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WTI Part No. 13851
Rev. J
RSM-8R Series
Remote Site Manager with Power Control
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 WTI Part No. 13851 Rev. J RSM-8R Series Remote Site Manager with Power Control User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Installation Instructions

    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 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

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............. 1-1 2. Unit Description .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 5. Basic Configuration (Continued) 5.7. Defining Plug Parameters ..........5-24 5.7.1.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 8. The Status Screens ............8-1 8.1.
  • Page 8 Table of Contents 13. Operation via SNMP ........... . . 13-1 13.1.
  • Page 9 RSM-8R4-1-DCM - Front Panel ........

  • Page 10: Introduction

    1. Introduction WTI’s RSM-8R series Remote Site Manager + Power Control units allow secure, remote monitoring and management of AC powered rack mount equipment via SSL, SSH, SNMP , web browser, telnet, internal modem or local terminal. The RSM-8R allows you...
  • Page 11 The RSM-8R includes the WTI Device Management Utility (DMU,) which allows you to manage multiple WTI units via a single menu. For more information on the Management Utility, please refer to the DMU User’s Guide that can be downloaded from the WTI web site at: http://www.wti.com/t-product-manuals.aspx.

  • Page 12: Unit Description

    2. Unit Description 2.1. RSM-8R4 Series - Front Panel Components RSM-8R4 www.wti.com Remote Site Manager + Power Control STATUS ACTIVITY CLEAR Figure 2.1: RSM-8R4 Series - Front Panel As shown in Figure 2.1, the front panel on RSM-8R4 series units includes the following components: CLEAR Button: Restarts the RSM-8R4 as described in Section 2.6.

  • Page 13: Rsm-8R4 Series - Back Panel Components

    Switched Outlets: Four AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off or rebooted in  response to user commands: • RSM-8R4-1: Four (4) each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets. • RSM-8R4-2: Four (4) each, IEC320-C13 Outlets. Serial Ports: For connection to console ports on target devices. Standard RJ45 ...

  • Page 14: Rsm-8R8 Series - Front Panel Components

    Unit Description RSM-8R8 www.wti.com SERIAL PORTS LINK SET UP OUTPUT STATUS Remote Site Manager ACTIVITY STATUS RESET DEFAULT Power Control ON RDY DCD PHONE Ethernet 5 6 7 8 9 Figure 2.4: RSM-8R8-1 & RSM-8R8-2 - Front Panel 2.3. RSM-8R8 Series - Front Panel Components As shown in Figure 2.4, the front panel on RSM-8R8 series units includes the following...

  • Page 15: Rsm-8R8 Series - Back Panel Components

    Unit Description PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.5: RSM-8R8-1 - Back Panel PRIMARY SECONDARY Figure 2.6: RSM-8R8-2 - Back Panel 2.4. RSM-8R8 Series - Back Panel Components As shown in Figures 2.5 and 2.6, the back panel on RSM-8R8 series units includes the following components: Primary Power Inlet: An IEC320-C20 AC inlet which supplies primary power to the ...

  • Page 16: Rsm-8R4-Dcm Series - Front Panel Components

    Unit Description 1 2 3 4 RSM-8R4 SERIAL PORTS LINK DEF RST PHONE Ethernet SETUP PORT LINE Figure 2.7: RSM-8R4-1-DCM - Front Panel 1 2 3 4 RSM-8R4 SERIAL PORTS LINK DEF RST PHONE Ethernet SETUP PORT LINE Figure 2.8: RSM-8R4-2-DCM - Back Panel 2.5.

  • Page 17: Front Panel Button Functions

    Switched Outlets: Four AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off or rebooted in  response to user commands: • RSM-8R4-1: Four (4) each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets. • RSM-8R4-2: Four (4) each, IEC320-C13 Outlets. 2.6. Front Panel Button Functions The front panel buttons can be used to perform several functions described below: Notes: •...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Note that RSM-8R8 series units feature two power inlets. Total Input Model No. Outlets Voltage Input Feed Max. Load RSM-8R4-1 100 to 120 VAC 15 Amp 12 Amps* RSM-8R4-2 100 to 240 VAC 15 Amp 12 Amps* RSM-8R4-1-DCM...

  • Page 19: Connect Your Pc To The Rsm-8R

    Getting Started 3.2. Connect Your PC to the RSM-8R The RSM-8R can either be controlled by a local PC Serial Port, controlled via modem, or controlled via TCP/IP network. In order to select parameters, connect ports or control outlets, commands are issued to the RSM-8R via either the Network Port, Modem Port or Serial Setup Port.

  • Page 20: Connecting Ports And Switching Outlets

    Getting Started Via Telnet: Make certain that Telnet access is enabled as described in Section 5.9.2. Start your Telnet client, and enter the RSM-8R's default IP address (192.168.168.168). Via Modem: Use your communications program to dial the number for the line connected to the RSM-8R’s Phone Line port. Username / Password Prompt: A message will be displayed, which prompts you to enter your username (Login) and password..
  • Page 21 If you have further questions regarding the RSM-8R unit, please contact WTI Customer Support as described in Appendix E.

  • Page 22: Hardware Installation

    4. Hardware Installation 4.1. Connecting the Power Supply Cables 4.1.1. Installing the Power Supply Cable Keeper The RSM-8R includes a cable keeper, which is designed to prevent the power supply cable from being accidentally disconnected from the unit. When attaching the power supply cable to the unit, first swing the cable keeper out of the way, then plug the power cable securely into the power input.

  • Page 23: Connection To Switched Outlets

    Hardware Installation 4.4. Connection to Switched Outlets Connect the power cord from your switched device to one of the AC Outlets located on the RSM-8R back panel. Note that when power is applied to the RSM-8R, the AC Outlets will be switched “ON” by default. 4.5.

