Minuteman RPM1521E User manual

Remote Power Manager
RPM1521E
User’s Manual

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Table of Contents
1. Product Introduction ...................................................................................................4
1-1 Applications .........................................................................................................4
1-2 Product Features.................................................................................................5
1-3 Control and Indicators .........................................................................................6
1-4 Specifications ......................................................................................................7
1-5 Package Contents...............................................................................................8
1-6 Receiving Inspection ...........................................................................................8
2. Installation and Setup..................................................................................................9
2-1 Hardware Installation ..........................................................................................9
2-2 Setup Procedure.................................................................................................11
3. Web Operation .............................................................................................................16
3-1 System Login.......................................................................................................16
3-2 Monitor Tab..........................................................................................................17
3-2-1 Power Switch Operation...........................................................................18
3-2-2 Power.......................................................................................................19
3-2-3 Safety Shutdown......................................................................................19
3-2-4 Schedule ..................................................................................................20
3-2-5 Auto-Ping..................................................................................................20
3-2-6 Peripheral.................................................................................................21
3-2-7 Copy.........................................................................................................22
3-2-8 Temperature.............................................................................................22
3-3 System Tab..........................................................................................................23
3-3-1 Network....................................................................................................23
3-3-2 Mail Server...............................................................................................24
3-3-3 SMS Server .............................................................................................25
3-3-4 SNMP ......................................................................................................26
3-3-5 Syslog......................................................................................................27
3-3-6 Peripheral ................................................................................................27
3-3-7 Other........................................................................................................28
3-4 Firewall Tab.........................................................................................................29
3-4-1 IP Filter.....................................................................................................29
3-4-2 MAC Filter................................................................................................30
3-5 Account Tab.........................................................................................................31
3-6 TimeSync Tab......................................................................................................34
3-7 Chart ...................................................................................................................35
3-8 Event Tab ............................................................................................................36
3-9 Upgrade Tab........................................................................................................37

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Appendix ..........................................................................................................................39
A1 Shutdown Agent Installation.................................................................................39
A2 Reset to Default ...................................................................................................45
A3 Obtaining Technical Support ................................................................................46
A4 Limited Product Warranty.....................................................................................47
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An Important Notice
This manual contains important safety instructions that should be followed during the installation and the
operation of the Remote Power Manager (RPM).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure safety in all applications ensure that a Qualified Service Personnel installs the system.
Make sure that the AC Utility outlet is properly grounded.
Do not open the unit there are no user serviceable parts inside. Servicing of RPM should be
performed by Qualified Service Personnel Only.
Please make sure that the input voltage of the RPM matches the supply voltage.
Make sure the RPM is installed in the proper environment as specified.
This RPM series is ONLY intended to be installed in an indoor temperature controlled environment
that is free of conductive contaminants.
Do not operate the RPM in: extremely dusty and/or unclean areas, locations near heating devices,
water or excessive humidity, or where the RPM is exposed to direct sunlight.
Select a location, which will provide good air circulation for the RPM at all times.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a branch circuit with over current protection in
accordance with the National Electric Code.
CAUTION - Connect the RPM to a two pole, three wire grounding AC wall outlet. The receptacle
must be connected to the appropriate branch protection (circuit breaker or fuse). Connection to any
other type of receptacle may result in a shock hazard and violate local electrical codes. Do not use
extension cords, adapter plugs, or surge strips.
Route power cords so they cannot be walked on or damaged.
CAUTION - To reduce the risk of electrical shock with the installation of this RPM equipment and the
connected equipment, the user must ensure that the combined sum of the AC leakage current does
not exceed 3.5mA.
CAUTION - To de-energize the outputs of the RPM: Disconnect the RPM from the AC wall outlet.
Para Systems Life Support Policy
As a general policy, Para Systems Inc. (Para Systems) does not recommend the use of any of its
products in life support applications where failure or malfunction of the Para Systems product can be
reasonably expected to cause failure of the life support device or to significantly affect its safety or
effectiveness. Para Systems does not recommend the use of any of its products in direct patient care.
Para Systems will not knowingly sell its products for use in such applications unless it receives in writing
assurances satisfactory to Para Systems that (a) the risks of injury or damage have been minimized, (b)
the customer assumes all such risks, and (c) the liability of Para Systems Inc. is adequately protected
under the circumstances.

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1. Product Introduction
The RPM1521E is an Internet ready SNMP device designed with integrated versatile
functions including power control, temperature monitoring, and remote web administration,
event alerts, which helps system administrators or IT personnel to monitor and control their
connected equipment and take preventive measures when needed. Allows an
administrator to remotely control the AC power for two connected devices, such as:
servers, routers, modems, DVRs, security and telephone equipment.
The RPM1521E offers easy setup, user-friendly communications and control methods.
Easily connects to the LAN using normal Ethernet connection. Once connected and
properly set up, the administrator can manage the AC power of the devices from anywhere
in the world via a web browser, which greatly reduces the need for on-site service.
Additional benefits of the RPM1521E:
Improves administrative efficiencies with remote power monitoring and control
Reduces system down time without dispatching service personnel to remote locations
Monitoring and management from anywhere in the world
Surge protection for the connected equipment
Temperature monitoring
Supports secure email (TLS) such as Gmail
Notification via email, SNMP trap, SMS text messaging
1-1 Applications
Monitoring and management of computer equipment rooms.
Intelligent power management of data center and networking equipment.
Power scheduling of machinery equipment for the factory building.
Power control and monitoring for home appliances.
Other power equipment management, scheduling and monitoring.

