Asentria SiteBoss 530 User manual

User’s Manual
Installation and Operation Guidelines
SiteBoss™ 530 Remote Site Manager
Version 2.05.740
A
sentria Corporation
1200 North 96th Street
Seattle, Washington,
98103
U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.asentria.com

SiteBoss™ 530 Remote Site Controller
Installation and Operation Guidelines
Manual Rev. A
for Firmware Version 2.05.740 _STD
Release date: November 9, 2009
Changes In This Version of the User Manual
• Added a section about accessing the unit and configuring a network connection using the OmniDiscover
program.
• Removed reference to "Inline Mode“. The S530 does not support Inline Mode data polling.
• Added a Setting Key so modem handshaking can be manually set to one of three settings.
• Added support for EventSensor Reporting.
• Added new options to the Network Settings/VPN Settings menu.
• Added a section about VPN’s including VPN On-Demand.
• Added a Setting Key so multiple event actions can be set for concurrent or chronological delivery.
• Further defined the function of the Button Unlock feature.
• Added support for a Serial Break on a passthrough connection.
• Added a section concerning SNMP security to the Securing a SiteBoss 530 section.
• Added SMS messaging as a Type of Alarm Notice now supported.
• Added a section describing Type2 EventSensors.
Conventions used in this manual
• Commands are printed in this format: COMMANDS (Arial font, caps, bold, black) although commands used
in the unit are not case-sensitive.
• Setting Keys are printed in this format: setting.key (Courier New font, bold, blue) but any key values
displayed are in normal type.
• Red type indicates a safety or security warning.
• Hyperlinks to other sections in the manual are displayed in Arial font, blue, underline.
• Screen shots of menus are all taken from the command line interface. Web interface shots are not displayed
in the manual at this time.
• Some settings can only be changed with a Setting Key (no command line menu or web interface options).
These are noted throughout Setup Menu section of the manual by Setting Key: <name of key> with a
description of the key and allowable values.
© 2009 Asentria Corporation. All rights reserved.
The content of this manual is provided for informational use only, and is subject to change without notice.
Examples, data, and names used in this manual are examples and fictitious unless otherwise noted. No part of
this document may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without permission from Asentria Corporation.
SiteBoss 530, S530, SitePath and EventSensor are trademarks of Asentria Corporation.

Table of Contents
Quick Start......................................................................................................................................1
What's Included...........................................................................................................................................................1
Hardware Needed...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Information Needed ................................................................................................................................................... 1
Connecting...................................................................................................................................................................1
Cables and Power...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Power Requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Accessing the Command Line via a Serial Connection............................................................................................. 3
Accessing the Command Line via the Asentria OmniDiscover program................................................................... 3
Network Setup .............................................................................................................................................................3
via OmniDiscover connection: ................................................................................................................................... 3
via serial connection: ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Testing Network Connectivity .................................................................................................................................... 4
SNMP Trap Setup ........................................................................................................................................................4
Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Testing SNMP Traps.................................................................................................................................................. 4
What is a SiteBoss 530..................................................................................................................5
The Basics....................................................................................................................................................................5
Communication Methods ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Data Storage.............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Remote Access.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Serial Monitoring (Data Events)................................................................................................................................. 6
Event Notification ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Audit Log.................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Integration with SitePath ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Parts Identification......................................................................................................................................................6
Features and Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 6
LEDs, Ports, DIP Switches and Buttons .................................................................................................................... 7
Getting Connected.......................................................................................................................11
Power Up Sequence..................................................................................................................................................11
Default Passwords ....................................................................................................................................................11
The Status Screen.....................................................................................................................................................11
Setup Menu...................................................................................................................................12
Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................12
Option Types..............................................................................................................................................................12
Web Interface.............................................................................................................................................................13
Main Setup Menu.......................................................................................................................................................13
Network Settings...................................................................................................................................................... 14
Serial Settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Modem Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 31
Security Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 33
Alarm/Event Definitions............................................................................................................................................ 38
Action Definitions ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
General Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 49
Event Log Settings................................................................................................................................................... 51
Audit Log Settings.................................................................................................................................................... 52
Features and How To Use Them.................................................................................................53
Upgrading the S530...................................................................................................................................................53
Setting Keys...............................................................................................................................................................54
Securing a SiteBoss 530...........................................................................................................................................55
Telnet/TCP Connections...........................................................................................................................................57
VPNs ...........................................................................................................................................................................58
VPN on-demand (VOD) ........................................................................................................................................... 58
Restricted trust......................................................................................................................................................... 60
VPN Client................................................................................................................................................................ 62
VPN Server .............................................................................................................................................................. 67
Default Router............................................................................................................................................................71

