Avocent SPC1600 - Operation manual

Installer/User Guide
SPC800/1600

INSTRUCTIONS
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maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
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dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
PROTECTIVE GROUNDING TERMINAL
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prior to making any other connections to the equipment.

SPC800/1600
Installer/User Guide
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are trademarks of Avocent Corporation. All other marks are the
property of their respective owners.
© 2002 Avocent Corporation. All rights reserved.

USA Notification
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Canadian Notification
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement
sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
Japanese Notification
Compliance
Units have been safety tested/certied to the following standards: USA and
Canada to UL 60950 3rd Ed. and CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950-00, European Union
to EN60950.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2: Installation
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Component Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the SPC to the CPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the SPC to the Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting Devices to the SPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 3: Operations
Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Port Naming and Grouping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Usernames and Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Command Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operations Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Administration Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the Control Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Ending a Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Appendices
Appendix A: Resetting to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . 41
Appendix B: Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Appendix C: Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Contents
1
Product Overview
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Chapter 1: Product Overview
Features and Benefits
The Avocent SPC offers secure AC power management for 8 (SPC800) or 16
(SPC1600) attached devices. Used in conjunction with the Avocent CPS network
appliance, the SPC can remotely control the power on/off status for each device
attached to the SPC. Additionally, the SPC provides measurement and reporting
of the total combined load of all devices for more accurate load management.
Wake-up power sequencing
When the SPC is powered up, each of the power receptacles, or ports, is
powered sequentially with a two-second delay between each port. This power
sequencing staggers the individual loads, eliminating the potential of a blown
fuse or circuit breaker.
Cumulative load measurement
The SPC’s load measurement feature eliminates guesswork by supplying
the cumulative operating load in amperes. This measurement allows on-site
technicians to install and operate as much equipment as possible on a circuit
without worry. Circuit use is maximized, while effectively leaving a 10% to
20% safety margin. Remote users may also access this information at any time
over an IP connection from the SPC’s command line or control screen.
Port grouping
For simultaneous operations across multiple attached devices, SPC ports may
be combined in named groups. Operations may then be issued to all ports in
the named group with one easy command sequence.
Easy installation
The SPC ships with mounting brackets for easy installation on your rack. Its
vertical orientation makes it convenient to access, without taking up valuable
U-space in the rack.
User interfaces and LEDs
The SPC features two types of user interfaces: the command line and the
control screen. For easier port recognition, both individual ports and port
groups may be assigned descriptive names for use in control commands. For
the local technician, LED displays on the SPC indicate individual port power
status and the cumulative power load.
Administrative security and control
The SPC ships with three predefined usernames, including an administrator. The
administrator may create up to 57 additional usernames, each with port and
command access rights. SPC access is further secured through password protection.

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For configurations that require multiple fully-privileged users, administrative
privileges may be granted to other users in the system.
Automatic time-out
When an SPC user ends a session, configuration changes made during the
session are saved. For added system security, a user session will be terminated
automatically after five minutes of inactivity, without saving any configuration
changes made during the session. If a user is called away unexpectedly, an
unprotected channel will not remain open indefinitely.
Configuration reset capability
The SPC may be reset to the factory default configuration through an
administrative level command. If the administrator password is lost or
unavailable, the unit may be reset manually by pressing a reset button on the
SPC unit.
Safety Precautions
This section contains important safety and regulatory compliance information that
should be reviewed before installing and using the SPC. For input and output
current ratings, see Appendix B.
• This equipment is only for installation and use in a Restricted Access
Location with the following installation and use instructions.
• This equipment is designed to be installed on a dedicated circuit.
• The dedicated circuit must have circuit breaker or fuse protection. SPC
units have been designed without a master circuit breaker or fuse to avoid
becoming a single point of failure. It is the customer’s responsibility to
provide adequate protection for the dedicated power circuit. Protection
should not exceed 120% of the Total Output Rating of the SPC units (see
Appendix B) and must meet all applicable local, state and federal codes
and regulations.
• The plug on the power supply cord shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.
• Installation Orientation: SPC units are designed to be installed in a
vertical orientation.
• Always disconnect the power supply cord before opening to avoid
electrical shock.