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1-2 Product Features
IP-addressable Remote Power Manager with built-in web server and 2 power outlets.
Control power equipment remotely via the Internet without the presence of service
personnel.
The power switch is used to completely power down the RPM1521E.
Each AC power outlet can be independently switched ON/OFF, power cycled for
immediate reboots or rebooted with timed delays, power cycle sequencing with
assigned priority and power event scheduling.
LEDs for power status and control mode indication.
Supports Power Start sequencing to prevent all of the connected devices from starting
simultaneously to limit the in-rush current to the RPM.
Easy web setup for scheduling daily, weekly, monthly and yearly power operations on a
specific outlet.
The Auto-Ping feature will monitor and auto detect any failed network equipment and
perform a timed reboot.
IP filter/mask function helps manage user privileges and prevent unauthorized access
to the control menu through the network.
Instant email, SMS text messages and SNMP trap notification will be generated when
power events occurred.
Provides multi-group accounts (administrator/manager/general) to let different users
control different power outlets.
Supports SYSLOG.
Supports Web API function.
Supports SSL.
Overload and connected equipment protection via the input circuit breaker.
Rack mountable design with holes on the side of the metal enclosure for an optional
rack-mounting kit.
Provides Surge protection to eliminate disrupting and damaging effects of momentary
voltage spikes or impulses from other power transients.
Optional temperature probe.
Supports downloading and uploading configuration files

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1-3 Control and Indicators
1 LED #1 is illuminated when output receptacle #1 is ON.
LED #2 is illuminated when output receptacle #2 is ON.
2 Reset LED will flash when the Reset function is being performed.
3 Utility Power LED will flash when there is an acceptable AC
voltage present.
4 RJ45 Ethernet Port for connecting to the network.
5 Temperature probe connection.
6 Power Switch / Circuit Breaker Protection.
7 NEMA 5-15R Output Receptacles.

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1-4 Specifications
Number of Phase Single (1Ø 2W + G)
Input & Output Voltage 100 - 120VAC
Input & Output Frequency 47 - 63Hz
Total Output Current (max) 12 Amp (at 120V)
Surge Energy Rating 800 J
Input Protection Re-settable Power Switch/Breaker
Operating Temperature 0 – 60ºC (+32 - +140ºF)
Storage Temperature -15 to +60°C (+5 to +140°F)
Operating/Storage Humidity 0 - 95% Non-Condensing
Operating Elevation 0 to 3,000m (0 to +10,000 ft)
Storage Elevation 0 to 15,000m (0 to +50,000 ft)
Utility Power Inlet IEC 320 C14
Power Cord IEC 320 C13 to NEMA 5-15P (6ft)
Output Receptacles NEMA 5-15R
Net Dimensions
(W x D x H) 7.17 x 4.90 x 1.70” 182 x 125 x 44mm
Net Weight 1.78 lbs
0.806 kgs
Shipping Dimensions
(W x D x H) 9.6 x 8.5 x 3.1” 245 x 217 x 80mm
Shipping Weight 2.78 lbs
1.26 kgs
Regulatory cTUVus, CE Certified

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1-5 Package Contents
Remote Power Monitor 1pc
CD ROM with User’s Manual 1pc
Power Cord 1pc
1-6 Receiving Inspection
After removing your RPM from its carton, it should be inspected for damage that may have
occurred in shipping. Immediately notify the carrier and place of purchase if any damage is
found. Warranty claims for damage caused by the carrier will not be honored. The packing
materials that your RPM was shipped in are carefully designed to minimize any shipping
damage. In the unlikely case that the RPM needs to be returned to MINUTEMAN, please use
the original packing material. Since MINUTEMAN is not responsible for shipping damage
incurred when the system is returned, the original packing material is inexpensive insurance.
PLEASE SAVE THE PACKING MATERIALS!

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2. Installation and Setup
2-1 Hardware Installation
The RPM1521E is intended to be installed in a temperature controlled environment that is
free of conductive contaminants. Select a location, which will provide good air circulation
for the RPM1521E at all times. Avoid locations near heating devices, water or excessive
humidity, or where the RPM1521E is exposed to direct sunlight. Route power cords so
they cannot be walked on or damaged.
CONNECTING THE RPM1521E TO AN AC SOURCE
CAUTION - To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with 20 amperes
maximum branch circuit over-current protection in accordance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Plug the RPM1521E into a two pole, three wire, grounded
receptacle only. Do not use extension cords, adapter plugs, or surge strips. Do not
plug the RPM1521E to the output of a Simulated Sine Wave UPS.
1. Connect the power cord to the power inlet on the RPM and to the utility service.
2. Plug the equipment into the output receptacles.
3. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.
4. Connect the Temperature probe (optional)
5. Turn the power switch to the ON position.