  • Page 24: Basic Configuration

    5. Basic Configuration This section describes the basic configuration procedure for all RSM-8R units. For more information on Reboot Options and Alarm Configuration, please refer to Section 6 and Section 7. 5.1. Communicating with the RSM-8R Unit In order to configure the RSM-8R, you must first connect to the unit, and access command mode.

  • Page 25: The Web Browser Interface

    Basic Configuration To access command mode via the Text Interface, proceed as follows: Note: 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 5.9.

  • Page 26: Access Via Pda

    Basic Configuration 5.1.3. Access Via PDA In addition to the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface, the RSM-8R command mode can also be accessed by PDA devices. Note however, that due to nature of most PDAs, only a limited selection of RSM-8R operating and status display functions are available to users who communicate with the unit via PDA.

  • Page 27: Configuration Menus

    Basic Configuration 5.2. Configuration Menus Although the Web Browser Interface and Text 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. To access the configuration menus, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 28: Defining System Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.3. 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 29 Basic Configuration • 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 30 Basic Configuration • Management Utility: Enables/Disables the Device Management Utility (DMU.) When enabled, the DMU allows you to manage multiple WTI units via a single menu. For more information on the DMU, please refer to the DMU User's Guide, which can be found on the WTI website at: http://www.wti.com/t-product-manuals.aspx...

  • Page 31: The Real Time Clock And Calendar

    Basic Configuration 5.3.1. The Real Time Clock and Calendar The Real Time Clock menu is used to set the RSM-8R's internal clock and calendar. The configuration menu for the Real Time Clock offers the following options: • Date: Sets the Month, Date, Year and day of the week. •...

  • Page 32: The Invalid Access Lockout Feature

    Basic Configuration 5.3.2. The Invalid Access Lockout Feature When properly configured and enabled, the Invalid Access Lockout feature can watch all login attempts made via SSH connection, Telnet connection, web browser or the serial SetUp Port. 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 33 Basic Configuration • 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 RSM-8R will lock out the offending MAC address for the user-defined SSH Lockout Duration Period or until the /UL command is issued.
  • Page 34 Basic Configuration • 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 RSM-8R will lock out the offending MAC address for the user-defined Web Lockout Duration Period or until the /UL command is issued.

  • Page 35: Log Configuration

    Basic Configuration 5.3.3. Log Configuration This feature allows you to create records of command activity, alarm actions and temperature readings for the RSM-8R unit. The Log features are enabled and configured via the System Parameters Menus. The RSM-8R features three different event logs: the Audit Log, the Alarm Log and the Temperature Log: •...

  • Page 36: The Temperature Log

    Basic Configuration 5.3.3.2. The Temperature Log The System Parameters menu allows you to either enable or disable the Temperature Log. When the Temperature Log is enabled, the RSM-8R will not log temperature readings. In the default state, the Temperature Log is enabled. 5.3.3.3. Reading, Downloading and Erasing Logs To read or download the status logs, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 37: Callback Security

    Basic Configuration 5.3.4. Callback Security The Callback function provides an additional layer of security when callers attempt to access command mode via modem. When this function is properly configured, modem users will not be granted immediate access to command mode upon entering a valid password;...
  • Page 38 Basic Configuration • Callback Delay: The amount of time that the RSM-8R will wait between Callback attempts. (Default = 30 seconds.) Notes: • After configuring and enabling Callback Security, you must then define a callback phone number for each desired user account (as described in Section 5.5) in order for this feature to function properly.

  • Page 39: User Accounts

    Basic Configuration 5.4. 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 40: Granting Serial Port Access

    Basic Configuration 5.4.2. 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 41: Managing User Accounts

    Basic Configuration 5.5. 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 42 Basic Configuration • Port Access: Determines which RSM-8R Serial Ports this account will be allowed to access. (Defaults; Administrator & SuperUser = All Ports On, User and ViewOnly = All Ports Off.) Notes: • Administrator and SuperUser level accounts will always have access to all Serial Ports.

  • Page 43: Modifying User Accounts

    Basic Configuration • Callback Number: Assigns a number that will be called when this account attempts to access command mode via modem, and the Callback Security Function has been enabled as described in Section 5.3.4. (Default = undefined.) Notes: • If the Callback Number is not defined, then Callbacks will not be performed for this user.

  • Page 44: Deleting User Accounts

    Basic Configuration 5.5.4. Deleting User Accounts This function is used to delete individual user accounts. Note that the Delete User function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands. Notes: • Deleted accounts cannot be automatically restored. •...

  • Page 45: The Plug Group Directory

    Basic Configuration 5.6. The Plug Group Directory 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. For example, an individual equipment rack might include an assortment of devices that belong to different departments or clients.

  • Page 46: Adding Plug Groups

    Basic Configuration 5.6.2. Adding Plug Groups The "Add Plug Group to Directory" option allows you to create new Plug Groups and assign plug access rights to each group. Note that the Add Plug Group function is only available when you have accessed command mode using a password that permits Administrator Level commands.

  • Page 47: Defining Plug Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.7. Defining Plug Parameters The Plug Parameters Menu is used to define Plug Names, boot/sequence delay times and Power Up Default values for each of the RSM-8R'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 48 Basic Configuration • 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 RSM-8R will automatically switch each plug On or Off as specified by the Power-Up Default.

  • Page 49: The Boot Priority Parameter

    Basic Configuration 5.7.1. The Boot Priority Parameter Normally, when an "On" or "Reboot" command is invoked, the RSM-8R 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 50: Example 2: Change Plug 4 To Priority 2

    Basic Configuration 5.7.1.2. Example 2: Change Plug 4 to Priority 2 In the second Example shown in Figure 5.2, 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 51: Serial Port Configuration

    Basic Configuration 5.8. Serial Port Configuration The Serial Port Configuration menus allow you to select parameters for the RSM-8R's eight Serial Ports as well as the Internal Modem Port. The Serial Ports can be configured for connection to a local PC or Modem. In addition, the Serial Port Configuration menu can also be used to set communications parameters, disable Administrator level commands and also select a number of other Serial Port Parameters described in Section 5.8.2.

