Page 1 WTI Part No. 14446 Rev. C DSM Series Serial Console Servers CPM Series Remote Site Managers with Power Control Products Covered: DSM Series CPM Series DSM-40 Models CPM-1600 Models DSM-24 Models CPM-800 Models DSM-8 Models User's Guide...
Page 2: Warnings And Cautions
Warnings and Cautions: Installation Instructions Secure Racking If Secure Racked units are installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, they may require further evaluation by Certification Agencies. The following items must be considered. The ambient within the rack may be greater than room ambient. Installation should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised.
Page 3 Warnings and Cautions Disconnect Power If any of the following events are noted, immediately disconnect the unit from the outlet and contact qualified service personnel: If the power cord becomes frayed or damaged. If liquid has been spilled into the device or if the device has been exposed to rain or water.
Page 4: Agency Approvals
Agency Approvals FCC Part 15 Regulation 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 5 Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............. 1-1 2. Unit Description .
Page 6 Table of Contents 6. Basic Operation (continued) 6.2. Connecting and Disconnecting Serial Ports - Text Interface ..... 6-4 6.2.1. Any-to-Any Mode ..........6-4 6.2.1.1.
Page 7 Table of Contents 7. Configuration Options (continued) 7.7. Serial Port Configuration ..........7-33 7.7.1.
Page 8 Table of Contents 10. The Status Screens ............10-1 10.1.
Page 9 Table of Contents 16. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters ......16-1 16.1. Sending Parameters to a File ..........16-1 16.1.1.
Page 10 DSM-40 Series Units - Back Panel ........
Page 11: Introduction
1. Introduction This User's Guide covers two WTI product lines: DSM Series Serial Console Servers and CPM Series Remote Site Managers with Power Control. Both of these product lines are designed to simplify the process of remotely managing vital network elements located at distant network equipment sites and off-site facilities.
Page 12 WTI Management Utility DSM/CPM units include the WTI Enterprise Management Utility (WMU,) which allows you to manage multiple WTI units via a single menu. For more information on the Enterprise Management Utility, please refer to the WMU User’s Guide, which can be downloaded from the WTI web site at: http://www.wti.com/t-product-manuals.aspx.
Page 13: Unit Description
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 PHONE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Figure 2.1: DSM-40 Series - Front Panel CONSOLE SERVER MAIN wti.com...
Page 14 Unit Description RDY: (Ready) Flashes to indicate that the unit is operational. DCD: (Data Carrier Detect) Lights when the DCD signal is present. USB Mini Port: The USB Mini Port can be connected to a PC or laptop in order to provide local access to DSM command mode functions. When connecting a device to the USB Mini Port, please refer to Section 5.5.
Page 15: Dsm Series - Back Panel
100 - 120V ~ 50/60Hz 0.1-0.06A Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet 10/100 PHONE Figure 2.6: DSM-40 Series Units - Back Panel 2.2. DSM Series - Back Panel As shown in Figures 2.4, 2.5 and 2.6, the DSM Back Panel includes the following...
Page 16 Unit Description Network Port(s): RJ45 Ethernet port(s) for connection to your 10/100/1000 Base-T, TCP/IP network(s.) Each Network Port also includes two, small LED indicators for Link and Data Activity. For more information on Network Port configuration, please refer to Section 7.8. Notes: • Some DSM series units include an optional, secondary Ethernet port. This allows the DSM to be connected to both a primary network and...
Page 17: Cpm-1600 Series - Front Panel
Unit Description MAIN CONSOLE SERVER + PDU wti.com wti.com SERIAL PORTS SETUP PORT ACTIVITY PLUG ACTIVITY 9 11 13 15 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 STATUS SETUP RESET DEFAULT ON RDY DCD 8 10 12 14 16 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7...
Page 18 Unit Description ON Indicator: Lights when AC Power is applied to the unit. RDY Indicator: (Ready) Flashes to indicate the unit is ready to receive commands. DCD Indicator: The Data Carrier Detect indicator. 10. Port Activity Indicators: A series of LEDs, which will light when a CTS signal is detected and flash during data transmission to indicate activity at the port.
Page 19: Cpm-1600 Series - Back Panel
Unit Description PRIMARY SECONDARY PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.8: CPM-1600-1 Series - Back Panel PRIMARY SECONDARY PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.9: CPM-1600-2 Series - Back Panel 2.4. CPM-1600 Series - Back Panel As shown in Figures 2.8 and 2.9, the CPM-1600 series back panel includes the following components: Branch A Power Inlets: Two IEC-320-C20 inlets.
Page 20 Unit Description Branch A Switched Outlets: Eight switched AC outlets. • CPM-1600-1: Eight (8) each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets. • CPM-1600-2: Eight (8) each, IEC320-C13 Outlets. Branch B Switched Outlets: Eight switched AC outlets. • CPM-1600-1: Eight (8) each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets. • CPM-1600-2: Eight (8) each, IEC320-C13 Outlets.
Page 21: Cpm-800 Series - Front Panel
Unit Description CONSOLE SERVER + PDU wti.com wti.com MAIN SETUP SERIAL PORTS PLUG STATUS SETUP ACTIVITY STATUS RESET DEFAULT ON RDY DCD PHONE Ethernet 0 Ethernet 1 6 7 8 9 10 Figure 2.10: CPM-800 Series - Front Panel 2.5.
Page 22 Unit Description RESET Button: Restarts the CPM-800 as described in Section 2.7. DEFAULT Button: Switches all plugs Off or sets plugs to default values as described in Section 2.7. ON Indicator: An LED Indicator which lights when AC Power is applied to the unit. RDY Indicator: (Ready) Flashes to indicate that the unit is ready to receive commands.
Page 23: Cpm-800 Series - Back Panel
Unit Description PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.11: CPM-800-1 - Back Panel PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.12: CPM-800-2 - Back Panel 2.6. CPM-800 Series - Back Panel As shown in Figures 2.11 and 2.12, the CPM-800 series back panel includes the following components: Power Inlets: Two IEC-320-C20 inlets, for connection to your primary and secondary power supplies.
Page 24: Front Panel Button Functions
Unit Description 2.7. Front Panel Button Functions The front panel buttons can be used to perform several functions described below: Notes: • Front Panel button functions can also be disabled via the System Parameters menu, as described in Section 7.2. • When the DSM/CPM is reset to factory defaults, all user-defined configuration parameters will be cleared and the default “super” user account will also be restored. • When the DSM/CPM is reinitialized, all ports will be disconnected. • During the reboot procedure, all port activity LEDs will flash once. Reboot Operating System - Keep User-Defined Parameters: Press and hold the CLEAR (or RESET) button for five seconds, and then release.
Page 25: Getting Started
3. Getting Started This section describes a simplified installation procedure for the DSM/CPM hardware, which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation. Notes: • This section describes the procedure for communicating with the DSM/CPM unit and discusses basic port connection and power control functions. For a detailed description of configurations options and advanced operating features, please refer to the remainder of this User’s Guide.
Page 26: Connect Your Pc To The Dsm/Cpm
Getting Started 3.2. Connect Your PC to the DSM/CPM During this quick start procedure, the DSM/CPM can either be controlled by a local PC via Serial Port or USB Mini Port, or controlled remotely via modem or TCP/IP network. In order to select parameters, connect ports or control outlets, commands are issued to the DSM/CPM via either the Network Port, Modem Port, USB Mini Port or Serial Setup Port.
Page 27: Communicating With The Dsm/Cpm
Getting Started 3.3. Communicating with the DSM/CPM When properly installed and configured, the DSM/CPM will allow command mode access via Web Browser, SSH/Telnet client, modem, or local PC. However, in order to ensure security, both Web Browser and Telnet access are disabled in the default state. To enable Web Browser and/or Telnet access, please refer to Section 7.8.1.
Page 28: Connecting Ports And Switching Outlets
Getting Started Username / Password Prompt: A message will be displayed, which prompts you to enter your username (Login) and password.. The default username is "super" (all lower case, no quotes), and the default password is also "super". If a valid username and password are entered, the DSM/CPM will display either the Main Menu (Web Browser Interface) or the Port Status Screen (Text Interface.) Notes: • The default Username is super.
Page 29 Getting Started Third Party Connection: Your resident port issues a /C command to create a connection between two other ports. To connect Port 3 to Port 4, type /C 3 4 [Enter]. While Ports 3 and 4 are connected, your resident port will still recognize commands.
Page 30: The Wmu Enterprise Management Solution
When installed at your network operation center or support facility, the WMU eliminates the need to individually access WTI units in order to perform firmware updates, control power switching functions, edit user accounts and perform other management and control functions.
Page 31: Cellular Modem Option
Note: Prior to installing the SIM Card, make certain that your WTI DSM or CPM series unit is powered Off. Remove the SIM Card cover panel on the left hand side of the WTI unit, located adjacent to the cellular antenna. Note that the panel is held in place by a small Phillips Head screw.
Page 32: Configuring The Sim Card
Cellular Modem Option 4.1.3. Configuring the SIM Card After installing the SIM Card, use the /cell command to configure the SIM Card as described below: Access the Text Interface Command Mode for the DSM/CPM Series unit as described in Section 6.1. When the command prompt appears, type /cell and press [Enter] to display the Cell Modem Statistics menu.
Page 33: Defining Static Route When Default Gateway Address Is Unknown
Cellular Modem Option 4.2.2. Defining Static Route when Default Gateway Address is Unknown If you don't know the default gateway address used by the cellular network, then you will need to use the DSM/CPM's /bash command to display the default gateway address as described below: If you are communicating via local network and do not require the default gateway address, log into the DSM/CPM unit via serial port, USB or network (if your network...
Page 34: Static Route Definition Example
Cellular Modem Option Display the Gateway Address: At the DSM/CPM command prompt, type /bash netstat -nat and press [Enter] to display the Active Internet Connections screen. Note that it may take several minutes for the unit to respond. The Cell Modem Port IP Address with be displayed in the "Foreign Address" column.
Page 35: Enable Web Services
Cellular Modem Option Disable the Default Gateway for the Cell Modem Port: At the DSM/CPM command prompt, type /p modem and press [Enter] to display the Cell Modem Parameters menu. When the Cell Modem Parameters menu is displayed, access the Default Gateway submenu and disable the Default Gateway for the Cell Modem Port. Press [Esc] twice to exit from the Cell Modem Parameters and save the newly defined Default Gateway Status.
Page 36: Verify That Cellular Access Is Available
Cellular Modem Option 4.4. Verify that Cellular Access is Available After setting up Cellular Access, it is recommended to perform this procedure to verify that the procedure was completed successfully. If you are still connected to the DSM/CPM command mode, type /X and press [Enter] to disconnect from the unit.
Page 37: Setting Up The Firewall/Ip Tables (Optional)
IP address(es) will be denied. In most cases, the IP Tables should allow access to administrators and deny access to everybody else. This completes the set-up procedure for the WTI Cellular Modem Option. For further information, please refer to the remainder of this User's Guide.
