LEGRAND Raritan Smart Rack Controller User manual

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Smart Rack Controller®
Thank you for purchasing Raritan's Smart Rack Controller (SRC). This product provides an ideal rack management solution which
features the following functions for data centers and server rooms:
Support for DX and DX2 environmental sensors, such as temperature and humidity sensors
Control and detection of a cabinet's door status (optional)
Asset management, which lists all IT devices
Important: Asset management feature and door handles (or SmartLock kit) are mutually exclusive. You cannot have both
devices connected simultaneously.
This Quick Setup Guide explains how to install and configure the SRC. For further details on using the SRC, access online help from
the application, or download the user guide from Raritan's Support page ( http://www.raritan.com/support/ ). For more detailed
information on this release, see the latest release notes on the Support page.
Package Contents
The following lists the equipment shipped with SRC. If
anything is missing or damaged, contact the local dealer or
Raritan Technical Support for help.
One SRC device
Bracket pack and screws
Quick Setup Guide
Note: If you order any
Optional Accessories (on page 1), they
are also shipped.
Optional Accessories
Part or all of the following equipment is shipped on demand
only.
Asset management strips and asset tags
Door handles or SmartLock kit
DX and/or DX2 environmental sensor package(s)
Warning: SRC does NOT support other Raritan
environmental sensor packages than DX and DX2 series.
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Before You Begin
Prepare the installation site. Make sure the installation area
is clean and not exposed to extreme temperatures or
humidity. Allow sufficient space around the SRC for cabling
and equipment connections.
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Rackmount
There are two ways to mount an SRC device, using the same
Raritan rackmount brackets.

1U Rackmount Method (on page 1)
The SRC is mounted like a 1U device in the rack.