Static Routes..............................................................................................................................................................72
IP Address Restrictions............................................................................................................................................73
IP Routing...................................................................................................................................................................74
SNMP Trap Capture...................................................................................................................................................75
SNMP Informs............................................................................................................................................................76
Configuration............................................................................................................................................................ 76
Passthrough...............................................................................................................................................................77
Call Failure Tracking.................................................................................................................................................79
RADIUS Security........................................................................................................................................................80
Description ............................................................................................................................................................... 80
Overview .................................................................................................................................................................. 80
Benefit...................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Configuration............................................................................................................................................................ 87
Example ................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Data Events................................................................................................................................................................89
Configuring Data Alarm Equations..........................................................................................................................91
Data Alarm Macros....................................................................................................................................................92
Action List..................................................................................................................................................................94
Types of Alarm Notices.............................................................................................................................................96
SNMP Traps ............................................................................................................................................................ 96
Email Alarms............................................................................................................................................................ 97
Asentria Alarms........................................................................................................................................................ 97
SMS Alarms ...........................................................................................................................................................100
Pager Alarms .........................................................................................................................................................100
EventSensor Configuration....................................................................................................................................101
Contact Closure Setup...........................................................................................................................................101
Temperature Sensor Setup....................................................................................................................................102
Humidity Sensor Setup ..........................................................................................................................................103
Analog Voltage / Current Sensor Setup.................................................................................................................104
Relay Output Setup................................................................................................................................................106
EventSensor Reporting...........................................................................................................................................108
Type2 EventSensor™ Setup.....................................................................................................109
Connections.............................................................................................................................................................109
DIP Switch Settings.................................................................................................................................................109
Configuration...........................................................................................................................................................109
Calibration of Temperature and Humidity Sensors .............................................................................................109
Relays as Alarm Action...........................................................................................................................................111
Customizable Command Prompts.........................................................................................................................112
Command Reference.................................................................................................................113
User Interface Commands......................................................................................................................................113
Setup Commands....................................................................................................................................................113
System Commands.................................................................................................................................................114
Usage Commands...................................................................................................................................................115
Expansion Card Insertion Procedures.....................................................................................117
Wireless Modem.........................................................................................................................118
Installation................................................................................................................................................................118
Setup.........................................................................................................................................................................118
Setting Keys...........................................................................................................................................................118
Setup Menu............................................................................................................................................................119
Operation..................................................................................................................................................................119
Status Commands ................................................................................................................................................. 120
Troubleshooting Commands..................................................................................................................................120
ADSL Modem..............................................................................................................................121
Installation................................................................................................................................................................121
Description of ADSL................................................................................................................................................121
Configuration...........................................................................................................................................................121
Activation .................................................................................................................................................................122
DSL Status................................................................................................................................................................124
Connectivity.............................................................................................................................................................124
Deactivation .............................................................................................................................................................124
ADSL specifications................................................................................................................................................124
DSL Routing.............................................................................................................................................................125

Configuration..........................................................................................................................................................125
DSL Routing Example............................................................................................................................................126
DSL Glossary...........................................................................................................................................................126
Battery Module...........................................................................................................................128
Setup.........................................................................................................................................................................128
Operation..................................................................................................................................................................128
Appendices.................................................................................................................................129
User Rights Table....................................................................................................................................................129
Control Characters..................................................................................................................................................130
Internal Modem Guidelines.....................................................................................................................................131
Canadian Department of Communications...........................................................................................................132
Warranty Information..............................................................................................................................................134