Page 38: Hardware Installation
5. Hardware Installation 5.1. Connecting the Power Supply Cables 5.1.1. Connect the DSM/CPM to Your Power Supply Refer to the cautions listed below and at the beginning of this User's Guide, and then connect the DSM/CPM unit to an appropriate power supply. CAUTIONS: • Before attempting to install this unit, please review the warnings and cautions listed at the front of the user’s guide.
Page 39: Dc Powered Units
Hardware Installation BUS A BUS B -48V -48V -48V 0.1A Ground Screw Figure 5.1: Terminal Block Assembly (DSM Series, DC Units Only) 5.1.3. DC Powered Units When connecting a DC Powered DSM Series unit to your DC Power source, note that the DC terminal block is designed for connection to two separate power sources. First remove the protective cover from the terminal block, attach the wires from the -48 VDC power sources to the screw terminals, connect the ground line to the labeled ground screw, tighten the screw terminals, making certain that the wires are securely fastened,...
Page 40: The Internal Modem Port
Hardware Installation 5.3. The Internal Modem Port If your DSM/CPM unit includes the optional internal modem, connect an RJ11 phone line to the Phone Line Port. For information on Modem configuration, please refer to Section 6.2.4, Section 6.2.5 and Section 7.7. Note that an external modem can also be connected to the DSM/CPM serial ports as described in Section 5.7, Appendix B and Appendix C.
Page 41: Connecting Devices To The Dsm/Cpm Serial Ports
CPM series units also include an Emergency Shut Off function, that can be used to immediately shut off all power outlets in case of emergency. For more information regarding the Emergency Shut Off feature, please contact WTI Tech Support at service@wti.com.
Page 42: Basic Operation
6. Basic Operation 6.1. Communicating with the DSM/CPM Unit In order to configure and control the DSM/CPM, you must first establish a connection to the unit, and access command mode. The DSM/CPM offers two separate configuration and control interfaces; the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface. The DSM/ CPM also offers four different methods for accessing command mode;...
Page 43 Basic Operation To access command mode via the Text Interface, proceed as follows: Notes: • When communicating with the unit for the first time, you will not be able to contact the unit via Telnet until you have accessed command mode, via Local PC or SSH Client, and used the Network Parameters Menu to enable Telnet as described in Section 7.8. • Some DSM and CPM series units include an optional, secondary Ethernet Port in addition to the primary Ethernet port in order to allow connection to both a primary and secondary network. • When connecting only one network cable to a DSM/CPM unit that includes two Ethernet ports, make certain to connect the cable to Port ETH0. Contact the DSM/CPM Unit: Via Local PC: Start your communications program and press [Enter]. Wait for the connect message, then proceed to Step 2. Note that when viewed by a PC running Windows XP or later, the Serial COM Port menu will list the USB Mini Port as, "USB to Serial."...
Page 44: The Web Browser Interface
When installed at your network operation center or support facility, the WMU eliminates the need to individually access WTI units in order to perform firmware updates, control power switching functions, edit user accounts and perform other management and control functions.
Page 45: Connecting And Disconnecting Serial Ports - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.2. Connecting and Disconnecting Serial Ports - Text Interface The Text Interface can be used to create connections between DSM/CPM serial ports. This allows you to access the console port of a connected device, or allow connected devices to access the DSM/CPM's internal modem or network port. Note: The Web Browser Interface cannot be used to connect ports, but can be used to disconnect ports. In order to connect ports, you must access command mode via the Text Interface.
Page 46 Basic Operation To connect ports using the Text Interface, proceed as follows: Access command mode via the Text Interface. Invoke the /C command to connect the desired ports. Resident Connect: To connect your resident port to another port, type /C xx [Enter].
Page 47: Disconnecting Ports - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.2.1.2. Disconnecting Ports - Text Interface The Text Interface provides three different methods for disconnecting ports, the Resident Disconnect, the Third Party Disconnect, and the No Activity Timeout. Providing the Timeout feature is enabled, a No Activity Timeout will disconnect resident ports or third party ports.
Page 48 Basic Operation The /D command can also disconnect a remote user from the Network Port. This is useful in cases where a user has unsuccessfully disconnected, and you don't want to wait for the DSM/CPM to timeout in order to free up the TCP port. To disconnect a TCP port, type /D Nn and then press [Enter].
Page 49: The Port Control Screen - Web Browser Interface
Basic Operation 6.2.1.3. The Port Control Screen - Web Browser Interface In the Web Browser Interface, the Port Control Screen can be used to disconnect DSM/CPM serial ports that have been connected using the /C command in the Text Interface as described in Section 6.2.1.1. To disconnect ports using the Port Control Screen, first access the DSM/CPM Command Mode via the Web Browser Interface as described in Section 6.1.
Page 50: Defining Hunt Groups - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.2.1.4. Defining Hunt Groups - Text Interface A Hunt Group creates a situation where the DSM/CPM will scan a group of similarly named ports and connect to the first available port in the group. Hunt Groups are created by assigning identical or similar names to two or more ports. Hunt Groups can be defined using Any-to-Any, Passive, Buffer, or Modem Mode Ports.
Page 51: Passive Mode
Basic Operation 6.2.2. Passive Mode Passive Mode Ports function the same as Any-to-Any Mode Ports, but do not allow access to command mode. A Passive Mode Port can be connected to other serial ports, but cannot enter command mode, and therefore cannot be used to define parameters, display status, or invoke commands to connect ports or control power switching.
Page 52: Port Buffers
Basic Operation If the buffer contains data, the DSM/CPM will display a prompt that offers the following options: • Display One Screen: To send data one screen at a time, press [Enter]. Each time [Enter] is pressed, the next screen is sent. • Display All Data: To send all data currently stored in the buffer, type 1 and press [Enter].
Page 53: Modem Mode
Basic Operation 6.2.4. Modem Mode The Modem Mode provides features specifically related to dial-up modem communication. A Modem Mode Port can perform all functions normally available in Any-to-Any Mode. The Modem Mode is available at all DSM/CPM ports except the Network Port.
Page 54: Controlling Power - Web Browser Interface
Basic Operation 6.3. Controlling Power - Web Browser Interface Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. DSM Series units do not support power control functions. When using the Web Browser Interface, switching commands are invoked via the Plug Control Screen and Plug Group Control Screen. 6.3.1. The Plug Control Screen - Web Browser Interface The Plug Control Screen lists the On/Off status of the CPM Series unit's Switched Outlets and is used to control switching and rebooting of the outlets.
Page 55: The Plug Group Control Screen - Web Browser Interface
Basic Operation 6.3.2. The Plug Group Control Screen - Web Browser Interface Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. DSM Series units do not support power control functions. The Plug Group Control Screen is used to send switching and reboot commands to the user-defined Plug Groups. As described in Section 7.5, Plug Groups allow you to specify a group of outlets that are dedicated to a similar purpose or client, and then direct switching commands to the group, rather than switching one plug at a time.
Page 56: Controlling Power - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.4. Controlling Power - Text Interface Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. DSM Series units do not support power control functions. When using the Text Interface, all serial port connection and power switching functions are performed by invoking simple, ASCII commands. ASCII commands are also used to display status screens and to log out of command mode. The Text Interface includes a Help Menu, which summarizes all available commands.
Page 57: Switching And Reboot Commands - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.4.2. Switching and Reboot Commands - Text Interface Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. DSM Series units do not support power control functions. These commands can be used to switch or reboot the CPM Series unit’s switched plugs, and can also be used to set plugs to the user-defined Power-Up Default values. Plugs may be specified by name or number.
Page 58 Basic Operation Switch Plug(s) Off: To power-off a plug or Plug Group, type /OFF n and press [Enter]. Where "n" is the number or name of the desired plug or Plug Group. Note that the “/OFF” command can also be entered as “/OF”. For example: /OFF 2 [Enter] or /OF ROUTER [Enter] Reboot Plug(s): To initiate a Boot cycle, type /BOOT n and press [Enter].
Page 59: Applying Commands To Several Plugs - Text Interface
Basic Operation 6.4.2.1. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - Text Interface Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. DSM Series units do not support power control functions. As described below, switching and reboot commands can be applied to only one Switched AC Outlet, or to an assortment of outlets. Note: When switching and reboot operations are initiated, Boot/Sequence Delay times and user-defined Plug Priority values will be applied as described in Section 7.6. Switch Several Plugs: To apply a command to several plugs, enter the numbers or names for the plugs, separated by a "plus sign"...
Page 60: Manual Operation
CPM Series units also include an Emergency Shut Off function, that can be used to immediately shut off all power outlets on an CPM Series unit in case of emergency. For more information regarding the Emergency Shut Off feature, please contact WTI Tech Support at service@wti.com.
Page 61: Configuration Menus
7. Configuration Options This section describes the basic configuration procedure for all DSM/CPM Series units. 7.1. Configuration Menus Although the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface (Command Line Interface) provide two separate means for selecting parameters, both interfaces allow access to the same set of basic parameters, and parameters selected via one interface will also be applied to the other.
Page 62: Defining System Parameters
Configuration Options 7.2. Defining System Parameters The System Parameters menus are used to define the Site ID Message, set the system clock and calendar, set up log functions and calibrate temperature readings. In the Text Interface, the System Parameters menu is also used to create and manage user accounts and passwords.
Page 63 Configuration Options • Temperature Format: Determines whether the temperature is displayed as Fahrenheit or Celsius. (Default = Fahrenheit) • Temperature Calibration: Used to calibrate the unit's internal temperature sensing abilities. To calibrate the temperature, place a thermometer inside your equipment rack, in a location that usually experiences the highest temperature. After a few minutes, take a reading from the thermometer, and then key the reading into the configuration menu.
Page 64 Scripting Options: Provides access to parameters that are used to set up the DSM/CPM unit for running various scripts as described in Section 7.2.5. Notes: • The functions provided by the Scripting Options menu are intended for use in applications where scripts are employed to control DSM/CPM operation. Improper use of Scripting Options menu functions can cause the DSM/ CPM unit to become unresponsive. Prior to attempting to use the functions provided by the Scripting Options menu, please contact WTI Technical Support as described in Appendix D in this User's Guide. • In the Text Interface, the Scripting Options submenu is accessed via the System Parameters menu. To access the Scripting Options parameters via the Web Browser Interface, place the cursor over the "General Parameters" link, wait for the flyout menu to appear, then click on the "Scripting Options" link.
Page 65: The Real Time Clock And Calendar
Configuration Options • Login Banner: Allows definition of a banner/message that will be displayed when a valid username and password are entered during log in. The Login Banner can be used to post legal warning regarding unauthorized access to the unit or to display other user-defined information or instructions.
Page 66 Configuration Options • Primary NTP Address: Defines the IPv4 and/or IPv6 protocol IP address or domain name for the primary NTP server. (Default = undefined) Notes: • In order to use domain names for web addresses, DNS Server parameters must first be defined as described in Section 7.8.3. • The Web Browser Interface includes two separate fields that are allowed to define both an IPv4 protocol and IPv6 protocol format Primary NTP Address and Secondary NTP Address. • When the Primary NTP Address and Secondary NTP Address are defined via the Text Interface, the DSM/CPM will display a prompt that instructs the user to select IPv4 or IPv6 protocol. • The DSM/CPM allows parameters for both IPv4 and IPv6 protocols to be defined and saved. • Secondary NTP Address: Defines the IPv4 and/or IPv6 protocol IP address or domain name for the secondary, fallback NTP Server.