0U Rackmount Method (on page 2)
The SRC is mounted like a 0U device in the rack.
1U Rackmount Method
To mount SRC like a 1U device:
1. Align the two edge slots of the L-bracket with two of the
screw holes on one end of the SRC device.
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2. Screw the L-bracket to the device and ensure the bracket
is fastened securely.
3. Repeat Steps 1 to 2 to screw another L-bracket to the
other end of the device.
4. After both L-brackets are installed, fasten the device to
the rack, using rack screws, through two identical round
holes of each L-bracket.
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0U Rackmount Method
To mount SRC like a 0U device:
1. Align the two round holes of the L-bracket with two of the
screw holes on the top of the SRC device.
2. Screw the L-bracket to the device and ensure the bracket
is fastened securely.
3. Repeat Steps 1 to 2 to screw another L-bracket to the
other end of the device.
4. After both L-brackets are installed, fasten the device to
the rack, using rack screws, through slots of each
L-bracket.
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Connection Ports for Sensors, Door Handles, and
Assets
If you purchase Optional Accessories (on page 1), make sure
you connect them to the correct port on the SRC, or it is likely
damages may be caused to SRC and/or connected
accessories.
SRC models Connection
ports
Supported accessories
All models SENSOR port
(yellow)
Raritan's DX or DX2
sensors or actuatorsf
SmartLock kit (that is,
DX2-DH2C2)
Refer to "FEATURE 1"
below.
Models with
onboard door
handle ports.
For example,
SRC-0102.
Door handle
ports, and
contact closure
terminals
Raritan's door handles
Third-party contact
closure detectors
(optional)
Refer to "FEATURE 2"
below.
All models FEATURE port
(red)
Raritan's asset
management strips
Refer to "FEATURE 3"
below.
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FEATURE 1: Support for DX and DX2
Environmental Sensors/Actuators
Raritan's DX or DX2 environmental sensor packages are
required for SRC to detect the surrounding condition like the
temperature, and/or to control a system or mechanism like
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Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional)
An SRC provides the SENSOR port for connecting Raritan DX
or DX2 environmental sensor packages so that you can
remotely monitor environmental factors, such as temperature
and humidity, around the rack.
For sensor connection instructions, refer to the SRC User
Guide or Online Help.
For detailed information on each sensor package, refer to
the Environmental Sensors and Actuators Guide (or Online
Help) on Raritan website's
Support page
(
http://www.raritan.com/support/ ).
If you need a Raritan sensor hub for connecting DX or DX2,
only DPX3-ENVHUB4 is supported by SRC.
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FEATURE 2: Cabinet Access Control
Raritan's door handles or SmartLock kits are required for
SRC to control the access to a cabinet.
Depending on your SRC model, you may have to purchase
either only door handles or a full SmartLock kit from Raritan.
Raritan's SmartLock kit contains one DX2-DH2C2 and a pair
of door handles.
Note: For details, refer to the user documentation
accompanying the SmartLock kit or download it from
Raritan's
Support page ( http://www.raritan.com/support/ ).
To detect the cabinet's door status, you need to connect
third-party contact closure detectors, which are optional.
Important: It is not guaranteed that all third-party
detectors/switches are compatible with the SRC. You need
to test the compatibility after installing them.
Limitations
Read the restrictions below before connecting door handles
or a SmartLock kit (that is, DX2-DH2C2 kit) to SRC.
(IMPORTANT) NO asset management strips can be
connected simultaneously.
Up to one DX2-DH2C2 can be connected per SENSOR port
of SRC.
SRC-0100 supports a maximum of 2 door handles by
connecting one DX2-DH2C2.
SRC-0102 has two onboard door handle ports so it
supports a maximum of 4 door handles. You can
connect two door handles to onboard door handle
ports and connect one DX2-DH2C2 to its SENSOR port.
Only the door handles sold with DX2-DH2C2 are
supported.
No hot plugging or hot swapping with door handles when
they are directly or indirectly connected to a
powered SRC.
That is, no connection or disconnection of door handles
when they are powered.
The maximum cabling length for door handles or
SmartLock kit is 29 feet (9 meters). For details, refer to
the following diagram.
Connecting a SmartLock Kit to DX2-DH2C2
You need a SmartLock kit if your SRC does NOT include a
built-in DX2-DH2C2, such as SRC-0100.
DX2-DH2C2 ports and terminals:
No. Component Function
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No. Component Function
contact
closure sensor
terminals
detectors/switches for detecting the
door open/closed status.
Contact closure detectors are
OPTIONAL.
Two door
handle ports
Connect to the standard category cable
of the door handle.
The two door handles are usually
attached to different doors of the same
cabinet.
Two RJ-45
ports
Connect a standard network patch
cable for either or both purposes below:
Connect to the SENSOR port
(yellow) of the SRC.
Cascade DX2 sensor package(s).
Exception: You CANNOT cascade
DX2-DH2C2 packages.
Connection procedure:
1. Connect supported door handles to DX2-DH2C2.
2. (Optional) Connect contact closure detectors/switches for
detecting door status to DX2-DH2C2. For connection
details, refer to the Environmental Sensors and Actuators
Guide (or online help) on the
Support page
(
http://www.raritan.com/support/ ).
3. Connect DX2-DH2C2 to the SENSOR port of SRC.
Connecting Raritan's Door Handles to SRC
You only need to purchase door handles if your SRC has a
built-in DX2-DH2C2, such as SRC-0102.
SRC door handle ports and terminals:
Numbers in the following diagram (and ) correspond to
the numbers in the previous section's table.
Connection procedure:
1. Connect Raritan door handles to onboard door handle
ports of SRC.
2. (Optional) Connect contact closure detectors/switches for
detecting door status to contact closure terminals of SRC.
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FEATURE 3: Asset Management
Both asset management strips and asset tags are required for
SRC's asset management feature.
For documentation purpose, asset management strips are
called asset strips in the following sections.
Limitation: Do NOT connect door handles (or SmartLock
kit) to SRC while asset strips are being connected to SRC.

