User`s guide

reset the unit to default parameters, proceed as follows:
Access the NPS Command Mode (see Section 4.2 or Section 5.1).1.
At the NPS> command prompt, type /G and press [Enter]. The General Parameters menu will appear.2.
From the General Parameters menu, type A and press [Enter]. If command confirmation is enabled, the unit will
display a prompt. Type Y and press [Enter] to proceed with the reset procedure. After a brief pause, parameters
will be reset to default values.
3.
Note:
If the Default Parameters function is invoked via the Network Port, the IP Address will not be reset. If this
function is invoked via the Console Port or Modem Port, the IP Address will be reset.
3.7.2. Default Button (Local)
Typically, this method is used when devices have not been connected to the NPS unit, and you have immediate access to
the installation site.
Note:
This method will temporarily switch all plugs Off.
Set the Master Power Switch to the OFF position. Press and hold the Default Button, located on the instrument back panel.
Place the Master Power switch in the ON position. Wait about 5 seconds, and then release the Default Button.
4. Start-Up / Configuration
4.1. System Mode and User Mode
In order to restrict access to sensitive command functions, the NPS features two separate operating modes; System Mode
and User Mode.
System Mode allows access to all configuration menus, command functions and status screens. When System Mode is
active, Boot/On/Off commands can be directed to any of the eight switched outlets. The System Status Screen shows
On/Off conditions and user passwords for all eight switched outlets, and lists system parameters including network
configuration and modem setup. In addition, System Mode also allows access to all system configuration functions.
User Mode allows limited access to command functions and status screens; users are not allowed to access configuration
menus. When User Mode is active, Boot/On/Off commands can only be directed to the specific outlets that are "owned" by
that individual user. Outlets owned by other users cannot be switched. The User Status Screen only shows conditions at the
outlets owned by the user; system parameters are not displayed.
When properly configured, the NPS will display a password prompt when the unit is contacted via the Console Port,
Modem Port or Network Port. The password entered at this prompt determines whether the unit will start-up in System
Mode or User Mode. If the System Password (defined via the General Parameters menu) is entered, the System Mode will
be active. If the User Password (defined via the Plug Configuration Menus) is entered, the User Mode will be active.
NPS Series Network Power Switch -- User's Guide
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