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Server Technology PP02 Power On/Off Installation And User Manual

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  • Page 1 Server Technology Inc. R E M O T E Power On/Off NTELLIGENT Installation and User's Guide for: Model #PP02 On/Off/Reboot Power Control CTIVATED EMOTE Model #PP03 On/Off/Reboot Power Control plus Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME ShutDown Support OWER ONTROL Model #PPNT On/Off/Reboot Power Control...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction About this Guide Product Overview Intelligent Power Module (IPM) Power On/Off +Aux control unit A Sample Session, Power-ON Mode Installation Installing the IPM Installing the Power On/Off +Aux control unit Installation Diagrams Operating Modes and Options Preface and Safeguards Power-ON Mode Power-ON Ring Number...
  • Page 3 Off-Hook (busy) DIP Switch Configuration, Example DIP Switch Settings, Infinite-On/Off Mode DIP Switch Configuration and Examples, Infinite-On/Off Mode The +Aux Feature Installing an Auxiliary Device Sharing a Single Phone Line Modem Priority Option As a Security Feature Sample Sessions - ALL OPERATING MODES Appendix A ON/OFF and S 220 VAC Intelligent Power Module...
  • Page 4 Specifications Support and Warranty Server Technology, the world leader in Remote Power Control technology, provides a wide array of remote power management solutions - for individual PCs and enterprise operations. For information on our complete product line take a look at us on the World Wide Web. Our homepage address is: Copyright (c) 1990-2003 by Server Technology, Inc.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    It is Server Technology's intent that this product support your remote computing needs. Every attempt has been made, through design and craftsmanship, to ensure quality and compatibility. We believe it will become an integral and truly valuable part of you're remote computing setup and guarantee correct operation in accordance with this manual with a 1-year repair or replacement warranty.

  • Page 6: About This Guide

    Power On/Off +Aux revisions. Server Technology's original Remote Power On/Off was introduced in 1990 and the "+Aux" version was introduced in early 1993. Server Technology only warrants that your Power On/Off +Aux product will operate according to the manual that was originally delivered with the product.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Pictured below are the components included with a 110VAC Remote Power On/Off system. The items in the center picture represent a PP02 model. Note: A documentation CD-ROM may have been included instead of the printed manual. The items shown on the left are the additional items included with a PP03 model.

  • Page 8: Intelligent Power Module (Ipm)

    Intelligent Power Module (IPM) - 110vAC model The Intelligent Power Module houses an electronic relay that will switch power to your computer, or any AC powered device, on and off. The module is activated (powered ON) via a signal from the Power On/Off +Aux control unit. Compare your module now to the illustration below and familiarize yourself with the terms that follow.

  • Page 9: Power On/Off +Aux Control Unit

    Power On/Off +Aux Control Unit The desktop portion of Remote Power On/Off is the Power On/Off +Aux control unit. This unit monitors the telephone line for RING, OFF-HOOK, and ON-HOOK conditions and signals the IPM to power the computer and peripherals on and off accordingly.
  • Page 10 port - the incoming telephone line, from the wall-jack, connects to this RJ11 port. port - a telephone cable connects out from this RJ11 port to the modem's line-in port. . ODEM port - a facsimile machine, answering machine, or other device sharing the same phone line connects to this RJ11 port.

  • Page 11: A Sample Session, Power-On Mode

    A sample session, Power-ON Mode: The user makes a modem call to the phone number of the line attached to the Power On/Off +Aux control unit. The Power On/Off +Aux unit detects the incoming RINGs and counts them. After the first ring, the Power On/Off +Aux signals the IPM to power-ON the host PC and peripherals.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation This section covers the initial installation and testing of the Power On/Off +Aux control unit and the Intelligent Power Module (110vAC version). For additional installation information regarding the Windows 95/98/ME and Windows NT/2000/XP ShutDown/ versions refer to Appendix B and Appendix C respectively. For the 220VAC IPM, refer to page 39 of Appendix A. Default Settings Installation should be performed with the factory default DIP-switch configuration as shown below.
  • Page 13 NOTE: UPS users must attach the wall-mount power supply to a second backed-up outlet provided on the back of the battery back-up. If not, a power outage will result in the PC powering off because the IPM will switch off if the Power On/Off +Aux unit looses power.