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Quick Start
What's Included
This chapter is a brief guide to help get your SiteBoss 530 (S530) up and running quickly.
Hardware Needed
• Asentria SiteBoss 530
• 15VDC power adaptor (Included if AC power option)
• DC power source (if DC power option)
• Computer with DB9 RS-232 Serial port and terminal emulation software
• Ethernet cable
• RJ45 M-M unshielded serial cable and RJ45/DB9 straight thru adapter (Included)
• A PC running any type of SNMP trap management software, if S530 will be sending SNMP traps as event
actions.
Information Needed
• IP address(es) to assign to the S530
• Subnet mask
• Default router IP or gateway router IP address if on a WAN (Optional)
• IP address of a PC running any type of SNMP trap management software, if S530 will be sending SNMP traps as
event actions.
Connecting
Cables and Power
1. Connect the RJ-45 serial cable and DTE adaptor together, and connect to serial port I/O2 of the S530 and
the COM1 of a PC or laptop running any terminal emulator.
2. Connect the attached ground wire securely to an appropriate earth ground (this is essential).
3. Connect an Ethernet cable, if available, into the RJ-45 jack labeled ETH1.
4. Connect the power supply to the unit (see Power Requirements section).
Power Requirements
The S530 is configured with one of two types of power connectors: AC or DC.
If configured for AC, the unit uses a barrel connector for connecting to the 15VDC power adapter shipped with the
unit.
If configured for DC, the unit is configured with a 4-pin Molex connector for use with a DC power source. The unit
is shipped with the cables and instructions for direct connection to a DC power source. The instructions are
shown below, in case they are missing from the box.
Note: This instruction sheet describes connection of the provided –48V wiring harness kit to the source
power supply. This unit should be assembled and installed by a qualified technician who can ensure the power
source is an isolated, SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) circuit. There are two versions of the harness using
different wiring colors as shown below.
Note: Because the S530 is generally considered to be "permanently connected“, safety standards require
that an appropriate disconnect device shall be provided as part of the building installation. The -48VDC input
should be protected by an external 2A Slow Blow Fuse conforming to CSA/UL 248-14, IEC 60127-4/2, at the
power supply or within the building circuitry as appropriate. The input DC power current limiting fuse circuit is
provided for by the end user, and is required for unit operation in compliance with safety agency approvals.
One example of a compliant fuse for the -48V input is a Littelfuse 239P series, 2 amp fuse with a 250 VDC
minimum voltage rating and interrupt rating 10,000 amps at 125 VAC, 0.7 to 0.8 power factor and 100 amps at
125VAC, 0.7-0.8 power factor.

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CONTENTS:
Please inventory the package contents and ensure you have the following items pertaining to the -48VDC Power
Option:
1. A cable harness consisting of 2 red and 2 blue wires connected to a white nylon “Molex” connector.
2. A bare white nylon housing.
3. 5 crimp-on contacts.
-48VDC CONNECTION:
The -48VDC power supply option has 4 input connections.
This gives the user the ability to connect this unit to an auxiliary
-48VDC power source. Note: The dark area on the diagram
represents the latching mechanism on the housing.
DANGER! FIRE HAZARD!
DO NOT LEAVE AN UNCONNECTED WIRE EXPOSED!
DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT UNTIL YOU KNOW THE UNIT POWERS UP
CORRECTLY!
Option A: Connect the supplied harness assembly to your -48VDC voltage source:
1. Ensure the unit is not connected to any peripheral equipment.
NOTE: Peripheral equipment connections may cause a short circuit of your -48V supply if the power
connections are reversed! Do not connect peripheral equipment connections until you know the unit is
operational by observing the front panel Power LED.
2. Strip the ends of the wires.
3. Using wire nuts (not supplied), connect the stripped wires to the power source. The red wires connect to
ground or the most Positive connection on the voltage source. The blue wires connect to -48VDC or the most
Negative connection on the voltage source.
Option B: Use the supplied kit to make a wire harness:
1. You will need a crimping tool that crimps standard Molex type 18-24 AWG Mini-Fit Terminals (Molex Part
Number: 39-00-0060, Engineering Series 5556).
2. Crimp the supplied terminals to your cable connections.
3. Insert the crimped terminals into the supplied white nylon housing. Orient the housing so the latching
mechanism is up and you are looking into the large end of the housing. See diagram above. Insert the 2
Ground or Most Positive leads into the upper and lower compartments on the left side of the connector, e.g.
the same positions as the black wires on the supplied harness assembly. Insert the 2 -48VDC or Most
Negative leads into the upper and lower compartments on the right side of the connector, e.g. the same
positions as the white leads on the supplied harness assembly.
4. Connect the completed assembly into the power input receptacle at the rear of the unit.
-48VDC BLUE
GND RED
-48VDC BLUE
GND RED

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Accessing the Command Line via a Serial Connection
1. Connect to I/O 2 with a serial terminal emulation program at 19200 baud, 8N1.
2. Enter STATUS or ?and press <Enter>. You will be presented with a status screen similar to the following.
SiteBoss 530 2.05.740 STD Serial # : 530000262
Site Name : 530-530000262
Date : TUE 10/20/09 1: 19200,8N1* I/O 1
Time : 16:42:10 2: 19200,8N1 I/O 2
Modem : Yes
Eth 1 : STATIC
IP Add : 0.0.0.0
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:60:04:FB
Eth 2 : STATIC
IP Add : 0.0.0.0
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:60:04:FC
COMPLETE
>
When the status screen appears, the unit is successfully connected and ready for use.
Accessing the Command Line via the Asentria OmniDiscover program
1. From the Asentria website (http://www.asentria.com/docsandsoftware/productManuals.aspx), or the
Documentation and Utilities CD, download the OmniDiscover program. This program will allow you to locate
devices on your network (ie: the S530) with Asentria MAC addresses, and allow you to assign the network
settings directly over the network, thus eliminating the need for the serial port connection as described above.
2. Open the OmniDiscover program. It will immediately display all Asentria devices on the network. Right clicking
on the line for this unit displays three options: Setup, Telnet and Web.
Setup opens another window where the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway (router) can be configured
(see below). Press “OK” and these will be assigned to the unit and displayed in the previous window. (Select
this option to configure the network settings for the first time.)
Telnet opens a connection to the device using your default Telnet client.
Web opens an HTTP connection to the device using your default browser, if the device supports and is
configured to allow a web connection.
3. Once the network settings have been assigned, the S530 command line can be accessed via any Telnet client or
HTTP web connection.
Contact Asentria Technical Support for any questions or assistance with OmniDiscover.
Network Setup
via OmniDiscover connection:
1. See the description of how to use OmniDiscover as described above.
via serial connection:
1. Access the Main Setup Menu by typing SETUP and pressing <Enter>.
2. Select the Network Settings branch.
3. Select A) Ethernet Settings and select the Ethernet interface that corresponds to the one on the back panel that
you plugged your network cable into.
4. Enter an IP address, subnet mask and--if necessary--a router address.
5. Toggle NAT on/off as desired.
6. Press <ESC> to go back one level in the menu tree, or <CTRL + C> to exit the Main Setup Menu and return
to the command prompt.