  • Page 52: The Serial Port Configuration Menu

    Basic Configuration 5.8.2. The Serial Port Configuration Menu To configure the RSM-8R's Serial Ports or Internal Modem Port, proceed as follows: • Text Interface: Type /P n and then press [Enter] (where n is the name or number of the desired port). To configure the RSM-8R's Internal Modem Port, type /P 9 and then press [Enter]. The Serial Port Parameters menu will be displayed.
  • Page 53 Basic Configuration • 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.
  • Page 54 Communication alarm to provide notification when a WTI device that has been attached to one of the RSM-8R's serial ports ceases to function. Normally, the RSM-8R 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 RSM-8R can then notify you via email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap as described in Section 7.3.
  • Page 55 Basic Configuration Network Services: • Direct Connect: Direct Connect allows users to access the RSM-8R and automatically create a connection between the Network Port and a specific serial port by including the appropriate Telnet port number in the connect command (e.g. Port 5 = 2105). For more information, please refer to Section 10. As described below, the Direct Connect feature offers three options.
  • Page 56 Basic Configuration • Syslog: The Syslog feature is used to create records of each buffer event. As event records are created, they are sent to a Syslog Daemon, at an IP address defined via the Network Parameters menu. For more information, please refer to Section 11.

  • Page 57: Copying Parameters To Several Serial Ports (Text Interface Only)

    Basic Configuration 5.8.3. Copying Parameters to Several Serial Ports (Text Interface Only) If you are configuring the RSM-8R 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 RSM-8R serial ports.

  • Page 58: Network Configuration

    Basic Configuration 5.9. 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. Although the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface allow definition of essentially the same parameters, parameters are arranged differently in the two interfaces.
  • Page 59 Basic Configuration • Logoff Character: Defines the Logoff Character for this port. This determines which command(s) must be issued at this port in order to disconnect from a second port. (Default = ^X ([Ctrl] plus [X]).) Note: The Sequence Disconnect parameter can be used to pick a one character or a three character logoff sequence.

  • Page 60: Network Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.2. Network Parameters In the Text Interface, these parameters are accessed via the Network Configuration menu. In the Web Browser Interface, these parameters can be found by clicking the "Network Parameters" link on the left hand side of the screen to display the Network Parameters menu.
  • Page 61 Basic Configuration • HTTP Access (Web Access): Enables/disables the Web Browser Interface. When disabled, users will not be allowed to contact the unit via the Web Browser Interface. (Default = Off.) • HTTP Port: Selects the TCP/IP port number that will be used for SSH connections. (Default = 80.) •...
  • Page 62 Basic Configuration • Ping Access: Enables/Disables response to the ping command. When Disabled, the RSM-8R will not respond to Ping commands. Note that disabling Ping Access at the Network Port will not effect the operation of the Ping-No-Access Alarm. (Default = On.) •...

  • Page 63: Modem Pooling

    Basic Configuration 5.9.2.1. Modem Pooling The "Modem Hunt Telnet" and "Modem Hunt Raw" parameters allow the RSM-8R to support modem pooling in conjunction with third party Serial Port Redirector software. This allows you to connect external modems to several RSM-8R serial ports, and then use the RSM-8R to automatically find a free modem when you need to create an outbound connection.

  • Page 64: Ip Security

    Basic Configuration 5.9.3. IP Security The IP Security feature allows the RSM-8R to restrict unauthorized IP addresses from establishing inbound Telnet connections to the unit. This allows you to grant Telnet access to only a specific group of IP addresses, or block a particular IP address completely.

  • Page 65: Adding Ip Addresses To The Allow And Deny Lists

    Basic Configuration 5.9.3.1. Adding IP Addresses to the Allow and Deny Lists To add an IP Address to the Allow or Deny list, and begin configuring the IP Security feature, proceed as follows. Notes: • Both the Allow and Deny list can include Linux operators, wild cards, and net/mask pairs.

  • Page 66: Linux Operators And Wild Cards

    Basic Configuration 5.9.3.2. Linux Operators and Wild Cards In addition to merely entering a specific IP address or partial IP address in the Allow or Deny list, you may also use any standard Linux operator or wild card. In most cases, the only operator used is "EXCEPT" and the only wild card used is "ALL," but more experienced Linux users may note that other operators and wild cards may also be used.

  • Page 67: Static Route

    The DNS menu is used to select 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. In the Text Interface, the DNS menu is accessed via the Network Configuration menu. In the Web Browser Interface, the DNS menu is accessed via the flyout menus under the Network Configuration link.

  • Page 68: Snmp Access Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.6. 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 69: Snmp Trap Parameters

    Basic Configuration • SNMPv3 User Name: Sets the User Name for SNMPv3. Note that this option is not available when the Version parameter is set to V1/V2. (Default = undefined.) • SNMPv3 Password: Sets the password for SNMPv3. Note that this option is not available when the Version parameter is set to V1/V2.

  • Page 70: Ldap Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.8. LDAP Parameters The RSM-8R supports LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol,) which allows authentication via the "Active Directory" network Directory Service. When LDAP is enabled and properly configured, command access rights can be granted to new users without the need to define individual new accounts at each RSM-8R unit, and existing users can also be removed without the need to delete the account from each RSM-8R unit.
  • Page 71 • LDAP Group Setup: Provides access to a submenu, which is used to define LDAP Groups as described in the Sections 5.9.8.1 through 5.9.8.4. • Debug: This option is used to assist WTI Technical Support personnel with the diagnosis of LDAP issues.

