Black Box SWI080A-R3 User manual

Control power to remote equipment
through the Web.
Control power to remote equipment
through the Web.
Network Power Switch Jr.
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FEATURES
• Reboot and power down remote
equipment—through the Internet.
• Control power to remote devices, even
if they’re not on your network.
• Connects to any 10/100BASE-T network.
• Password protection provides security.
• Auto-PING function reboots failed
equipment automatically.
• Ideal for use with most servers,
routers, kiosks, and more.
Control power to remote equipment through the Internet.
OVERVIEW
Life has just become easier for network managers and
administrators.
Sleep easier. Go surfin’.
Gone are the days of getting out of bed and going into work
at 3 a.m. to reboot the server. Forget about jumping in the car
or hopping on a plane to travel to a remote site to reboot
equipment.
Thanks to Network Power Switch Jr., you don’t have to hit
the road just to reboot remote devices. Instead, use the Internet
to power on/off and reboot remote devices.
Control power anywhere.
Use the Network Power Switch Jr. to control power for any
connected device anywhere around the world. It’s easy. Connect
the switch to your network. The switch features a built-in
Web server so it can be controlled remotely through any Web
browser. Best of all, even though it’s connected to your network,
the Network Power Switch Jr. can reboot, power on, and power
off any AC-powered device—whether it’s connected to your
network or not.
It’s ideal for use with servers, routers, kiosks, and
environmental control systems such as heaters, air conditioners,
cooler pumps, fans, sirens, etc.
Plus, the switch features an autosensing power supply, so
you can use it anywhere in the world.
Lock out hackers.
Protect your equipment from prying fingers. Only
authorized users can get access to your devices—the Network
Power Switch Jr. is password protected. Plus, the switch also
features Caller IP to filter IP addresses. You can authorize two
IP addresses or subnets to access the switch.
The switch is easy to set up, too. Just type the switch’s IP
address into your Web browser, enter your password, and
you can control power to the connected device.
Use it anywhere.
The Network Power Switch Jr. uses international standard
IEC 320 connectors and has an autosensing power supply.
It can be used with circuits of up to 12 amps (10 amps at
230 VAC). It comes with a standard IEC to NEMA Extension
Cord for use in North America. (Cords for other countries are
available by request.)
Sound the alarm.
With the auto-PING feature, you can set the Network
Power Switch Jr. to check any IP device on your network
automatically. Set it up, and the switch will periodically send
a PING to detect failed equipment. You can program the
response if no answer is detected (such as a timed reboot or
turning on an indicator or a siren). You can use the auto-PING
function both locally and remotely.
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PC with Web
browser
Power outlet
Internet or any other
IP network
Network Power Switch Jr.
(SWI080A-R3)
CAT5 cable
(optional) for
network-connected
devices
The device you want to power on,
power off, or reboot. This does not
have to be a network device.

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TECH SPECS
Software Requirements — Netscape Navigator®3.0 or higher,
Internet Explorer 3.0 or higher
Capacity (Maximum) — 12 amps @ 125 VAC; 10 amps at 240 VAC
Input Cord — 16 AWG x 3C 10A 250 UL®/CSA/VDE Rated
Connectors — Power In: (1) IEC 320 M plug;
Power Out: (1) IEC 320 receptacle;
Network: (2) RJ-45 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
Size — 2.3"H x 4.5"W x 6"D (5.8 x 11.4 x 15.2 cm)
Weight — 1.3 lb. (0.6 kg)
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Imagine the possibilities.
Use the Network Power Switch Jr. to control the power to
any device—even devices not connected to your network. For
instance, you can:
• Reboot routers, servers, kiosks, and more. For example, with
the auto-PING feature enabled, the switch will reboot crashed
servers automatically without intervention.
• Protect and secure your sensitive equipment. Power down
devices when they’re not needed. Hackers can’t find a server
that’s not up and running.
• Save energy by powering down unused equipment.
• Power up alarm equipment, such as sirens, lamps, messages,
and more.
• Control environmental systems, such as heaters, air
conditioners, pumps, and more.
Recognize any of these situations?
• You wait more than 30 minutes to get through
to a vendor’s tech support.
• The so-called “tech” can’t help you or gives you
the wrong answer.
• You don’t have a purchase order number and the
tech refuses to help you.
• It’s 9 p. m. and you need help, but your vendor’s
tech support line is closed.
According to a survey by Data Communications
magazine, 90% of network managers surveyed say
that getting the technical support they need is extremely
important when choosing a vendor. But even though
network managers pay anywhere from 10 to 20% of their
overall purchase price for a basic service and support
contract, the technical support and service they receive falls
far short of their expectations—and certainly isn’t worth
what they paid.
At Black Box, we guarantee the best value and the
best support. You can even consult our Technical Support
Experts before you buy if you need help selecting just
the right component for your application.
Don’t waste time and money—call Black Box today.
Why Buy From Black Box? Exceptional Value.
Exceptional Tech Support. Period.
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✦ Network Power Switch Jr.
✦ 7-ft. (2.1-m) line cord for North America
✦ 3-ft. (0.9-m) extension cord for North America
✦ 6-ft. (1.8-m) CAT5 cable
✦ A users’ manual
WHAT‘S INCLUDED
Item Code
Network Power Switch Jr. SWI080A-R3