Raritan PCS20 - Manuals

C HAPTER 1: I NTRODUCTION 1 C HAPTER 1: I NTRODUCTION The Raritan Remote Power Control unit is a full-featured AC power management solution that provides an easy way to control power of remote equipment. It provides system administrators with the capability to securely monitor and control power to d...

2 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Product Photos PCR8 PCS12 PCS20

C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART 3 C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART This chapter is designed for users who want fast setup and familiarization of the Remote Power Control unit. Detailed information on each of the functions and steps of operation and configuration outlined here are found in Chapter 4: Operation an...

4 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE PCR8 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the...

C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART 5 PCR8 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCR8 unit powers ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: PCR8 Status Menu Note : If the Status menu does not appear, ensure that the correct cables and adapters are being used a...

6 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE PCR8 Configuration At the PCR8> prompt, type CONFIG and press the < Enter > key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR8 Configuration Menu 1. Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users and assign control of selected outlet...

C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART 7 PCS12 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCS12 uni...

8 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE PCS12 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS12 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: PCS12 Status Menu Note : If the Status menu does not appear, ensure that the correct cables and adapter...

C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART 9 PCS12 Configuration At the PCS12> prompt, type CONFIG and press the < Enter > key. The Configuration menu appears: PCS12 Configuration Menu 1. Manage Users – Manage Users allows a user to add or delete users, and assign control of selected outlets. 2. Change Outl...

10 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE PCS20 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection 1. With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on t...

C HAPTER 2: Q UICK S TART 11 PCS20 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS20 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: PCS20 Status Menu Note : If the Status menu does not appear, ensure that the correct cables and adapters are bein...

12 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE PCS20 Configuration At the PCS20> prompt, type CONFIG and press the < Enter > key. The Configuration menu appears: PCS20 Configuration Menu 1. Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users, and assign control of selected o...

C HAPTER 3: I NSTALLATION 13 C HAPTER 3: I NSTALLATION Unpacking Compare the unit and serial number of the equipment to the number on the packing slip located on the outside of the box and make sure they match. Log the information on the worksheet in Appendix B: Equipment Setup Worksheet . Inspect e...

14 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE The Power Control Units RJ-45 control port uses the following signals: EIA-232 RJ-45 PIN/SIGNAL DEFINITION P IN EIA-232 S IGNAL D IRECTION D ESCRIPTION 1 DTR Output +10V when activated by DCD; toggles upon logout for modem disconnect. 2 GND ---- Signal Ground ...

C HAPTER 3: I NSTALLATION 15 PCS12 and PCS20 RJ-45 Port Connecting the Computer to a PCS12 or a PCS20 Power As soon as the Remote Power Control unit is plugged into a wall outlet, it powers ON. A green LED on the front panel is illuminated. If disconnected from a power source, the unit’s LED is not ...

16 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Circuit Breaker In the case of power overload, the circuit breaker automatically trips. Determine the cause of the tripped circuit breaker, correct the problem, and reset the circuit breaker by depressing the circuit breaker button. This button is located on t...

C HAPTER 4: O PERATION AND C ONFIGURATION 17 C HAPTER 4: O PERATION AND C ONFIGURATION Note : Please type all commands carefully. Inaccurate entries can cause error messages and the return to the previous menu. Remote Power Control Operation The PCR8, PCS12, and PCS20 models are configured in the sa...

18 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Controlling Outlets Any of the commands on the Help menu shown in this and the next section, Help , can be executed from the Status menu. The primary commands to set or change the status of an outlet are ON, OFF, and REBOOT. Enter one of the following commands...

C HAPTER 4: O PERATION AND C ONFIGURATION 19 Reboot Type REBOOT n at the PCR8> prompt and press the < Enter > key to reboot or reset equipment attached to Outlet “n.” When the REBOOT command is sent from the prompt, the Remote Power Control unit powers OFF the corresponding outlet for appro...

20 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Remote Power Control Configuration The Remote Power Control unit’s Configuration menu allows users to set or change passwords and customize outlet names in order to easily identify attached equipment. Users can also enable or disable command confirmation, enab...

C HAPTER 4: O PERATION AND C ONFIGURATION 21 For Example: The new user’s name is Raritan. Type < 1 > at the Enter Request: prompt and press the < Enter > key. Type < Raritan > at the Enter User Name: prompt and press the < Enter > key. Raritan appears as User 1. Remember that...

22 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Add and Remove Outlets Once the user list is populated, specific outlets can be assigned or removed from any user’s control. When viewing the list of users, type the user number to assign outlets at the Enter Request: prompt and press the < Enter > key. ...

C HAPTER 4: O PERATION AND C ONFIGURATION 23 For Example: If “Raritan” currently controls all outlets, to remove control of outlets 1, 4, 5, and 6, type < 1, 4, 5, 6 >at the Enter Request: prompt and press the < Enter > key. The status of the assigned outlet will change from Y to N below...

A PPENDIX A: S PECIFICATIONS 27 A PPENDIX A: S PECIFICATIONS PCR8 PCS12 PCS20 P OWER O UTLET 8 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 15 Amp 12 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 20 Amp 20 each 115 VAC 60 Hz 20 Amp C IRCUIT B REAKER 125 VAC 15 Amp 125 VAC 20 Amp 125 VAC 20 Amp EIA-232 S ERIAL P ORT 8-pin modular connector (RJ-45) 8 pi...

A PPENDIX C: T ROUBLESHOOTING 31 A PPENDIX C: T ROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No menu visible Blank Screen Cables Adapters Parameters Ensure correct cables and adapters are being used and are connected properly. Verify serial parameters are correctly configured. Password doe...