ATEN PE6108 User Manual
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- Page 1 PDU PE Series PE6108 / PE6208 / PE8108 / PE8208 Power Distribution Unit User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Fcc, Ce Information
eco PDU PE Series User Manual FCC, CE Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 3: User Information
86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923 User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. -
Page 4: Pe Device Safety Notice
eco PDU PE Series User Manual PE Device Safety Notice Set the maximum permissible breaker protection in the building circuitry to the current rating specified on the rating plate. Observe all national regulations and safety codes as well as deviations for breakers. Only connect the PE Device to a grounded power outlet or a grounded system! Make sure that the total current input of the connected systems does not exceed the current rating specified on the rating plate of the PE Device. -
Page 5: Package Contents
Copyright © 2011–2013 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Part No. PAPE-0345-AX1G Printing Date: 2013-12-23 Altusen and the Altusen logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Contents FCC, CE Information ......... ii SJ/T 11364-2006 . - Page 7 eco PDU PE Series User Manual Securing the Cables ........15 Securing the Sensors .
- Page 8 eco PDU PE Series User Manual Général ..........53 Rack Mounting .
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Page 9: About This Manual
eco PDU PE Series User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your eco PDU system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the eco PDU system. -
Page 10: Product Information
For information about all ALTUSEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ALTUSEN on the Web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ALTUSEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers International – http://www.aten.com North America – http://www.aten-usa.com... -
Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction
ATEN has developed a new generation of green energy power distribution units (PDUs) to effectively increase the efficiency of data center power usage The ALTUSEN PE6108 / PE6208 / PE8108 and PE8208 eco PDUs are intelligent PDUs that contain 8 AC outlets and are available in various IEC or NEMA socket configurations. - Page 12 eco PDU PE Series User Manual (Continued from previous page.) With its advanced security features and ease of operation, the eco PDU is the most convenient, most reliable, and most cost effective way to remotely manage power access for multiple computer installations and allocate power resources in the most efficient way possible.
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Page 13: Pe Series Eco Pdu Comparison Chart
Chapter 1. Introduction PE Series eco PDU Comparison Chart Amps Power Cord Monitoring Model Outlets (IEC C19 to) Level Per Port Total PE6108A NEMA 5-15P NEMA 5-15R PE6108B NEMA 6-15P IEC C13 PE6108G IEC C14 IEC C13 PE6208A NEMA 5-20P NEMA 5-20R PE6208B NEMA 6-20P... -
Page 14: Features
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Features Power Distribution Space saving 1U rack mount design with rear mounting IEC or NEMA outlet models 3 digit 7-segment front panel LED shows Current / IP Address for PDU / Outlet Remote users can monitor outlet status via web pages on their browsers Safe shutdown support Separate power for the unit's own power and its power outlets. -
Page 15: Management
LED indicators for current and IP address at the PDU device and/or Outlet levels. Real-time current, voltage, and kWH displayed in a browsed-based UI for monitoring at the PDU level (PE6108 / PE6208) and at the outlet level (PE8108 / PE8208) Current and voltage threshold setting Naming support for outlets User outlet access assignment on an outlet-by-outlet basis. -
Page 16: Requirements
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Requirements Browsers accessing the eco PDU unit must support SSL 128 bit encryption. For cold booting of attached computers, the computer's BIOS must support Wake on LAN or System after AC Back. For Safe Shutdown: The computer must be running Windows (Windows 2000 or higher) or Linux. -
Page 17: Optional Accessories
Sensors can be managed via the eco PDU’s built-in graphical user interface (GUI) or with the ALTUSEN eco Sensors software that can be downloaded from the ATEN website. The download link can be found on the software CD provided with the eco PDU package. -
Page 18: Components
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Components PE6108A / PE8108A Front View PE6208A / PE8208A Front View PE6108A / PE6208A / PE8108A / PE8208A Rear View... -
Page 19: Pe6108A / Pe6208A / Pe8108A / Pe8208A Readout Section
Pushbutton recover normal operation. Power Sockets 8 x NEMA 5-15R or 8 x NEMA 5-20R Note: Holes for ATEN Lock-Your-Plug cable holders are located around the sockets. See Securing the Cables, page 15, for further information. Readout Section The selection (PDU Current / Outlet Current / IP Address) appears in the first (1-digit) display window. -
Page 20: Pe6108B / Pe6108G / Pe8108B / Pe8108G Front View
