socomec iPDU User manual

iPDU
Advanced Power Distribution Unit
Version 1.0
Installation and operating manual GB
Manuel d’installation et d’utilisation FR
Manuale di installazione e uso IT

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About this Manual
Congratulations on purchasing the iPDU. This user manual provides a detailed description of the hardware components and how
to use the iPDU. Read this manual carefully and follow the instructions when using the iPDU.
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PREFACE

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SUMMARY
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1. Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2. Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. INTRODUCING IPDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2. Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3. Hardware Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1. Attaching the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2. Attaching the brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.3. Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.4. Making Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.5. Connecting Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.6. Connecting Output Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.7. Connecting Digital Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.8. Connecting EMD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.9. Connecting the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.10. Connecting to a LAN/WAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.11. Daisy Chaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4. USING THE CONSOLE MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.1. Using HyperTerminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2. Navigating through the Console Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.3. Setting the IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5. USING THE WEB INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1. Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2. Modifying the Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3. Modifying Application Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6. APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.2. Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.3. Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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1.1. Safety Instructions
Follow these safety instructions to avoid personal injury and damage to the iPDU.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install the unit in a temperature-controlled indoor area free from conductive contaminants.
Do not place the unit near liquids or in an excessively damp environment.
• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the unit.
• The unit does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not open the unit.
• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of this equipment must be performed by qualified service personnel. Remove rings, watches
and other jewellery before servicing the unit.
• Before maintenance, repair or shipment, the unit must be completely switched off and unplugged and all connections must be
removed.
• Before plugging in the device power cable, make sure the power source rating matches the power rating of the iPDU.
• Use a standard power cable when connecting any device to the iPDU outlets.
• The digital output only can connect switches, indicators, or other output devices that are normally open or normally closed.
1.2. Safety Notices
CAUTION:
This unit has been provided with a realtime clock circuit. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with a 3V Lithium cell (CR2032) or equivalent type. Discard used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
CAUTION:
Rack-Mounted Equipment – The unit is intended to be rack-mounted; the Installation Instructions will include
the following when the unit is mounted in a rack system.
A. The equipment is to be installed in an environment where the maximum ambient temperature must not exceed
50°C.”
B. The openings on the casing are for air convection to protect the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER
THE OPENINGS.
C. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A drop or fall could cause injury or damage.
D. The equipment shall be installed according to the manufacturer's specifications. Verify the voltage of the
power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Load currentand power outputmust not
exceed specification values.
E. This equipment must be earthed before use.
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Congratulations on purchasing the iPDU, an intelligent power management system. The iPDU is designed to measure input and
individual outlet current consumption, and sends an auto email history report to the supervisor for billing. The iPDU II also manages
power for any combination of network equipment connected to it. Users can control the on/off power supply for any device connected
to the iPDU remotely, using a console or Ethernet connections. The iPDU comes with twelve power outlets, each of which can be
monitored and controlled through a console or web interfaces.
The iPDU is also equipped with a console port for connecting an EMD (Environmental Monitoring Device) to detect temperature and
humidity along with two alarms that can be activated when either of the sensors shows unusual values. The iPDU is provided with
two digital outputs which users can use for connecting status indicators or digital switches.
2. INTRODUCING iPDU
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2.1. Features
• Power consumption calculation every hour and daily totals
• Detailed data logging for statistical analysis and diagnosis then auto email history report daily
• Daisy-chaining can cascade up to 6 iPDU II items
• Sequential power-up on outlets - Allows users to configure the sequence in which power is turned on or off for each outlet
• Intelligently turns on/off devices based on event occurrence or planned schedules
• Event notification via pop-up/sending trap or e-mail
• Twelve power outlets that can be turned on or off in multiple ways, with easy monitoring of current consumption
• Over-current monitoring for each outlet (threshold settings for over-current warnings and alerts)
• Versatile sensors supported through EMD (Environmental Monitoring Device) inputs
• Activates extended devices via digital outputs
• Comprehensive power management and flexible configuration through web browser, NMS, Telnet, SNMP, or HyperTerminal
(console)
• Supports Secure Socket Layer V3 and Secure Shell V1 protocols
• Administrator and multiple users with password protection for double-layered security
• Address-specific IP security masks to prevent unauthorised access
• User-friendly interface to display input and output status
• Upgrade utility for easy firmware upgrade
• Available in 120V and 230V models

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2. INTRODUCING iPDU
2.2. Package Contents
Make sure the iPDU package has the following items. If any of the items is missing or damaged, contact your nearest service centre
or retailer.
2.2-1
2.3-1 Front Panel of 2-inlet Model
2.3-2 Front Panel of 1-inlet Model
1. iPDU
2. Ears (x2)
3. U-type handles (x2)
4. U-type handle screws (x4)
5. Bracket screws (x6)
6. Feet screws (x4)
7. Software CD
8. Feet (x4)
9. Quick Install Guide
10. Power cable (x2) for 2-inlet model;
Power cable (x1) for 1-inlet model
11. Serial cable
2.3. Hardware Components
Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the iPDU front and rear panels. The following sections provide descriptions of the front
and rear panel components and how to use them.