Chapter 1: Product Overview 5
WARNING: High leakage current! Earth connection is essential before connecting supply!
WARNING: 208-240/230V models only - Outlets are not fused. Outlet circuit protection
is provided by the building installation, which shall not exceed 20A branch circuit protection.
Informations de Securite Importantes
Seulement pour l’installation et l’utilisation dans une Zone Interdite
conformément aux installations et l’utilisation des indications suivants.
Cet équipement est conçu à être installé sur un circuit spêcialisé.
Le circuit spêcialisé doit avoir un disjoncteur ou une protection de fusible. Des
SPC ont êté conçus sans disjoncteur général ni fusible pour éviter que cela
devient un seul endroit de panne. C’est la responsabilité du client de fournir
une protection adéquate pour le circuit-alimentation spécialisé. La protection
ne doit pas dépasser 120% l’Indice du Total de Sortie de la SPC et doit être
conforme à toutes les régulations locales, d’état et fêdêral applicables.
La prise sur le cordon d’alimentation sera installée prês de l’équipement et
sera facilement disponible.
Installation Orientation: Les unités SPC sont conçues pour être installées dans
une orientation verticale.
Toujours déconnecter le cordon d’alimentation avant d’ouvrir pour éviter un
choque électrique.
ATTENTION: Haut fuite três possible! Une connection de masse est essentielle avant de
connecter l’alimentation!
ATTENTION: les modeles 208-240/230V seulement - Les prises n’ont pas de
fusible incorporé. Une protection de la prise du curcuit est fournie par l’installation du bâtiment,
qui ne devrait pas dépasser 20A protection d’une branche de cuircuit.
Wichtige Sicherheits Information
Sollte nur in einem gesicherten Raum installiert un benutzt werden unter
Beachtung der folgenden Gebrauchsanweisung.
Dieses Gerät muss einen eigenen Stromkreis habe.

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Der Stromkreis muss durch einen Stromkreisunterbrecher oder eine
Sicherung gesic sein. The SPC sind ohne Hauptsromkreisunterbrecher oder
Sicherung ausgerüstet um Fehlerquellen auszuschliessen. De Kunde ist für die
Sicherheit des eigenen Stromkrei verantwortlich Der Schutz sollte nicht 120%
des tot outputs des The SPC überst und muss im Einklang mit allen örtlichen,
staatliche und öffentlichen Bestimmungen sein.
Der Stecker muss neben dem Gerät installiert werd und sollte leicht
zugänglich sein.
Anschlussanweisung: SPC Einheiten sind vert zu installieren.
Um elektrische Schläge vor dem Öffnen zu verme Strom ausstellen.
WARNUNG! Hochspannung! Gerät muss geerdet werden vor dem Anschliessen.
Warnung nur für folgende Modelle 208-240/230V D Stromausgänge sind nicht
gesichert. Die Sicherung Stromkreises wird bei der Installation geliefert. Die Sicherung sollte
aber nicht 20A übersteigen.

