Raritan PX-1000 Series User manual

Copyright © 2010 Raritan, Inc.
DPX2-1000-0A-v2.0.5-E
August 2010
255-80-6105-00
PX-1000 Series
User Guide
Release 2.0.5

WARNING! Read and understand all sections in this guide before installing or operating this product.
WARNING! Connect this product to an AC power source whose voltage is within the range specified on
the product’s nameplate. Operating this product outside the nameplate voltage range may result in
electric shock, fire, personal injury and death.
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. Operating this product without
proper current limiting may result in electric shock, fire, personal injury and death.
WARNING! Connect this product to a protective earth ground. Never use a “ground lift adaptor”
between the product’s plug and the wall receptacle. Failure to connect to a protective earth ground may
result in electric shock, fire, personal injury and death.
WARNING! This product contains no user serviceable parts. Do not open, alter or disassemble this
product. All servicing must be performed by qualified personnel. Disconnect power before servicing this
product. Failure to comply with this warning may result in electric shock, personal injury and death.
WARNING! Use this product in a dry location. Failure to use this product in a dry location may result in
electric shock, personal injury and death.
WARNING! Do not rely on this product’s receptacle lamps, receptacle relay switches or any other
receptacle power on/off indicator to determine whether power is being supplied to a receptacle. Unplug
a device connected to this product before performing repair, maintenance or service on the device.
Failure to unplug a device before servicing it may result in electric shock, fire, personal injury and death.
WARNING! Only use this product to power information technology equipment that has a UL/IEC
60950-1 or equivalent rating. Attempting to power non rated devices may result in electric shock, fire,
personal injury and death.
WARNING! Do not use this product to power inductive loads such as motors or compressors.
Attempting to power inductive loads may result in damage to the product.
WARNING! Do not use this product to power critical patient care equipment, fire or smoke alarm
systems. Use of this product to power such equipment may result in personal injury and death.
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. Assembly by
unlicensed electricians or failure to use suitably rated line cords or plugs may result in electric shock,
fire, personal injury or death.
WARNING! This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
Safety Guidelines

1. Installation of this product should only be performed by a person who has knowledge and
experience with electric power.
2. Make sure the line cord is disconnected from power before physically mounting or moving the
location of this product.
3. This product is designed to be used within an electronic equipment rack. The metal case of this
product is electrically bonded to the line cord ground wire. A threaded grounding point on the case
may be used as an additional means of protectively grounding this product and the rack.
4. Examine the branch circuit receptacle that will supply electric power to this product. Make sure the
receptacle’s power lines, neutral and protective earth ground pins are wired correctly and are the
correct voltage and phase. Make sure the branch circuit receptacle is protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker.
5. If the product is a model that contains receptacles that can be switched on/off, electric power may
still be present at a receptacle even when it is switched off.
Safety Instructions

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part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into another language without
express prior written consent of Raritan, Inc.
© Copyright 2010 Raritan, Inc. All third-party software and hardware mentioned in this document are
registered trademarks or trademarks of and are the property of their respective holders.
FCC Information
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 in a commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
environment may cause harmful interference.
VCCI Information (Japan)
Raritan is not responsible for damage to this product resulting from accident, disaster, misuse, abuse,
non-Raritan modification of the product, or other events outside of Raritan's reasonable control or not
arising under normal operating conditions.

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Contents
Safety Guidelines ii
Safety Instructions iii
Applicable Models x
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Product Models ..............................................................................................................................1
Product Features ...........................................................................................................................1
Package Contents..........................................................................................................................2
Zero U Products................................................................................................................... 2
1U Products .........................................................................................................................3
2U Products .........................................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 Rack-Mounting the PDU 4
Rackmount Safety Guidelines .......................................................................................................4
Mounting Zero U Models Using Two Rear Buttons ....................................................................... 5
Mounting Zero U Models Using L-Brackets and Buttons............................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Installation and Configuration 8
Before You Begin...........................................................................................................................8
Unpacking the Product and Components............................................................................8
Preparing the Installation Site..............................................................................................8
Filling Out the Equipment Setup Worksheet .......................................................................9
Checking the Branch Circuit Rating.....................................................................................9
Configuring Dominion PX ..............................................................................................................9
Installing Cable Retention Clips (Optional)........................................................................10
Connecting the PDU to a Power Source ...........................................................................10
Connecting the PDU to a Computer..................................................................................11
Connecting the PDU to Your Network...............................................................................11
Initial Network Configuration..............................................................................................12