Page 67: The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Feature
Configuration Options 7.2.2. The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Feature When properly configured and enabled, the Invalid Access Lockout feature can monitor all login attempts. If the counter for any of these exceeds the user-defined threshold for maximum invalid attempts, then the corresponding port or protocol will be automatically disabled for the length of time specified by the Lockout Duration parameter.
Page 68 Configuration Options • SSH Protection: Enables/Disables and configures the Invalid Access function for SSH connections. When this item is enabled and excessive Invalid Access Attempts via SSH are detected, then the DSM/CPM will lock out the offending MAC address for the user-defined SSH Lockout Duration Period or until the /UL command is issued.
Page 69 Configuration Options • Web Protection: Enables/Disables and configures the Invalid Access function for Web connections. When this item is enabled and excessive Invalid Access Attempts via Web are detected, then the DSM/CPM will lock out the offending MAC address for the user-defined Web Lockout Duration Period or until the /UL command is issued.
Page 70: Log Configuration
Configuration Options 7.2.3. Log Configuration This feature allows you to create records of command activity, alarm actions and temperature readings for the DSM/CPM unit. The Log features are enabled and configured via the System Parameters Menus. Depending on the specific model number, the DSM/CPM can display several event logs, including the Audit Log, the Alarm Log, the Current Metering Log, the Power Metering Log, the Power History Log and the Temperature Log:...
Page 71: Syslog Messages
Configuration Options 7.2.3.1. The Audit Log and Alarm Log Configuration Options The System Parameters menu allows you to select three different configuration parameters for the Audit Log and Alarm Log. Note that the Audit and Alarm Logs function independently, and parameters selected for one will not be applied to the other. • Off: The Log is disabled;...
Page 72 Configuration Options • Temperature Log: At the Display Logs menu, key in the number for the Temperature Log option and press [Enter]. When the Temperature Log menu appears, key in the number for the Erase function, press [Enter] and follow the instructions in the resulting submenu.
Page 73: Callback Security
Configuration Options 7.2.4. Callback Security The Callback function provides an additional layer of security when callers attempt to access command mode via dial-up modem. When this function is properly configured, dial-up modem users will not be granted immediate access to command mode upon entering a valid password;...
Page 74: Scripting Options
DSM/CPM unit for running various scripts. Notes: • The functions provided by the Scripting Options menu are intended for use in applications where scripts are employed to control DSM/CPM operation. Improper use of Scripting Options menu functions can cause the DSM/ CPM unit to become unresponsive. Prior to attempting to use the functions provided by the Scripting Options menu, please contact WTI Technical Support as described in Appendix D in this User's Guide. • To access Scripting Options parameters via the Text Interface, first type /F and press [Enter] to display the System Parameters Menu, then key in the number for the Scripting Options item and press [Enter]. • To access the Scripting Options parameters via the Web Browser Interface, place the cursor over the "General Parameters" link, wait for the flyout menu...
Page 75 • IPS Mode: (CPM Series Units Only) This parameter can be used to set up CPM Series units for use with command scripts that were written for WTI's IPS Series Remote Reboot Switches . When the IPS Mode is enabled, the "IPS" command prompt will be displayed in the Text Mode, User Accounts will not allow definition of a Username, and only the "password"...
Page 76 Configuration Options • Voltage Loss Delay Options: (CPM Series Units Only) Determines how CPM Series Units with Dual Power Inlets will react when power to one inlet is lost. The Voltage Loss Delay Options allow the unit to automatically turn off outlets and delay the Lost Voltage Alarm when power to one inlet is lost.
Page 77: Automated Mode (Cpm Series Units Only)
Configuration Options 7.2.5.1. Automated Mode (CPM Series Units Only) The Automated Mode allows CPM Series units to execute switching and reboot commands, without displaying menus or generating response messages. Automated Mode is designed to allow the CPM to be controlled by a device which can generate commands to control power switching functions without human intervention.
Page 78: Modem Pooling
Configuration Options 7.2.5.2. Modem Pooling The "Modem Hunt Telnet" and "Modem Hunt Raw" parameters allow the DSM/CPM to support modem pooling in conjunction with third party Serial Port Redirector software. This allows you to connect external modems to several DSM/CPM serial ports, and then use the DSM/CPM to automatically find a free modem when you need to create an outbound connection.
Page 79: Power Configuration (Cpm-C Series Units Only)
Configuration Options 7.2.6. Power Configuration (CPM-C Series Units Only) The Power Configuration menu allows you to adjust power measurements in order to obtain a more accurate determination of how much "real power" is being used by devices connected to the CPM-C Series unit. Real Power is determined by the following equation: (Voltage * Amps) * Power Factor Real Power =...
Page 80: User Accounts
Configuration Options 7.3. User Accounts Each time you attempt to access command mode, you will be prompted to enter a username (login) and password. The username and password entered at login determine which serial port(s) and plug(s) you will be allowed to control and what type of commands you will be allowed to invoke.
Page 81: Granting Serial Port Access
Configuration Options 7.3.2. Granting Serial Port Access Each account can be granted access to a different selection of ports. Note also, that several accounts can be allowed access to the same port. When accounts are created, the Port Access parameter in the Add User or Modify User menu can be used to grant or deny access to each serial port by that account.
Page 82: Managing User Accounts
Configuration Options 7.4. Managing User Accounts The User Directory function is employed to create new accounts, display parameters for existing accounts, modify accounts and delete accounts. Up to 128 different user accounts can be created. The "User Directory" function is only available when you have logged into command mode using an account that permits Administrator commands.
Page 83 Configuration Options • Authorization Keys: This item can be used to assign an SSH Authorization Key to the user account, view assigned authorization keys or delete assigned authorization keys. When a valid authorization key is assigned to a given user, that user will be able to access DSM/CPM command mode without entering a password.
Page 84 Configuration Options • Plug Group Access: (CPM Series Units Only) Determines which Plug Groups this account will be allowed to control. Plug Groups allow you to define a selection of outlets, and then quickly assign those outlets to new accounts by allowing the account to access the Plug Group.
Page 85: Modifying User Accounts
Configuration Options 7.4.3. Modifying User Accounts The "Modify User Directory" function allows you to edit existing user accounts in order to change parameters, port and plug access rights or Administrator Command capability. Note that the Modify User function is only available when you have entered command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
Page 86: The Plug Group Directory
Configuration Options 7.5. The Plug Group Directory Note: Power control functions are only available on CPM Series units. The Plug Group Directory is not present on DSM Series units. The Plug Group Directory allows you to designate groups of plugs that are dedicated to a similar function, and will most likely be switched or rebooted all at the same time or controlled by the same type of user account.
Page 87: Viewing Plug Groups
Configuration Options 7.5.1. Viewing Plug Groups Note: Power control functions are only available on CPM Series units. The Plug Group Directory is not present on DSM Series units. The "View Plug Group Directory" option allows you to view the configuration of each Plug Group. Note that the View Plug Group Directory function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
Page 88: Modifying Plug Groups
Configuration Options 7.5.3. Modifying Plug Groups Note: Power control functions are only available on CPM Series units. The Plug Group Directory is not present on DSM Series units. The "Modify Plug Group" function allows you to edit existing Plug Groups in order to change plug access rights. Note that this function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
Page 89: Defining Plug Parameters
Configuration Options 7.6. Defining Plug Parameters Note: Power control functions are only available on CPM Series units. The Plug Parameters Menu is not present on DSM Series units. The Plug Parameters Menu is used to define Plug Names, boot/sequence delay times and Power Up Default values for each of the CPM Series Unit's Switched AC Outlets. Note that this function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
Page 90 Configuration Options • Power Up Default: Determines how this plug will react when the "Default All Plugs" command (/DPL) is invoked, or after power to the unit has been interrupted and then restored. After the default command is invoked, or power is restored, the DSM/CPM will automatically switch each plug On or Off as specified by the Power- Up Default.
Page 91: The Boot Priority Parameter
Configuration Options 7.6.1. The Boot Priority Parameter Normally, when an "On" or "Reboot" command is invoked, CPM Series units will switch on it's plugs in their default, numeric order. Although in many cases, the default, numeric order will work fine, there are other cases where an individual device (such as a router) must be switched on first, in order to support a second device that will be switched on later.
Page 92: Example 2: Change Plug 4 To Priority 2
Configuration Options 7.6.1.2. Example 2: Change Plug 4 to Priority 2 In the second Example shown in Figure 7.2, we start out with Boot Priorities for the plugs set as they were at the end of Example 1; Plug 3 is first, Plug 1 is second, Plug 2 is third and Plug 4 is fourth.
Page 93: Serial Port Configuration
Modem Port or optional Internal Cellular Modem Port. • On CPM-1600 Series Units, Port 17 is the optional Internal Dial-Up Modem Port or optional Internal Cellular Modem Port. • On DSM-24 Series units, Port 25 is the optional Internal Dial-Up Modem Port or optional Internal Cellular Modem Port. • On DSM-40 Series units, Port 41 is the optional Internal Dial-Up Modem Port or optional Internal Cellular Modem Port. • The Analog Modem Port is not present on DSM model numbers that include the letters "NM" or on CPM model numbers that end with the letter "N". • The optional Internal Dial-up/Analog Modem is not available on DSM/CPM Series units that include the optional Internal Cellular Modem.
Page 94: Rs232 Port Modes
Configuration Options 7.7.1. RS232 Port Modes The DSM/CPM offers five different serial port operation modes: • Any-to-Any Mode: Allows communication between connected ports and permits access to command mode. Any-to-Any Mode Ports can be connected to other Any-to-Any, Passive, Buffer or Modem Mode Ports by invoking the /C command. The Any-to-Any Mode is available to all ports (except the Internal Modem Port) and is the default Port Mode for Port 1.
Page 95: The Serial Port Configuration Menu
Configuration Options 7.7.2. The Serial Port Configuration Menu To configure the DSM/CPM's Serial Ports via the Text Interface, type /P n and then press [Enter] (Where n is the name or number of the desired port. To configure the Serial Ports via the Web Browser Interface, click the "Serial Port Configuration" link on the left hand of the screen and then use the dropdown menu to select the desired port.
Page 96 Configuration Options • Inactivity Timeout: Enables and selects the Timeout Period for this port. If enabled, the Serial Port will disconnect when no additional data activity is detected for the duration of the timeout period. (Default = 5 Minutes) Notes: • When the Inactivity Timeout is disabled, this allows ports to automatically reconnect after a power interruption. When power is restored, pairs of ports that were previously connected will be automatically reconnected, providing that the Inactivity Timeout is disabled at both ports, and the two ports have...
Page 97 Configuration Options Depending on the Port Mode selected, the DSM/CPM will also display the additional prompts listed below. In the Text Interface, these parameters are accessible via a submenu, which will only be active when the appropriate port mode is selected. In the Web Browser Interface, fields will be "grayed out"...
