LEGRAND Raritan PXC Series User manual

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Raritan PXC
Thank you for purchasing the PXC intelligent power distribution unit (PDU).
The intended use of PXC is distribution of power to information technology equipment such as computers and communication
equipment where such equipment is typically mounted in an equipment rack located in an information technology equipment room.
This Quick Setup Guide explains how to install and configure the PXC. For further details on using PXC, access online help from the
application, or download the "1000/2000 Series" user guide from the PX3 section of Raritan website's Support page
( http://www.raritan.com/support/ ). For more detailed information on this release, see the latest release notes on the Support page.
Note: All of PXC data is available on the PX3 support page. Simply visit Support page > Choose a Product > select "PX3."
Safety Precautions
WARNING! Read and understand all sections in this guide
before installing or operating this product. Failure to heed any
of the following WARNINGS may result in electric shock, fire,
personal injury and death. Prior to operating this product, the
user should read the online help and specifically the warnings
in the online help.
WARNING! Connect this product to an AC power source
whose voltage is within the range specified on the product's
nameplate.
WARNING! Connect this product to an AC power source that
is current limited by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker in
accordance with national and local electrical codes.
WARNING! Use this product in a dry location.
WARNING! Connect this product to a protective earth ground.
Never use a "ground lift adaptor" between the product's plug
and the wall receptacle.
WARNING! If this product is a model that requires assembly
of its line cord or plug, all such assembly must be performed
by a licensed electrician and the line cord or plugs used must
be suitably rated based on the product's nameplate ratings
and national and local electrical codes.
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Unpacking the PXC
PXC comes in Zero U, 1U, and 2U sizes. The following
describes the equipment shipped with each size.
If any pieces are missing or damaged, report this to Raritan
Technical Support, or contact the Raritan partner where you
purchased the product.
One PXC
Buttons (Zero U), or bracket pack and screws (1U/2U)
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Before You Begin
1. Prepare the installation site. Make sure the installation
area is clean and not exposed to extreme temperatures or
humidity. Allow sufficient space around the device for
cabling and outlet connections. Safety instructions are
provided in the PXC online help.
2. Fill out the Equipment Setup Worksheet found in the PXC
online help. Record the model, serial number, and use of
each IT device connected to the PDU's power outlets.
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Mounting the PDU
Use one of the mounting methods to install your PXC as
appropriate.
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Circuit Breaker Orientation Limitation
Usually a PDU can be mounted in any orientation. However,
when mounting a PDU with circuit breakers, you must obey
these rules:
Circuit breakers CANNOT face down. For example, do not
horizontally mount a Zero U PDU with circuit breakers on
the ceiling.
If a rack is subject to shock in environments such as boats
or airplanes, the PDU CANNOT be mounted upside down.
If installed upside down, shock stress reduces the trip
point by 10%.
Note: If normally the line cord is down, upside down
means the line cord is up.
Mounting Zero U Models with Mount Buttons
1. Turn to the rear of the PDU.
2. Align and slide the Raritan-provided mounting button to
the rear rail of the PDU.
3. Turn the button clockwise until it is securely locked in
place.
4. Repeat the same steps to install the other button onto the
PDU's rear side.
5. Properly install the PDU by fitting the attached rear
buttons into position of the rack.
a. Press the PDU toward the rack.
b. Push the mounting buttons through the mounting
holes.
c. Let the PDU drop slightly.
Mounting Zero U Models with Screw Buttons
1. Turn to the rear of the PDU.
2. Locate the two screw holes on the rear panel.
3. Screw a button in each screw hole. The recommended
torque for the button is 1.96 N·m (20 kgf·cm).
4. Press the PDU forward, pushing the mounting buttons
through the mounting holes, then letting the PDU drop
slightly.
Mounting 1U or 2U Models
Using the appropriate brackets and tools, fasten the 1U or 2U
device to the rack or cabinet.
To mount the PXC device:
1. Attach a rackmount bracket to both sides of the PXC with
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2. Attach PXC to the rack. Fasten the rackmount brackets'
ears to the rack using your own fasteners.
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Connecting the PDU to a Power Source
The distance between a PDU and its power source must be
SHORTER than the PDU's line cord to avoid stretching out the
cord. A locking connector used at the power source is highly
recommended for a secure connection.
To connect a PDU to the power source:
1. Verify that all circuit breakers on the PXC are set to ON. If
not, turn them ON.
Or make sure that all fuses are inserted and seated
properly. If there are any fuse covers, ensure that they
are closed.
Note: Not all models have overcurrent protectors.
2. Connect each PXC to an appropriately rated branch circuit.
See the label or nameplate affixed to your PXC for
appropriate input ratings or range of ratings.
Note: When a PXC 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 outlet LEDs
show a steady color and the front panel display
illuminates. Note that outlet LEDs are only available on
some PDU models.
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Connecting the PDU to Your Network
PXC 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 PXC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your LAN.
Note: 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 the
PDU.
2. Make sure the wireless LAN configuration is supported by
your PDU. See
Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information
(on page 5).
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Initial Network Configuration
Depending on your networking environment, the best method
to initially configure your PXC differs.
For a DHCP IPv4 networking environment, see Using a
Web Browser
(on page 3).
For an IPv6 or "static" IPv4 networking environment, see
Appendix A: Configuration via a Mobile Device or
PDView (on page 4).
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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 3)
Step 2: Log in to the PXC Web Interface (on page 4)
Step 1: Retrieve the IP Address
After connecting to a DHCP IPv4 network, an IPv4 address is
automatically assigned to your PXC. You can operate the front
panel display to retrieve the IPv4 address. See
Using the
Front Panel Display (on page 3).
Tip: You can also retrieve the IPv4 address by connecting an
iOS or Android mobile device to PXC. See Appendix A:
Configuration via a Mobile Device or PDView
(on page 4).
Using the Front Panel Display
The PXC 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
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3. Press or until the device's IP address is
displayed.
Step 2: Log in to the PXC Web Interface
The PXC supports common web browsers, including Microsoft
Internet Explorer®, Mozilla Firefox®, and Google®Chrome.
To access the PXC web interface:
1. Open a web browser and type the IP address of PXC.
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.
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What To Do Next
1. Connect IT equipment to the outlet(s) on the PXC.
2. Launch the web browser if not yet. See
Step 2: Log in to
the PXC Web Interface
(on page 4).
3. Choose Device Settings > Date/Time to configure the PXC
with the proper date and time or synchronize it with an
NTP server. The PXC device's time must be in sync with
the LDAP server to use LDAP authentication.
Note: If you are using Sunbird's Power IQ to manage the
PXC, you must configure Power IQ and the PXC to have
the same date/time or NTP settings.
4. To change network settings, choose Device Settings >
Network.
Tip: You can enable both wired and wireless networking
so that the PXC can be accessed via either wired or
wireless IP address.
5. The PXC is sent from the factory with all the outlets ON. If
your model is outlet-switching capable, turn OFF the
outlets without devices connected.
6. Use the menu to the left to configure user profiles,
privileges, security, or inlet thresholds.
Note: Detailed instructions are available in the PXC 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 PXC. 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 PXC
The USB cable and USB port to connect are determined by
your mobile operating system.
To connect your mobile device to PXC:
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 PXC.