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Testing Network Connectivity
1. Verify that the network router is available to the unit by typing the command PING <IP_address>.A router is
always a good candidate to test pings on. The following screenshot is an example of a successful ping test.
ping 192.168.100.59
PING 192.168.100.59 (192.168.100.59): 56 data bytes
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=0 ttl=128 time=8.0 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=1 ttl=128 time=0.7 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=2 ttl=128 time=1.8 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=3 ttl=128 time=0.8 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=4 ttl=128 time=0.7 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.59: icmp_seq=5 ttl=128 time=0.7 ms
--- 192.168.100.59 ping statistics ---
6 packets transmitted, 6 packets received, 0% packet loss
round-trip min/avg/max = 0.7/1.7/8.0 ms
2. Press <CTRL + C> to stop the ping testing. If <CTRL + C> is not pressed, the unit will continue pinging
attempts indefinitely.
3. If there is an error message or no response from the router, first check the network settings and connection,
then consult your System Administrator or Asentria Technical Support.
4. Using a Telnet client, connect to the IP address assigned to the unit.
SNMP Trap Setup
If you will be using your S530 to send SNMP traps, this section will help you ensure it is set up correctly.
Setup
1. Configure the network settings as described in the previous section.
2. Select the Network Settings then SNMP Settings sub-menu.
3. Verify the SNMP Community name is correct for your network.
4. Switch to the Actions Definitions menu and enter the host name or IP address of the computer to receive the
traps into the field, “Hostname/IP Address 1”.
5. Press <CTRL + C> to exit the Setup menu and return to the command prompt.
6. On the computer that will be receiving the SNMP traps, start your preferred SNMP trap manager.
Testing SNMP Traps
1. Using a Telnet client, connect to the IP address assigned to the unit.
2. Enter the command DOTRAP from the S530 command prompt.
3. Verify that the trap manager receives the test trap.
4. If there is an error message or no response from the router, first check the network settings and connection,
then consult your System Administrator or Asentria Technical Support.

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What is a SiteBoss 530
The Basics
Fig 1: SiteBoss 530 (S530-2 on top, S530-6 on bottom)
The SiteBoss 530 is a versatile mid-range system used for monitoring and control of remote equipment sites. The
S530 provides remote monitoring of serial devices, equipment I/O, and environmental conditions at these remote
sites and forwards notification when conditions fall outside limits. On-board I/O provides serial, Ethernet, and
dialup connectivity. The S530-2 (11-inch) and S530-6 (17-inch) models provide two or six expansion slots
respectively to allow addition of various communications and monitoring interfaces (Expansion Cards).
Communication Methods
The S530 has a diverse selection of communication methods available for different applications. The following
methods can be used to either access the command processor or provide a passthrough connection to devices
attached to the serial ports. All methods of connecting to the unit can be secured via password for protection of
data and hardware.
• RS-232 serial
• Telnet
• Standard modem serial
• Security callback modem serial
Data may be retrieved from or through the S530 by any of the following methods:
• Serial or modem connection to command processor (using Line or Zmodem) or passthrough
• Telnet to command processor or passthrough
• Telnet real-time sockets
• FTP push (automatic delivery to FTP server)
• FTP get (manual retrieval from FTP server)
Alarms generated or detected within the S530 can be delivered through any of the following means:
●Modem callout ●Dialup pager ●Relays (if configured with optional relay Expansion Card)
●SNMP trap ●SMS Messages
●Email ●Asentria Alarms
Data Storage
Basic data storage in the S530 is accomplished in a database of four files – FILE1, FILE2, EVENTS, and AUDIT.
FILE1 and FILE2 are typically associated with Serial Port I/O 1 and Serial Port I/O 2 respectively, although either
serial port can store to either FILE1 and FILE2, or both. EVENTS and AUDIT are log files generated from the
Event Log Settings and Audit Log Settings menus per the parameters set there. The number of records stored in
each these four files can be displayed using the DIR command on any connection to the command processor,
including FTP.

