Page 3 - User Manual
User Manual PCR8 PCS12 PCS20 Raritan Computer Inc. 400 Cottontail Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 USA Tel. 1-732-764-8886 Fax. 1-732-764-8887 E-mail: [email protected] http://www.raritan.com Raritan Computer Europe, B.V. Eglantierbaan 16 2908 LV Capelle aan den IJssel The Netherlands Tel. 31-10-284-4040 Fax...
Page 8 - ii
ii T ABLE O F C ONTENTS R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL C ONFIGURATION ............................................................................................ 20 Manage Users ...................................................................................................................................
Page 9 - Safety Instructions; Appendix A: Specifications
Safety Instructions 1. This unit is intended for indoor use only. 2. Do not install near water or expose this unit to moisture. 3. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. 4. Do not use extension cords. 5. Do not attempt to make any internal changes to the power source. Do no...
Page 11 - HAPTER; Product Features
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...
Page 12 - Product Photos
2 R EMOTE P OWER C ONTROL U SER G UIDE Product Photos PCR8 PCS12 PCS20
Page 13 - Chapter 4: Operation
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...
Page 14 - PCR8 Quick Start; EIA-232 Serial Connection
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...
Page 15 - PCR8 Operation; Viewing the Status Menu; Controlling Outlets; only; On
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...
Page 16 - PCR8 Configuration
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...
Page 17 - PCS12 Quick Start
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...
Page 18 - PCS12 Operation
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...
Page 19 - PCS12 Configuration
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...
Page 20 - PCS20 Quick Start
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...
Page 21 - PCS20 Operation
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...
Page 22 - PCS20 Configuration
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...
Page 23 - Unpacking; Appendix B: Equipment Setup Worksheet; Preparing the Installation Site
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...
Page 24 - Connecting the Remote Power Control Unit
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 ...
Page 25 - Power
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 ...
Page 26 - Circuit Breaker; Outlet Circuit Breaker:; The EIA-232 Serial Connection
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...
Page 27 - Remote Power Control Operation; Operation and Configuration; Enter
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...
Page 28 - all
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...
Page 29 - Reboot; REBOOT 0; ALL; Help
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...
Page 30 - Remote Power Control Configuration; Manage Users; Add a User
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...
Page 31 - Delete a User
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...
Page 32 - Add and Remove Outlets
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. ...
Page 33 - Change Outlet Names
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...
Page 37 - PPENDIX; Remote Power Control / SCS232 Connection Specification; RPC U
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...
Page 41 - PROBLEM; MENU
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...