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Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional) ...........................................................................15
Chapter 4 Using the PDU 17
Panel Components ......................................................................................................................17
Power Cord........................................................................................................................17
Outlets ...............................................................................................................................17
Connection Ports ...............................................................................................................18
LED Display .......................................................................................................................20
Reset Button ......................................................................................................................23
Circuit Breakers ...........................................................................................................................23
Resetting the Button-Type Circuit Breaker........................................................................24
Resetting the Handle-Type Circuit Breaker.......................................................................24
Beeper .........................................................................................................................................25
Chapter 5 Using the Web Interface 26
Logging in to the Web Interface...................................................................................................26
Login ..................................................................................................................................27
Changing Your Password..................................................................................................28
Logout ..........................................................................................................................................29
Introduction to the Web Interface.................................................................................................30
Menus ................................................................................................................................31
Dominion PX Explorer Pane..............................................................................................31
Setup Button......................................................................................................................33
Status Bar ..........................................................................................................................33
Logout Button ....................................................................................................................34
Data Pane..........................................................................................................................34
More Information ...............................................................................................................35
Viewing the Dashboard................................................................................................................40
Device Management....................................................................................................................40
Displaying the PDU Information ........................................................................................40
Naming the PDU................................................................................................................41
Modifying the Network Configuration.................................................................................42
Modifying the Network Service Settings............................................................................44
Setting the Date and Time.................................................................................................47
Setting Data Retrieval........................................................................................................49
Configuring the SMTP Settings .........................................................................................51
Rebooting the Dominion PX Device ..................................................................................52
User Management .......................................................................................................................53
Creating a User Profile ......................................................................................................53
Modifying a User Profile ....................................................................................................56
Deleting a User Profile.......................................................................................................56
Changing the User List View .............................................................................................56
Setting Up Roles ..........................................................................................................................57
Creating a Role..................................................................................................................57
Modifying a Role................................................................................................................58
Deleting a Role ..................................................................................................................59
Changing the Role List View .............................................................................................59

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Access Security Control...............................................................................................................59
Forcing HTTPS Encryption................................................................................................59
Configuring the Firewall.....................................................................................................60
Setting Up an SSL Certificate ......................................................................................................64
Certificate Signing Request ...............................................................................................64
Creating a Self-Signed Certificate .....................................................................................66
Installing Existing Key and Certificate Files.......................................................................68
Downloading Key and Certificate Files..............................................................................68
Setting Up LDAP Authentication..................................................................................................69
Gathering the LDAP Information .......................................................................................69
Adding the LDAP Server Settings .....................................................................................70
Sorting the LDAP Access Order ........................................................................................ 72
Testing the LDAP Server Connection ...............................................................................72
Editing the LDAP Server Settings......................................................................................73
Deleting the LDAP Server Settings ...................................................................................73
Disabling the LDAP Authentication ...................................................................................73
Enabling LDAP and Local Authentication Services...........................................................74
Outlet Management .....................................................................................................................74
Naming Outlets..................................................................................................................74
Checking Associated Circuit Breakers ..............................................................................75
Inlet and Circuit Breaker Management ........................................................................................75
Naming the Inlet ................................................................................................................75
Naming Circuit Breakers....................................................................................................76
Monitoring the Inlet ............................................................................................................76
Monitoring Circuit Breakers ...............................................................................................77
Setting Power Thresholds............................................................................................................79
Setting Inlet Thresholds.....................................................................................................79
Setting Circuit Breaker Thresholds....................................................................................80
What is Deassertion Hysteresis?.......................................................................................80
Configuring Event Rules ..............................................................................................................82
Components of an Event Rule...........................................................................................82
Creating an Event Rule .....................................................................................................83
Sample Event Rules ..........................................................................................................86
Modifying an Event Rule....................................................................................................88
Modifying an Action ...........................................................................................................88
Deleting an Event Rule or Action.......................................................................................89
A Note about Untriggered Rules........................................................................................89
Managing Event Logging .............................................................................................................89
Viewing the Local Event Log .............................................................................................89
Clearing Event Entries.......................................................................................................90
Environmental Sensors................................................................................................................90
Identifying Environmental Sensors....................................................................................91
Managing Environmental Sensors.....................................................................................92
Configuring Environmental Sensors..................................................................................93
Viewing Sensor Data .........................................................................................................95
Sensor Measurement Accuracy ........................................................................................96
Unmanaging Environmental Sensors................................................................................96
Copying Configurations with Bulk Configuration .........................................................................97
Saving a Dominion PX Configuration ................................................................................98
Copying a Dominion PX Configuration..............................................................................99

