User manual

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Introduction
The Remote Power Manager (iSwitch) is a network-manageable, intelligent power control unit designed to
provide control of power for up to eight electrical devices.
NOTE: If the iSwitch is turned off by the master power switch, you have to wait approximately thirty seconds
before restarting the iSwitch to allow the iSwitch to internally reset.
iSwitch Features
Internet ready — Individually control each of the eight AC receptacles by using a Web Browser.
Remotely and individually reboot locked up servers.
If the network locks up, you can use the telephone to control the iSwitch to shutdown or to reboot locked
up devices or servers.
Sequentially apply power to the equipment that is plugged into the iSwitch.
Multiple OS support—As long as there is Network Management software present.
Remote setup support— Once an IP address is assigned, the rest can be setup remotely through telnet
commands.
USB port setup—In addition to the regular serial port setup, this adapter also has a USB setup feature for
initial setup of this card. (Requires Windows 98 or higher)
Remote Control—Turns each of the AC receptacles on/off when the NMS sends the proper command.
Remote Firmware upgrade support - The Remote Power Manager supports firmware upgrade through
TFTP server remotely. A serial upgrade method is available too.
iSwitch Package
The standard iSwitch package contains a Remote Power Manager Unit with supporting hardware and software.
The components of your package are:
1. Remote Power Manager Unit
2. Rack mount Brackets
3. AC Power Cord
4. USB Cable
5. DB9 Female-to-Female Serial Cable
6. RJ-11 to RS232 NT Server Cable
7. RJ-11 Cascade Cable (RS485)
8. 3.5“ Diskette (includes USB device driver, USB setup software, and the User’s Manual)
Figure 1- ePowerSwitch Unit