eco PDU PE Series User Manual PE6108B / PE6108G / PE8108B / PE8108G Front View PE6208B / PE6208G / PE8208B / PE8208G Front View PE6108B / PE6108G / PE6208B / PE6208G / PE8108B / PE8108G / PE8208B / PE8208G Rear View... -
Page 21: Pe6108B / Pe6108G / Pe6208B / Pe6208G / Pe8108B / Pe8108G / Pe8208B / Pe8208G Readout Section
Power Sockets 8 x IEC320 C13 or 7 x IEC320 C13 + 1 x C19 Note: Holes for ATEN Lock-Your-Plug cable holders are located around the sockets. See Securing the Cables, page 15, for further information. Readout Section The selection (PDU Current / Outlet Current / IP Address) appears in the first (1-digit) display window. - Page 22 eco PDU PE Series User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 23: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before You Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 51. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting have been turned off. -
Page 24: Installation
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Installation To set up your eco PDU installation, refer to the installation diagram on the next page (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbered steps), and do the following: 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the eco PDU by connecting one end of the wire to its grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object. -
Page 25: Securing The Cables
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Securing the Cables For added safety, use ATEN Lock-Your-Plug cable holders to secure the cables from your attached devices in place on the eco PDU unit. Secure the cable holders using the specially designed holes around the individual power outlets, as shown below: Note: 1. -
Page 26: Securing The Sensors
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Securing the Sensors Connect the sensors to the eco PDU’s front panel sensor ports and secure them using sensor mounts, tie wraps, and adhesive cable tie holders. If you use a tie wrap to secure the sensor, tighten the tie wrap over the recessed channel on the sensor, as shown in the following diagram: Note: 1. -
Page 27: Basic Operation And First Time Setup
Interface that allows you to configure a PDU device and monitor power status of the equipment connected to it. ALTUSEN eco Sensors can be downloaded from the ATEN website, along with a separate eco Sensors User Manual. SNMP The eco PDU supports any 3rd party V3 SNMP Manager Software. SNMP Management Information Database (MIB) files for the eco PDU device can be found on the software CD provided with the eco PDU package. -
Page 28: First Time Setup
eco PDU PE Series User Manual First Time Setup Once the eco PDU installation has been cabled up, the next task the Administrator needs to perform involve configuring the network parameters, changing the default Super Administrator login settings, and adding users. The easiest way to accomplish this is to log in over the Net with a browser. -
Page 29: Network Configuration
Chapter 3. Basic Operation and First Time Setup Network Configuration To set up the network, do the following: 1. Click the Device Management tab. 2. The interface displays the Device Configuration page. A screen similar to the one below appears: 3. -
Page 30: Changing The Administrator Login
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Changing the Administrator Login To change the default Administrator username and password, do the following: 1. Click the User Management tab. The User Management page has a detailed list of users – with more information about them –... -
Page 31: Chapter 4. Browser Operation
Chapter 4 Browser Operation Logging In The eco PDU can be accessed via a supported Internet browser from any platform. Note: Browsers must support SSL 128 bit encryption. To access the eco PDU do the following: 1. Open your browser and specify the IP address of the eco PDU you want to access in the browser's URL location bar. -
Page 32: The Eco Pdu Main Page
eco PDU PE Series User Manual The eco PDU Main Page After you have successfully logged in, the eco PDU Main Page comes up with the Outlet Access Connections page displayed: Note: The screen depicts an Administrator’s page. Depending on a user’s type and permissions, not all of these elements appear. -
Page 33: Page Components
The Sidebar provides a tree view listing of outlets that relate to the various tab bar and menu bar selections. Help Connects to on-line help at the ATEN website for the device’s configuration and operation. Logout Click this button to log out of your eco PDU session. -
Page 34: Outlet Access
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Outlet Access Connections When you log in to the eco PDU, the interface opens with its default selection of the Outlet Access tab; and the Connections menu. The contents of the PDU Status and Outlet Status sections are displayed in the main panel. Note: Only enabled eco PDU models will display the Outlet Status submenu section. - Page 35 Chapter 4. Browser Operation PDU Status All eco PDU models support PDU device level monitoring. The PDU Status section allows you to set up a power management configuration for the PDU device as a whole: PDU Threshold Settings These fields are used to set the maximum, minimum, and fluctuation threshold settings for Current, Voltage, Power, and Power Dissipation.