  • Page 14: Back View

    After installing Remote Power On/Off: STATUS NTELLIGENT OWER ODULE Telephone Wall Jack ON OFF WITCHES IPM Signal Cable Remote Power On/Off OFF ON Modem Power Supply Power/Surge Strip Telephone Cables Power On/Off +Aux IPM P ODEM OWER Power Supply Modem Line-In (back view) Installation •...

  • Page 15: Operating Modes And Options

    Minimum ON Time - In all cases where the power is automatically turned-ON by a function of the Power On/Off +Aux unit, it will remain ON for a minimum of one (1) minute for a PP02, 90 seconds for a PP03, and five (5) minutes for a PPNT.

  • Page 16: Power-On Mode

    Power-ON Mode The default operating mode for the Remote Power On/Off system is the Power-ON Mode. This mode allows a PC and peripherals to be turned-ON by an incoming telephone call and automatically turned-OFF after the call is completed. In this mode, the Power On/Off +Aux control unit monitors the telephone line for three conditions known generically as RING, OFF- HOOK, and ON-HOOK.

  • Page 17: Dip Switch Configuration - Power-On Mode

    Note: These Power-OFF Delay Time settings are useful to support post-connection operations, such as host software "Call-Back" services. The recommended selection for this option is two minutes. This will allow time for a re-dial in cases where the first connect fails (usually because the host PC takes too long to fully bootup), as well as plenty of time to re-connect if an accidental or unexpected disconnect occurs during a session.

  • Page 18: Power-Off Delay Time

    Power-OFF Delay Time DIP switches 3 and 4 are used to select the Power-OFF Delay Time value: 3|OFF 4|OFF 1 second Power-OFF Delay Time * 3|OFF 4|ON 2 minute Power-OFF Delay Time 3|ON 4|OFF 15 minute Power-OFF Delay Time 3|ON 4|ON 1 hour Power-OFF Delay Time DIP switch 5 determines when the Power-OFF Delay Time should apply:...

  • Page 19: Dip Switch Configuration, Power-On Mode

    Example DIP Switch Configurations, Power-ON Mode: Ring = Power-ON, Hang-up = Power-OFF 1 RING Power-ON 1 second Power-OFF delay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 RING Power-ON 2 minute Power-OFF delay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 RING Power-ON 15 minute Power-OFF delay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

  • Page 20: Re Boot Mode

    BOOT Mode The second operating mode is the BOOT Mode. This mode is used to remotely reboot a device by temporarily interrupting its power source. The BOOT Mode provides a full coldboot, practical for resetting remote network equipment, communications or fax servers, individual PCs, or any distributed device in a lock-up or error state.

  • Page 21: No Answer Re Boot

    No Answer BOOT With the No Answer BOOT method, the Power On/Off +Aux control unit will count incoming RINGs and only initiate a reboot when a selected Ring-Count occurs and the call is not answered. If the call is answered (off-hook is detected) at anytime, either before or after the selected Ring-Count, the reboot is canceled.

  • Page 22: Aux Port Re Boot (Secure Method)

    This On-Hook BOOT method does not require any changes to the host PC configuration (the modem can answer on any ring number desired). For example, the system will operate as follows (Ring-Count set to 8): A call placed to the host PC is answered, the modem connection is made, and the session is successful. When finished, the caller disconnects and a A call placed to the host PC is answered, the modem connection is made, but the session is not successful.

  • Page 23: Off-Hook (Busy) Re Boot

    Off-Hook (busy) BOOT Option The one condition that can block you from initiating an immediate reboot with Remote Power On/Off is an endless busied-out line. If the Power On/Off +Aux unit is on the same line as the host modem, as is generally intended, and the modem refuses to hang-up, the line will remain constantly 'busy' and remote power control will be inaccessible.
  • Page 24 Selecting the BOOT Method DIP-switch 5 selects between the No Answer 5|OFF On-Hook 5|ON No Answer DIP-switches 5 and 7 select the +Aux Port (Secure) 5|ON 7|ON Ring-Count Select DIP-switch 6 selects the minimum Ring-Count required to initiate a 6|OFF Ring-Count required = Eight (8) 6|ON Ring-Count required = One (1) Off-Hook...

  • Page 25: Aux Port Re Boot (Secure Method)

    Example DIP Switch Configurations, No Answer reBOOT Minimum unanswered RINGs required to initiate reboot = 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 No Answer reBOOT Minimum unanswered RINGs required to initiate reboot = 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 No Answer reBOOT Minimum RINGs required = 1 2 hour Off-Hook limit Enabled...