  • Page 72: Adding Ldap Groups

    Basic Configuration 5.9.8.1. 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 RSM-8R unit. To add LDAP groups to your RSM-8R unit, log in to the command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands.

  • Page 73: Modifying Ldap Groups

    Basic Configuration 5.9.8.3. Modifying LDAP Groups If you want to modify an existing LDAP Group in order to change parameters or plug access rights, the "Modify LDAP Group" function can be used to reconfigure group parameters. To Modify an existing LDAP Group, access the RSM-8R command mode using a password that permits access to Administrator Level commands.

  • Page 74: Tacacs Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.9. TACACS Parameters The TACACS Configuration Menus offer the following options: • Enable: Enables/disables the TACACS feature at the Network Port. (Default = Off.) • Primary Address: Defines the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters) for your primary TACACS server. (Default = undefined.) •...
  • Page 75 Basic Configuration 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 = All Ports Disabled.) Notes: •...

  • Page 76: Radius Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.10. RADIUS Parameters The RADIUS Configuration Menus offer the following options: • Enable: Enables/disables the RADIUS feature at the Network Port. (Default = Off.) • Primary Address Defines the IP address or domain name (up to 64 characters long) for your primary RADIUS server. (Default = undefined.) •...

  • Page 77: Dictionary Support For Radius

    RADIUS dictionary file. The WTI RADIUS dictionary file provides the following commands: • WTI-Super - Sets the command access level for the user. This command provides the following arguments: 0 = ViewOnly...
  • Page 78 Basic Configuration • WTI-Group-Access - Determines which plug group(s) the user will be allowed to access. The argument for this command includes a character for each, defined plug group, with the first character in the string being used to represent the first plug group defined, and the last character in the string representing the last plug group defined.

  • Page 79: Email Messaging Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.9.11. Email Messaging Parameters The Email Messaging menu is used to define parameters for email messages that the RSM-8R can send to notify you when an alarm is triggered. To define email message parameters, access the RSM-8R Command Mode using a password that permits access to Administrator Level commands and then proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 80: Save User Selected Parameters

    Basic Configuration 5.10. Save User Selected Parameters It is strongly recommended to save all user-defined parameters to an ASCII file as described in Section 15. 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 RSM-8R has saved the newly defined parameters before exiting from command mode.

  • Page 81: Reboot Options

    6. Reboot Options In addition to performing reboot cycles in response to commands, the RSM-8R 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.) •...

  • Page 82: Ping-No-Answer Reboot

    Reboot Options 6.1. 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 83 Reboot Options • Reboot: Enables/Disables the Ping-No-Answer Reboot function for the specified IP address. When this item is disabled, the RSM-8R will not reboot the specified outlet(s) when a Ping-No-Answer is detected. However, the RSM-8R will continue to notify you via Email, Syslog Message and/or SNMP Trap, providing that parameters for these functions have been defined as described in Section 5.9 and the Ping-No- Answer Answer alarm has been enabled as described in Section 7.4.

  • Page 84: Viewing Ping-No-Answer Reboot Profiles

    Reboot Options 6.1.2. Viewing Ping-No-Answer Reboot Profiles After you have defined one or more Ping-No-Answer Reboot profiles, you can review the parameters selected for each profile using the View Ping-No-Answer feature. In order to view the configuration of an existing Ping-No-Answer profile, you must access command mode using a password that allows Administrator level commands and then use the Ping-No-Answer menu's "View/Modify Ping-No-Answer"...

  • Page 85: Scheduled Reboot

    Reboot Options 6.2. Scheduled Reboot The Scheduled Reboot feature can be used to reboot one or more outlets according to a user-defined schedule, or to automatically turn outlets Off and then 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 86: 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 87: Alarm Configuration

    WTI device is disrupted, when a Ping-No-Answer condition is detected, when the Invalid Access Lockout feature is triggered and when excessive data accumulates at a serial port buffer..

  • Page 88: The Over Temperature Alarms

    Alarm Configuration 7.1. The Over Temperature Alarms The Over Temperature Alarms are designed to inform you when the temperature level inside your equipment rack reaches or exceeds certain user-defined levels. There are two separate Over Temperature Alarms; the Initial Threshold alarm and the Critical Threshold Alarm.
  • Page 89 Alarm Configuration • Alarm Set Threshold: The trigger level for this alarm. When temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold, the RSM-8R can send an alarm (if enabled) and/or begin Load Shedding (if enabled.) For more information on Load Shedding for the Over Temperature Alarm, please refer to Section 7.1.1.

  • Page 90: Over Temperature Alarms - Load Shedding And Auto Recovery

    Alarm Configuration 7.1.1. Over Temperature Alarms - Load Shedding and Auto Recovery The Load Shedding feature is used to switch specific, user-defined plugs On or Off whenever the temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold value. This allows the RSM-8R to automatically shut Off non-essential devices in order to reduce the temperature generated within the rack, or automatically switch On devices such as fans or cooling systems in order to dissipate heat from the rack.
  • Page 91 Alarm Configuration • Plug Group Access: Determines which Plug Group(s) will be switched when the temperature exceeds the Alarm Set Threshold and the Load Shedding feature is triggered. For example, if you have defined a Plug Group named "test", which includes Plugs 2, 3 and 4, and then select the "test" Plug Group via the Plug Group Access parameter, then all of the plugs in the "test"...

  • Page 92: The Circuit Breaker Open Alarm (Rsm-8R8 Units Only)

    Alarm Configuration 7.2. The Circuit Breaker Open Alarm (RSM-8R8 Units Only) The Circuit Breaker Alarm is intended to provide notification in the event that one of the RSM-8R's circuit breakers is opened. Notes: • The Circuit Breaker Open Alarm is only available on units that include two power inlets (Models RSM-8R8-1 and RSM-8R8-2.) •...