- Page 36 eco PDU PE Series User Manual Outlet Status If your eco PDU models supports outlet level monitoring, the main panel Outlet Status section allows you to set up a power management configuration for each outlet at an individual level. Outlet Threshold Settings These fields are used to set the maximum, minimum, and fluctuation threshold settings for Current, Voltage, Power, and Power Dissipation.
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Page 37: Configuration
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Configuration The Configuration page is used to configure the settings of the eco PDU at the individual power outlet level: This page lets you set up the power management configuration for the selected outlet. The meanings of the field headings are given in the following table Heading Meaning Outlet Name... - Page 38 eco PDU PE Series User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Power ON Delay Sets the amount of time the eco PDU waits after the Power Button is clicked (see Outlet Status, page 26), before it turns on the power to the outlet. Note: The default delay time is 0 seconds;...
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Page 39: User Management
Chapter 4. Browser Operation User Management When you select the User Management tab the screen comes up with Administrator Information and User Information displayed in the main panel. The eco PDU supports one Administrator account and up to eight User accounts. - Page 40 eco PDU PE Series User Manual The various options are explained in more detail in the following table: Field Description Management The Management field allows you to Enable or Disable a user’s account: Enable – stores the user account (see User Information, page 29 Disable –...
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Page 41: Log
Chapter 4. Browser Operation The eco PDU keeps a record of transactions that take place on its installation, and stores up to 128 events at one time. The System Log page provides a powerful array of filters and functions that allow you to view and export the log file data, as well as be informed by email of specified events as they occur. -
Page 42: Device Management
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Device Management The Device Management page allows super administrators, administrators, and users with device management permission to configure and control overall eco PDU operations. Device Configuration This page presents information about the selected device, as described in the following sections: General Item... - Page 43 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Service Ports As a security measure, if a firewall is being used, the Administrator can specify the port numbers that the firewall will allow. If a port other than the default is used, users must specify the port number as part of the IP address when they log in.
- Page 44 eco PDU PE Series User Manual IPv4 Configuration The PDU’s IPv4 IP and DNS addresses (the traditional method of specifying IP addresses) can either be assigned dynamically (DHCP), or a fixed IP address can be specified. For dynamic IP address assignment, select the Obtain IP address automatically radio button.
- Page 45 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Event Notification The Event Notification section is divided into three sections: SMTP Settings; SNMP Trap Receivers; and Syslog Server. Each section is described below. SMTP Settings To have the eco PDU device email reports from the SMTP server to you, do the following: 1.
- Page 46 eco PDU PE Series User Manual SNMP Trap Receivers Up to four SNMP management stations can be specified. If you want to use SNMP trap notifications, do the following: 1. Check Enable SNMP Trap. 2. Key in the IP address(es) and the service port number(s) of the computer(s) to be notified of SNMP trap events.