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Viewing the Communication Log .................................................................................................99
Firmware Upgrade .....................................................................................................................100
Updating the Firmware ....................................................................................................100
Full Disaster Recovery ....................................................................................................102
Accessing the Help ....................................................................................................................102
Retrieving Software Packages Information .....................................................................102
Browsing through the Online Help...................................................................................102
Chapter 6 Using SNMP 104
Enabling SNMP..........................................................................................................................104
Configuring Users for Encrypted SNMP v3 ...............................................................................105
Configuring SNMP Traps...........................................................................................................106
SNMP Gets and Sets.................................................................................................................107
The Dominion PX MIB .....................................................................................................107
A Note about Enabling Thresholds ............................................................................................109
Chapter 7 Using the Command Line Interface 110
About the Interface.....................................................................................................................110
Logging in to CLI........................................................................................................................110
With HyperTerminal.........................................................................................................111
With SSH or Telnet..........................................................................................................112
Different CLI Modes and Prompts ...................................................................................113
Closing a Serial Connection ............................................................................................113
Help Command ..........................................................................................................................113
Showing Information ..................................................................................................................114
Showing the Network Configuration ................................................................................114
Showing the PDU Configuration......................................................................................114
Showing the Networking Mode........................................................................................115
Showing Network Service Settings..................................................................................115
Showing the Outlet Information .......................................................................................115
Showing the Inlet Information ..........................................................................................116
Showing the Circuit Breaker Information.........................................................................117
Showing the External Sensor Information .......................................................................118
Showing Inlet Sensors.....................................................................................................119
Showing Inlet Pole Sensors.............................................................................................120
Showing Circuit Breaker Sensors....................................................................................121
Showing Environmental Sensors.....................................................................................122
Showing the Security Setting...........................................................................................122
Examples .........................................................................................................................122
Configuring the PDU and Network.............................................................................................124
Entering the Configuration Mode.....................................................................................124
PDU Configuration Commands .......................................................................................125
Networking Configuration Commands.............................................................................127
Security Configuration Commands..................................................................................133
Outlet Configuration Commands .....................................................................................133
Inlet Configuration Commands ........................................................................................134
Circuit Breaker Configuration Commands.......................................................................134
Environmental Sensor Configuration Commands ...........................................................135

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Sensor Configuration Commands ...................................................................................137
Multi-Command Syntax ...................................................................................................158
Querying Available Parameters for a Command.............................................................159
Quitting the Configuration Mode......................................................................................160
Resetting Dominion PX..............................................................................................................160
Restarting the PDU..........................................................................................................160
Resetting to Factory Defaults ..........................................................................................161
Network Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................161
Entering the Diagnostic Mode .........................................................................................161
Diagnostic Commands ....................................................................................................161
Quitting the Diagnostic Mode ..........................................................................................164
Retrieving Previous Commands ................................................................................................164
Automatically Completing a Command......................................................................................164
Logging out of CLI......................................................................................................................165
Appendix A Specifications 166
Maximum Ambient Operating Temperature ..............................................................................166
Sensor RJ-12 Port Pinouts ........................................................................................................166
Appendix B Equipment Setup Worksheet 167
Appendix C MAC Addresses of Zero U Models 171
Appendix D LDAP Configuration Illustration 172
Step A. Determine User Accounts and Groups .........................................................................172
Step B. Configure User Groups on the AD Server ....................................................................173
Step C. Configure LDAP Authentication on the Dominion PX Device.......................................174
Step D. Configure User Groups on the Dominion PX Device....................................................176
Appendix E Resetting to Factory Defaults 180
Using the Reset Button..............................................................................................................180
Using the CLI command ............................................................................................................181
Appendix F Non-Zero Readings While No Loads Attached 183
Index 185

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This user guide is applicable to the PX-1000 series models only, whose
model name follows the PX2-1nnn format, such as PX2-1724, PX2-1493,
PX2-1180 and so on.
Applicable Models