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Introduction to Regular Asset Strips
Each tag port on the regular asset strips corresponds to a
rack unit and can be used to locate IT devices in a specific
rack (or cabinet).
For each rack, you can attach asset strips up to 64U long,
consisting of one MASTER and multiple SLAVE asset strips.
The difference between the master and slave asset strips is
that the master asset strip has an RJ-45 connector while the
slave does not.
The following diagram illustrates some asset strips. Note that
Raritan provides more types of asset strips than the diagram.
8U MASTER asset strip with 8 tag ports
8U SLAVE asset strip with 8 tag ports
5U "ending" SLAVE asset strip with 5 tag ports
Note: Unlike general slave asset strips, which have one DIN
connector respectively on either end, the ending slave asset
strip has one DIN connector on only one end. An ending asset
strip is installed at the end of the asset strip assembly.
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Introduction to Asset Tags
You need both asset strips and asset tags for tracking IT
devices.
Asset tags provide an ID number for each IT device. The asset
tags are adhered to an IT device at one end and plugged in to
an asset strip at the other.
The asset strip is connected to the SRC, and the asset tag
transmits the ID and positioning information to the asset strip.
The following diagram illustrates an asset tag. Note that there
are two types of asset tags: non-programmable and
programmable tags. The only difference is that
programmable asset tags allow you to customize each tag's
ID or barcode number while non-programmable ones have
factory default ID or barcode numbers, which you cannot
change.
A Barcode (ID number), which is available on either
end of the "non-programmable" asset tag
B Tag connector
C Adhesive area with the tape
Note: The barcode of each "non-programmable" asset tag is
unique and is displayed in the SRC device's web interface for
identification.
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Assembling Regular Asset Strips
Before connecting regular asset strips to the SRC, you must
assemble them.
To assemble regular asset strips:
1. Connect all regular asset strips up to 64U. For detailed
information, refer to the user documentation
accompanying Raritan asset strips.
a. The MASTER asset strip is installed as the first one in
the asset strip assembly.
b. All SLAVE asset strips are connected following the
MASTER asset strip.
c. The "ending" slave asset strip is installed as the final
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2. Vertically attach the asset strip assembly to the rack, next
to the IT equipment, making each tag port horizontally
align with a rack unit.
The asset strips are automatically attracted to the rack
because of magnetic stripes on the back.
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Connecting Regular Asset Strips to SRC
SRC supports a cabling distance up to 10 meters for each
connected asset strip assembly.
To connect regular asset strips to SRC:
1. Affix the adhesive end of an asset tag to each IT device
through the tag's tape.
2. Plug the connector of each asset tag into the
corresponding tag port on the asset strip.
3. Connect the MASTER asset strip's RJ-45 connector to a
port labeled FEATURE on SRC, using a network patch
cable (CAT5e or higher).
(A) MASTER asset strip
(B) Asset tags
(C) IT devices
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Other Types of Asset Strips
Raritan provides more types of asset strips than regular asset
strips, such as composite asset strips or blade extension
strips. For detailed information, refer to the user
documentation accompanying Raritan asset strips.
Composite asset strips:
A composite asset strip is named AMS-Mx-Z, where x is a
number, such as AMS-M2-Z or AMS-M3-Z.
A composite asset strip has two RJ-45 connectors but less
tag ports.
The composite asset strip is especially useful for tracking
large devices such as SAN boxes in the cabinet.
Composite asset strips can be daisy chained as shown
below.
Blade extension strips:
For blade servers, which are contained in a single chassis,
you can use a blade extension strip to track individual
blade servers.
A blade extension strip contains 4 to 16 tag ports. Below
shows a blade extension strip with 16 tag ports.
The blade extension strip is connected to a tag port on a
regular or composite asset strip via a Raritan's tag
connector cable.
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Connecting SRC to Power
SRC supports redundant power with two inlets. See Product
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You can connect only one or both inlets to proper power
sources.
1. Connect each SRC to an appropriately rated branch
circuit. Refer to the label or nameplate affixed to your SRC
for appropriate input ratings or range of ratings.
2. When a SRC powers up, it proceeds with the power-on self
test and software loading for a few moments.
3. When the software has completed loading, the front panel
display illuminates.
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Connecting SRC to Your Network
SRC can be connected to a wired or wireless network.
To make a wired connection:
1. Connect a standard network patch cable to either or both
Ethernet ports on the SRC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your LAN.
Note: The "green" Ethernet port labeled "ETH 10/100/1000"
supports up to 1000 Mbps so it is highly recommended for
network connection. If connecting both ports to the LAN, you
must connect them to two "different" subnets. If you are not
sure whether the device is connected to the same or different
subnets, contact your IT department.
To make a wireless connection:
1. Connect an appropriate USB wireless LAN adapter to SRC.
2. Make sure the wireless LAN configuration is supported by
your SRC. See
Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information
(on page 8).
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Using a Web Browser
Initial configuration using a web browser involves these two
steps.
Step 1: Retrieve the IP Address (on page 7)
Step 2: Log in to the SRC Web Interface (on page 7)
Step 1: Retrieve the IP Address
After connecting to a DHCP IPv4 network, an IPv4 address is
automatically assigned to your SRC. You can operate the front
panel display to retrieve the IPv4 address. See
Using the
Front Panel Display
(on page 7).
Tip: You can also retrieve the IPv4 address by connecting an
iOS or Android mobile device to SRC. See Appendix A:
Configuration via a Mobile Device or PDView
(on page 8).
Using the Front Panel Display
The SRC front panel display is similar to the diagram below.
To retrieve the IP address:
1. Press or to show the "Main Menu."
2. Press or to select "Device Info," and press
.
3. Press or until the device's IP address is
displayed.
Step 2: Log in to the SRC Web Interface
The SRC supports common web browsers, including Microsoft
Internet Explorer®, Mozilla Firefox®, and Google®Chrome.
To access the SRC web interface:
1. Open a web browser and type the IP address of SRC.
2. Accept any security warnings that may appear.
3. Type the default user credentials and click Login.
User name: admin
Password: raritan
4. When prompted to change the password, change or ignore
it.
To change it, type the new password and click Ok.
To ignore it for this time only, click Not Now.
To ignore it permanently, select "Do not ask again" and
click Not Now.
It is highly recommended to change the default password.
Make sure the new password is noted down and kept in a
secure place.
Step 3: Configure SRC
After logging in to the SRC web interface, you can navigate the
left menu and then:
Choose Asset Strips for configuring connected asset
strips.
Choose Peripherals for configuring connected
environmental sensor packages.
Choose SmartLock for configuring connected door
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Choose Device Settings > Date/Time to configure the SRC
with the proper date and time or synchronize it with an
NTP server. The SRC device's time must be in sync with
the LDAP server to use LDAP authentication.
Choose other menu commands for configuring user
profiles, privileges, securities, and more.
Note: Detailed instructions are available in the SRC online
help or user guide.
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Appendix A: Configuration via a Mobile Device or
PDView
An iOS or Android mobile device, such as a smartphone or
tablet, can function as a local display of SRC. Note that the
Android device must support USB "On-The-Go" (OTG), or this
function does not work.
Step 1: Download the "PDView" App
Raritan's app "PDView" is required for the mobile device to
function as a local display. It is a free app.
To download PDView:
1. Visit either Apple App or Google Play Store.

