User`s guide

4.2. Communicating with the NPS❍
4.3. NPS Command/Menu Conventions❍
4.4. Defining General Parameters❍
4.5. Plug Parameters❍
4.6. Network Parameters
4.6.1. Implementing IP Security■
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5. Operation
5.1. Access the NPS Command Mode❍
5.2. Displaying Plug Status❍
5.3. Boot/On/Off Commands
5.3.1. Applying Commands to Several Plugs■
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5.4. The Default Command❍
5.5. Other Commands
5.5.1. Login as Different User■
5.5.2. Reset Network Port■
5.5.3. Exit / Disconnect■
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5.6. Operating Tips❍
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A. Interface Descriptions
A.1. Console Port Interface❍
A.2. Modem Port Interface❍
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B. Specifications●
C. Customer Service●
1. Introduction
Network equipment sometimes "locks-up", requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot.
The NPS Network Power Switch gives network administrators the ability to perform this function from anywhere on the
LAN/WAN, or if the network is down, to simply dial-in from a modem for out-of-band power control.
Intelligent Power Control
The NPS can communicate over any TCP/IP network using generic Telnet, or out-of-band using an external modem and
terminal emulation. Each outlet can be assigned an individual password, device name, reboot delay time and unique
power-up default status.
Security and Co-Location Features
Address specific IP security masks prevent unauthorized network access to the NPS command mode. The NPS provides
two password security levels; System level and User level. The System password allows access to all configuration and
command functions. The User password allows access only to assigned plugs. User level security features are ideal for
co-location applications, where multiple users may be allowed plug-specific access to the NPS unit.
NPS Series Network Power Switch -- User's Guide
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