  • Page 26: Infinite-On/Off Mode

    Infinite-On/Off Mode The Power-ON Mode allows a device to be turned on, remain on for the duration of the call, but always automatically turned back off up to 1 hour after the call is ended. On the other hand, the switches back on automatically after 30 seconds.
  • Page 27 DIP Switch Configuration The following outlines the DIP switch positions for the Infinite-On/Off Mode. When the Infinite-On/Off option is enabled, the 15 Ring Turn-OFF and +Aux Feature must also be enabled. Power can then be switched ON by 1, 5, or 10 RINGs and switched OFF with 15 RINGs.

  • Page 28: The +Aux Feature

    +Aux Feature The +Aux feature allows a single telephone line to be shared by a modem, the Power On/Off +Aux system, and one other telephone device, such as a facsimile machine or answering machine - which is attached to the A auxiliary device attached) a unique level of security for the Power-ON Mode or With the +Aux Feature enabled, routine incoming calls are routed to the auxiliary port device while modem access and power controls are safely disguised.

  • Page 29: Sharing A Single Phone Line

    Sharing a Single Phone Line The Power On/Off +Aux control unit, using relays, achieves line-sharing by controlling when the L to the M and A ports. With the +Aux Feature enabled, all normal or routine incoming calls are ignored (with ODEM respect to power control) and effectively routed to only the A functions, a two-call method must be used.

  • Page 30: Modem Priority Option

    Modem Priority Option The +Aux Feature has been designed to optionally allow priority to be given to the modem whenever the PC is fully booted and ready to answer calls. It allows you to choose whether or not the modem should be disguised when the system is already ON and fully booted.
  • Page 31 Sample Sessions The following sample sessions are common end-user configurations. They are provided as a guideline to better understand the possible Remote Power On/Off system configurations. Each sample is preceded by the appropriate DIP switch settings; a brief outline follows. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Power-ON Mode Power-ON Ring 1;...
  • Page 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Power-ON Mode, +Aux feature Enabled Power-ON Ring 5; 2 minute Power-OFF delay. Popular configuration for secure power control and optional line-sharing between modem and one other device attached to the A port. The user places a call to the phone number of the line attached to the Power On/Off +Aux.
  • Page 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Power-ON Mode Power-ON Ring 1; 15 minute Power-OFF delay. Configuration for using the PC (with fax/modem) as a facsimile machine. Requires dedicated phone line for fax server's fax-modem. An associate, wishing to send you a fax, enters the telephone number for your fax/modem and instructs the sending fax machine to dispatch the fax.
  • Page 34 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BOOT Mode, Power is normally ON No Answer BOOT Method; minimum rings required to effect a reboot = 1 2-hour Off-Hook (busy) BOOT - Enabled Popular BOOT configuration for BBS (bulletin board server), dial-up email or access servers, or high-traffic automated systems.
  • Page 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Infinite-On/Off Mode 1 Ring/Hang-up to 'prime', wait 10 seconds then place second call: 5 RINGs to Power-ON, or 15 RINGs to Power-OFF This configuration is for users who prefer the Remote Power On/Off to behave like a real switch -- to power-ON and stay on, or power-OFF and stay off.

  • Page 36: On/Off And Status Led Activity

    Appendix A ON/OFF and S LED Activity TATUS The front panel of the Power On/Off +Aux control unit contains two indicator lights. These LEDs inform the user of the current power status, present phone-line condition, and indicate whether or not the power has been activated remotely since it was last turned off manually.

  • Page 37: Status Light

    • ON ~ The power is ON and the is ON. • OFF ~ A BOOT is in progress. The power is currently OFF as part of the off>delay>on reboot cycle. Power will turn back on within 30 seconds. The LED is solid OFF. Light TATUS The purpose of the S...
  • Page 38 Power-ON and Infinite-On/Off Modes In the Power-ON and Infinite-On/Off operating modes, the idle (ON-HOOK) state of the S whether or not the power has been turned on remotely since the last time it was powered off manually. Only two distinct flash rates will occur: either a mostly off slow flash, or a mostly on slow flash.