https://itunes.apple.com/app/raritan-pdview/id780382
738

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rar
itan.android.pdview
2. Install PDView.
Step 2: Connect the Mobile Device to SRC
The USB cable and USB port to connect are determined by
your mobile operating system.
To connect your mobile device to SRC:
1. Get an appropriate USB cable for your mobile device.

iOS : Use the regular USB cable shipped with your iOS
mobile device.

Android : Use an USB OTG adapter cable.
2. Connect the mobile device to the appropriate USB port on
the SRC.

iOS : USB-A port.
 Android : USB-B port
Step 3: Launch PDView
You can access the SRC web interface via PDView to view or
change the settings.
To access the SRC web interface:
1. Launch PDView on your mobile device.
2. Wait until PDView detects the connected SRC and shows
the word "Connected" in green.
3. If the factory-default user credentials "admin/raritan"
remain unchanged, PDView automatically logs in to the
web interface of SRC.
If they have been changed, the login screen displays
instead and you must enter appropriate user credentials
for login.
4. (Optional) For initial login, you are prompted to change the
password. See
Step 2: Log in to the SRC Web Interface
(on page 7).
5. Now you can view the data or change any SRC settings.
For details, refer to the user guide or online help on
the Raritan website.
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Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information
USB Wireless LAN Adapters
The SRC supports the following USB Wi-Fi LAN adapters.
Wi-Fi LAN adapters Supported 802.11
protocols
SparkLAN WUBR-508N A/B/G/N
Proxim Orinoco 8494 A/B/G
Zyxel NWD271N B/G

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Wi-Fi LAN adapters Supported 802.11
protocols
Edimax EW-7722UnD A/B/G/N
TP-Link TL-WDN3200 v1 A/B/G/N
Raritan USB WIFI A/B/G/N
Connecting the Wireless LAN Adapter
You can connect the wireless LAN adapter either to SRC or to
a USB hub attached to SRC.
To make a wireless connection:
Do one of the following:
Plug a supported USB wireless LAN adapter into the
USB-A port on your SRC.
Connect a USB hub to the USB-A port on the SRC.
Then plug the supported USB wireless LAN adapter
into the appropriate USB port on the hub.
Supported Wireless LAN Configuration
If wireless networking is preferred, ensure that the wireless
LAN configuration of your SRC matches the access point. The
following is the wireless LAN configuration that the SRC
supports.
Network type: 802.11 A/B/G/N
Protocol: WPA2 (RSN)
Key management: WPA-PSK, or WPA-EAP with PEAP
and MSCHAPv2 authentication
Encryption: CCMP (AES)
Tip: Supported 802.11 network protocols vary according to
the wireless LAN adapter being used with the SRC. See
USB Wireless LAN Adapters (on page 8).
Note: You must configure SRC to enable its wireless LAN
interface. See the topic titled Configuring Network
Settings in the User Guide.
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Appendix C: More Information
Additional Information
For more information about SRC and the entire Raritan product line, see
Raritan's website (www.raritan.com). For technical issues, contact Raritan
Technical Support. See the Contact Support page in the Support section on
Raritan's website for technical support contact information worldwide.
Raritan's products use code licensed under the GPL and LGPL. You can request
a copy of the open source code. For details, see the Open Source Software
Statement at
(http://www.raritan.com/about/legal-statements/open-source-software-statem
ent/) on Raritan's website.
RJ-45 Cap in the EXPANSION Port
SRC has a cap plugged into its EXPANSION port when
shipping out of the factory. This port is reserved for future use
and does NOT function. It is suggested to keep the cap
plugged continuously.