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This is a typical application for the RPM1521E.
1 Input utility power
2 LAN / WAN connection
3 Temperature Probe (optional)

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2-2 Setup-Procedure
The minimum requirement to operate the RPM1521E is to setup the IP Address, subnet
mask, and the gateway. DHCP is enabled as the default. Contact your system
administrator or use the IP Search Utility program (on the CD) to obtain the IP address. If
there is no DHCP server the default settings are as follows:
The default settings are:
IP address: 192.168.1.10
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway address: 192.168.1.1
Account name: admin (lower case)
Password: admin (lower case)
There are two ways to perform the Setup-Procedure:
1. Open a web browser and input either the default IP address or the IP address obtain
from DHCP. Then Setup Wizard will open. Follow the steps to setup the
RPM1521E.
2. Use the IP Search Utility program (on the CD). The IP Search Utility program
supports most Windows Operating Systems.
Setup Procedure using the Setup Wizard
1. Open a Web browser and input the IP address for the RPM1521E.
2. The Setup Wizard will open.
3. Enter the default Account Name (admin). Enter the default Password (admin).
Confirm the Password and then click on the Next button. The Password can be
changed now or later under the Account tab.

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4. Configure the Host settings and the click on the Next button.
5. Configure the DNS setting and then click on the Next button.
6. Configure the Web Server setting and then click on the Next button.

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7. Configure the Time Server setting and then click on the Next button.
8. Configure the Time Zone setting and then click on the Next button.
10.Select the Date and Time format and then click on the Next button.

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11.Configure the System Timeout time and then click on the Next button. The system will
reboot to save all of the changes. Once the system is finished rebooting the Login
screen will open.
12.This completes the initial Setup-Procedure of the RPM1521E.
13.Now you are able to monitor and control the RPM1521E via a Web browser. See
Section 3 for the Web Operation.
Setup Procedure using the IP Search Utility program
1. The workstation and the RPM1521E must be in the same LAN to perform the
Setup-Procedure.
2. The Windows Firewall must be turned off to operate the IP Search Utility program.
3. From the Start menu select the Control Panel.
4. Select the Windows Firewall.
5. Select Off and then click the OK button.
6. Put the RPM1521E’s CD (provided) in the CD-ROM drive.
7. Launch the IP Search Utility program.

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8. Click on the Refresh button to search for all of the RPM1521E’s in the LAN. A list of
the RPM1521Es will be displayed.
9. Select an RPM1521E from the list that you want to configure. Make the changes to the
IP address, the Gateway and the NetMask (Subnet) and then click on the Configure
button. Click on the Refresh button and verify the changes.
10.Repeat Step number 8 and 9 for all of the RPM1521Es in the list.
11.Once all of the RPM1521Es are configured, close the IP Search Utility program and
turn the Windows Firewall back on.
12.This completes the initial Setup-Procedure of the RPM1521E.
13.Now you are able to monitor and control the RPM1521E via a Web Browser.

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3. Web Operation
3-1 System Login
1. Open a Web Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc.).
2. Enter the RPM1521E’s IPAddress.
3. Enter the Account name (admin) and Password (admin).
NOTE: The Account name and the Password are lower case.

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3-2 Monitor Tab
The Monitor tab allows the user to monitor and configure the outlets and the external
temperature probe.

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3-2-1 Power Switch Operation
Clicking on the ALL ON button will turn ON both of the outlets. Clicking on the ALL OFF
button will turn OFF both of the outlets.
Clicking on one of the bottom buttons will turn ON that individual outlet or turn OFF that
individual outlet. If you want to reboot the individual outlet check the Reboot box and
then single click with the left mouse button on the bottom button to reboot the outlet.
Set Button: Click on the Set button located on the top corner of the outlet to setup that
individual outlet. When the Set button is green, the outlet is ready to be configured.
NOTE: Each outlet must be individually configured.
Button Illustration:
ON OFF Not Authorized No Power

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3-2-2 Power
The Power tab allows the user to configure the power ON/OFF delay time.
Name: The users can assign a name to each individual outlet. This allows the system
administrator and/or manager to easily distinguish between the equipment that is
connected to the outlets.
Power On Delay: Each outlet can be programmed to startup at different time intervals
instead of both of them starting up at the same time.
Power Off Delay: Each outlet can be programmed to shutdown at different time intervals
instead of shutting both of them down at the same time.
Default: The default status of the each outlet can be configured.
Save: Once the setup is complete click the Save button to save all of the changes.
3-2-3 Safety Shutdown
This tab is for setting up the RPM1521E to send the shutdown command to the Shutdown
Agent software on the computer.
MAC: Enter the computer’s MAC address that you want to shutdown.
Delay Delivery: After delay delivery time, the WOL command will be sent to the computer
based on one of the Actions configured in Power Tab, Schedule Tab, or the Auto-Ping Tab.
Computer Name: Prior to the execution of safety shutdown, the
RPM1521EShutDownService-2020-windows-installer program must be installed on the
computer. Once in installed, select the computer to be shutdown from the drop-down list.
See Appendix A1 for Shutdown Agent Installation.