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Remote Access
The S530 can provide an administrator transparent access to devices connected to the serial ports of the unit via
passthrough connections or through the login menu in the web interface, Telnet, and modem connections. This
sort of access can be used to configure, maintain, or manipulate devices that would normally have no remote
access.
Serial Monitoring (Data Events)
The S530 can be used to monitor incoming data for user-defined strings and then report the event via several
avenues. The S530 allows for up to 1000 different data events. Each data event contains independent actions,
counters, and other unique settings. Data events triggered within the S530 can be logged to an Event Log. This
file can be viewed through the Event Log section of the setup menu, via the TYPE EVENTS command, FTP, or
the web interface.
Event Notification
Actions generated or detected within the S530 can be delivered through any of the following means:
●Modem callout ●Dialup pager ●Relays (if configured with optional relay Expansion Card)
●SNMP trap ●SMS Messages
●Email ●Asentria Alarms
Audit Log
The S530 has the capability to log many types of administrative events, from serial port handshaking alarms to
login attempts. These Audit Log entries are stored in a file and can be viewed through the Audit Log section of
the Setup menu, via the TYPE AUDIT command, FTP, or the web interface.
Integration with SitePath
Using the S530 in conjunction with Asentria’s SitePath Remote Management System, you can create secure and
controlled IP access to remote servers and appliances co-located on the same remote network as the S530.
SitePath uses an integrated SSL or IPSEC VPN implementation which simplifies otherwise complex VPN setup
down to a few easy steps, allowing users to access remote devices via the SitePath VPN Gateway. The S530
plus SitePath provide IP routing to authorized remote network addresses, and prevents unauthorized access to
any other addresses on the remote LAN.
Parts Identification
Features and Accessories
Standard Equipment
The base S530 comes with the following standard on-board equipment:
• AC or DC Power Input
• 32MB logging database for CDR or other text records
• 2 – RJ45 DTE serial I/O ports
• 1 – 9 pin Mini DIN SensorJack port for connection of Type2 EventSensors
• 2 – 10/100Mb Ethernet interfaces
• 1 – MMC memory I/O slot
• 2 or 6 – Expansion Card slots
• Internal lithium coin-cell type battery backup*/**
* Battery backup preserves clock operation when power is not present. Data records and settings are stored in non-
volatile memory and therefore do not require battery backup.
** CAUTION: THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. The instructions are that
lithium batteries can be recycled, and you should contact a recycling organization in your area for details.
In addition to the above components, the standard unit is shipped the following accessories:
• This product manual on the Documentation and Software CD
• RJ45 M-M unshielded serial cable and RJ45/DB9 straight thru adapter for each serial port ordered
• RJ45 Ethernet cable for each Ethernet port
• Power supply adapter (for AC units), or wiring harness and Molex plug (for DC units)

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Options
Each of the following components is optional and may be installed on a S530:
• Additional RJ45 DTE serial I/O ports in sets of 4 to total 6, 10, 14, 18, 22, or 26 ports
• 64MB logging database for CDR or other text records
• Internal 33.6K baud, or wireless modem
• Run-time battery
The S530 may come with any of the following accessories as well, depending on the configuration or order:
• Modem cable for internal modem
• Antenna for wireless modem Expansion Card
• Serial cables and RJ45/DB9 adapters for 4-port Serial Expansion Cards
LEDs, Ports, DIP Switches and Buttons
Fig 2: Front panel (S530-2)
LEDs – Front Panel
Power
The Power LED is green and has two operational states. During the boot up cycle, it will blink once every second
until the boot sequence is complete. During normal operation, it is steady on with a blink every 5 seconds.
MDM (Modem)
The MDM LED lights solid green whenever the modem is connected and blinks when the modem is dialing out.
ETH (Ethernet)
The Link LED lights solid green whenever an active Telnet or FTP connection is made to the unit.
ALM (Alarm)
This LED is reserved for future use.
25% - 75% - 100%
The S530 has three LEDs to indicate file full status. A blinking percentage full LED indicates the database has
less than the amount indicated by that LED, but more than the previous. A solid lit LED indicates the database
percentage is at or over the value for that LED.
Expansion Card n
Each optional Expansion Card has eight LEDs associated with it that may or may not be used.
LEDs – Back Panel
Each RJ45 port on the back panel has two LEDs associated with it – one on the Right of the port, one on the Left.
Ethernet Ports (ETH1 and ETH2)
●Right – Lights solid red when an Ethernet cable is connected to the port and an active Ethernet
network. The LED is off when the cable is disconnected from the network, or the Ethernet Port.
●Left – Flashes yellow/green when network data (TCP packets) is being transmitted or received across
the port. When no data is actually being transmitted/received, this LED is off.