- Page 47 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Syslog Server To record all the events that take place on eco PDU devices and write them to the eco PDU Syslog server, do the following: 1. Check Enable Syslog Server. 2. Key in the IP address and the port number of the Syslog server. The valid port range is 1-65535.
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Page 48: Date/Time
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Date/Time The Date/Time dialog page sets the eco PDU time parameters: Set the parameters according to the information described below. Time Zone To establish the time zone that the eco PDU is located in, drop down the Time Zone list and choose the city that most closely corresponds to where it is at. - Page 49 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Manual Input Use this section to specify the eco PDU’s date and time manually. Click the calendar icon and click the calendar entry for the date. Key the time into the Time field, using the HH:MM:SS (hours, minutes, seconds) format.
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Page 50: Security
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Security The Security page controls access to the eco PDU device. Login Failures Allowed sets the number of consecutive failed login attempts that are permitted from a remote user. Timeout sets the amount of time a remote user must wait before attempting to login again after exceeding the number of allowed failures. -
Page 51: Account Policy
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Account Policy The Account Policy section governs policies in regard to usernames and passwords. Check a policy and enter the required information in the appropriate fields. Item Description Minimum Username Length Sets the minimum number of characters required for a username. -
Page 52: Login String / Ip Filter / Mac Filter
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Login String / IP Filter / Mac Filter Login String The Login String entry field is used to specify a login string (in addition to the IP address) that users must include when accessing the eco PDU device with a browser. - Page 53 Chapter 4. Browser Operation IP Filter / MAC Filter If any filters have been configured, they appear in the IP Filter and/or MAC Filter list boxes. IP and MAC Filters control access to the eco PDU based on the IP and/or MAC addresses of the client computers attempting to connect.
- Page 54 eco PDU PE Series User Manual 3. To filter a single IP address, key in the same address as the start IP. To filter a continuous range of addresses, key in the end number of the range (for example, 192.168.0.225). 4.
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Page 55: Authentication & Authorization
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Authentication & Authorization The Authentication & Authorization page is used to set up login authentication and authorization management from external sources. Disable Local Authentication Selecting this option will disable login authentication locally on the eco PDU. The device can only be accessed using RADIUS authentication. - Page 56 eco PDU PE Series User Manual RADIUS Settings To allow authentication and authorization for the eco PDU device through a RADIUS server, do the following: 1. Check Enable. 2. Fill in the IP addresses and service port numbers for the Preferred and Alternate RADIUS servers.
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Page 57: Private Certificate
For enhanced security, the Private Certificate section allows you to use your own private encryption key and signed certificate, rather than the default ATEN certificate. There are two methods for establishing your private certificate: generating a self-signed certificate;... -
Page 58: Maintenance
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Maintenance The Maintenance function is used to upgrade the eco PDU’s firmware, and to backup and restore the device’s configuration settings. Firmware File When you click the Maintenance tab, the display opens with the Firmware Upgrade menu page, which looks similar to the one below: A description of the items shown in this panel are given in the table, below: Item... - Page 59 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Upgrading the Firmware To upgrade the firmware refer to the screenshot on the preceding page, and do the following: 1. Go to our website and download the new firmware file to a convenient location on your computer. 2.
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Page 60: Backup/Restore
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Backup/Restore Selecting Backup/Restore on the menu bar gives you the ability to back up the switch’s configuration and user profile information: Backup To backup the device’s settings do the following: 1. In the Password field, key in a password for the file. Note: Entering a password is optional. -
Page 61: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. - Page 62 eco PDU PE Series User Manual To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.
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Page 63: Consignes De Sécurité
Appendix Consignes de sécurité Général Ce produit est destiné exclusivement à une utilisation à l’intérieur. Veuillez lire la totalité de ces instructions. Conservez-les afin de pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement. Respectez l’ensemble des avertissements et instructions inscrits sur l’appareil. Ne placez jamais l’unité sur une surface instable (chariot, pied, table, etc.). Si l’unité... - Page 64 eco PDU PE Series User Manual L’équipement doit être installé à proximité de la prise murale et le dispositif de déconnexion (prise de courant femelle) doit être facile d’accès. Veillez à ce que rien ne repose sur le cordon d’alimentation ou les câbles. Acheminez le cordon d’alimentation et les câbles de sorte que personne ne puisse marcher ou trébucher dessus.