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Component Description
1. Input power status indicator 2-inlet Model: Displays power status for each input power G1 through G2
1-inlet Model: Displays power status for the input power G1
2. Output power status indicator
(A ~ L) Displays power status for each power outlet A to L
3. Status indicator Displays input current, voltage, frequency, error code and the number of daisy chains
4. Daisy-chaining mode DIP Switch
(C-link DIP)
Set the daisy-chaining mode for iPDU.
Auto mode: For the master iPDU, set all the DIP switches of the C- link to ON by moving
all the switches downwards; for all the other iPDU (slave iPDU IIs) in the daisy chain,
set all the DIP switches of the C- link to OFF by moving all the switches upwards. After
setting the DIP switches for all the iPDU s in the daisy chain, the daisy chain ID can be
assigned for each iPDU automatically.
Manual mode: The daisy chain ID for all iPDUs is assigned by the user manually. Please
refer to DIP Switch Setting Table on page 20.
5. Reset button Enables you to reset the iPDU if the system locks up.
6. Operation mode DIP switch
Set the mode of operation for the iPDU.
Default mode (S1 off, S2 off): Set the DIP switches S1 and S2 to OFF by moving the
switches upwards for normal operations.
7. Serial (CONSOLE) Port Enables you to configure the iPDU using the serial port. Users can also connect an
optional EMD to this port.
8. Digital output Connects to digital outputs that are normally open or normally closed.
9. Breaker Prevents excessive current flow to protect the system.
Status indicator Description
Input and Output power status
indicator
Display status of each power input and outlet (A ~ L) as follows:
Input/Output power indicator: Displays the input / output power status.
• Grey: power off
• Green: power on
• Red: power fault
Input power status indicator
Displays input voltage (Volts), input current (Amps), frequency (Hz), and the number of
daisy chains sequentially on the 7-segment switching display. This indicator also shows
system errors in the form of an error code such E01, E02, E03 and so on.
Refer to Error codes on page 36 under the appendix for a list of all error codes.
Status indicators
The front panel of the iPDU has several LED indicators that provide information about the input and output power status. The following
table describes these status indicators.

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1 2
3
A B C D E F G H I J K L
A B C D E F G H I J K L
2.3-3 Rear Panel of 2-inlet Model
2.3-4 Rear Panel of 1-inlet Model
Component Description
1. Input power (G1 ~ G2)
Connects to a power outlet
2-inlet model:
•G1 supplies power to outlet A to F
• G2 supplies power to outlet G to L
1-inlet model:
•G1 supplies power to outlet A to L
2. Power Outlet(A ~ L)
Connects a device to each power outlet to supply it with power.
Note: Three outlets group into one unit and the maximum load is 10 Amps for one
unit or one outlet.
3. Daisy-chaining (C-link) port Enables users to cascade next iPDU II through an USB cable.
4. Ethernet (LAN) port Enables users to configure the iPDU through a LAN or WAN

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3. GETTING STARTED
3.1-1
3.2-1
This section provides information about setting up the iPDU, connecting power, and connecting devices to it before users start using
it for power management. Read this section carefully to learn how to connect various devices to the iPDU.
3.1. Attaching the feet
The iPDU comes with four feet or spacers that are attached to the bottom. Use the four screws provided with the feet to attach them
to the bottom of the iPDU as shown:
Note: Users do not need to attach the feet if the iPDU is going to be installed in a rack.
3.2. Attaching the brackets
The iPDU is designed to be placed in a rack arrangement and comes with two brackets to help users move the device easily. Attach
each bracket with the three screws provided in the package.
3.3. Rack Mounting
The iPDU can be installed in most standard 19” (1U) racks. After attaching the brackets to each side of the device, position the
device in the rack and align the holes on the brackets to the holes on the rack. Use the screws supplied with your racks to tighten
the brackets to the rack.