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Dominion PX is an intelligent power distribution unit (PDU). The intended
use of the Raritan Dominion PX 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.
With Dominion PX, you can remotely monitor power to devices in the data
center and keep track or be notified of any significant power events or
alerts.
In This Chapter
Product Models..........................................................................................1
Product Features .......................................................................................1
Package Contents .....................................................................................2
Product Models
Dominion PX comes in several models that are built to stock and can be
obtained almost immediately. Raritan also offers custom models that are
built to order and can only be obtained on request.
Visit Raritan website (http://www.raritan.com) or contact your local
reseller for a list of available models.
Product Features
Dominion PX models vary in sizes and features. In general, Dominion PX
features include:
•The ability to monitor the following at the inlet level:
- Active energy (Wh)
- Active power (W)
- Apparent power (VA)
- Power factor
- RMS current per line (A)
- RMS voltage per line pair (V)
•The ability to monitor the following at the circuit breaker level:
- Status (closed/open)
- Current drawn (A)
- Current remaining (A)
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•The ability to monitor environmental factors such as external
temperature and humidity
•User-specified location attributes for environmental sensors
•An audible alarm (beeper) to indicate current overload
•Configurable alarm thresholds and hysteresis
•Support for SNMP v1, v2, and v3
•The ability to send traps using the SNMP protocol
•The ability to store a history of sampled data at all levels (unit, circuit
breaker, and so on) via SNMP
Note: Raritan's Power IQ or other external systems can retrieve the
stored data (samples) from Dominion PX.
•The ability to configure and set values through SNMP, including power
threshold levels
•The ability to save one Dominion PX device's configuration settings
and then deploy those settings to other Dominion PX devices
•Local branch circuit breakers on products rated over 20A to protect
connected equipment against overload and short circuits
•IEC62053-21 class 1 accuracy standard for PDU-level measurements,
including active energy, current and voltage
•+/-2% circuit breaker current accuracy with separate Current
Transformers (CTs) per circuit breaker
•A combination of outlet types (for example, C13 and C19 outlets) in
select models
•A combination of outlet voltages (120 and 208 volts) in select models
•Support for high current devices (such as Blade Servers) in select
models
•Full disaster recovery in case of firmware upgrade failure
Package Contents
The following sub-topics describe the equipment and other material
included in the product package.
Zero U Products
•Dominion PX device
•Screws, brackets and/or buttons for Zero U
•A null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on both ends (Raritan
number: 254-01-0006-00) (optional)
•Cable retention clips for outlets or the inlet (for PX-1000 series only)

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1U Products
•Dominion PX device
•1U bracket pack and screws
•A null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on both ends (Raritan
number: 254-01-0006-00) (optional)
•Cable retention clips for outlets or the inlet (for PX-1000 series only)
2U Products
•Dominion PX device
•2U bracket pack and screws
•A null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on both ends (Raritan
number: 254-01-0006-00) (optional)
•Cable retention clips for outlets or the inlet (for PX-1000 series only)

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This chapter describes how to rackmount a Zero U Dominion PX device.
To mount a PX-1000 series PDU, you can use either two buttons or
L-brackets that Raritan provided.
In This Chapter
Rackmount Safety Guidelines ...................................................................4
Mounting Zero U Models Using Two Rear Buttons...................................5
Mounting Zero U Models Using L-Brackets and Buttons ..........................6
Rackmount Safety Guidelines
In Raritan products which require rack mounting, follow these precautions:
Operation temperature in a closed rack environment may be
greater than room temperature. Do not exceed the rated
maximum ambient temperature of the Power Distribution Units.
See Specifications (on page 166) in the User Guide.
Ensure sufficient airflow through the rack environment.
Mount equipment in the rack carefully to avoid uneven mechanical
loading.
Connect equipment to the supply circuit carefully to avoid
overloading circuits.
Ground all equipment properly, especially supply connections, to
the branch circuit.
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Mounting Zero U Models Using Two Rear Buttons
This section describes how to mount a PX-1000 series PDU using two
buttons only.
To mount Zero U models using two buttons:
1. Turn to the rear of the PDU.
2. Locate two screw holes on the rear panel: one near the bottom and
the other near the top (the side of cable gland).
3. Screw a button in the screw hole near the bottom.
4. Screw a button in the screw hole near the top.