Contents
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Component Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the SPC to the CPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the SPC to the Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting Devices to the SPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Chapter 2: Installation
Getting Started
Before installing your SPC, refer to the following lists to ensure that you have
all the items that shipped with the SPC as well as all other items necessary
for proper installation.
Supplied with the SPC
Your SPC package contains the following items:
• SPC unit
• Separate power cord - 230V units only
• RJ-45 cable
• Mounting bracket hardware: two mounting brackets and four sets of
screws, washers and nuts
• RJ-45-to-DB9F-DCE serial port adaptor (used by service personnel)
• 8 (SPC800) or 16 (SPC1600) port retention clips
• SPC Installer/User Guide
Items needed for installation
• Phillips screwdriver
• Screws, washers and nuts to attach the SPC to your rack
Component Overview
Figure 2.1 shows portions of a 115V SPC.
The RJ-45 serial port is used for the cable connection to your CPS.
The Input Current digital LED indicates the total cumulative load in amperes (A)
of all the devices attached to the SPC ports. The LED readout increases in 0.5A
increments up to 9.5A. Above 10A, the LED increases in 1.0A increments. All
SPC models indicate an overload by displaying oL at 30.5A, which is the
maximum rating of the SPC unit without considering the capacity of the cord set.
The SPC800 has 8 power output connectors, which are called ports. The
SPC1600 has 16 ports. Each port supplies power to an attached device, and can
be individually turned on and off. See the port specifications in Appendix B for
more information.
An LED, located above the upper left corner of each port, will illuminate when
that port is powered.

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Figure 2.1: SPC Views
A letter/number combination is printed above each SPC port. Beginning at the
top, the ports are labeled A1 through A4, B1 through B4, C1 through C4 and D1
through D4. These names may be used in commands that require a port name.
See Port Naming in Chapter 3 for more information.
The power input cord at the base of the SPC connects the SPC to the electrical
power source. See power cord and plug specifications in Appendix B for
more information.
A1
Input
Current
A2
A3
A4
A1
Input
Current
A2
A3
A4
RJ-45 Serial Port
Input Current LED
Port LED
Ports
AC Power Cord

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Rack Mounting
The SPC rack mounting hardware consists of two mounting brackets and four
sets of screws, washers and nuts. Attach the mounting brackets to the top and
bottom of the SPC using the supplied hardware. Then, attach the SPC to your
rack, using your screws, washers and nuts.
To rack mount the SPC:
1. Attach one mounting bracket to the top ange of the SPC with one set of
screws and washers through each of the slots in the bracket, as shown in
Figure 2.2. Secure each screw with a nut. The slots allow about 1/2 inch
of vertical adaptability.
Figure 2.2: Rack Mounting Bracket
2. Repeat with the other mounting bracket on the bottom ange of the SPC.
3. Attach the top and bottom brackets to your rack, using the round holes in
each bracket. The round holes may not align with the mounting holes in
your rack. In this case, you may use only one screw and washer set per
bracket to secure the SPC to your rack, as long as both top and bottom
brackets are attached to the rack.
A1
Input
Current

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Connecting the SPC to the CPS
Connect either end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the connector on the SPC.
Connect the other end to a CPS port.
Connecting the SPC to the Power Source
On 115V units, the power cord is attached to the base of the SPC unit. On 230V
units, you must attach the power cord to the SPC unit before connecting the
SPC to the power source.
Each port powers up sequentially, with a two-second delay between each port,
eliminating a potential blown primary fuse or circuit breaker.
To attach a 230V power cord to the 230V SPC unit:
1. Plug the female end of the power cord rmly into its connector at the
base of the SPC.
2. Use a screwdriver to tighten the two screws on the retention bracket.
To connect the SPC to the power source:
Plug the male end of the SPC power cord into the AC power source.
Connecting Devices to the SPC
To avoid the possibility of noise due to arcing:
Keep the device’s on/off switch in the off position until after it
is plugged into the SPC port.
- or -
Log in to the SPC and turn the ports off before connecting the devices to the
SPC. After connecting the devices, turn them on using the SPC.
On 115V units, connect devices to the SPC ports. On 230V units, install a
retention clip on each port. Pull the open prongs out slightly and insert them
into holes on the sides of the SPC adjacent to the port. Then insert the device’s
power cord and gently snap the retention clip over the cord.
WARNING: The SPC and all attached devices should be powered down before servicing the
unit. Always disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

Contents
Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Port Naming and Grouping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Usernames and Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Command Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operations Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Administration Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the Control Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Ending a Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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