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3.4-1
The following procedure describes the basic steps needed to set up the iPDU:
1. To set up the hardware, connect power to the power inlet and output devices to the power outlets. Connect devices with normally
open or normally closed conditions to the digital output ports, and an EMD to the console port.
2. To configure the iPDU, users can use the console or LAN port. Connect the iPDU to a console and a LAN to enable its configura-
tion via the console or browser menu.
3. After connecting to a console, use a console application such as Telnet or HyperTerminal to access the console menu. Select
the System Group submenu under the iPDU Configuration to set up the IP address and the system date/time. This IP address
will be used while accessing the web interface to configure the iPDU parameters.
4. After connecting to a LAN, open a browser from a PC on the network and use the iPDU’s IP address specified through the console
menu to open the web interface for system configuration.
The following sections provide instructions on how to make various connections.
3.4. Making Connections
The iPDU is a versatile product that can be connected to several different types of input and output devices. This makes it a useful
tool for connecting devices to it and controlling their power on/off status through its user interface.
The iPDU can be attached to twelve output devices whose power status can be controlled remotely. It also supports an EMD
(Environmental Monitoring Device) connected with sensors for detecting environmental conditions as well as digital outputs to enable
devices with normally open or normally closed conditions. Moreover, the iPDU supports a serial port (console) and Ethernet (LAN/
WAN) connection that lets users control the iPDU outputs remotely.

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3.5. Connecting Input Power
The 2-inlet model of the iPDU has two IEC C20 power inlets for supplying and managing power for the output devices. The 1-inlet
model has just one inlet for supplying power to all outlets. For each inlet, connect the power cable to the power inlet and plug the
other end into a power outlet as shown:
3.5-1
3.6-1
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3.6. Connecting Output Devices
The iPDU has twelve power outlets for connecting devices such as workstations, servers, and printers. Their power on/off status
can be controlled remotely through the LAN and Console ports. Connect the power connectors of the devices to each of the power
outlets A to L with the power cables supplied with the devices as shown:
3.7. Connecting Digital Outputs
The iPDU provides two digital outputs to which users can connect switches, indicators, or other output devices that are normally
open or normally closed. Users can control the digital outputs remotely through the console or over the LAN/WAN.

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3.8. Connecting EMD
An Environmental Monitoring Device (EMD) that is connected to sensors for detecting temperature, humidity, water leaks etc. can
be connected to the iPDU with the console port. The EMD can also be connected to alarms or indicators and controlled through
the iPDU. Connect the EMD to the console port as shown:
3.8-1
After connecting to EMD, open a browser from a PC on the network. The temperature and humidity status is automatically displayed
on the iPDU II Status page.

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3.9. Connecting the Console
Users can control the output devices and manage the power status through a console or serial connection with a PC. Use the serial
cable provided in the iPDU package to connect the COM port of the PC and the CONSOLE port of the iPDU as shown.
Refer to Using the Console Menu on page 17 to learn how to use the console with a console application such as HyperTerminal
or Telnet.
3.9-1
3.10-1
3.10. Connecting to a LAN/WAN
The iPDU has an RJ-45 LAN connection that enables users to monitor and manage the power outlets and digital outputs over the
network. The iPDU has a graphic user interface that allows users to control the device through a web browser. Connect the iPDU
to a free port on the router using an Ethernet cable as shown. Users can then control the iPDU from a PC, laptop, mobile phone,
or PDA which is connected to the router network. Refer to page 19 for details on how to control the iPDU and its output devices
through the web.
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3.11. Daisy Chaining
To manage more devices, up to 5 additional iPDUs can be daisy chained to the first unit. Follow instructions below to set up a daisy
chain installation.
1. For each iPDU that you add to the chain, use USB cables to connect it to the parent iPDU’s C-Link Port. The upper C-Link port
( ) of child iPDU II is connected to lower C-Link port ( ) of its parent iPDU II and the lower C-Link port ( ) of the lowest
level iPDU II is connected to the highest level parent’s upper C-Link port ( ) to form a cyclic (ring) structure as illustrated in the
following diagram
2. The daisy chain installation can operate in Auto mode or Manual mode. Use daisy-chaining mode DIP switch (C-link DIP) to set
the operation mode.
Auto mode: For the master iPDU, set all the DIP switches of the C- link to ON by moving all the switches downwards; for all the
other iPDUs (slave iPDU IIs) in the daisy chain, set all the DIP switches of the C- link to OFF by moving all the switches
upwards. After setting the DIP switches for all the iPDUs in the daisy chain, the daisy chain ID can be assigned for
each iPDU automatically.
3.11-1
DIP Switch Setting Table for Daisy Chain ID in Auto mode
DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4 Daisy Chain ID
OFF OFF OFF OFF Slave01 to Slave05, automatically
assigned by iPDU
ON ON ON ON Master
Down: ON ; Up: OFF