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5. Ensure that the two buttons can engage their mounting holes in the
rack or cabinet simultaneously.
6. Press the Dominion PX device forward, pushing the mounting buttons
through the mounting holes, then letting the device drop slightly. This
secures the Dominion PX device in place and completes the
installation.
Mounting Zero U Models Using L-Brackets and Buttons
This section describes how to mount a PX-1000 series PDU using
L-brackets and two buttons.
To mount Zero U models using L-brackets and two buttons:
1. Align the two central holes of the L-bracket with the two screw holes
on the top of the PDU.

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2. Screw the L-bracket to the PDU and ensure the bracket is fastened
securely.
3. Repeat Steps 1 to 2 to screw another L-bracket to the bottom of the
PDU.
4. After both L-brackets are installed on the PDU, you can choose either
of the following ways to mount the PDU in the rack.
Using rack screws, fasten the PDU to the rack through the two
upper holes of each L-bracket.
Mount the PDU by screwing a mounting button in the back center
of each L-bracket and then having both buttons engage the
mounting holes in the rack.

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This chapter explains how to install a Dominion PX device and configure it
for network connectivity.
In This Chapter
Before You Begin ......................................................................................8
Configuring Dominion PX ..........................................................................9
Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional) .......................................15
Before You Begin
Before beginning the installation, perform the following activities:
•Unpack the product and components
•Prepare the installation site
•Fill out the equipment setup worksheet
Unpacking the Product and Components
1. Remove the Dominion PX device and other equipment from the box in
which they were shipped. See Package Contents (on page 2) for a
complete list of the contents of the box.
2. Compare the serial number of the equipment with the number on the
packing slip located on the outside of the box and make sure they
match.
3. Inspect the equipment carefully. If any of the equipment is damaged or
missing, contact Raritan's Technical Support Department for
assistance.
4. Verify that all circuit breakers on the Dominion PX device are set to
ON. If not, turn them ON.
Note: Not all Dominion PX devices have circuit breakers or
overcurrent protection mechanisms.
Preparing the Installation Site
1. Make sure the installation area is clean and free of extreme
temperatures and humidity.
Note: If necessary, contact Raritan Technical Support for the
maximum operating temperature for your model. See Maximum
Ambient Operating Temperature (on page 166).
2. Allow sufficient space around the Dominion PX device for cabling and
outlet connections.
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3. Review the Safety Instructions (on page iii) listed in the beginning of
this user guide.
Filling Out the Equipment Setup Worksheet
An Equipment Setup Worksheet is provided in this guide. See Equipment
Setup Worksheet (on page 167). Use this worksheet to record the model,
serial number, and use of each IT device connected to Dominion PX.
As you add and remove devices, keep the worksheet up to date.
Checking the Branch Circuit Rating
This section describes the rating of the branch circuit supplying power to
the PDU:
The rating of the branch circuit shall be in accordance with national
and local electrical codes.
For North American, the rating of the branch circuit may be up to
125% greater than the rating of the PDU, unless prohibited by
national or local electrical codes.
20A for PDUs rated at 16A input current
30A for PDUs rated at 24A input current
40A for PDUs rated at 32A input current
50A for PDUs rated at 35A input current
50A for PDUs rated at 40A input current
60A for PDUs rated at 45A input current
In North America, external overcurrent protectors shall be certified
by UL/CSA. In other regions or countries, make sure they comply
with national and local electrical codes.
Configuring Dominion PX
You must connect the Dominion PX device to a computer to configure it,
using a serial connection between Dominion PX and the computer.
The computer must have a communications program such as
HyperTerminal or PuTTY. In addition, you need a null-modem cable with
DB9 connectors on both ends (Raritan part number: 254-01-0006-00).

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Installing Cable Retention Clips (Optional)
If your Dominion PX device is designed to use a cable retention clip, install
the clip before connecting a power cord. A cable retention clip prevents the
connected power cord from coming loose or falling off.
To install and use a cable retention clip:
1. Locate two tiny holes adjacent to the outlet (or inlet).
2. Install the cable retention clip by inserting two ends of the clip into the
tiny holes.
Zero U models 1U models
3. Connect the power cord to the outlet (or inlet), and press the clip
toward the power cord until it holds the cord firmly.
Zero U models 1U models
Connecting the PDU to a Power Source
1. Verify that all circuit breakers on the Dominion PX device are set to
ON. If not, turn them ON.
Note: Not all Dominion PX devices have circuit breakers or
overcurrent protection mechanisms.