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I/O Port 1 & 2 (and any additional 4-I/O Port cards that may be installed)
●Right – Lights solid green when a correctly configured cable from another device is connected to it.
Otherwise this LED remains off. As the I/O Port receives or transmits data, this LED will flash red.
●Left – Lights solid green when power is applied to the S530, regardless of whether a cable is
connected to the I/O Port or not.
Fig 3: Back panel S530-2 (11”- wide model) with SensorJack port
Fig 4: Back panel S530-6 (17”- wide model) without SensorJack port
The above drawings show both the 2-port model of the S530 which has the new 9-pin Mini DIN SensorJack port
for connecting Asentria Type2 EventSensors, and the 6-port model which does not have the Sensor Jack port.
You may be using either size of the S530 with or without the SensorJack port. EventSensors connect to S530’s
without the SensorJack port via Serial Port 1 set to ESBus Mode. Configuration of the EventSensors is identical
regardless of connector.
These drawings show the S530 configured (from right to left) with a bay for the optional run-time battery or –
48VDC power card, AC power jack, SensorJack port (on the S530-2 for illustration), bank of 8 DIP switches, MMC
memory I/O card slot, two RJ45 Ethernet ports, two RJ45 RS232 serial ports, Reset button, one RJ11 POTS
modem port, and either two or six "slots“ or expansion bays for optional Expansion Cards that expand the
functionality of the unit with wireless modem, ADSL card, and a variety of sensor and relay I/O.
Ports
Memory I/O
The slot labeled Memory I/O can be used for the optional external Temperature Sensor, which is a small MMC
card. Eventually S530’s may also be upgraded using a MultiMedia Card (MMC) in this slot.
Sensor
The SensorJack port is a 9-pin Mini DIN connector for use with Type2 EventSensors.
Ethernet
The Ethernet 10/100Mb interfaces are standard RJ45. Either of these standard connectors will connect the S530
to an Ethernet hub or switch. Refer to the Telnet/TCP Connections section in the Features chapter for further
information regarding a number of different types of Telnet connection options. LEDs by each Ethernet
connection on the back panel flicker when packets are being transmitted/received on that port.
Serial Ports
Each of the two (or more) serial ports is configured as a DTE port using an RJ-45 connector. This is the standard
recommended pinout for EIA/TIA-561 for 8 pin RJ45 connector:
PIN1 =RI =RING INDICATOR, INPUT to the S530
PIN2 =DCD =CARRIER DETECT, INPUT to the S530
PIN3 =DTR =DATA TERMINAL READY, OUTPUT from the S530
PIN4 =SIGNAL GROUND
PIN5 =RXD =RECEIVED DATA, INPUT to the S530

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PIN6 =TXD =TRANSMITTED DATA, OUTPUT from the S530
PIN7 =CTS =CLEAR TO SEND, INPUT to the S530
PIN8 =RTS =REQUEST TO SEND, OUTPUT from the S530
The DB9 female cable end which mates with the serial port connectors of connected devices will often have a pair
of screw-down cable screws. These cable screws should be used to assure a solid connection of the cable with
the device.
Default settings for the serial ports are 19200-baud, 8-bit word length, no parity, and one stop bit (19200, 8N1).
Use the internal setup menu to adjust these settings.
Internal Modem
If a dialup POTS modem is installed, an RJ-11 (typical U.S. phone) connector is used. A POTS (analog) dialup
phone line is inserted into this connector. The modem installed within this unit is FCC certified. For further
information, consult the Internal Modem Guidelines appendix or the serial number label on the bottom of the
S530.
* Expansion Card Slots
The S530 features two or six Expansion Card slots in which optional Expansion Cards can be installed to expand
the capabilities of the S530. Contact Asentria Sales ([email protected]) for more information on Expansion
Cards.
DIP Switches
The bank of 8 DIP switches on the back panel of the S530 are used to control the baud and parity settings of I/O
2, to set the operational mode for I/O 2, and to put the unit into “boot load mode” where it can be forced to load a
new application (firmware image). The following table shows how to set the various DIP switches to obtain
certain settings:
I/O 2 Baud SW1 SW2
2400 OFF OFF
9600 ON OFF
19200 OFF ON
115200 ON ON
I/O 2 Word, Parity SW3
8N1 OFF
7E1 ON
I/O 2 Mode SW4
Command Mode OFF
Data Mode ON
Boot Load Mode SW8 SW1 thru SW7
No Forced App Reload (Default) OFF X (don’t care)
Forced Application Reload ON ON
Note: Boot Load Mode can only be set by flipping ALL DIP switches to the ON or UP position. This is not a
setting that can be configured via internal menu settings, or Setting Keys.
Note: For settings that can be set either via DIP switch, internal menu settings, or Setting Keys, the S530
always pays attention to the last setting, regardless of how it was done. So if the internal setting for I/O 2 Port
Mode is Command, and someone flips SW4 to the ON or UP position, the Mode is immediately set to Data.