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DIP Switch Setting Table for Daisy Chain ID in Manual mode
DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4 Daisy Chain ID
OFF OFF OFF OFF 15
OFF OFF OFF ON 14
OFF OFF ON OFF 13
OFF OFF ON ON 12
OFF ON OFF OFF 11
OFF ON OFF ON 10
OFF ON ON OFF 9
OFF ON ON ON 8
ON OFF OFF OFF 7
ON OFF OFF ON 6
ON OFF ON OFF 5
ON OFF ON ON 4
ON ON OFF OFF 3
ON ON OFF ON 2
ON ON ON OFF 1
ON ON ON ON 0
Down: ON ; Up: OFF
Manual mode: Use DIP switches on the front panel to set the (daisy chain) ID number for each iPDU that you add to the chain.
You may set Daisy Chain ID for the first unit (Master) to 0 (DIP Switches: On, On, On, On) and the ID for the
second unit (Slave 01) to 1(DIP Switches: On, On, On, OFF), etc. The DIP Switch Setting Table for Daisy Chain
ID is described in the following table.
3. After all the iPDUs have been set up, power up all the iPDU IIs.
Note: The total length of all USB cables in the chain must not exceed 8 metres. The USB cable specification is illustrated
in the following diagram.
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All the iPDU and connected devices in the daisy chain can be controlled through the web interface.

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The iPDU is provided with a serial port that enables users to configure and control the system through the PC’s RS-232 serial (COM)
port. Use the serial cable provided to connect the console port to the PC’s COM port as described in Connecting the Console
on page 13. This section describes how to use a console application to control the iPDU and configure its settings such as the IP
address, outlet control parameters, access control table, and trap receivers table.
4.1. Using HyperTerminal
HyperTerminal is a console application in Windows that enables users to configure or control a device through command line param-
eters. Users can configure the iPDU parameters and its outlets through simple numerical commands from a PC keyboard. Users can
also use Telnet or any other console application to control the device in a similar manner.
4. USING THE CONSOLE MENU
4. The Properties window will open. Click Restore Defaults to
use the default settings. Make sure that the Bits per second =
”9600”, Data Bits = “8”, Parity = “None”, Stop bits = “1” and
Flow Control = “None”. Click OK when completed.
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Follow these steps to start HyperTerminal and communicate
with the iPDU:
1. To start HyperTerminal click Start, Programs, Accessories,
Communications, and HyperTerminal from the Windows
Start button.
2. A New Connection opens. Type a name for the connection
in the Name field and select an icon for the connection. Click
OK when completed.
3. From the Connect using drop-down box, select the COM
port that users have connected to the iPDU. Click OK when
completed.
5. Press any key. The iPDU Configuration Utility Main menu
will open and users will be prompted for a password. Type the
default password (public) and press Enter to continue.
The main menu options are displayed iPDU Configuration Utility Main menu
1. iPDU Configuration
2. Outlet Control
3. Digital Output Control
4. EMD Control
5. Access Control Table
6. Trap Receiver Table
7. Reset Configuration To Default
8. Restart iPDU
0. Exit
Please Enter Your Choice
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iPDU Configuration Utility Main menu
Enter Password: *****