  • Page 39: 220 Vac Intelligent Power Module Overview/Installation

    220 VAC Intelligent Power Module Overview/Installation For users that have purchased the 220VAC version of Remote Power On/Off, the Intelligent Power Module is a universal design utilizing common IEC 320 connectors. Functionally, the IPM will operate the same as described earlier in the 110V IPM section, but will require modification of a multiple outlet/surge strip specific to your country and its outlet type.
  • Page 40 Step 2 Locate the included cable-mount IEC 320 /C14 male inlet connector assembly (illustrated below) and a multiple outlet power or surge-protection strip specific to your country of installation (not included). The next action requires the user to install the IEC 320 /C14connector assembly to the end of the country specific multiple outlet strip (replacing the country specific male plug).
  • Page 41 Loosen each screw on the three terminals, then attach the appropriate conductor to each, and tighten the screws. Be sure to attach each conductor to the appropriate terminal, as shown in the above diagram. Also note that the inside of the IEC320 male assembly identifies each terminal with an "N"...

  • Page 42: Appendix B - Windows 95/98/Me Shutdown

    With Remote Power On/Off, the user is not at the computer, and consequently may not be able to perform the necessary shutdown prior to the power being turned off. To solve this problem, Server Technology introduced the Power On/Off +Aux ShutDown/ model #PP03. This version contains modified firmware, an IPM/ShutDown signal Y-cable, a serial and parallel port adapter, and custom software.
  • Page 43 The following diagram shows a complete installation with the Y-cable and ShutDown adapters. This diagram replaces the "After installing Remote Power On/Off" diagram on page 14. STATUS NTELLIGENT OWER ODULE Telephone Wall Jack IPM Signal ShutDown Signal As shown in the diagram, both a serial and a parallel port adapter are included. The serial port adapter has a 9-pin female connector to attach to a serial port on the Windows 95 system.
  • Page 44 Functional Changes to the Remote Power On/Off Due to the modified firmware in the Power On/Off +Aux ShutDown/ functional variations from those described earlier in this guide. All changes are related to the addition of the shutdown function. Minimum ON Time: The Minimum ON Time, described earlier on page 15, has been increased from one (1) minute to 90 seconds.

  • Page 45: Autoshutdown Software

    Starting with the power OFF and the LED off, pressing the button once will turn power ON and the LED will go on green. Pressing the button a second time will signal a shutdown to the Windows 95/98/ME system and the LED will start to blink, indicating a shutdown has been started.

  • Page 46: Loopback Shutdown Test

    The first time AutoShutDown runs, it will prompt you to choose the port to which the ShutDown adapter is attached and to enable it. Once you have done this, you should minimize AutoShutDown and go on with your work. AutoShutDown will continue to monitor the shutdown port while you run other applications.
  • Page 47 To solve this problem, Server Technology introduced the Power On/Off +Aux S model #PPNT. This version contains modified firmware, an IPM/ShutDown signal Y-cable, and a serial port adapter.
  • Page 48 Novell Netware systems to shut down (hence the "NW" on the adapter). For information about shutting down a Novell Netware system, please contact Server Technology's Technical Support Department. Note: A serial port on a PC can be either a 9-pin male or a 25-pin male connector. If your systems provides a 9-pin port the adapter will connect directly.
  • Page 49 Functional Changes to the Remote Power On/Off Due to the modified firmware in the Power On/Off +Aux ShutDown/ variations from those described earlier in this guide. All changes are related to the addition of the shutdown function. Minimum ON Time: The Minimum ON Time, described on page 15, has been increased from 1 to 5 minutes.
  • Page 50 Starting with the power OFF and the LED off, pressing the button once will turn power ON and the LED will go on green. Pressing the button a second time will signal a ShutDown to the Windows NT/2000/XP system and the LED will start to blink, indicating a ShutDown has been started.
  • Page 51 Remote Power On/Off for Windows NT, model #PPNT, makes use of the UPS Service much the same way as a UPS does. Whenever Remote Power On/Off is going to power the system OFF, it signals the UPS Service to ShutDown the operating system before doing so.
  • Page 52 2) Choose the options as illustrated below, then click OK: 3) To configure the UPS Service for the proper COM port and operating parameters of the Remote Power On/Off, select "UPS" from the Control Panel. The UPS window will be displayed: Selected the appropriate COM port and choose the other options as shown above, then click OK.