Page 98 Configuration Options No Dialtone Alarm Enable: Enables/Disables the No Dialtone Alarm. This  item must be enabled in order for the No Dialtone Alarm to function. For more information on the No Dialtone Alarm, please refer to Section 9.11. (Default = Off) Reset/No Dialtone Scaler: Determines the number of Periodic Modem Reset ...
Page 99 Configuration Options Reset/No Dialtone Scaler: Determines the number of Periodic Modem Reset  sequences that must occur in order to initiate a No Dialtone Check. If this parameter is set to "0," then the No Dialtone Alarm will not function. When both this parameter and the Reset/No Dialtone Interval are set to a value from 1 to 99 and the No Dialtone Alarm is enabled, the DSM/CPM will initiate a No Dialtone Check after a time period equal to the defined Reset/No Dialtone Interval value multiplied by the Reset/No Dialtone Scaler value.
Page 100 Communication alarm to provide notification when a WTI device that has been attached to one of the DSM/CPM's serial ports ceases to function. Normally, the DSM/CPM will send the Heartbeat message to an attached WTI device at regular intervals; if the attached device fails to respond to the Heartbeat message, the DSM/CPM can then notify you via email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap as described in Section 9.3.
Page 101: Snmp Traps
Configuration Options Telnet Port: The Telnet port number employed to create a Direct Connection to  this port using standard Telnet protocol. SSH Port: When Direct Connect (Item 31) is set at "On - Password", this line will  display the port number used to create a Direct Connection to this port using SSH protocol.
Page 102 Configuration Options • IP Alias: Assigns an IP address of your choice to the serial port. When an IP address is assigned to the serial port, this essentially allows users to create a direct connection to the serial port without first entering a password. (Default = undefined) Notes: • The IP Alias feature is only available when the Direct Connect feature is set to...
Page 103: Copying Parameters To Several Serial Ports (Text Interface Only)
Configuration Options 7.7.3. Copying Parameters to Several Serial Ports (Text Interface Only) If you are configuring the DSM/CPM via the Text Interface, the /CP (Copy Parameters) command can be used to select identical parameters for one or more serial ports. When the /CP command (Copy Port Parameters) is invoked, the unit will display a menu which allows you to select parameters, and copy them to all or several DSM/CPM serial ports.
Page 104: Network Configuration
Configuration Options 7.8. Network Configuration The Network Parameters Menus are used to select parameters and options for the Network Port and also allow you to implement various security and authentication features. To access the Network Parameters menus, proceed as follows: The Network Parameters menu allows you to define the parameters discussed in the following sections.
Page 105: Network Selection Menu (Text Interface)
Configuration Options The Network Configuration Menus: The Network Configuration menus allow you to define both IPv4 parameters and IPv6 parameters for the primary DSM/CPM Ethernet Port (Eth0) as well as the optional secondary Ethernet Port (Eth1, if present,) and the optional Cellular Modem Port (if present.) Although there are slight differences in the manner in which the Web Interface and Text Interface Network are organized, both interfaces provide access to essentially the same set of network parameters (with a few noted exceptions.)
Page 106 Configuration Options The Network Selection menu offers access to six Network Configuration submenus: • Port Eth0, IPv4 Protocol (Plus Shared Parameters) • Port Eth1, IPv4 Protocol (Only present on units that include the Dual Ethernet Option.) • Cell Port, IPv4 Protocol (Only present on units that include the Cellular Modem Option.) • Port Eth0, IPv6 Protocol • Port Eth1, IPv6 Protocol (Only present on units that include the Dual Ethernet Option.)
Page 107: Network Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.1. Network Parameters Note: The settings for the following parameters defined via the Network Parameters menu (Web Interface) and Network Parameters menu (Text Interface) will also be applied to the USB Mini format SetUp Port: Administrator Mode, Logoff Character, Sequence Disconnect, Inactivity Timeout, Command Echo and Accept Break. • IP Address: The IP Address for the primary Ethernet Port, Eth0. (Defaults: IPv4 = 192.168.168.168; IPv6= undefined) Notes: • If needed, a separate IP Address can be defined for each Ethernet Port and both IPv4 and IPv6 format IP addresses can be defined for each port. • The IP Address cannot be changed via the Web Browser Interface. In order to change the IP address, you must access the DSM/CPM via the Text Interface. • Subnet Mask: (IPv4 Only; Default = 255.255.255.0) Notes: • If needed, a separate Subnet Mask can be defined for each Ethernet Port.
Page 108 Configuration Options • DHCP: Enables/Disables Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. When enabled, the DSM/CPM will perform a DHCP request. Note that in the Text Interface, the MAC address is listed on the Network Status Screen. (Default = Off) Notes: • If needed, a separate DHCP configuration can be defined for each Ethernet Port and the Cell Port and both IPv4 and IPv6 format IP addresses can be defined for each port.
Page 109 Configuration Options • Administrator Mode: Permits/denies port access to accounts that allow Administrator level commands. When enabled (Permit), the port will be allowed to invoke Administrator level commands, providing they are issued by an account that permits them. If disabled (Deny), then accounts that permit Administrator level commands will not be allowed to access command mode via this port.
Page 110 Configuration Options • Accept Break: Determines how the port will handle breaks received from the attached device. When disabled, all break codes are ignored and passed through untouched to the serial port. When enabled, ASCII 28 and/or IETF/RFC4335 SSH break sequences are stripped and a 'break' sequence is initiated on the connected serial port.
Page 111 Configuration Options • SSH Security Level: (Text Interface Only) Sets the SSH Security Level to either Normal or High. (Default = Normal.) Notes: • In the Text Interface, the SSH Security Level is defined via a submenu, which is displayed when the SSH Access parameter is selected. • The SSH Security Level parameter is not available via the Web Browser Interface. • SSH View Port Enable: (Text Interface Only) Allows monitoring of Serial Port activity. (Default = Off) Notes: • In the Text Interface, the SSH View Port Enable parameter is defined via a submenu, which is displayed when the SSH Access parameter is selected.
Page 112 Configuration Options • HTTPS Access: Enables/disables HTTPS communication. For instructions on setting up SSL/TSL encryption, please refer to Section 15. (Default = Off) Notes: • In the Text Interface, the HTTPS Access parameter is access via a submenu, which is displayed when the Web Access Parameter is selected. • In the Web Browser Interface, the HTTPS Access parameter is accessed via the Web Access menu. • HTTPS Port: Selects the TCP/IP port number that will be used for HTTPS connections.
Page 113 Configuration Options • SYSLOG Addresses: Defines the IP addresses for the Syslog Daemon(s) that will receive log records generated by the DSM/CPM. Allows definition of IP addresses for both a primary Syslog Daemon and an optional secondary Syslog Daemon. SYSLOG Addresses can be entered in either IPv4 or IPv6 format, or in domain name format (up to 64 characters.) For more information, please refer to Section 12.
Page 114 Configuration Options • TACACS: Displays a submenu which is used to define TACACS parameters as described in Section 7.8.7. • RADIUS: Displays a submenu which is used to define RADIUS parameters as described in Section 7.8.8. • Ping Access: Configures the DSM/CPM's response to ping commands. Ping Access can be set to block all ping commands, allow all ping commands or only accept ping commands from user specified IP addresses (Limited.) When the "Limited"...
Page 115: Cell Modem Configuration Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.1.1. Cell Modem Configuration Parameters When the Cellular Modem Option is present, the Cell Modem Parameters menu can be used to select configuration parameters to set up cellular communication for your DSM/ CPM unit. There are several different ways to access the Cell Modem Parameters menu: • Text Interface (CLI): The Cell Modem Parameters menu can be activated either by typing /p modem and pressing [Enter] or by invoking the /n* command as described in Section 7.8.
Page 116: Ip Tables
Configuration Options • Web Access: Enables/disables the Web Browser Interface. When disabled, users will not be allowed to communicate with the unit via the Web Browser Interface. (Default = Off) Notes: • In the Text Interface, additional Web Access configuration parameters are accessed via a submenu which is displayed when the Web Access parameter is selected. • In the Web Browser Interface, Web Access parameters are accessed via the Web Access menu. • When the Web Access parameter is accessed via the Text Interface, the resulting submenu will also allow you to select SSL/TLS (encryption) parameters as described in Section 15.
Page 117: Dns Services
The DNS Parameters menu is used to select IPv4 or IPv6 format IP addresses for Domain Name Servers. When web and network addresses are entered, the Domain Name Server interprets domain names (e.g., www.wti.com), and translates them into IP addresses. Note that if you don't define at least one DNS server, then IP addresses must be used, rather than domain names.
Page 118: Snmp Access Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.4. SNMP Access Parameters These menus are used to select access parameters for the SNMP feature. In the Text Interface, the SNMP Access Parameters menu is accessed via the Network Configuration menu. In the Web Browser Interface, the SNMP Access Parameters menu is accessed via the flyout menus under the Network Configuration link.
Page 119 Configuration Options • Authentication / Privacy: Configures the Authentication and Privacy features for SNMPv3 communication. The Authentication / Privacy parameter offers two options, which function as follows: Auth/noPriv: An SNMPv3 username and password will be required at log in, but encryption will not be used. (Default Setting) Auth/Priv: An SNMPv3 username and password will be required at log in, and all messages will be sent using encryption.
Page 120: Snmp Trap Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.5. SNMP Trap Parameters These menus are used to select parameters that will be used when SNMP traps are sent. For more information on SNMP Traps, please refer to Section 13. The SNMP Trap Parameters menu allows the following parameters to be defined: • SNMP Managers 1 through 4: The IP Addresses for the SNMP Managers.
Page 121: Ldap Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.6. LDAP Parameters The DSM/CPM supports LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol,) which allows authentication via the Active Directory network Directory Service. When LDAP is enabled, command access rights can be granted to new users without the need to define individual new accounts at each DSM/CPM unit, and existing users can also be removed without the need to delete the account from each DSM/CPM unit.
Page 122 • LDAP Group Setup: Provides access to a submenu, which is used to define LDAP Groups as described in the Sections 7.8.6.1 through 7.8.6.4. • Debug: This option is used to assist WTI Technical Support personnel with the diagnosis of LDAP issues. (Default = Off) • Ping Test: Allows you to ping IP addresses or domain names that have been...
Page 123: Adding Ldap Groups
Configuration Options 7.8.6.1. Adding LDAP Groups Once you have defined several users and passwords via your LDAP server, and assigned those users to LDAP Groups, you must then grant command and port access rights to each LDAP Group at each individual DSM/CPM unit. To add LDAP groups to your DSM/CPM unit, log in to the command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands.
Page 124: Viewing Ldap Groups
Configuration Options • Plug Group Access: (CPM Series Units Only) This item is used to determine which plug groups the members of this LDAP Group will be allowed to control. (Default = undefined) • Service Access: Selects access methods for this LDAP Group. Determines whether members of this LDAP Group will be allowed to access command mode via Serial Port, Telnet/SSH, Web and/or to establish outbound connections.