  • Page 93: The Lost Communication Alarm

    • In order for the Lost Communication Alarm to function, the Heartbeat parameter must be enabled at each serial port that you wish to monitor. For example, in order to monitor a WTI device that is connected to Serial Port 3, the Heartbeat function must be enabled at Serial Port 3.
  • Page 94 For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the RSM-8R will send initial notification when it detects lost communication with the a WTI device connected to one of the RSM-8R Serial Ports, and then send a second notification when it determines that communication has been restored.

  • Page 95: The Ping-No-Answer Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.4. The Ping-No-Answer Alarm The Ping-No-Answer Alarm is intended to provide notification when one of the IP addresses defined via the Ping-No-Answer Reboot feature (as described in Section 6.1) fails to respond to a Ping command. When one of the user-defined IP addresses fails to answer a Ping command, the RSM-8R can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap.
  • Page 96 Alarm Configuration • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the RSM-8R will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected. For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the RSM-8R will send initial notification when it detects that a Ping command has failed, and then send a second notification when it determines that the IP address is again responding to the Ping command.

  • Page 97: The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.5. The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm The Serial Port Invalid Access Lockout Alarm can provide notification when the RSM-8R has locked the serial SetUp Port due to repeated, invalid attempts to access command mode. Normally, the Invalid Access Lockout feature (discussed in Section 5.3.2) can lock the serial SetUp Port whenever the unit detects that a user-defined threshold for invalid access attempts at the SetUp Port is exceeded.
  • Page 98 Alarm Configuration • Resend Delay: Determines how long the RSM-8R 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 RSM-8R will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected.

  • Page 99: The Power Cycle Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.6. The Power Cycle Alarm The Power Cycle Alarm can provide notification when all input power to the RSM-8R unit is lost and then restored. When the power supply is lost and then restored, the RSM-8R can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap. Notes: •...

  • Page 100: Buffer Threshold Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.7. 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 5.8.2. When the amount of data in the buffer for a given serial port exceeds the user-defined Buffer Threshold value, the RSM-8R can provide notification via Email, Syslog Message or SNMP Trap.
  • Page 101 Alarm Configuration • Email Message: Enables/Disables email notification for this alarm. (Default = On.) Note: The Email Message parameter offers four different options: On, Off, On (Copy to All Triggers) or Off (Copy to All Triggers). If either of the "Copy to All Triggers"...

  • Page 102: The No Dialtone Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.8. The No Dialtone Alarm The No Dialtone Alarm enables the RSM-8R to monitor a telephone line connected to an external modem installed at the RSM-8R Setup Port, and then provide notification if the RSM-8R detects that the phone line is dead or no dialtone is present. If the No Dialtone Alarm is enabled and the RSM-8R determines that there is no dialtone signal, the No Dialtone Alarm can provide notification via email using a network connection.
  • Page 103 Alarm Configuration • Notify Upon Clear: When this item is enabled, the RSM-8R will send additional notification when the situation that caused the alarm has been corrected. For example, when Notify Upon Clear is enabled, the RSM-8R 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 104: The Lost Voltage Alarm

    Alarm Configuration 7.9. The Lost Voltage Alarm The Lost Voltage (Line In) Alarm can provide notification when the power supply to the RSM-8R unit has been interrupted. Notes: • The Lost Voltage (Line In) alarm is only available on RSM-8R units that include two input power lines (models RSM-8R8-1 and RSM-8R8-2.) •...
  • Page 105 Alarm Configuration • 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 5.9.11) 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 106: The Status Screens

    • Breakers: This field will read "Yes" if the RSM-8R unit includes circuit breakers. • EnergyWise: The supported EnergyWise version number. Note: The Information provided by the Product Status Screen is intended mainly to assist WTI support peronnel with the diagnosis of user equipment problems.

  • Page 107: The Network Status Screen

    The Status Screens 8.2. The Network Status Screen The Network Status screen shows activity at the RSM-8R's 16 virtual network ports, and lists the TCP Port Number, Active/Free Status and current user name for each virtual network port. To display the Network Status Screen via the Text Interface, type /SN and press [Enter].
  • Page 108 The Status Screens To view the Plug Status Screen, access the RSM-8R command mode and then proceed as follows: • Text Interface: To view a screen that lists Port Status and Plug Status, type /S and press [Enter]. • Web Browser Interface: Click on the "Port Status" link on the left hand side of the screen to display the Port Status Screen.
  • Page 109 The Status Screens Plug Status: The Port and Plug Status Screen in the Text Interface and the Plug Status Screen in the Web Interface both list the following parameters for the RSM-8R's switched outlets: • Plug: The number of each switched outlet. Note: If an asterisk appears next to the plug number in this column, this indicates that the plug is "busy", and still in the process of completing a previous command.

  • Page 110: The Plug Group Status Screen

    The Status Screens 8.4. The Plug Group Status Screen The Plug Group Status screen shows the configuration details and On/Off status for the RSM-8R's user-defined Plug Groups. Notes: • When the Plug Group Status Screen is viewed by an account with Administrator or SuperUser command access, all RSM-8R plugs and plug groups can be shown.

  • Page 111: The Event Logs

    The Status Screens 8.5. The Event Logs 8.5.1. The Audit Log The Audit Log provides a record of most command activity at the RSM-8R unit, including power switching, port connections and disconnections, login and logout activity. Note however that the Audit Log does not include user information regarding access to configuration menus or status screens.