  • Page 53: Microsoft Windows 2000/Xp Ups Service Configuration

    Windows 2000/XP UPS Service Configuration Windows 2000 and Windows XP, similar to Windows NT, includes a service for an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). The mechanism for notifying Windows 2000/XP to shut down is nearly the same as for NT. The only difference between Windows NT and Windows 2000/XP is the software used to monitor the serial port for the ShutDown notification from the Power On/Off +Aux.
  • Page 54 The Power Options Properties screen will appear. Click the UPS tab. The Power Options Properties screen will appear similar to the screen capture down below (on the left). 2) Press the ‘Select...’ button to proceed to the UPS Selection screen (shown below, right) 3) On the UPS Selection screen specify "Generic"...
  • Page 55 4) On the UPS Interface Configuration screen (shown below, left), enable the UPS Signal Polarity options as illustrated. Click ‘Finish’ to return to the Power Options Properties screen (see screen on previous page, left). Press the ‘Configure...’ button on the Power Options Properties screen to proceed to the UPS Configuration screen (shown below, right).

  • Page 56: Operational Behavior, 2000/Xp Shutdown

    Operational Behavior, Windows 2000/XP ShutDown Configured as shown in the previous screen shots, and after a call initiates a power-OFF or a Power On/Off and the Windows 2000/XP UPS Service will work together in the following sequence: Time Event Power failure signaled by Remote Power On/Off 5 sec.
  • Page 57 To test the UPS Service, insert the loopback plug into the RJ11 end of ShutDown adapter. Within 15 seconds of insertion, the first warning message from the Windows NT/2000/XP UPS Service should appear. The shut down has been initiated. Appendix C | Windows NT/2000/XP ShutDown • 57 Remote Power On/Off...

  • Page 58: Windows Nt/2000/Xp Automatic Logon

    Windows NT/2000/XP Automatic Logon When a Windows NT system boots, the operating system expects a local user to press the <Ctrl><Alt><Del> key sequence to bring up the logon dialog box from which the user will login with their user name and password. This poses a problem for remote booting since a user is not at the system to press the expected key sequence.

  • Page 59: Appendix D - Upgrade Kits

    ShutDown-equipped version capable of attempting an orderly shut down of Microsoft's Windows NT/2000/XP. Server Technology introduced its original Power-On product in early 1990, but it was not until early 1993 that the third- generation "+Aux" model was released. At that time, Microsoft's DOS and Windows 3.1 were the dominant operating systems.

  • Page 60: Is Your Power On/Off Control Unit Upgrade-Compatible

    Is Your Power On/Off Control Unit Upgrade-Compatible? Only "+Aux" versions of Remote Power On/Off are capable of being upgraded. "+Aux" versions are easily identified by the writing on the front bezel of the Power On/Off control unit. Your unit must have either "Power On/Off +Aux" or "P +Aux S OWER...

  • Page 61: Upgrade Instructions

    Upgrade Instructions. If the ROM chip is soldered directly to the circuit board, or R14 contains a resistor, then you must call Server Technology to arrange to have the unit sent in for a hardware upgrade. Specifically, the ROM will need to be removed and a socket added and/or the resistor will need to be removed and replaced with a simple jumper wire.
  • Page 62 Appendices B or C, for information on installing and using the additional items included with the Upgrade Kit, and for configuration of the software element required for processing the orderly operating system shut down. Remote Power On/Off (c) Copyright 1995-2002 Server Technology, Inc.,USA C795 Appendix D | Upgrade Kits • 62...

  • Page 63: Incidence Of Harm

    FCC Compliance Information Notification To The Telephone Company This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is called.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    Specifications Power On/Off +Aux Control Unit Interface Specifications Line, Modem, Aux and IPM Ports: 6 wire modular RJ11C Telephone Ringer Equivalence: 0.4A Power Input - 9vDC, 300mA, Polarity: center-negative The product utilizes the standard telephone company RING signal on tip/ring phone lines. It can operate with 30V RMS minimum ring signal with 33% minimum ring time in 6.5 second maximum ring cycle.
  • Page 65 Warranty and Limitation of Liability Server Technology, Inc. agrees to repair (parts & labor) or replace Products that fail due to a defect within twelve (12) months after the shipment date of each Product unit to Buyer ("Warranty Period"). For purposes of this Agreement the term "defect"...

  • Page 66: Product Registration

    Register your products on-line today!: www.servertech.com/support/supportindex.htm Technical Support We understand that most everyone has questions when using a new product. Server Technology provides free product support during the Productwarranty period between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Pacific Time, Monday-Friday. For Technical Support: Email: support@servertech.com...

  • Page 67: Return Merchandise Authorization

    RMA#'s are valid for 30 days only from the issue date. 2. Shipping charges for the return of the equipment to Server Technology shall be the responsibility of the customer. For warranty repairs, Server Technology shall assume shipping charges to subsequently return the repaired item(s) to the customer.

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