Page 125: Tacacs Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.7. TACACS Parameters The TACACS Configuration Menus offer the following options: • Enable: Enables/disables the TACACS feature at the Network Port. (Default = Off) • Primary Address: The IP address or domain name for your primary TACACS server. (Default = undefined) • Secondary Address: The IP address or domain name for your secondary, fallback TACACS server.
Page 126 Configuration Options Port Access: Determines the default Port Access setting for new TACACS users.  The Port Access setting determines which serial ports each account will be allowed to control. (Defaults; Administrator and SuperUser = All Ports On, User = undefined, ViewOnly = undefined) Notes: • Administrator and SuperUser level accounts always have access to all ports.
Page 127 Configuration Options Service Access: Selects the default Service Access setting for new TACACS  users. Determines whether each account will be able to access command mode via Serial Port, Telnet/SSH or Web. In addition, the Service Access setting also determines whether each account will be able to employ the Outbound Access function.
Page 128: Radius Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.8. RADIUS Parameters In the Text Interface, the RADIUS Parameters menu is accessed via the Network Configuration menu (/N for IPv4 parameters or /N6 for IPv6 parameters.) In the Web Browser Interface, both IPv4 and IPv6 parameters are defined via a single RADIUS Parameters menu, which is accessed via the flyout menus under the Network Configuration link.
Page 129: Dictionary Support For Radius
The RADIUS dictionary file, "dictionary.wti" can be found under the "downloads" tab on the product information page at wti.com. To install the dictionary file on your RADIUS server, please refer to the documentation provided with your server; some servers will require the dictionary file to reside in a specific directory location, others will require the dictionary file to be appended to an existing RADIUS dictionary file.
Page 130 Configuration Options • WTI-Port-Access - Determines which port(s) the user will be allowed to access. This command provides an argument that consists of an 8 character string, with one character for each DSM/CPM Serial Port. The following options are available...
Page 131: Email Messaging Parameters
Configuration Options 7.8.9. Email Messaging Parameters The Email Messaging menu is used to define parameters for email messages that the DSM/CPM can send to notify you when an alarm is triggered. The Email Configuration menu offers the following options: • Enable: Enables/Disables the Email Messaging feature. When disabled, the DSM/CPM will not be able to send email messages when an alarm is generated.
Page 132: Save User Selected Parameters
Configuration Options 7.9. Save User Selected Parameters It is strongly recommended to save all user-defined parameters to a file as described in Section 16. This will allow quick recovery in the event of accidental deletion or reconfiguration of port parameters. When changing configuration parameters via the Text Interface, make certain that the DSM/CPM has saved the newly defined parameters before exiting from command mode.
Page 133: Reboot Options
8. Reboot Options In addition to performing reboot cycles in response to commands, CPM Series Units can also be configured to automatically reboot outlets when an attached device does not respond to a Ping command (Ping-No-Answer Reboot) or according to a user defined schedule (Scheduled Reboot.) Note: Power switching and reboot functions are only available on CPM Series units. Power switching and reboot functions are not supported on DSM Series...
Page 134: Ping-No-Answer Reboot
Reboot Options 8.1. Ping-No-Answer Reboot A Ping-No-Answer Reboot can be used to reboot one or more outlets when an attached device does not respond to a Ping Command. In addition, the Ping-No-Answer Reboot feature can also be configured to send an email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap to notify you whenever a Ping-No-Answer Reboot occurs.
Page 135 Reboot Options • Interval After Failed Ping: Determines how often the Ping command will be sent after a previous Ping command receives no response. (Default = 10 Seconds) • Ping Delay After PNA Action: Determines how long the CPM Series unit will wait to send additional Ping commands, after a Ping-No-Answer Reboot has been initiated.
Page 136: Viewing Ping-No-Answer Reboot Profiles
Reboot Options • Ping Test: Sends a test Ping command to the IP Address or domain name that has been defined for this Ping-No-Answer Reboot. Notes: • In order for the Ping Test function to work properly, your network and/or firewall as well as the device at the target IP address must be configured to allow ping commands. • After you have finished defining or editing Ping-No-Answer Reboot parameters, make certain to save the changes before proceeding. In the Web Browser Interface, click on the "Add Ping No Answer" button to save parameters; in the Text Interface, press the [Esc] key several times until the CPM Series unit displays the "Saving Configuration" message and the cursor returns to the command prompt. 8.1.2.
Page 137: Scheduled Reboot
Reboot Options 8.2. Scheduled Reboot The Scheduled Reboot feature can be used to reboot one or more outlets or automatically switch outlets Off on On according to a user defined schedule. In order to configure a Scheduled Reboot, you must access command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands.
Page 138: Viewing Scheduled Reboot Actions
Reboot Options • Plug Access: Determines which outlet(s) this Scheduled Reboot action will be applied to. In the Text Interface, key in the number for the Plug Access option, press [Enter] and then following the instructions in the resulting submenu. In the Web Browser Interface, outlets are designated by clicking on the "plus"...
Page 139: Alarm Configuration
9. Alarm Configuration When properly configured, the DSM/CPM can monitor temperature readings, ping response and a number of other factors at network installation sites and log this information for future review. When any monitored condition exceeds user-defined trigger levels, the DSM/CPM can also notify support personnel via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP trap.
Page 140: The Over Current Alarms (Cpm-C Series Only)
Alarm Configuration 9.1. The Over Current Alarms (CPM-C Series Only) The Over Current Alarms are designed to inform you when current consumption reaches or exceeds user-defined levels. Depending on the specific CPM-C model, CPM-C units can have up to four Over Current Alarms (two sets of two alarms): • The Over Current Line (Initial) Alarm • The Over Current Line (Critical) Alarm Notes:...
Page 141 Alarm Configuration The Current Alarm Configuration menus offer the following parameters: • Trigger Enable: Enables/Disables the trigger for this alarm. When Disabled, this alarm will be suppressed. (Default = On) Notes: • When an alarm is generated, to cancel an alarm without correcting the condition that caused the alarm, simply toggle the Trigger Enable parameter Off and then back On again. • The Trigger Enable, Notify on Clear, Email Message and Address 1, 2 and 3 Parameters all include "Copy to All Triggers" options that allow you to enable/ disable the corresponding parameter for all other alarms. For example, if the Over Current Alarm's Trigger Enable parameter is set to "On (Copy to All...
Page 142: Over Current Alarms - Load Shedding And Auto Recovery
Alarm Configuration • Load Shedding: Provides access to a submenu which is used to configure and enable the Load Shedding feature for the Over Current Alarm. When Load Shedding is enabled and properly configured, the CPM-C will switch user-selected plugs On or Off whenever the current load exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold value. If the Auto Recovery feature is enabled, the CPM-C can also return these user- selected plugs to their prior status when current load falls below the Alarm Clear Threshold value.
Page 143 Alarm Configuration • Auto Recovery: Enables/Disables the Auto Recovery feature for the selected branch or line. When both Load Shedding and Auto Recovery are enabled, the CPM-C will return plugs to their former On/Off state after current load falls below the Alarm Clear Threshold value.
Page 144: The Over Temperature Alarms
Alarm Configuration 9.2. The Over Temperature Alarms The Over Temperature Alarms can inform you when temperatures inside your equipment rack reach or exceed user specified trigger levels. There are two separate Over Temperature Alarms; the Initial Threshold alarm and the Critical Threshold Alarm. Typically, the Initial Threshold alarm is used to provide notification when temperatures reach a point where you might want to investigate, whereas the Critical Threshold alarm is used to provide notification when temperatures approach a level that may harm...
Page 145 Alarm Configuration • Alarm Set Threshold: The trigger level for this alarm. When temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold, the DSM/CPM can send an alarm (if enabled) and/ or begin Load Shedding (if enabled.) For more information on Load Shedding, please refer to Section 9.2.1. (Initial Threshold: Default = 110°F or 43°C, Critical Threshold: Default = 120°F or 49°C) Note: The Alarm Set Threshold value must be greater than the Alarm Clear Threshold value. The DSM/CPM will not allow you to define an Alarm Clear...
Page 146: Over Temperature Alarms - Load Shedding And Auto Recovery
Alarm Configuration • Load Shedding: (CPM Series Units Only) Provides access to a submenu, which is used to configure and enable the Load Shedding feature for the Over Temperature alarms. When Load Shedding is enabled and properly configured, CPM Series units can switch specific, user-selected plugs On or Off whenever the temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold value.
Page 147 Alarm Configuration • Plug Access: Determines which Plug(s) will be switched when the temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold and the Load Shedding feature is triggered. For example, if plugs 1, 2 and 3 are selected, then these plugs will be switched On or Off whenever the temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold.
Page 148: The Lost Communication Alarm
9.3. The Lost Communication Alarm The Lost Communication with Unit Alarm is intended to provide prompt notification when communication with an attached WTI device is disrupted. When the Lost Communication Alarm is triggered, the DSM/CPM can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap.
Page 149 For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the DSM/CPM will send initial notification when it detects lost communication with the a WTI device connected to one of the DSM/CPM Serial Ports, and then send a second notification when it determines that communication has been restored.
Page 150: The Ping-No-Answer Alarm
Alarm Configuration 9.4. The Ping-No-Answer Alarm The Ping-No-Answer Alarm can be used to provide notification when a device at a target IP address fails to respond to a ping command. When properly configured and enabled, the Ping-No-Answer Alarm can promptly notify network administrators and support personnel when a target device appears to have malfunctioned, allowing quick response to equipment problems that could potentially interfere with network communication.
Page 151: Defining Ping No Answer Ip Addresses - Dsm Series Units
Alarm Configuration 9.4.1.1. Defining Ping No Answer IP Addresses - DSM Series Units In order for the Ping No Answer Alarm to function, you must first define at least one target IP address. To define target IP addresses for the Ping-No-Answer Alarm, access command mode using an account that permits Administrator Level commands and then proceed as follows: • Text Interface: At the command prompt, type /PNA and then press [Enter] to...
Page 152 Alarm Configuration • Interval After Failed Ping: Determines how often the Ping command will be sent after a previous Ping command receives no response. (Default = 10 Seconds) • Ping Delay After PNA Action: Determines how long the DSM/CPM will wait to send additional ping commands, after the Ping No Answer Alarm has been triggered.
Page 153: Configuring The Ping No Answer Alarm - Dsm Series Units
Alarm Configuration 9.4.1.2. Configuring the Ping No Answer Alarm - DSM Series Units To configure the Ping-No-Answer Alarm, you must access command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands. The Ping-No-Answer alarm configuration menu offers the following parameters: • Trigger Enable: Enables/Disables the trigger for this alarm.
Page 154: Ping-No-Answer Alarm - Cpm Series Units
Alarm Configuration 9.4.2. Ping-No-Answer Alarm - CPM Series Units The Ping-No-Answer Alarm can provide notification when one of the IP addresses defined via the Ping-No-Answer Reboot feature (as described in Section 7.1) fails to respond to a Ping command. When one of the user-defined IP addresses fails to answer a Ping command, CPM Series units can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap.
