Cyclades PM IPDU User's Guide

AlterPath PMUser GuideVersion 1.0.8 Revision 6This document contains proprietary information of Cyclades and is not to be disclosed or used except in

Introduction and Overview10 AlterPath PMThe AlterPath PM allows one administrator and up to eight users (not simultaneously) to con-nect to it through

Introduction and OverviewUser Guide 11Standalone ConfigurationIn this configuration, the console port of the AlterPath PM is connected to a computer r

Introduction and Overview12 AlterPath PMDaisy-chained ConfigurationThis example shows three AlterPath PMs operating in a daisy-chained environment. Th

Introduction and OverviewUser Guide 13AlterPath PM plus ACS/TS ConfigurationIn this configuration, the AlterPath PM is configured to work in conjuncti

Introduction and Overview14 AlterPath PMWhat’s in the boxThe AlterPath PM comes with one adapter and one RJ-45 cable. The RJ-45 cable connects to Cycl

Introduction and OverviewUser Guide 15Figure 5: The AlterPath PM8i, its cables, connectors and other box contentsDepending on your site’s location, t

Introduction and Overview16 AlterPath PMFigure 6: Input Power Cables for the AlterPath PM8iOptional Outlet Cable Package8-outlet cables (C13 male to

Introduction and OverviewUser Guide 17Safety InstructionsRead all the following safety guidelines to protect yourself and your AlterPath PM.DANGER! A

Introduction and Overview18 AlterPath PMFCC Warning StatementThe AlterPath PM has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 19Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, and UsageIntroductionThis chapter will allow you t

AlterPath PM Version 1.0.8 Revision 6 User GuideJune, 2003Copyright © Cyclades Corporation, 2003We believe the information in this manual is accurate

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage20 AlterPath PMPre-Install ChecklistThere are several things you will need to confirm prior to installin

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 21Connecting the Power CableConnect a the AlterPath PM’s power cable to a wall outlet. Figure

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage22 AlterPath PMConnecting to the Serial PortPlug one end of the RJ-45 cable into the AlterPath PM “In/Co

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 232. Web interface: once you are logged into the Web interface of the console server, you can

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage24 AlterPath PMReliable EarthingReliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Partic

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 25Figure 9: Rack mount for the AlterPath PM8i UNIX server UPS PBXRouterSwitchAlterPat

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage26 AlterPath PMThe Installation ProcessFollowing are the steps that you will need to perform to install

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 27Default Configuration ParametersThe AlterPath PM’s default configuration is as follows:1. U

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage28 AlterPath PMStep 5: (Optional) Name the outlets using the name command.Step 6: Save the configurati

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 29After logging in, the administrator can choose to change his or her password through the pa

Table of ContentsUser Guide 3PrefacePurpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage30 AlterPath PMAssignAssigns one outlet or group of outlets to a given user. This command is available t

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 31DeluserDeletes one username from the internal database. A maximum of eight characters (not

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage32 AlterPath PMHelpShows the commands supported for that user. For the Admin user, the following would a

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 33The regular user would see the following:pm>helpSyntax of available commands:help - Show

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage34 AlterPath PMListList users created and outlets assigned to each user (for the administrator), or just

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 35NameNames an outlet. A maximum of eight characters (not case sensitive) is allowed. This co

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage36 AlterPath PMOnTurns an outlet or group of outlets on. If more than one outlet is to be powered ON the

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 37Reboot Reboots the IPDU.pm>rebootStarting AlterPath PMRetrieving configuration1: Outlet

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage38 AlterPath PMSaveSaves the current running configuration. Example:pm>saveSaving configuration files

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 39To get the status of outlets 1 through 8 when some of the outlets are locked:pm>status a

Table of Contents4 AlterPath PMConfiguration using CLI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Configuration using

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage40 AlterPath PMUnlockUnlocks an outlet or group of outlets in the current state. The response to this co

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, UsageUser Guide 41Emergency Reset of the Administrator PasswordIn the event the administrator wants to reset

Chapter 2 - Installation, Configuration, Usage42 AlterPath PMStep 5: Change the password for the admin if desired.If you wish, log into the AlterPath

Appendix A - Hardware SpecsUser Guide 43Appendix A - Hardware SpecsIntroductionMajor features of the AlterPath PM8 are listed below:• One 125VAC/15A p

Appendix A - Hardware Specs44 AlterPath PM• 2-digit 7-segment display monitoring global current• LED monitoring ON/OFF for each port• Audible over cur

Appendix A - Hardware SpecsUser Guide 45Electrical SpecificationsThe following tables illustrate the AlterPath PM’s electrical specifications: Table 2

Appendix A - Hardware Specs46 AlterPath PMTable 4: AlterPath PM8i Electrical Specifications - 10 Amp versionCharacteristics SpecificationsInput Voltag

Appendix A - Hardware SpecsUser Guide 47Interface PinoutsThe following table illustrates the AlterPath PM's pinouts for the IN and OUT RS-232 ser

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PrefaceUser Guide 5PrefacePurposeThe purpose of this guide is to provide instruction for users to independently install, configure, and maintain the A

Preface6 AlterPath PMHow to use this GuideThis guide is organized into the following sections:• Chapter 1 - Introduction and Overview contains an expl

PrefaceUser Guide 7Conventions and SymbolsThis section explains the significance of each of the various fonts, formatting, and icons that appear throu

Preface8 AlterPath PMNote Box IconsNote boxes contain instructional or cautionary information that the reader especially needs to bear in mind. There

Introduction and OverviewUser Guide 9Chapter 1 - Introduction and OverviewIntroducing CycladesCyclades is a data center fault management company that