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                        JULY 2010 
MPSH8-S20-120V 
MPSH8-S20-208+V 
MPSH8-D20-120V 
MPSH8-D20-208+V 
MPSH16-D20-120V 
MPSH16-D20-208+V
Outlet Managed PDU
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                        FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTS/CE NOTICE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  AND  INDUSTRY CANADA  RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not  installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s  instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.  It has been tested  and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance  with the specifications in Subpart 
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM)  ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de  que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para  referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de  operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El
                    
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                        NOM STATEMENT 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización  del equipo no sea eliminada. 13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean  pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo  particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato. 14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las  recomendaciones del fabricante. 15. En caso de existir, una antena
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL BLACK BOX and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB  Technologies, Inc. ProComm is a registered trademark of DATASTORM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.™ Crosstalk is a registered trademark of Digital Communications Associates, Inc. JavaScript is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Telnet is a trademark of Telnet Communications, Inc. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property  of the trademar
                    
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                        WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Secure Racking If secure racked units are installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, they may  require further evaluation by certification agencies.  Consider the following items: 1. The ambient temperature within the rack may be greater than the room ambient  temperature.  Installation should be such that the amount of airflow required for safe  operation is not compromised.  The maximum temperature for the equipment in this  environment is 12
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU Detached 15-Amp “Starter” Cable(s) If the Outlet Managed PDU includes a detached, 125 VAC, 15 Amp “Starter” Cable(s,)  this allows you to connect the Outlet Managed PDU to power for bench testing and initial  start up and is adequate for applications that only require 15 Amps.  For 20-Amp power  switching applications, please use appropriate 20-Amp cables. Units with Attached Power Supply Cable(s) For units with fixed Power Cords the socket-outlet shall be installed near the e
                    
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                        CONTENTS Contents 1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2. Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  2.1. Installing the Outlet Managed PDU Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15   2.1.1. Apply Power to the Outlet Managed PDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15   2.1.2. Connect your PC to the Outlet Managed PDU . . . . . . . . . . . 
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU 5. Configuration (continued)   5.3.6. Scripting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46    5.3.6.1. Automated Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  5.4. User Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48   5.4.1. Command Access Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49   5.4.2. Plug Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
                    
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                        CONTENTS 5. Configuration (continued)   5.9.11. Email Messaging Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88  5.10. Save User Selected Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90   5.10.1. Restore Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 6. Reboot Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  6.1. Ping-No-Answer Reboot . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU 9. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137  9.1. Operation via the Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137   9.1.1. The Plug Control Screen - Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . 137   9.1.2. The Plug Group Control Screen - Web Browser Interface . . 139  9.2. Operation via the Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140   9.2.1. Switch
                    
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                        CONTENTS 15. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167  15.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167  15.2. Restoring Saved Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168  15.3. Restoring Previously Saved Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 16. Upgrading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
                    
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                        CHAPTER 1:  Specifications 1.  Specifications Physical/Environmental: Models MPSH8-S20-120V, MPSH8-S20-208+V,  MPSH8-D20-120V and  MPSH8-D20-208+V: Width:  19”  (48.3 cm) (Including Rack Brackets) Depth:  8.7”  (22.1 cm) Height:  1.75”  (4.5 cm) One Rack U Models MPSH16-D20-120V, MPSH16-D20-208+V: Width:  19”  (48.3 cm) (Including Rack Brackets) Depth:  8.7”  (22.1 cm) Height:  3.5”  (8.9 cm)  Two Rack U Operating Temperature:  32˚F to 122˚F (0˚C to 50˚C) Humidity:  10 - 90% RH Operating Tempera
                    
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                        CHAPTER 2:  Quick Start Guide 2.  Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide describes a simplified installation procedure for the Outlet  Managed PDU hardware, which will allow you to communicate with the unit in  order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation. Note that this Quick Start Guide does not provide a detailed description of unit  configuration, or discuss advanced operating features in detail.  In order to take full  advantage of the features provided by this unit,
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU 2.1.2. Connect your PC to the Outlet Managed PDU The Outlet Managed PDU can either be controlled by a local PC, that communicates  with the unit via the SetUp port, controlled via external modem, or controlled via  TCP/IP network.  In order to switch plugs or select parameters, commands are issued  to the Outlet Managed PDU via either the Network Port or SetUp Port.  Note that it  is not necessary to connect to both the Network and SetUp Ports, and that the SetUp  Port can be 
                    
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                        CHAPTER 2:  Quick Start Guide 1. Access Command Mode:  The Outlet Managed PDU includes two separate  user interfaces; the Text Interface and the Web Browser Interface.  The Text  Interface is available via Local PC, SNMP, SSH Client, Telnet, or Modem,  and the Web Browser interface is only available via TCP/IP network.  In  addition, when contacted via PDA, the Outlet Managed PDU will also  present a third interface, which is similar to the Web Browser Interface, but  offers limited command func
                    
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                        OUTLET MANAGED PDU a) Reboot Outlet: i. Web Browser Interface:  Click on the "Plug Control" link on  the left hand side of the screen to display the Plug Control Menu.   From the Plug Control Menu, click the down arrow in the row  for Plug A1 to display the dropdown menu, then select "Reboot"  from the drop down menu and click on the "Execute Plug Actions"  button. ii. Text Interface:  Type /BOOT A1 and press [Enter].   b) Switch Outlet Off: i. Web Browser Interface:  From the Plug Control Menu,
                    
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                        CHAPTER 3:  Overview 3.  Overview The Outlet Managed PDU allows secure, remote metering and management of  AC powered rack mount equipment via SSL, SSH, SNMP, web browser, telnet,  external modem or local terminal.  The Outlet Managed PDU can monitor power  to your equipment, and automatically notify you when changes in current levels,  temperature, circuit breaker status or other factors exceed user-defined   threshold values. Power Metering and Management: The Outlet Managed PDU can constantly