Page 155 Alarm Configuration • Resend Delay: Determines how long the CPM Series unit will wait to resend an email message generated by this alarm, when the initial attempt to send the notification was unsuccessful. (Default = 60 Minutes) • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the CPM Series unit will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected.
Page 156: The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm
Alarm Configuration 9.5. The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm can provide notification when the DSM/CPM has locked the serial ports due to repeated, invalid attempts to access command mode via serial port. Normally, the Invalid Access Lockout feature (discussed in Section 7.2.2) can lock the serial ports whenever the unit detects that the user-defined threshold for invalid access attempts has been exceeded.
Page 157 Alarm Configuration To configure the Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm, you must access the DSM/ CPM command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands. The Invalid Access Lockout alarm configuration menu offers the following parameters: • Trigger Enable: Enables/Disables the trigger for this alarm. When Disabled, this alarm will be suppressed.
Page 158: The Power Cycle Alarm
Alarm Configuration The Power Cycle Alarm The Power Cycle Alarm can provide notification when all input power to the DSM/CPM unit is lost and then restored. When the power supply is lost and then restored, the DSM/CPM can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap. Notes: • The Power Cycle alarm can provide notification when all input power to the DSM/CPM unit is lost and then restored. This alarm will not function in units...
Page 159: Buffer Threshold Alarm
Alarm Configuration 9.7. Buffer Threshold Alarm The Buffer Threshold Alarm can provide notification when the amount of data stored in the buffer for a given serial port exceeds the Buffer Threshold value that has been defined for that port as described in Section 6.7.2. When the amount of data in the buffer for a given serial port exceeds the user-defined Buffer Threshold value, the DSM/CPM can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap.
Page 160 Alarm Configuration • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the DSM/CPM will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected. For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled for the Buffer Threshold Alarm, the DSM/CPM will send initial notification when it detects that the amount of data stored in the buffer for a given serial port has exceeded the user-defined Buffer Threshold value, and then send a second notification when it determines that the amount of data in the buffer has fallen below the Buffer Threshold value.
Page 161: The Plug Current Alarm (Cpm-C Series Only)
Alarm Configuration 9.8. The Plug Current Alarm (CPM-C Series Only) The Plug Current Alarm allows you to monitor current consumption at each of the CPM-C's switched outlets and generate an alarm when current exceeds a user-defined "High" threshold or falls below a user-defined "Low" threshold. The Plug Current Alarm can also be applied to user-defined Plug Groups in order to generate an alarm when total current consumption for the given Plug Group rises too high or falls too low.
Page 162 Alarm Configuration • Plug Thresholds: Defines current consumption level(s) that will trigger alarm(s) at each switched outlet. The Plug Thresholds can be configured to trigger an alarm when current consumption rises above a user-defined "High" value and/or when current consumption falls below a user-defined "Low" value. This allows you to define a "normal"...
Page 163 Alarm Configuration • Email Message: Enables/Disables email notification for this alarm. (Default = On) • Address 1, 2, and 3: These parameters are used to select which of the three email addresses defined via the "Email Messages" menu (see Section 7.8.11) will receive the email alarm notification messages generated by this alarm. The Address parameters can be used to select one, or any combination of the addresses defined via the Email Messages menu.
Page 164: The Lost Voltage Alarm (Dual Power Inlet Units Only)
Alarm Configuration 9.9. The Lost Voltage Alarm (Dual Power Inlet Units Only) The Lost Voltage (Line Input) Alarm can provide notification when one of the two power supplies available to a dual power inlet unit is interrupted. Notes: • The Lost Voltage (Line In) alarm is only available on DSM/CPM units that include dual power inlets. The Lost Voltage (Line In) Alarm is not available on units that include only one power inlet.
Page 165 Alarm Configuration • Notify Upon Clear: When enabled, the DSM/CPM will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected. For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the DSM/CPM will send initial notification when it detects that one of it's power supplies has been lost or disconnected, and then send a second notification when it determines that power has been restored.
Page 166: The Emergency Shutoff Alarm (Cpm Series Units Only)
Alarm Configuration 9.10. The Emergency Shutoff Alarm (CPM Series Units Only) The Emergency Shutoff Alarm can provide notification when the CPM's Emergency Shutoff feature is triggered. Notes: • The Emergency Shutoff Alarm is only available on CPM Series units. • In order for the CPM to provide alarm notification via Email, communication parameters must first be defined as described in Section 6.8.11. • In order for the CPM to provide alarm notification via Syslog Message, Syslog parameters must first be defined and Syslog Messages must be enabled as described in Section 6.8.2 and Section 11. • In order for the CPM to provide alarm notification via SNMP Trap, SNMP parameters must first be defined, and SNMP Traps must be enabled as described in Section 6.8.7 and Section 12. To configure the Emergency Shutoff Alarm, you must access the CPM command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.
Page 167 Alarm Configuration • Email Message: Enables/Disables email notification for this alarm. (Default = On) • Address 1, 2, and 3: These parameters are used to select which of the three email addresses defined via the "Email Messages" menu (see Section 6.8.11) will receive the email alarm notification messages generated by this alarm. The Address parameters can be used to select one, or any combination of the addresses defined via the Email Messages menu.
Page 168: The No Dialtone Alarm
Alarm Configuration 9.11. The No Dialtone Alarm The No Dialtone Alarm enables the DSM/CPM to monitor a telephone line connected to an external modem installed at the DSM/CPM Setup Port, and then provide notification if the DSM/CPM detects that the phone line is dead or no dialtone is present. When the No Dialtone Alarm is enabled the DSM/CPM will monitor the telephone line checking for a dialtone.
Page 169 Alarm Configuration • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the DSM/CPM will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected. For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the DSM/CPM will send initial notification when it detects that the dialtone for the external modem has been lost, and then send a second notification when it determines that the dialtone has been restored.
Page 170: The Status Screens
Screen via the Text Interface, type /J * and then press [Enter]. To display the Product Status Screen via the Web Browser Interface, click on the "Product Status" link. Note: The Information provided by the Product Status Screen is intended mainly to assist WTI support personnel with the diagnosis of user equipment problems. 10.2. The Network Status Screen The Network Status screen shows activity at the DSM/CPM's virtual network ports. To view the Network Status Screen, you must access command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator Level commands.
Page 171: The Port Status Screen
Port Status Screen via the Web Browser Interface, place the cursor over the "Port Status" link; when the flyout menu appears, click on the "Serial Port Status" link. Notes: • On DSM-8 Series and CPM-800 Series units, Port 9 is the Internal Modem Port. • On CPM-1600 Series units, Port 17 is the Internal Modem Port. • On DSM-24 Series units, Port 25 is the Internal Modem Port. • On DSM-40 Series units, Port 41 is the Internal Modem Port. • The Modem Port is not present on DSM model numbers that include the letters "NM" or on CPM model numbers that end with the letter "N". 10-2...
Page 172: The Port And Plug Status Screens (Cpm Series Only)
The Status Screens 10.4. The Port and Plug Status Screens (CPM Series Only) On CPM Series units, the Port and Plug Status Screens will show the status of the both the serial ports and switched plugs. The Port Status screen lists the user-defined port name and port mode for each serial port, as well as the buffer count, connection status and the names of any user's currently accessing these ports.
Page 173: The Plug Group Status Screen (Cpm Series Only)
The Status Screens 10.5. The Plug Group Status Screen (CPM Series Only) On CPM Series units, the Plug Group Status screen can be displayed to show the configuration details and On/Off status for user-defined Plug Groups. Notes: • The Plug Group Status Screen is not available on DSM Series units. • When the Plug Group Status Screen is viewed by an account with Administrator or SuperUser command access, all plugs and plug groups can be shown. When the Plug Status Screen is viewed by an account with User or ViewOnly command access, then the unit will only display the plugs and...
Page 174: The Current Metering Status Screen (Cpm-C Series Only)
The Status Screens 10.6. The Current Metering Status Screen (CPM-C Series Only) The Current Metering Status screen is primarily intended to be used to display up-to- date readings for Amps, Watts, Voltage and temperature for the CPM-C Series unit. To view the Current Metering Log screen, proceed as follows: Note: Current and Power Monitoring features are not available on standard DSM units or on CPM Series units that do not include the Current Monitoring...
Page 175: The Event Logs
The Status Screens 10.7. The Event Logs The Event Logs can be used to review recent user activity, alarm events and temperature trends that have been recorded by the DSM/CPM unit. In addition, CPM Series units that include the Current Metering option also offer the ability to review current and power consumption data.
Page 176: Viewing Event Logs Via The Web Browser Interface
The Status Screens 10.7.2. Viewing Event Logs via the Web Browser Interface In the Web Browser Interface, event logs are accessed via the links and flyout menus on the left hand side of the screen. When viewing the Event Logs via the Web Browser interface, use the Logs link, Current Metering link, Power Metering Link and Temperature link and their flyout menus to access the desired Event Log.
Page 177: The Alarm Status Screen
The Status Screens 10.10. The Alarm Status Screen The Alarm Status Screen lists all available user-defined alarms and indicates whether or not each alarm has been triggered. The resulting screen will display "Yes" (or 1) for alarms that have been triggered or "No" (or 0) for alarms that have not been triggered. If desired, the /AS command line can also include an optional alarm argument that will cause the unit to display the status of one individual alarm.
Page 178: Ssh & Telnet Functions
11. SSH & Telnet Functions 11.1. Network Port Numbers Whenever an inbound SSH or Telnet session connects to a DSM/CPM serial port, the Port Status Screen and Port Diagnostics Screen will indicate that the serial port is presently connected to Port "Nn" (where "N" indicates a network connection, and "n" is a number that lists the logical Network Port being used;...
Page 179: The Direct Connect Feature
SSH & Telnet Functions 11.3. The Direct Connect Feature The Direct Connect feature allows you to initiate a Telnet, SSH or Raw Socket session with the DSM/CPM and make an immediate connection to a specific serial port of your choice, without first being presented with the command interface. This allows you to connect to a TCP port that is mapped directly to one of the DSM/CPM's serial ports.
Page 180 SSH & Telnet Functions OFF - Break on Raw Disconnect: When the Direct Connect option has been enabled as described in Steps 2 or 3 above, this option can be used to configure the DSM/CPM to send a break character whenever a Raw Socket connection to this port is terminated.
Page 181: Connecting To A Serial Port Using Direct Connect
• Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2101 through 2108. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2109. CPM-1600 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2101 through 2116. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2117. DSM-24 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2101 through 2124. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2125. DSM-40 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2101 through 2140. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2141. Standard Telnet Direct Connection (without Password): DSM-8 Series and CPM-800 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2301 through 2308. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2309. CPM-1600 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2301 through 2316.
Page 182 • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2201 through 2208. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2209. CPM-1600 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2201 through 2216. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2217. DSM-24 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2201 through 2224. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2225. DSM-40 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2201 through 2240. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2241. Raw Socket Direct Connection (with Password): DSM-8 Series and CPM-800 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 3101 through 3108. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 3109. CPM-1600 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 3101 through 3116.
