Web Enabled Power Switch 05/06/2014 Congratulations on purchasing the best network controlled power switch available. The iBoot-G2+ provides you the ability to reboot crashed devices with the click of a mouse. Be sure to read up on all the features of the iBoot-G2+ Including: Web Based setup and control with mobile browser support. Graceful Shutdown: attempt a soft shutdown or reboot before cycling power. Telnet setup and control Event Scheduling: Set power actions on regular intervals.
. Important Safety Instructions When using this product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
. General Description The iBoot-G2+ is a network attached, IP addressed, web controlled AC power switch. Anyone with a web browser can access iBoot-G2+ to perform power On, Off or Power Cycle (Reboot or Power Burst). iBoot-G2+ access is password protected with user and administrator security levels. iBoot-G2+ features international standard IEC320 connections and is compatible with power mains worldwide.
Dataprobe Exchange Protocol: iBoot-G2+ supports Dataprobe Exchange Protocol (DxP) This protocol allows Dataprobe products to communicate across networks, and allows developers to design custom applications to integrate iBoot-G2+ into custom applications. For more information about DxP, contact Dataprobe Applications Engineering and Support. 3.3. Expansion to Three Outlets iBoot-G2+ can be linked to two expansion units, iBoot-Exp to control three outlets.
4. Hardware Installation 4.1. Ethernet Connections iBoot-G2+ supports 10/100 Ethernet using the cable supplied, or other suitable unshielded twisted pair (Cat 5) cabling. Activity (green) and 100Mb (amber) LEDs on the network connector indicate when the network connection is properly established and when the connection is 100 Mbit/s. 4.2. AC Power Connections Connect the device to be powered ON and OFF to the IEC receptacle marked A/C Output.
4.3. Expansion Connections iBoot-G2+ has two Expansion Ports, Exp1 and Exp2 for connection to iBoot-Exp, or for use as General Purpose Inputs and Outputs (GPIO). Mode settings on the iBoot-G2+ determine how the expansion ports function. Connections to the iBoot-Exp are made using screw terminal blocks. The screw terminal blocks are on removable connectors for easy cable fabrication. Make sure screw terminals are tightened securely and that there are no loose strands of cable, or excessive stripped wires.
Connection for physical switch for power control Connection to the I/O connector for power control uses pins 2 and 3 as shown in the connection diagram. The function of the switch is determined by the setup. See sect 7.2 Input Connections to Switches for Power Control Connection to General Purpose I/O Function Power iBoot-G2+ V+ Power Out Feedback I Input Ground G Ground Command O Output 4.4.
4.5. Mounting Options iBoot-G2+ is suitable for desktop or shelf mounting. A mounting kit for wall and DIN rail mounting is available. Order part: 1920033 Mounting Kit for iBoot-G2+ G2 Series Remove all cables from the unit prior to installing or removing any mounting hardware. 1920033 Mounting Kit iBoot G2 Series Installing the Wall Mounting Kit DIN Rail Mounting 1. Remove the four mounting screws from the underside of the unit. 1. Install the Wall Mounting Kit as shown.
5. Initial Configuration The Device Management Utility (DMU), available online at http://dataprobe.com/support/iboot.html, provides the easiest means to find and configure your iBoot-G2+ for use. It can discover all the iBoots on your network, display the current IP address of each, and allow setting of any valid IP address. Install and Run the DMU 1. Download DMUSetup.exe 2. Run DMUSetup.exe 3.
5.1. Other ways to set the IP Address 1. Automatically from a DHCP Server 2. Web Browser via the Set-up Page 3. Command Line Interface (Telnet & USB) iBoot-G2+ comes with factory installed IP address 192.168.1.254. Setting the IP address from a DHCP Server A DHCP server will automatically assign an IP address (dynamic address) as well as Subnet Mask and Gateway to the iBoot. If you reboot the iBoot-G2+ with the IP Mode set for DHCP, the DHCP server will be able to assign an IP address.
6. Web Browser Operation 6.1. Password Protection iBoot-G2+ uses two username/password credential sets, one for normal power control (User) and one that also provides access to the setup functions (Admin). This configuration can be changed to require Administrator credentials at all times or allow unsecured User level control. See section 7.12.
6.3. Control and Status Page Once the user is validated, the Control and Status is displayed. (Only one person can be connected to the iBoot-G2+ at a time.) The look of the Control and Status page will be determined by which options are selected for the Expansion, AutoPing and Heartbeat. If the iBoot-G2+ is connected to a time server (see Section 7.11), The Home page will also show the five most recent history events, including the Outlet, Action, User and Time/Date of each event.