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Buttons
The only button on the S530 is the Reset button located on the back panel to the left of serial port I/O 2.
The Reset button can be used for two different functions:
1) To reset the S530 – press the Reset button for approximately 1 second and S530 will be begin the reboot
process as described in the Power Up Sequence section on the next page.
2) To activate the Button Unlock feature which resets the username and password back to default.

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Getting Connected
Power Up Sequence
On startup, the S530 goes through the following boot sequence in approximately 55 seconds:
1) The power LED flashes once each second for 30 seconds.
2) The LEDs for Expansion Card 1 go through a 15 second flashing sequence.
3) All LED’s then go off for approximately 5 seconds.
4) Power, Modem (if installed) and Ethernet LEDs light for 5 seconds, then Modem and Ethernet go off.
5) Power LED will blink once every 5 seconds as a "heartbeat" while the S530 is powered on.
Default Passwords
The S530 uses a very flexible system for managing users, passwords, and access rights. By default, the User1
profile is the only one with a preconfigured username and password (admin/password). For security reasons it is
highly recommended that you change the password, and record all configured passwords in a secure location.
The Status Screen
The S530 status screen is this unit's one-stop informational source. Most of the information that a user would
need to know about the unit is displayed here. This section outlines this data and highlights why it is useful.
SiteBoss 530 2.05.740 STD Serial # : 530000262
Site Name : 530-530000262
Date : TUE 10/20/09 1: 19200,8N1* I/O 1
Time : 16:42:10 2: 19200,8N1 I/O 2
Modem : Yes
Eth 1 : STATIC
IP Add : 0.0.0.0
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:60:04:FB
Eth 2 : STATIC
IP Add : 0.0.0.0
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:60:04:FC
COMPLETE
>
SiteBoss 530 indicates that this product is the S530, followed by 2.05.740, the currently loaded firmware version.
Site Name is the identifier assigned to each S530 by the end user in the General Settings menu.
Date and Time display the current date and time.
Modem indicates whether the optional internal modem is installed.
Eth 1 and Eth 2 displays STATIC or DHCP depending on which mode each of the two Ethernet interfaces is
configured for.
IP Add and MAC Add immediately following Eth 1 and Eth 2 are the network IP address assigned to each
Ethernet card, and that cards MAC address. The MAC address of both Ethernet cards can also be found on the
unit’s serial number label.
Serial Number is the factory-assigned, unique serial number for this S530.
n: 19200,8N1 I/O nis a listing of all installed serial ports in order, displaying the current baud rate and parity
setting (19200, 8N1) followed by the target name of the port (I/O n is default). This target name is used in event
notifications and can be configured in the Serial Settings menu for each port. An asterisk following the baud rate
and parity indicates that there is data stored in the file associated with that port.

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Setup Menu
Overview
This section displays screen shots and descriptions taken from the command prompt menu system. However,
the menu structure and options are the same as the web interface.
The Setup menu contains all of the configuration options available on the S530. It is organized in a logical tree
structure with all settings classified under the following groups:
SiteBoss 530 - Main Setup Menu
A) Network Settings
B) Serial Settings
C) Modem Settings
D) Security Settings
E) Alarm/Event Definitions
F) Action Definitions
G) General Settings
H) Event Log Settings
I) Audit Log Settings
Enter your Selection:
Each section in this chapter will go over one of the above setup branches, outlining the options within.
Press either <ESC> or <Enter> to go back one level in the menu tree, or <CTRL + C> to exit any setup menu and
return to the command prompt.
Since this product allows for multiple simultaneous command processors, two administrators could conceivably
change the same option at the same time, but due to the multitasking nature of the S530, the changes are
processed in the order received.
The S530 processes setup changes in real time. In other words, the unit begins to implement changes to its
configuration as soon as they are entered. There is no need to exit the setup menu or reboot the unit to apply
changes. The exception to this rule is IP-specific network settings. Changes to these settings are implemented
only after all open Telnet command processors are closed.
Option Types
String entry
There are several different types of inputs employed within the Setup menu. The most common is the string type
entry:
A) Site Name [Test Site]
When selected, this setting will provide a prompt requesting a new value. You may press < Enter > or <ESC> to
abort the option entry or press <SPACE> and < Enter > to delete the current value and leave it blank. Some
numerical or required settings will not allow an you to leave an option blank, so pay attention to the unit's
response when attempting to delete a setting's value.
Toggle
The second most common option type is the toggle type option:
A) Enable Web Interface [OFF]
When selected, this option will not prompt for a new value. It will simply cycle to the next available option in its
list. This switch type is typically used for options with two or three choices. Most often it is in an ON/OFF form,
but could be a series of options such as "NONE", "1", and "2".