Page 183 • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 3309. CPM-1600 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 3301 through 3316. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 3317. DSM-24 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 3301 through 3324. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 3325. DSM-40 Series units: • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 3301 through 3340. • Optional Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 3341. Note: In order to create a Raw Socket Direct Connection, the "Raw Socket Access" parameter for the Network Port must be enabled as described in Section 7.8.1. When establishing a Direct Connection, the correct TCP port number must be used. If conditions are acceptable (e.g.
Page 184: Terminating A Direct Connect Session
SSH & Telnet Functions 11.3.4. Terminating a Direct Connect Session To terminate a Direct Connect session, use the client program’s "disconnect" feature. The following will occur immediately upon a client initiated disconnect: The Network port is disconnected from the serial port. The Network session is terminated.
Page 185: Ip Aliasing
SSH & Telnet Functions 11.4. IP Aliasing In addition to the Direct Connect function described in Section 11.3, the DSM/CPM also supports IP Aliasing, which provides another method for connecting directly to any serial port on the unit without first accessing the command interface. IP Aliasing allows you to assign an IP address to a DSM/CPM serial port, and then connect to that port directly via Telnet, SSH or Raw Socket.
Page 186: Creating An Outbound Telnet Connection
SSH & Telnet Functions 11.5. Creating an Outbound Telnet Connection The DSM/CPM includes a /TELNET command, that can be used to create an outbound Telnet connection. In order to use the /TELNET command, you must access the DSM/ CPM's Text Interface command mode using an account that permits Telnet Access and Outbound Access, via one of the DSM/CPM's Serial RS232 Ports as described below.
Page 187: Creating An Outbound Ssh Connection
SSH & Telnet Functions 11.6. Creating an Outbound SSH Connection The DSM/CPM's /SSH command can be used to create an outbound SSH connection. In order to use the /SSH command, you must access the DSM/CPM's Text Interface command mode using an account that permits SSH Access and Outbound Access, via one of the DSM/CPM's Serial RS232 Ports as described below.
Page 188 12. Syslog Messages The Syslog feature can create log records of each Alarm Event. As these event records are created, they are sent to a Syslog Daemon, located at an IP address defined via the Network Parameters menu. 12.1. Configuration In order to employ this feature, you must set the real-time clock and calendar via the System Parameters Menu, and define the IP address for the Syslog Daemon via the Network Port Configuration menu.
Page 189 13. SNMP Traps The SNMP Trap function allows the DSM/CPM to send Alarm Notification messages to two different SNMP managers, each time one of the Alarms discussed in Section 9 is triggered. Note: • The SNMP feature cannot be configured via the SNMP Manager. • SNMP reading ability is limited to the System Group. • The SNMP feature includes the ability to be polled by an SNMP Manager. • Once SNMP Trap Parameters have been defined, SNMP Traps will be sent each time an Alarm is triggered and/or when a Buffer Mode serial port reaches the user-defined Buffer Threshold value. For more information on Alarm Configuration, please refer to Section 9.
Page 190 SNMP Traps SNMP Trap Parameters: Access the SNMP Trap Parameters Menu as described in Section 7.8.5. Set the following: SNMP Managers 1 and 2: The address(es) that will receive SNMP Traps that are generated by one of the Alarms discussed in Section 9. Consult your network administrator to determine the IP address(es) for the SNMP Manager(s), then use the Network Parameters menu to set the IP address for each SNMP Manager.
Page 191: Operation Via Snmp
The DSM/CPM’s SNMP Agent supports various configuration, control, status and event notification capabilities. Managed objects are described in the WTI-CONSOLE-MIB. txt document, which can be found on the WTI web site (http://www.wti.com). This MIB document can be compiled for use with your SNMP client.
Page 192: Configuration Via Snmp
Operation via SNMP 14.3. Configuration via SNMP DSM/CPM User accounts can be viewed, created, modified, and deleted via SNMP . User accounts are arranged in a table of 128 rows, and indexed 1-128. User account parameters, as seen through the SNMP , are summarized below. • userTable::userName –...
Page 193: Viewing Users
Operation via SNMP 14.3.1. Viewing Users To view users, issue a GET request on any of the user parameters for the index corresponding to the desired user. 14.3.2. Adding Users For an empty index, issue a SET request on the desired parameters. Minimum requirement is a username and password to create a user, all other parameters will be set to defaults if not specified.
Page 194: Plug Control Via Snmp
Operation via SNMP 14.4. Plug Control via SNMP 14.4.1. Controlling Plugs Note: Power Control features are not present on DSM Series units. The power control functions described here are only available on CPM Series units. ON, OFF, BOOT, and DEFAULT commands can be issued for plugs via SNMP . Plugs are arranged in a table of N rows, where N is the number of plugs in the system. Plug parameters are described below.
Page 195: Controlling Plug Groups
Operation via SNMP 14.4.2. Controlling Plug Groups Note: Power Control features are not present on DSM Series units. The power control functions described here are only available on CPM Series units. ON, OFF, BOOT, and DEFAULT commands can be issued for plug groups via SNMP . Plug groups are arranged in a table of 54 rows, one row for each plug group in the system.
Page 196: Configuring Serial Ports
Operation via SNMP 14.5. Configuring Serial Ports Commands can be issued to set certain serial port configuration parameters via SNMP . Ports are arranged in a table of up to 41 rows, with one row for each possible serial port. Serial port parameters are described below.
Page 197: Viewing Unit Status Via Snmp
Operation via SNMP 14.6. Viewing Unit Status via SNMP Status of various components of the DSM/CPM can be retrieved via SNMP . Plug Status, and Environmental Status are currently supported. 14.6.1. System Status - Ethernet Port MAC Addresses Note: Ethernet Port 1 is only available on DSM/CPM units that include the optional, secondary Ethernet Port. To display the Ethernet Port MAC Address for units that include only one Ethernet Port, use the environmentMacEth0 option.
Page 198: Alarm Status
• alarmTables::alarmNoDialtone - Displays the status of the No Dialtone Alarm. • alarmTables::alarmEmergencyShutoff - (CPM Series Units Only) Displays the status of the Emergency Shut Off feature. For more information regarding the Emergency Shut Off feature, please contact WTI Tech Support at service@wti.com. 14-8...
Page 199: Sending Traps Via Snmp
Operation via SNMP 14.7. Sending Traps via SNMP Traps that report various unit conditions can be sent to an SNMP Management Station from the DSM/CPM. The following traps are currently supported. • WarmStart Trap – Trap indicating a warm start • ColdStart Trap –...
Page 200 • emergencyShutoffSetTrap - (CPM Series Units Only) Indicates that an emergency shut off has been implemented. For more information regarding the Emergency Shut Off feature, please contact WTI Tech Support at service@wti.com. • emergencyShutoffClearTrap - (CPM Series Units Only) Indicates that an emergency shut off has been cleared.
Page 201: Creating Web Certificates
15. Creating Web Certificates There are two different types of HTTPS security certificates: "Self Signed" certificates and "Signed" certificates. Note: SSL/TLS parameters cannot be defined via the Web Browser Interface. In order to set up SSL/TLS encryption, you must contact the DSM/CPM via the Text Interface. Self Signed certificates can be created by the DSM/CPM, without the need to go to an outside service. The principal disadvantage of Self Signed certificates, is that when you access the DSM/CPM command mode via the Web Browser Interface, the browser will display a message which warns that the connection might be unsafe.
Page 202: Creating A Self Signed Certificate
Creating Web Certificates 15.1. Creating a Self Signed Certificate To create a Self Signed certificate, access the Text interface using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands and then proceed as follows: Type /N and press [Enter] to display the Eth0/IPv4 (Shared) Network Parameters menu.
Page 203: Creating A Signed Certificate
Creating Web Certificates After you have defined parameters 5 through 11, type 12 and press [Enter] to access the CSR Commands menu. From the CSR Commands Menu, type 1 and press [Enter] to generate a Certificate Signing Request. This will overwrite any existing certificate, and create a new Self Signed certificate.
Page 204 After the configuration has been saved, test the signed certificate by accessing the DSM/CPM via the Web Browser Interface, using an HTTPS connection. For example, if the common name has been defined as "service.wti.com", then you would enter "https://service.wti.com" in your web browser's address field.
Page 205: Downloading The Server Private Key
Creating Web Certificates 15.3. Downloading the Server Private Key When configuring the DSM/CPM's SSL/TLS encryption feature (or setting up other security/authentication features), it is recommended to download and save the Server Private Key. To download the Server Private Key, access the Text interface using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands and then proceed as follows: Type /N and press [Enter] to display the Eth0/IPv4 (Shared) Network...
Page 206: Saving And Restoring Configuration Parameters
16. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters Once the DSM/CPM is properly configured, parameters can be downloaded and saved. Later, if the configuration is accidentally altered, the saved parameters can be uploaded to automatically reconfigure the unit without the need to manually assign each parameter.
Page 207: Downloading & Saving Parameters Via Web Browser Interface
Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters 16.1.2. Downloading & Saving Parameters via Web Browser Interface The Web Browser Interface also includes a download function that can be used to save DSM/CPM parameters to an XML format file on your PC or laptop. To save parameters via the Web Browser Interface, proceed as follows: Notes: • Although DSM/CPM parameters can be saved to a file via either the Text...
Page 208: Restoring Recently Saved Parameters
Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters 16.3. Restoring Recently Saved Parameters If you make a mistake while configuring the DSM/CPM unit, and wish to return to the previously saved parameters, the Text Interface's "Reboot System" command (/I) offers the option to reinitialize the DSM/CPM using previously backed up parameters. This allows you to reset the unit to previously saved parameters, even after you have changed parameters and saved them.
Page 209: Upgrading Dsm/Cpm Firmware
When upgrading older DSM/CPM units that feature pre v6.23 firmware, it is recommended to use the WTI Firmware Upgrade Utility. A zip file that contains the installation files and other documentation for the WTI Firmware Upgrade Utility can be downloaded from WTI's FTP server, located at: ftp://wtiftp.wti.com/pub/TechSupport/Firmware/Upgrade_Utility/...
Page 210 Start FTP/SFTP Servers for Slip Stream Upgrade: This option will upgrade only the WTI Management Utility, without updating the DSM/CPM's operating firmware. To update the WTI Management Utility only, type 4 and press [Enter]. Note that after any of the above options is selected, the DSM/CPM will start the receiving servers and wait for an FTP/SFTP client to make a connection and upload a valid firmware binary image.
Page 211 DSM/CPM’s default IP address (Default = 192.168.168.168) or access command mode via Serial Port 1 or via Modem. When firmware upgrades are available, WTI will provide the necessary files. At that time, an updated Users Guide or addendum will also be available.
Page 212: Command Reference Guide
18. Command Reference Guide 18.1. Command Conventions Most commands described in this section conform to the following conventions: • Power Control Functions: DSM Series units do not support power control functions. Power reboot and switching functions are only available on CPM Series units.
Page 213: Command Summary
Command Reference Guide 18.2. Command Summary Function Command Syntax Command Access Level Admin. SuperUser User ViewOnly Display /S [Enter] Port and Plug Status  X X X X /SD [Enter] Port Diagnostics X X X X /W [n] [Enter] Port Parameters (Who) X...