  • Page 112: The Temperature Log

    The Status Screens 8.5.3. The Temperature Log The temperature log provides a record of RSM-8R temperature readings, in reverse chronological order, with the most recent events appearing at the top of the list. To view the Temperature Log, access command mode using a password that permits Administrator or SuperUser level commands and then proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 113: The Port Diagnostics Screen

    The Status Screens 8.6. The Port Diagnostics Screen The Port Diagnostics Screen provides more detailed information about each port. To display the Port Diagnostics Screen, access the Text Interface command mode and type /SD [Enter]. When the /SD command is invoked by an Administrator or SuperUser level account, the Port Diagnostics Screen will display the status of all ports.

  • Page 114: The Port Parameters Screens

    The Status Screens 8.7. The Port Parameters Screens The /W (Who) command displays more detailed information about an individual RSM-8R port. Rather than listing general connection information for all ports, the Port Parameters screen lists all defined parameters for a specific port. When the /W command is invoked by an Administrator or SuperUser level account, it can be used to display parameters for all RSM-8R Serial Ports, plus the Network Port.

  • Page 115: Operation

    9. Operation As discussed in Section 5, the RSM-8R offers two separate command interfaces; the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface. Both interfaces offer essentially the same options and features, and in most cases, parameters defined via the Web Browser Interface will also apply when communicating via the Text Interface (and vice versa.) 9.1.

  • Page 116: The Plug Group Control Screen - Web Browser Interface

    Operation 9.1.2. The Plug Group Control Screen - Web Browser Interface The Plug Group Control Screen is used to send switching and reboot commands to the user-defined Plug Groups. As described in Section 5.6, 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 117: Controlling Power - Text Interface

    Operation 9.2. Controlling Power - Text Interface 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 RSM-8R commands.
  • Page 118 Operation When switching and reboot commands are executed, the RSM-8R will display a "Sure?" prompt, wait for user response, and then complete the command. The unit will pause for a moment while the command is executed, and then return to the Port and Plug Status Screen.

  • Page 119: Applying Commands To Several Plugs - Text Interface

    Operation 9.2.2.1. Applying Commands to Several Plugs - Text Interface 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 5.7.

  • Page 120: Connecting And Disconnecting Serial Ports - Text Interface

    Operation 9.3. Connecting and Disconnecting Serial Ports - Text Interface The Text Interface can also be used to create connections between RSM-8R serial ports. This allows you to access the console port of a connected device, or allow connected devices to access the RSM-8R's internal modem or network port. Note: The Web Browser Interface cannot be used to connect or disconnect ports.
  • Page 121 Operation To Connect ports, 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]. Where xx is the number or name of the port you want to connect. The RSM-8R will display the numbers of the connected ports, along with the command required in order to disconnect the two ports.

  • Page 122: Disconnecting Ports

    Operation 9.3.1.2. Disconnecting Ports There are 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. Note: The "DTR Output"...

  • Page 123: Defining Hunt Groups

    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 via Telnet, and you can’t wait for the RSM-8R to timeout in order to free up the TCP port.

  • Page 124: Passive Mode

    Operation It is only necessary to enter enough letters of the port name to differentiate Hunt Group ports from other ports. Type an asterisk (*) to represent the remaining characters in the name. For example, to connect to the first available port in a group of ports named "SALES1", "SALES2", and "SALES3", the connect command can be invoked as /C S* [Enter], providing no other port names begin with the letter "S".

  • Page 125: Buffer Mode

    Operation 9.3.3. Buffer Mode The Buffer Mode allows collection of data from various devices without the requirement that all devices use the same communication parameters. In addition, Buffer Mode ports can also be configured to support the SYSLOG, SNMP Trap and Buffer Threshold Alarm functions.

  • Page 126: Port Buffers

    Operation To clear data from any port buffer (with or without reading it first), access command mode via the text interface, using an account and port that permit Administrator, SuperUser or User level commands, then issue the /E (Erase Buffer) command using the following format: /E xx [Enter] Where xx is the number of the port buffer to be cleared.

  • Page 127: Modem Mode

    Operation 9.3.4. Modem Mode The Modem Mode provides features specifically related to modem communication. A Modem Mode Port can perform all functions normally available in Any-to-Any Mode. The Modem Mode is available to all RSM-8R ports except the Network Port, and is the default port mode at the Internal Modem port.

  • Page 128: Telnet & Ssh Functions

    10. Telnet & SSH Functions 10.1. Network Port Numbers Whenever an inbound Telnet or SSH session connects to an RSM-8R 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 129: The Direct Connect Feature

    Telnet & SSH Functions 10.3. The Direct Connect Feature The Direct Connect feature allows you to initiate a Telnet, SSH or Raw Socket session with the RSM-8R 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 RSM-8R's serial ports.
  • Page 130 Telnet & SSH Functions 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 RSM-8R to send a break character whenever a Raw Socket connection to this port is terminated.

  • Page 131: Connecting To A Serial Port Using Direct Connect

    Telnet & SSH Functions 10.3.3. Connecting to a Serial Port using Direct Connect Direct Connect TCP port numbers are as follows: Standard Telnet Direct Connection (with Password): • Serial Ports: TCP port numbers 2101 through 2108. • Internal Modem Port: TCP port number 2109. Standard Telnet Direct Connection (without Password): •...

  • Page 132: Terminating A Direct Connect Session

    Telnet & SSH Functions 10.3.4. 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 133: Creating An Outbound Telnet Connection

    Telnet & SSH Functions 10.4. Creating an Outbound Telnet Connection The RSM-8R 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 RSM-8R's Text Interface command mode using an account that permits Telnet Access and Outbound Access, via one of the RSM-8R's Serial RS232 Ports as described below.

  • Page 134: Creating An Outbound Ssh Connection

    Telnet & SSH Functions 10.5. Creating an Outbound SSH Connection The RSM-8R's /SSH command can be used to create an outbound SSH connection. In order to use the /SSH command, you must access the RSM-8R's Text Interface command mode using an account that permits SSH Access and Outbound Access, via one of the RSM-8R's Serial RS232 Ports as described below.