AutoPing Enabled: If the AutoPing feature is in use, the page will also display the current status, OK or Failed, for each AutoPing used, with a counter showing how many times the Action was triggered. Reset buttons for the Trigger counters are provided. Heartbeat Enabled: If the Heartbeat feature is enabled, the page will display the current status, OK or Fail of the Heartbeat, with a counter showing how many times the Action was triggered. Reset buttons for the Trigger counters are provided.
7. Web Setup iBoot-G2+ setup section consists of several pages. Access any page via the buttons on the left of the page. Each time a setting is changed click on the Save button for that page to save the changes before moving to the next page. 7.1. Device Settings Location ID: Set a 20 Character name to be displayed on the top of the Home page. This assists in identifying which iBoot-G2+ is being accessed. Cycle Time: 0 to 999 seconds power cycle time.
iBoot Expansion Units Select Link to Main to have the status of the Expansion unit be identical to the Main outlet of iBoot-G2+ . This is convenient if switching both power supplies of dual redundant powered devices. Power Control Each of the two inputs is independently set. Select the target outlet, main, Exp1 or Exp2 and the action desired with the input is Closed.
7.3. Network Settings IP Mode: Select Static to set the IP address using the fields below, or DHCP to allow a DHCP server to set the IP Address. IP address: Enter a static IP address. This will be automatically set if using DHCP Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask. This will be automatically set if using DHCP Gateway: Enter the Gateway. This will be automatically set if using DHCP HTTP Port: This setting is used to allow access to iBootG2+ on a port other than the Web standard Port 80.
7.4. Graceful Shutdown The iBoot-G2+ is capable of attempting a graceful shutdown of Windows based PCs and servers (XP and later) prior to performing a hard reboot or power down. Activate and control the performance of this feature on this page. Use of graceful shutdown requires installation of the iBoot Utility, which can be found at dataprobe.com/support/iboot.
Use Auto-Ping as service monitor: iBoot-G2+ is installed with the device to be rebooted, but pings a remote host to test the communication channel. Ideal for: DSL & Cable Modem Verification iBoot-G2+ monitors network device and powers up alarm or redundant system when there is no response Ideal for: Hot Standby Servers, Environmental Control, Alert for any Network Failure iBoot-G2+ supports three independent AutoPing channels, each controlling either the Main power, or either of the two Expansion ports.
With AutoPing operational, the main iBoot-G2+ page will display the current status of this feature. The status will be OK to indicate that iBoot-G2+ is receiving responses to the ping, or that the fail counter has not yet been exceeded. If the fail count has been exceeded, the status will change to FAIL. The Trigger Counter indicates the number of times the AutoPing action has been triggered. A counter reset button is provided.
Action: select from None Heartbeat not used Power On – Latch Upon triggering, iBoot-G2+ will power on and remain so until changed via the web, ibootctl.exe or direct messaging. Power On – Follow Upon triggering, iBoot-G2+ will power on. When the heartbeat returns, iBoot-G2+will power off. Power Off – Latch Upon triggering, iBoot-G2+ will power off and remain so until changed via the web, ibootctl.exe or direct messaging. Power Off – Follow Upon triggering, iBoot-G2+ will power off.
7.11. Event Scheduling iBoot-G2+ can schedule up to eight reoccurring power events. Set the starting date and time, plus the action to be taken and any repeat cycle for each. To enable the time scheduling function: Enter an accessible Network Time Server and check the Enable box. A list of public time servers is available at http://www.ntp.org/ Set your local time zone relative to GMT. Once the time server is active, scheduled events can occur. Up to eight independent scheduled events can be programmed.
User Disabled: There is no User account. The Admin username and password will be required for operation and setup functions across all modes of operation. This is the factory default mode. Two passwords are used by iBoot. In the Login Required mode, The User Password allows access to the control of iBoot, but not to the Setup functions. Clicking on the Setup button allows the Administrator to log in. Passwords can be up to 20 characters long and are case sensitive.
8. iBoot Cloud Service – BETA iBoot Cloud Service (iBCS) allows customers with iBoot to access and control multiple iBoots in multiple locations from a single portal with a single sign-on. iBCS will not only make using iBoots easier, by consolidating all units into one sign-on and interface, it will also enhance the number of situations where iBoot can be deployed. Customers with Dynamic IP addressing will always be able to access their iBoot from any location.
Confirm Registration by clicking on the link provided in the email. b. Insure Proper iBoot-G2 Firmware iBoot Cloud Service requires version iBoot-G2 Firmware version 1.21.99 or greater. Check the bottom of any web page of the iBoot for the firmware version. If needed, download and install the proper iBoot Firmware from http://dataprobe.com/support_iboot-g2.html and install as instructed in Section 11 c.
f. Control Power from the Cloud The status screen will detail all the iBoots registered with the cloud. You can add locations and group iBoots by location. Each iBoot displays the power status and AutoPing if configured. Click on the box that holds the Activation Code for the device you just entered. A modal box will appear with options to rename the device, move the device to a defined location or delete the device. Give the device a name, and Click Rename Device.