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4. USING THE CONSOLE MENU
4.2. Navigating through the Console Menu
Follow these steps to navigate through the console menu to modify settings:
• To select a submenu type the number corresponding to the
submenu and press Enter. For example, to select the iPDU
Configuration menu, type 1and press Enter. Submenus may
have further nested menus which can also be accessed by
typing the appropriate number.
• To modify a menu option, select the option with its correspond-
ing number and then type the new values for the option. For
instance, to change the system date, first select the System
Date option by typing 4from the System Group and press
Enter. Then type the date in the specified format (dd/mm/yyyy)
and press Enter to save the changes.
• Type 0(zero) to return to a previous or higher-level menu.
The console menu consists of the following submenus:
• iPDU Configuration: This is the primary menu consisting of various submenus such as the system submenu to sett the IP
address, date, and time, the control submenu to set the administrator user name, password, and access protocols, the parameter
submenu to set identification information, and the e-mail submenu to configure the e-mail settings. This menu also provides the
option under the control group submenu to enable input phase detection which allows the iPDU to turn off outlet power if there is
a phase mismatch.
• Outlet Control: Enables users to control all power outlets and configure each outlet’s name, location, and other parameters.
• Digital Outlet Control: Displays digital output status and enables users to control all digital outputs.
• EMD Control: Displays EMD temperature and humidity and enables users to configure other parameters.
• Access Control Table: Enables users to set up a list of users who can access and control the power outlets.
• Trap Receiver Table: Enables users to set up a list of users who will be alerted with a trap message if an unusual event is triggered
on the iPDU system.
• Reset Configuration to Default: This option sets all system settings to their factory default values.
• Restart iPDU: Enables users to restart the iPDU.
4.3. Setting the IP Address
1. Use the steps described under Navigating through the
Console Menu to navigate the System Group under the
iPDU Configuration menu.
2. Select the IP Address item and set the IP address. This
address lets users access the iPDU in a TCP/IP network (LAN/
WAN). Contact the system administrator for assistance if users
are not sure about which IP address to choose.
Once users have set the IP address they can use the web
interface to modify all other settings. See page 19 for more infor-
mation.
System Group Configuration Menu
Version : iPDU System v1.00 (2M)(SN)
Ethernet address : 00 E0 D8 00 7F 61
1. Ip Address : 10.0.34.51
2. Gateway Address : 10.0.32.1
3. Network Mask : 255.255.240.0
4. System Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : 09/01/2006
5. System Time (hh:mm:ss) : 08:02:57
0. Return to previous menu
Please Enter Your Choice
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System Group Configuration Menu
Version : iPDU System v1.00 (2M)(SN)
Ethernet address : 00 E0 D8 00 7F 61
1. Ip Address : 10.0.34.51
2. Gateway Address : 10.0.32.1
3. Network Mask : 255.255.240.0
4. System Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : 09/01/2006
5. System Time (hh:mm:ss) : 08:02:57
0. Return to previous menu
Please Enter Your Choice
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5. USING THE WEB INTERFACE
The iPDU provides a graphic user interface that can be viewed from a web browser such as Internet Explorer. This enables users to
access and control the iPDU outlets and then its output devices remotely from users’ desktop, laptop, PDA, or even users’ mobile
phone. This section provides instructions about how to use the web interface to configure and control the iPDU remotely.
5.1. Overview
Start a web browser such as Internet Explorer from the host PC or laptop and enter the IP address of the iPDU in the address bar. For
details about setting the IP address of the system see Setting the IP Address on page 18. You will be prompted to enter a Username
(admin) and Password (default password is public). Click Go and the main status page of the iPDU web interface will be displayed.
The main page shows a graphical representation of the iPDU outlets and inputs status as described below:
• The left pane shows the various menus and submenus for the iPDU. Click any menu to display the menu options, expand the menu
items, and modify the menu options as required.
• The front panel displayed in the right pane shows the status of the outlets, input power, input current and Cumulative Kilo-Watt
Hours. Click anywhere on the front panel to see detailed information about the iPDU input and output status.
Note:
• Each menu page provides online help to assist users in configuring the iPDU. Click the icon at the top of each page to view
the help menu.

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5.2. Modifying the Basic Settings
The System menu enables users to configure the iPDU system parameters such as the administrator name, password, IP address,
date, time etc.. Some of these settings have been described here for users’ reference.
5.2.1. Setting the Date and Time
Click Date & Time under System to view and modify the system
date and time. This menu page displays the current iPDU date
and time. Select one of the options to configure the date and time
by setting it manually, synchronising with a computer’s time, or
synchronising it with an NTP server.
Note: When users change the system date and time it affects
various other system settings such as schedule, e-mail, traps,
and logs.
5.2.2. Changing Event Alert Settings
The iPDU sends email or SNMP trap alerts to specified users
when specific events occur. Use the following steps to set the
alerts:
• Click Trap Receivers under System to set up a list of users or
workstations who will be alerted with an SNMP trap message.
Use this menu page to specify the IP addresses of up to 8 trap
receivers, community information, type of trap, severity of trap,
and description of the events that cause the traps.
• Click Email Notification under System to set up a list of up
to 8 users who will be alerted with an email. Use this menu to
specify the mail server, user account, DNS, and other informa-
tion necessary to set up a mail server for sending mail alerts.
Use the Email Receivers Table to add the Email addresses.
(Note: Mail Server, DNS server, and User’s email must be
entered correctly in order to receive email notification)