  • Page 135: Syslog Messages

    11. 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. 11.1. 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 136: Snmp Traps

    12. SNMP Traps SNMP is an acronym for "Simple Network Management Protocol". The SNMP Trap function allows the RSM-8R to send Alarm Notification messages to two different SNMP managers, each time one of the Alarms discussed in Section 7 is triggered. Note: •...
  • Page 137 SNMP Traps SNMP Trap Parameters: Access the SNMP Trap Parameters Menu as described in Section 5.9.7. 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 7. 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 138: Operation Via Snmp

    The RSM-8R’s SNMP Agent supports various configuration, control, status and event notification capabilities. Managed objects are described in the WTI-RSM-TSM-MIB.txt document, which can be found on the WTI web site (http://www.wti.com). The WTI- RSM-TSM-MIB.txt document can be compiled for use with your SNMP client.

  • Page 139: Configuration Via Snmp

    Operation via SNMP 13.3. Configuration via SNMP RSM-8R 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. •...

  • Page 140: Viewing Users

    Operation via SNMP 13.3.1. Viewing Users To view users, issue a GET request on any of the user parameters for the index corresponding to the desired user. 13.3.2. 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 141: Plug Control Via Snmp

    Operation via SNMP 13.4. Plug Control via SNMP 13.4.1. Controlling Plugs 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 142: Configuring Serial Ports

    Operation via SNMP 13.5. Configuring Serial Ports Commands can be issued to set certain serial port configuration parameters via SNMP . Ports are arranged in a table of 9 rows, with one row for each serial port. Serial port parameters are described below. •...

  • Page 143: Sending Traps Via Snmp

    Operation via SNMP 13.7. Sending Traps via SNMP Traps that report various unit conditions can be sent to an SNMP Management Station from the RSM-8R. The following traps are currently supported. • WarmStart Trap – Trap indicating a warm start •...

  • Page 144: Setting Up Ssl Encryption

    RSM-8R unit (e.g., service.wti.com.) Once a signed certificate has been created and uploaded to the RSM-8R, you will then be able to access command mode without seeing the warning message that is normally displayed for Self Signed certificate access.

  • Page 145: Creating A Self Signed Certificate

    Setting Up SSL Encryption 14.1. Creating a Self Signed Certificate To create a Self Signed certificate, access the Text interface via Telnet or SSH, using a password that permits access to Administrator level commands and then proceed as follows: Type /N and press [Enter] to display the Network Parameters menu. At the Network Parameters menu, type 23 and press [Enter] to display the Web Access menu (Figure 14.1.) Type 3 and press [Enter] and then follow the instructions in the resulting submenu to enable HTTPS access.

  • Page 146: Creating A Signed Certificate

    Setting Up SSL Encryption After you have defined parameters 5 through 11, type 12 and press [Enter] (Create CSR) to create a Certificate Signing Request. By default, this will overwrite any existing certificate, and create a new Self Signed certificate. The RSM-8R will prompt you to create a password.

  • Page 147: Downloading The Server Private Key

    After the configuration has been saved, test the signed certificate by accessing the RSM-8R 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. If the Signed Certificate has been properly created and uploaded, the warning message should no longer be displayed.

  • Page 148: Saving And Restoring Configuration Parameters

    15. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters Once the RSM-8R is properly configured, parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text file. 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 149: Restoring Saved Parameters

    Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters 15.2. Restoring Saved Parameters This section describes the procedure for using your terminal emulation program to send saved parameters to the RSM-8R. Start your terminal emulation program and access the RSM-8R’s Text Interface command mode using an account that permits Administrator level commands. Configure your terminal emulation program to upload an ASCII text file.

  • Page 150: Restoring Previously Saved Parameters

    Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters 15.3. Restoring Previously Saved Parameters If you make a mistake while configuring the RSM-8R unit, and wish to return to the previously saved parameters, the Text Interface's "Reboot System" command (/I) offers the option to reinitialize the RSM-8R 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 151: Upgrading Rsm-8R Firmware

    Utility. The WTI Firmware Upgrade Utility allows you to manage firmware updates for multiple WTI units from a single interface. 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 152 Start FTP/SFTP Servers for Slip Stream Upgrade: This option will upgrade only the WTI Management Utility, without updating the RSM-8R'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 RSM-8R will start the receiving servers and wait for an FTP/SFTP client to make a connection and upload a valid firmware binary image.
  • Page 153 RSM-8R’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 154: Command Reference Guide

    17. Command Reference Guide 17.1. Command Conventions Most commands described in this section conform to the following conventions: • Text Interface: Commands discussed in this section, can only be invoked via the Text Interface. These commands cannot be invoked via the Web Browser Interface. •...

  • Page 155: Command Summary

    Command Reference Guide 17.2. 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 X...

  • Page 156: Command Set

    Command Reference Guide 17.3. Command Set This Section provides information on all Text Interface commands, sorted by functionality 17.3.1. Display Commands Display Port and Plug Status Screen Displays the Port and Plug Status Screen, which lists the current status of the RSM-8R's serial ports and switched outlets.
  • Page 157 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 8.4. Note: 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.

