iBoot Web Enabled Remote Power Control Table of Contents Important Safety Information General Description 2 3 Web Browser Operation 5 Setup Page Passwords Page Forgotten Password Auto-Ping Hardware Installation Ethernet Connections A/C Power Connections iBoot Configuration Setting IP Address Using DHCP Using Web Browser Access Using ibootrst.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 2 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.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 3 General Description The iBoot is a network attached, IP addressed, Web Controlled AC power switch. Anyone with a web browser can access iBoot to perform power On, Off or Reboot (timed power shutdown). iBoot is password protected for security. iBoot uses international standard IEC320 Connections and is selectable from 115VAC or 230VAC. iBoot handles circuits up to 12 Amps (10 Amps at 230VAC). Uses for iBoot: ♦ Remote reboot of any device, routers, servers, kiosks, etc.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 4 Auto-Ping The Auto-Ping feature allows iBoot to automatically detect failed equipment and perform a timed reboot or other power control function (like turning on an indicator or siren). You set any IP address to be periodically Ping'ed. When iBoot no longer detects a response from the address, the programmed power control function is actuated. ♦ ♦ Use Auto-Ping Locally: Put iBoot next to the device to be monitored and reboot it automatically when it no longer responds.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 5 Hardware Installation Power Input IEC 320 Male Line Cord Incuded for North America A/C Input Downlink Uplink 115V 10/100 Ethernet Power Input Selector 115/230 VAC Power Output IEC 320 Female 105-125 VAC 12A 210-240 VAC 10A Switched Outlet On Shipped with 18" IEC320M to NEMA 5-15 Receptacle Cable Power Status LED Indicator CAUTION Be sure to check that the unit is set to the correct operating voltage before plugging in the unit or applying AC power.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 6 Ethernet Connections iBoot supports 10/100 Ethernet using unshielded twisted pair (Cat 5) cabling. Uplink and Downlink connections are provided. Use the Uplink jack to connect to an Ethernet hub and the Downlink jack to connect to an additional piece of networking equipment. An LED next to each indicates when the connection to the network is properly established. Networked Device PC Workstation, Router Etc.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 7 1 Select Input Voltage Before Making Any Connections 115V AC Power Connections 115V for 105 to 125VAC 230V for 210 to 240VAC 2 Connect to Power Source Use Included Cord for North America. For other locations, use locally approved power cord.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 8 iBoot can be set for operating voltages of 105-125 VAC or 210240 VAC by setting the voltage selector switch located on the side of the unit to the appropriate position 115 or 230. Make sure the switch is set to the correct position before applying power. Connect the device to be powered ON and OFF to the IEC receptacle marked Switched Outlet. A short IEC 320 to North American (NEMA 5-15) power cord is included for connecting the iBoot outlet to the device to be power controlled.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 9 iBoot Configuration Setting I/P Address Consult your Network Administrator to determine the appropriate IP address. The IP address can be set in any of four ways: 1. 2. 3. 4. Automatically from a DHCP Server Web Browser via the Set-up Page ibootrst.exe Program from Dataprobe ARP / Ping iBoot comes with factory installed IP address 192.168.1.254. and ready to accept a new IP address from a DHCP Server.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 10 3. Setting the IP address using the ibootrst.exe Dataprobe provides an iBoot Reset Program; ibootrst.exe to easily reset the IP address, as well as set the factory defaults in the event the security code is lost. Obtain ibootrst.exe from Dataprobe’s web site. You can either download ibootrst.exe or iboot.exe, which provides an iBoot control program as well. For ibootrst.exe: http://www.dataprobe.com/files/power/ibootrst.exe For iboot.exe: http://www.dataprobe.com/files/power/iboot.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 11 4. Setting the IP address using ARP / Ping To set the IP address using ARP, connect the ethernet connection to your network and apply power to iBoot. Using ARP you use a computer to set the IP address. The IP address assigned to iBoot must be use the same network segment as the computer assigning the address. ARP does not work across routed or switched networks. To set the IP address using ARP, the hardware (MAC) address must be known.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 12 Web Browser Operation Password Protection iBoot uses two passwords, one for normal use and one that also provides access to the setup functions. From the factory, both passwords are the same. (PASS) Open your browser and enter the IP address of iBoot into the address bar. If your have changed the IP address by any of the methods listed above, enter that address, otherwise, use the default IP address 192.168.1.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 13 cycle, click on either Power On or Power Off buttons. iBoot will assume the status selected. Use the Refresh link to obtain the latest status of iBoot. Using your browser's refresh button can lead to inadvertent power switching. If the Auto-Ping Feature is in use then the page will also display the current status, OK or Triggered, with a counter of how many times the Auto-Ping was triggered. If connecting with the Setup Password, a reset button for the counter is provided.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 14 Setup Page The setup page consists of several sections. Each time a setting is changed click on the Apply button for that section to save the changes in iBoot. Device Name: Set a 20 Character name to be displayed on the top of each web page. Cycle Time: 0 to 999 seconds power cycle time. This is the length of time the power will be off during a reboot. You can also cycle power on for this time. IP address: Enter either a new IP address, or address 0.0.0.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 15 Upon Clicking Reboot, a page indicates the new URL for the device. Use this new URL to access iBoot. Ping Address: Enter the IP address of the device to be pinged. Ping Frequency: Enter 1 to 999 seconds. The ping will go out to the selected device this often. Fail Counter: Enter 1-99 times the ping needs to fail before the selected action is taken.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 16 Passwords Page The Change Passwords link on the Setup page allows selection of new passwords Two passwords are provided. The first password allows access to the control of iBoot, but not to the Setup functions. When this password is used, the main screen will not have a link to Setup. The Setup Password allows access to both the Main Screen and the Setup Screen. The default for both Passwords is PASS. Passwords can be up to 10 characters long and is case sensitive.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 17 Program Control ibootctl.exe Dataprobe provides a remote control program to control iBoot directly. This program is useful for creating simple desktop icons for specific power functions for one or more iBoots. It can also be run from a command line and can be called by other programs. (Batch files etc.) For example, ibootctl.exe can be used as the double click action with WhatsUp Gold or other network monitoring programs. Download ibootctl.exe from dataprobe’s web site at http://www.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 18 Specifications Model iBoot A/C Power Control Module Ver 1.5 SKU: 1410010 Physical Height Width Depth Weight 2.25 4.50 6.00 1.25 in. in. in. lb. AC Input: 3 Prong, Male, IEC 320 input connector. Input Cord Spec...16AWGX3C 10A 250 UL/CSA/VDE Rated 2 (1.25mm X3C) Voltage Range: Selectable 115 or 230 VAC Switched Receptacle: 3 Prong Female IEC Capacity: 12 Amps Max @ 115VAC, 10Amps Max at 230VAC Network Dual 10/100 Unshielded Twisted Pair Ethernet Jacks.
iBoot Ver 1.5 Page 19 TECHNICAL SUPPORT, RETURNS 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 our Tech Support Hotline at 201- 967-8788, or Email us at tech@dataprobe.com.
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