9. Command Line Interface The iBoot-G2+ Command Line Interface (CLI) provides a text based method for communicating with the iBoot. The syntax of the CLI uses a basic Set (change a variable) and Get (retrieve a variable). The CLI is accessed either through the Telnet protocol, which requires a Telnet client program, or via USB which requires a serial communications program like Hyperterminal. Dataprobe also provides a simple terminal program (EZ Term) at http://dataprobe.com/support/iboot.html. 9.1.
V140506E Device Commands Set commands are available to the administrator only set location <20 char. max> get location This command is used to set the iBoot-G2’s location ID.
Expansion Commands These commands are only available to the administrator. get expansion This command displays the current settings of the expansion ports. The response to this command is determined by the expansion mode setting. If iBoot-Exp or Power Control modes: Link Exp 1: Exp 2: Yes No If Independent I/O mode: Output Exp1: IP Address: Relay: Exp2: IP Address: Relay: V140506E 192.168.1.202 2 192.168.1.
Network Commands get network All set commands require a reboot before they take effect. These commands are only available to the administrator. This command will return all the network settings as shown below: Mode: IP Addres: Subnet: Gateway: HTTP Port: Linkback URL: Telnet Port: Heartbeat Port: DxP Port: DxP Control: DxP Query: Timeout: V140506E Static 192.168.1.190 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1 80 192.168.1.
V140506E Autoping Commands These commands require a reboot before they will take effect. These commands are available to the administrator only. get autoping This command returns all of the AutoPing settings as shown below. Autoping 1 IP Address: Frequency: Fail Count: Logic: Action: Cycle: Outlet: Wait: A 123.12.123.12 1 1 A And B None 1 Main 2 Autoping 2 IP Address: Frequency: Fail Count: Action: Cycle: Outlet: Wait: 0.0.0.
Heartbeat Commands These commands are only available to the administrator. get heartbeat This command displays the heartbeat settings Source: Frequency: Fail Count: Action: Outlet: V140506E None 10 3 None Main Status OK Trigger Count 0 set heartbeat source This command sets the source for the heartbeat. Either USB or Network None set heartbeat port <1-65535> This command sets the port for the heartbeat protocol.
Event Commands get events These commands are only available to the administrator. This command displays all scheduled events as shown below. Example: Date Time Repeat 1. 12/17/2012 16:30 every 0 2. 12/18/2012 04:00 every 1 3. 12/17/2012 14:45 every 0 4. every 0 5. every 0 6. every 0 7. every 0 8.
V140506E Prompts The CLI will use the following prompts: User > This prompts the user to enter his user name (user or admin). Password > This prompts the user to enter his password. iBoot > This is the prompt that will be displayed after the user has successfully logged in. iBoot Reboot Required > This is the prompt that will be displayed whenever there have been changes made that require a reboot. This prompt will remain the active prompt until the iBoot-G2+ has been rebooted.
10. DxP Protocol iBoot-G2+ supports the Dataprobe Exchange Protocol (DxP) for inter device communications and to allow software developers to integrate Dataprobe product into custom applications.
12. Troubleshooting The iBoot-G2+ has a recessed pushbutton switch in the event the unit is not performing as expected. Use the pushbutton as follows: Action Momentary 5 Seconds push Hold in while and Power up the iBoot V140506E Result Soft Reset. Will not change outlet status. Reset to Factory Defaults. Hold the button in until the Outlet LED is blinking, then release. Recovery Mode. Allows upload of new firmware to the current IP Address. Will recover to the Factory default IP Address 192.168.1.
13. Specifications 13.1. Physical Height 2.0” 60mm Weight 8.6 oz 244g Width 3.2” 82mm MTBF 320,000 hours Depth 4.2” 107mm Temperature 0 – 50 degrees C 13.2. AC Input Input Cord IEC 320 C14 16AWGX3C 10A 250 UL/CSA/VDE Rated (1.25mm2X3C) Voltage Range Switched Receptacle Capacity Auto Sensing 105-240 VAC IEC 320 C13 12 A Max at 105-125 VAC, 10 A Max at 210-240 VAC 13.3.
14. Technical Support and Warranty Dataprobe Technical Support is available 8:30AM to 5:30PM ET to assist you in the installation and operation of this product. To obtain Technical Support call 201- 934-5111, or Email us at tech@dataprobe.com.