  • Page 158: Control Commands

    Command Reference Guide Display Site ID / Unit Information Displays the user-defined Site I.D. message. If the optional asterisk (*) argument is included in the command line, the command can also display the model number, serial number, software version and other information for the RSM-8R unit. Availability: Administrator, SuperUser, User, ViewOnly Format: /J [*] [Enter] Where * is an optional argument, which can be included in the command line to...
  • Page 159 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.
  • Page 160 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.
  • Page 161 Command Reference Guide Switch Plug(s) ON Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) On, as described in Section 9.2.2. When the /ON command is used to switch more than one plug, Boot/Sequence Delay Period will be applied as described in Section 5.7. Note: When this command is invoked in Administrator Mode or SuperUser Mode, it can be applied to all RSM-8R plugs and Plug Groups.
  • Page 162 Command Reference Guide /OFF Switch Plug(s) OFF Switches selected plugs(s) or Plug Group(s) Off, as described in Section 9.2.2. When the /OFF command is used to switch more than one plug, Boot/Sequence Delay Period will be applied as described in Section 5.7. The /OFF command can also be entered as /OF.
  • Page 163 Command Reference Guide Send SSH Key Instructs the RSM-8R to provide you with a public SSH key for validation purposes. This public key can then be provided to your SSH client, in order to prevent the SSH client from warning you that the user is not recognized when you attempt to create an SSH connection.
  • Page 164 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 5.5. In addition, SSH Access and Outbound Access must also be enabled via the Network Parameters menu, as described in Section 5.9.2.

  • Page 165: Configuration Commands

    Command Reference Guide 17.3.3. Configuration Commands Set System Parameters Displays a menu which is used to define general system parameters for the RSM-8R unit. All functions provided by the /F command are also available via the Web Browser Interface. For more information, please refer to Section 5.3. Availability: Administrator Format: /F [Enter] Set Serial Port Parameters...
  • Page 166 Command Reference Guide Reboot Options Displays a menu that is used to configure Scheduled Reboots and Ping-No-Answer Reboots. Scheduled Reboots allow the devices connected to RSM-8R's switched outlets to be rebooted on a regular basis, according to a user defined schedule. Ping-No-Answer Reboots allow the RSM-8R to automatically reboot specific outlets when a user-specified IP address does not respond to a Ping command.
  • Page 167 Command Reference Guide Upgrade Firmware When new versions of the RSM-8R firmware become available, this command is used to update existing firmware as described in Section 16. Notes: • The Firmware Upgrade Utility is the preferred method for managing RSM-8R firmware upgrades.

  • Page 168: Serial Port (Rs232)

    Appendix A. Interface Description RJ-45 Pin No. Request to Send Ready Out Data Out Ground Pin 8 Pin 1 Data In Carrier Detect Clear to Send Figure A.1: Serial Port Interface A.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 169: Straight Rj-45 Cables And Rollover Rj-45 Cables

    This section describes the cables and adapters that are used to connect common devices to the RSM-8R's RJ-45 serial ports. For information regarding other WTI cables and adapters, please refer to the "Serial Cables and Adapters" document, which can be found on the CDROM included with the RSM-8R.

  • Page 170: Connecting Db-9M Dte Devices

    The DX9F-DTE-RJ Snap Adapter can be used with a Straight RJ-45 cable to attach the following DB-9M DTE devices to the RSM-8R's RJ-45 Serial Ports: • PCs and Laptops • Console Ports on WTI RSM Series Units • 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 the RSM-8R, please refer to Figure B.3 and Figure B.4 below:...

  • Page 171: Connecting Db-25F Dte Devices

    Appendices B.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 RSM-8R units. When connecting a DB-25F DTE device to an RJ-45 Serial Port on the RSM-8R, please refer to Figure B.5 and Figure B.6 below: RJ-45 DB-25M...

  • Page 172: Connecting Db-25F Dce Devices

    Appendices B.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 the RSM-8R: • External Modems with DB-25F DCE Serial Port •...

  • Page 173: Connecting Rj-45 Dce Devices

    Appendices B.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 RSM-8R units: • Cisco Routers with RJ-45 DCE Console Port • Sun Routers with RJ-45 DCE Console Port •...

  • Page 174: Rsm-8R4-Dcm Mounting Options

    Appendix C. RSM-8R4-DCM Mounting Options RSM-8R4-1-DCM and RSM-8R4-2-DCM models offer a variety of different mounting options to fit the requirements of almost any application. In addition to the standard Wall Mount brackets included with the unit, RSM-8R4-DCM models can also be mounted in a 19"...

  • Page 175: Rack Mounting

    Appendices Rack Mounting WTI offers optional Rack Mount Brackets (WTI Part No. DCM-8R4-19R) that can be used to mount the RSM-8R4-DCM in a standard, 19" equipment rack. To mount the RSM-8R4-DCM in an equipment rack, first use four screws to secure the Rack Mount Brackets to the sides of the unit as shown in Figure C.2, then secure the...

  • Page 176: Din Rail Mounting

    Appendices C.3. DIN Rail Mounting WTI also offers an optional DIN Rail Mounting Kit (WTI Part No. DCM-8R4-DIN) that can be used to mount the RSM-8R4-DCM on a standard DIN Rail or top hat rail. To mount the RSM-8R4-DCM on a DIN Rail, first use four screws to attach the DIN Mounting Brackets to the RSM-8R4-DCM unit as shown in Figure C.4, and then attach...

  • Page 177: Specifications

    RSM-8R8 Units: 20 Amps Max. Input Feed per Inlet AC Inlets: RSM-8R4 and RSM-8R4-DCM Units: One (1) IEC320-C14 RSM-8R8 Units: Two (2) IEC320-C20 AC Outlets: RSM-8R4-1 and RSM-8R4-1-DCM: 4 each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets RSM-8R4-2 and RSM-8R4-2-DCM: 4 each, IEC320-C13 Outlets RSM-8R8-1: 8 each, NEMA 5-15R Outlets RSM-8R8-2: 8 each, IEC320-C13 Outlets RS232 Port Interface: Connectors: Eight (8) RJ45 connectors (DTE pinout.)

  • Page 178: Customer Service

    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...
  • Page 179 Appendices Trademark and Copyright Information WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telematic Inc.. All other product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of Western Telematic Inc..

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