- Page 65 Appendix N’utilisez que les commandes qui sont abordées dans le mode d’emploi. Le réglage incorrect d’autres commandes peut être à l’origine de dommages qui nécessiteront beaucoup de travail pour qu’un technicien qualifié puisse réparer l’unité. Ne connectez pas le connecteur RJ-11 portant la marque « Sensor » (Capteur) à...
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Page 66: Rack Mounting
To secure the cables in the eco PDU’s power outlets, use only the ATEN Lock-Your-Plug cable holders that have been specifically designed to work with the eco PDU. Using any other kind of cable securing device could be highly dangerous. Please contact your ATEN dealer for information about ATEN Lock-Your-Plugs. -
Page 67: Montage Sur Bâti
Fixation des câbles d’alimentation Pour fixer les câbles aux sorties d’alimentation de l’unité d’alimentation éco, utilisez uniquement les supports de câble Lock- Your-Plug d’ATEN qui ont été conçus spécialement pour être utilisés avec... - Page 68 PDU PE Series User Manual l’unité d’alimentation éco. L’utilisation de tout autre type système de fixation de câble pourrait s’avérer très dangereuse. Veuillez contacter votre revendeur ATEN pour plus d’informations sur le support de câble ATEN Lok-U-Plug.
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Page 69: Technical Support
Appendix Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand: Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase. -
Page 70: Ip Address Determination
eco PDU PE Series User Manual IP Address Determination If you are an administrator logging in for the first time, you need to access the eco PDU in order to give it an IP address that users can connect to. There are two methods to choose from. - Page 71 ALTUSEN eco Sensors allows you to determine/assign an IP address in order to configure a PDU device and monitor power status of the equipment connected to it. ALTUSEN eco Sensors can be obtained from the Download area of the ATEN web site.
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Page 72: Specifications
eco PDU PE Series User Manual Specifications PE6108A / PE6208A / PE8108A / PE8208A Function PE6108A / PE8108A PE6208A / PE8208A Power Outlets Direct Connectors Power Inlet 1 x IEC 320 C20 Power NEMA 8 x NEMA 5-15R 8 x NEMA 5-20R Outlets Sensor 2 x RJ-11... -
Page 73: Pe6108B / Pe6208B / Pe8108B / Pe8208B
Appendix PE6108B / PE6208B / PE8108B / PE8208B Function PE6108B / PE8108B PE6208B/ PE8208B Power Outlets Direct Connectors Power Inlet 1 x IEC 320 C20 Power NEMA Outlets 8 x IEC 320 C13 7 x IEC 320 C13 (Ports 2–8); 1 x C19 (Port 1) Sensor 2 x RJ-11... -
Page 74: Pe6108G / Pe6208G / Pe8108G / Pe8208G
eco PDU PE Series User Manual PE6108G / PE6208G / PE8108G / PE8208G Function PE6108G / PE8108G PE6208G/ PE8208G Power Outlets Direct Connectors Power Inlet 1 x IEC 320 C20 Power NEMA Outlets 8 x IEC 320 C13 7 x IEC 320 C13 (Ports 2–8); 1 x C19 (Port 1) Sensor 2 x RJ-11... -
Page 75: Administrator Login Failure
Appendix Administrator Login Failure If you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become corrupted, or you have forgotten it, for example), you can clear the login information with the following procedure: 1. Power off the eco PDU and remove its housing. 2. -
Page 76: Limited Warranty
PDU PE Series User Manual Limited Warranty ATEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective, contact ATEN's support department for repair or replacement of your unit.