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Alarm actions (action list)
Alarm actions have their own unique method of entry. Refer to the Action List section in the Features chapter for
more information.
Option list
The option list type is similar to the toggle type in that it has a list of options to choose from:
SiteBoss 530 - Serial Port 2 Baud Rate
A) 300
B) 600
C) 1200
D) 2400
E) 4800
F) 9600
G) 19200
H) 38400
I) 57600
J) 115200
After selecting an option, you are immediately returned to the previous menu. The new value will be displayed to
the right of the setting name, letter, or number.
Web Interface
The S530 has a built-in HTTP web server that can be used to configure the unit from anywhere the unit can be
accessed on the network or Internet. Once you have enabled it through the network section of the setup menu,
simply connect to http://<IP address of S530> or https://<IP address of S530> to use Secure Sockets Layer
(SSL). See Web Interface Settings menu for further description.
Upon connection, you will be greeted by a login screen. Log in with your Login ID (Username) and Password.
These are the same credentials you would use to log into the command prompt. Once logged in, the General
Status screen will be displayed, with a menu bar across the top of the page that displays the same menu options
as the command prompt menu system. From here, you can alter any setting in the same way you could via the
prompt.
Main Setup Menu
SiteBoss 530 - Main Setup Menu
A) Network Settings
B) Serial Settings
C) Modem Settings
D) Security Settings
E) Alarm/Event Definitions
F) Action Definitions
G) General Settings
H) Event Log Settings
I) Audit Log Settings
Network Settings contains settings for network communication, SNMP, FTP, PPP, Email, and more.
Serial Settings contains settings pertaining to the function of each serial port.
Modem Settings contains modem init settings and modem-specific security options.
Security Settings contains all user profiles, RADIUS configuration, and general security settings.
Alarm/Event Definitions contains all of the settings that define events within the S530.

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Action Definitions contains configurations for all of the actions possible when events are detected.
General Settings contains the site name, answer string, confirmation prompt, date/time, and other general
settings.
Event Log Settings allows for configuration and displaying of the Events Log.
Audit Log Settings allows for configuration and displaying of the Audit Log.
Network Settings
The Network Settings menu contains all of the options pertaining to network communication.
SiteBoss 530 - Network Settings
A) Ethernet Settings
B) Default Router [192.168.100.2]
C) Name Resolution Settings
D) Telnet Duplex [FULL]
E) Inactivity Timeout [0]
F) Web Interface Settings [ON]
G) EventSensor Reporting Settings
H) SNMP Settings
I) FTP Settings
J) PPP Settings
K) Email Settings
L) Real-Time Socket Settings
M) SNMP Trap Capture Settings
N) IP Address Restrictions
O) Static Route Settings
P) DSL Settings
Q) VPN Settings
R) CPE Settings
Note: Changes to IP Address, Subnet Mask, or Router
Address will not take effect until any open
Telnet command processor sessions are ended.
Ethernet Settings displays the menu where you can configure each of the two Ethernet interfaces.
Default Router displays the configured default router (gateway) for the unit. Refer to the Default Router section
in the Features chapter for more information.
Name Resolution Settings allows you to configure the IP addresses of up to two Domain Name Servers (DNS).
Telnet Duplex controls the echo settings for Telnet. Full duplex causes the unit to echo all characters sent to the
remote device. Half duplex turns off character echo. Default setting is Full.
Inactivity Timeout sets the number of minutes (0 - 255) before a network connection with no activity will be
terminated. A setting of 0 means an inactive connection will not be terminated. Default setting is 0.
Web Interface Settings displays the Web Interface Settings menu where you can toggle the web interface ON or
OFF, set the session timeout (0 - 65535 minutes), and set the TCP port number for the web connection.
Event Sensor Reporting Settings displays the Event Sensor Reporting menu where the parameters for using
Event Sensors on other Asentria site monitoring hosts can be configured.
SNMP Settings displays the SNMP Settings menu where you can configure version of SNMP, community
names, and other SNMP trap settings.
FTP Settings displays the FTP Settings menu, where you can configure automatic FTP pushes of buffered data.