iOS : USB-A port.

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 Android : USB-B port
Step 3: Launch PDView
You can access the PXC web interface via PDView to view or
change the settings.
To access the PXC web interface:
1. Launch PDView on your mobile device.
2. Wait until PDView detects the connected PXC 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 PXC.
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 PXC Web Interface
(on page 4).
5. Now you can view the data or change any PXC 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 PXC 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
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 the PDU
or to a USB hub attached to the PDU.
To make a wireless connection:
Do one of the following:
Plug a supported USB wireless LAN adapter into the
USB-A port on your PXC.
Connect a USB hub to the USB-A port on the PXC.
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 PXC matches the access point. The
following is the wireless LAN configuration that the PXC
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 1: Supported 802.11 network protocols vary according
to the wireless LAN adapter being used with the PXC. See
USB Wireless LAN Adapters (on page 5).
Tip 2: You must configure PXC 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
Disconnecting Devices from 'Locking' Outlets
Not every PXC is implemented with locking outlets.
Locking outlets, if available on your PXC, help secure the
connection of power cords from your IT equipment to PXC.

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To remove an IT device from a locking outlet:
1. Press and hold down the tiny button adjacent to the PXC
outlet.
2. Unplug the power cord now.
Identifying the Sensor Port
Warning: If you purchase Raritan's environmental sensor
packages, make sure you connect them to the correct port
on the PXC, or damages may be caused to PXC and/or
connected sensor packages.
How to identify the SENSOR port:
The correct port is labeled SENSOR.
The SENSOR port is marked with YELLOW color, as shown
below.
Threaded Grounding Point
If the PXC model you purchased is designed to have a
threaded grounding point, you can identify it via the grounding
symbol as shown below:
Wire this point to an electrical system in order to protectively
ground the PXC.
Additional Information
For more information about PXC 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.