON Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) On, as described in Section 9.2.2. When the /ON command is used to switch more than one plug, Boot/Sequence Delay Period will be applied as described in Section 5.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 182 /OFF Switch Plug(s) OFF Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) Off, as described in Section 9.2.2. When the /OFF command is used to switch more than one plug, Boot/Sequence Delay Period will be applied as described in Section 5.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 183 /DPL Set All Plugs to Default States Sets all switched outlets to their user-dened default state. For information on setting outlet defaults, please refer to Section 5.7. Note: When this command is invoked in Administrator Mode or SuperUser Mode, it will be applied to all Outlet Managed PDU outlets.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 184 /K Send SSH Key Instructs the Outlet Managed PDU to provide you with a public SSH key for validation purposes. This public key can then be provided to your SSH client, in order to prevent the SSH client from warning you that the user is not recognized when you attempt to create an SSH connection.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 185 /P Set Serial Port Parameters Displays a menu that is used to select options and parameters for the Outlet Managed PDU’ s serial Setup Port, Remote Port. Note that all functions provided by the /P command are also available via the W eb Browser Interface.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 186 /RB Reboot Options Displays a menu that is used to congure Scheduled Reboots and Ping-No-Answer Reboots. Scheduled Reboots allow the Outlet Managed PDU to be rebooted on a regular basis, according to a user dened schedule.
CHAPTER 17: Command Reference Guide 187 /I Reboot System (Default) Reinitializes the Outlet Managed PDU and offers the option to keep user -dened parameters or reset to default parameters. As described in Section 5.10.1, the /I command can also be used to restore the unit to previously saved parameters.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 188 /TEST T est Network Parameters Displays a menu which is used to test conguration of the Syslog and SNMP T rap functions and can also be used to invoke a Ping Command. For more information, please refer to Section 1 1.2 and Section 12.
APPENDICES 189 Appendix A. Inter face Descriptions RJ-45 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CTS DCD RXD TXD GND DTR RTS Request to Send Ready Out Data Out Ground Data In Carrier Detect Clear to Send Pin 8 Pin 1 Figure A-1: RS232 Console Port Interface A .1. Serial Console Port (RS232) DCD and DTR hardware lines function as follows: 1.
OUTLET MANAGED PDU 190 Appendix B. T roubleshooting B.1. Calling Black Box If you determine that your Outlet Managed PDU is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500.
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