Page 214: Command Set
Command Reference Guide 18.3. Command Set This section provides information on all Text Interface commands, sorted by functionality 18.3.1. Display Commands Display Port (and Plug) Status Screen Displays the Port and Plug Status Screen, which lists the current status of the DSM/CPM's serial ports and switched outlets.
Page 215 Command Reference Guide Display Plug Group Status Screen Displays the Plug Group Status Screen, which lists and briefly describes all user-defined Plug Groups. For more information, please refer to Section 10.5. Notes: • This command is not available on DSM Series units. The Plug Group Status Screen is only available on CPM Series units. • In Administrator Mode all user defined Plug Groups are displayed. In SuperUser Mode, User Mode and ViewOnly Mode, the Plug Group Status Screen will only include the Plug Groups allowed by your account. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User, ViewOnly Format: /S [Enter] Display Network Status Displays the Network Status Screen, which lists current network connections to the...
Page 216 Command Reference Guide View Connection (with Echo) When two DSM/CPM ports have been connected, the /V command can be used to display data that is sent between the two connected serial ports, including data that has been echoed. Note: To display data sent between two connected serial ports without including echoed data, please refer to the /VE command. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser Format: /V <n>...
Page 217 Command Reference Guide Current Metering (CPM-C Series Units Only) Displays the Current Metering Screen, which lists Current, Power, Voltage and Temperature readings as well as settings for the Current and Temperature alarms. Notes: • Current Metering functions are not available on DSM Series. • If desired, the User Directory can disable access to Current and Power Metering functions for User and View Only level accounts. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User, View Only Format: /M [Enter] Alarm Status Screen Lists all available user-defined alarms and indicates whether or not an alarm has been...
Page 218: Control Commands
Command Reference Guide 18.3.2. Control Commands Exit Command Mode Exits command mode. When issued at the Network Port, also ends the session. Note: If the /X command is invoked from within a configuration menu, recently defined parameters may not be saved. In order to make certain that parameters are saved, always press the [Esc] key to exit from all configuration menus and then wait until "Saving Configuration" message has been displayed and the cursor has returned to the command prompt before issuing the /X command. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User, ViewOnly Format: /X [Enter] Connect Establishes a bidirectional connection between two ports. For more information, see Section 6.2.
Page 219 Command Reference Guide Third Party Disconnect Invoke the /D command at your resident port to disconnect two other ports. Notes: • The /D command cannot disconnect your resident port • SuperUsers and Users are limited to the ports that are specifically allowed by their accounts. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser Format: /D[/Y] <x> [x] [Enter] Where: (Optional) suppresses the "Sure?" prompt. Is the number or name of the port(s) to be disconnected.
Page 220 Command Reference Guide Erase Buffer Erases data from the buffer for a specified port(s). Notes: • Users are limited to the ports that are specifically allowed by their accounts • Erased data cannot be recovered. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User Format: /E[/Y] <x> [x] [Enter] Where: Is the number or name of the port buffer(s) to be cleared. To erase buffers for all ports, enter an asterisk.
Page 221 Command Reference Guide Switch Plug(s) ON Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) On, as described in Section 6.4.2. Notes: • This command is not available on DSM Series units. The On command is only available on CPM Series units. • When the /ON command is used to switch more than one plug, the Boot/ Sequence Delay Periods will be applied as described in Section 7.6. • When this command is invoked in Administrator Mode or SuperUser Mode, it can be applied to all plugs and Plug Groups on the CPM Series unit. When this command is invoked in User Mode, it can only be applied to the plugs and/or Plug Groups that have been enabled for your account. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User Format: /ON <n>[,Y] [Enter] Where: The number or name of the plug(s) or Plug Group(s) that you intend to Switch On.
Page 222 Command Reference Guide /OFF Switch Plug(s) OFF Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) Off, as described in Section 6.4.2. When the /OFF command is used to switch more than one plug, Boot/Sequence Delay Period will be applied as described in Section 7.6. The /OFF command can also be entered as /OF.
Page 223 Command Reference Guide Send Parameters to File Sends all DSM/CPM configuration parameters to an ASCII text file as described in Section 16. This allows you to back up the configuration of your DSM/CPM unit. Availability: Administrator Format: /U [Enter] Send SSH Key Instructs the DSM/CPM to provide you with a public SSH key for validation purposes.
Page 224 Command Reference Guide /SSH Outbound SSH Creates an outbound SSH connection. Notes: • In order for the /SSH command to function, Telnet/SSH and Outbound Service Access must be enabled for your user account as described in Section 7.4. In addition, SSH Access and Outbound Access must also be enabled via the Network Parameters menu, as described in Section 7.8.1. • If you have logged in via the Network Port, the /SSH command will not function. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User Format: /SSH <ip> -l <username> [Enter] Where: Is the target IP address. The IP Address can be entered in either IPv4 or IPv6 format.
Page 225: Configuration Commands
Command Reference Guide 18.3.3. Configuration Commands Set System Parameters Displays a menu used to define general system parameters for the DSM/CPM unit. All functions provided by the /F command are also available via the Web Browser Interface. For more information, please refer to Section 7.2. Availability: Administrator Format: /F [Enter] Set Serial Port Parameters...
Page 226 Command Reference Guide /PNA Ping No Answer Configuration Parameters (DSM Series Units Only) Displays a menu that is used to define IP addresses and other associated parameters that will be used by the Ping No Answer Alarm. When Ping No Answer IP addresses have been defined and the Ping No Answer Alarm has been enabled, the DSM/CPM can ping user-defined IP addresses, and notify you when devices at those IP addresses are not responding to the ping command.
Page 227 Command Reference Guide Reboot System (Default) Re-initializes the DSM/CPM unit and offers the option to keep user-defined parameters or reset to default parameters. As described in Sections 7.9.1 and 16.3, the /I command can also be used to restore the unit to previously saved parameters. When the /I command is invoked, the unit will offer four reboot options: • Reboot Only (Do NOT default parameters) • Reboot & Default (Keep IP Parameters & SSH Keys; Default all other parameters)
Page 228 Command Reference Guide /TEST Test Network Parameters Displays a menu which is used to test configuration of the Syslog and SNMP Trap functions and can also be used to ping a user-selected IP address. Notes: • In order for a ping test to function properly, your network and/or firewall and the target device must be configured to allow ping commands. • In order for the ping command to function with domain names, Domain Name Server parameters must be defined as described in Section 7.8.3.
Page 229: A.1. Standard Dsm Series Units
• DSM-24 Series Models: Twenty Four (24) RJ45 connectors (DTE pinout,) One (1) USB Mini SetUp Port • DSM-40 Series Models: Forty (40) RJ45 connectors (DTE pinout,) One (1) USB Mini SetUp Port Coding: 7/8 bits, Even, Odd, No Parity, 1, 2 Stop Bits.
Page 230: A.2. Cpm Series Units
Appendices A.2. CPM Series Units Power Input/Output: Voltage: CPM-1600-1 and CPM-800-1 Series: 100 - 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz CPM-1600-2 and CPM-800-2 Series: 208 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz AC Input Feed: CPM-1600 Series and CPM-800 Series: 20 Amps Max. Input Feed per Inlet AC Inlets: CPM-1600 Series: Four (4) IEC320-C20 CPM-800 Series: Two (2) IEC320-C20 AC Outlets: CPM-1600-1 Series: 16 each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets CPM-1600-2 Series: 16 each, IEC320-C13 Outlets CPM-800-1 Series: 8 each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets CPM-800-2 Series: 8 each, IEC320-C13 Outlets...
Page 231: B.1. Serial Port (Rs232)
Appendix B. Serial Interface Description DSM or CPM Figure B.1: DSM Series and CPM Series RS232 Port Interface (RJ45) Not Used Not Used RING Not Used Not Used Figure B.2: RJ11 Phone Line Port (for Optional Internal Modem) B.1. Serial Port (RS232) DCD and DTR hardware lines function as follows: When connected: If either port is set for Modem Mode, the DTR output at either port reflects the DCD input at the other end.
Page 232: B.2. Dsm And Cpm Series Rj45 Serial Ports
RJ45, DCE Serial with RJ45 Serial Console Port Console Port DB9M Serial Console Ports: DX9F-DTE-RJ RJ45 Straight Cable: Linux PC or Liinux Laptop, WTI Snap Adapter RJX-7 (7 Feet) RSM Series Units, RJX-15 (15 Feet) WTI MPC Series Units and RJX-25 (25 Feet)
Page 233: C.1. Straight Rj-45 Cables And Rollover Rj-45 Cables
RJ-45 serial ports on a standard DSM Series or CPM Series unit. For information regarding other WTI cables and adapters, please refer to the "Serial Cables and Adapters" document, which can be found on the WTI Web Site at: http://www.wti.com/guides/serialcables+adapters.pdf...
Page 234: C.2. Connecting Db-9M Dte Devices
DB-9M DTE devices to the RJ-45 Serial Ports on DSM Series and CPM Series units: • PCs and Laptops • Console Ports on WTI MPC Series Units • Other Devices with a DB-9M DTE Console Port When connecting a DB-9M DTE device to an RJ-45 Serial Port on a DSM Series or CPM Series unit, please refer to Figure C.3 and Figure C.4 below:...
Page 235: C.3. Connecting Db-25F Dte Devices
Appendices C.3. Connecting DB-25F DTE Devices The DX25M-DTE-RJ Snap Adapter can be used with a Straight RJ-45 cable to attach the most DB-25F DTE devices to RJ-45 Serial Ports on DSM Series or CPM Series units. When connecting a DB-25F DTE device to an RJ-45 Serial Port on a DSM Series or CPM Series unit, please refer to Figure C.5 and Figure C.6 below: RJ-45 DB-25M...
Page 236: C.4. Connecting Db-25F Dce Devices
Appendices C.4. Connecting DB-25F DCE Devices The DX25M-DCE-RJ Snap Adapter can be used with a Straight RJ-45 cable to attach the following DB-25F DCE devices to RJ-45 serial ports on DSM Series and CPM Series units: • External Modems with DB-25F DCE Serial Port • Other Devices with a DB-25F DCE Console Port When connecting a DB-25F DCE device to an RJ-45 serial port on a DSM Series or CPM Series unit, please refer to Figure C.7 and Figure C.8 below: RJ-45...
Page 237: C.5. Connecting Rj-45 Dce Devices
Appendices C.5. Connecting RJ-45 DCE Devices An RJ-ROLL Rollover cable can be used to connect the following RJ-45 DCE devices to the RJ-45 serial ports on DSM Series or CPM Series units: • Cisco Routers with RJ-45 DCE Console Port • Sun Routers with RJ-45 DCE Console Port • Other Devices with RJ-45 DCE Console Port When connecting an RJ-45 DCE device to an RJ-45 serial port on DSM Series or CPM Series units, please refer to Figure C.9 below: RJ-45 DCE RJ-45 DCE...
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If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service. WTI Customer Service 5 Sterling Irvine, California 92618 Local Phone: (949) 586-9950...
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