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- Page 1 WTI Part No. 14532 Rev. A NBB Series Network Power Switches - Vertical Mount Products Covered: NBB-20VS20/16 Series NBB-20VS30/32 Series NBB-20VD20/16 Series NBB-20VD30/32 Series Hardware Guide...
- Page 2 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 Two Power Supply Cables Note that some NBB series units feature two separate power inlets and a separate power supply cable for each power inlet. Make certain to disconnect all power supply cables from their power source before attempting to service or remove the unit. 15 Amp Starter Cable(s) If the NBB unit includes a detached, 125 VAC, 15 Amp “Starter”...
- 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............. 1-1 2. Unit Description . -
Page 6: Introduction
1. Introduction This Hardware Guide covers set-up and installation for our NBB Series Network Power Switches. NBB Series units are designed to simplify the process of remotely managing vital network elements located at distant network equipment sites and off-site facilities by providing secure remote access to power switching and reboot functions at the remote network equipment site. -
Page 7: Unit Description
2. Unit Description 2.1. NBB Front Panel As shown in Figure 2.1, the NBB Series Front Panel includes the following components: Power Circuit A - Switched Outlets: AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off, rebooted or set to default state in response to user commands. • NBB-1 Series Units: Ten Switched NEMA 5-15 Outlets • NBB-2 Series Units: Ten Switched IEC 60320 C13 Outlets • NBB-3 Series Units: Ten Switched IEC 60320 C13 Outlets... - Page 8 Unit Description BRANCH 100% CURRENT USAGE BRANCH 100% CURRENT USAGE BRANCH BRANCH www.wti.com NBB-20V Figure 2.1: NBB Face Panel Components (Model NBB-20VD20-2 Shown)
- Page 9 Unit Description Network Port: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your 10/100Base-T, TCP/ IP network. Note that the Network Port also includes two, small LED indicators for Link and Data Activity. For more information on Network Port configuration, please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide. 10.
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Page 10: Additional Button Functions
Unit Description 2.2. Additional Button Functions The Default and Reset buttons on the NBB front panel can be used to perform the functions described below: Notes: • All Front Panel Button functions can also be disabled via the System Parameters menu, as described in the WTI Firmware Guide. • When the NBB is reset to factory defaults, all user-defined configuration parameters will be cleared, and the default “super” user account will also be restored. -
Page 11: Getting Started
3. Getting Started This section describes a simplified bench test procedure for NBB Series products, which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate basic features and check for proper operation. • For more information regarding installing the NBB hardware in a working network environment, please refer to Section 4. • For instructions regarding configurations options and advanced operating features, please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide. -
Page 12: Communicating With The Nbb
Getting Started 3.3. Communicating with the NBB Notes: • Default serial port parameters are set as follows: 9600 bps, RTS/CTS Handshaking, 8 Data Bits, One Stop Bit, No Parity. Although these parameters can be easily redefined, for this bench test procedure, it is recommended to configure your communications program to accept the default parameters. -
Page 13: Hardware Installation
4. Hardware Installation This section describes the installation procedure for the NBB hardware. Note: For a detailed description of configurations options and advanced operating features, please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide. 4.1. Rack Mounting The NBB offers three different mounting options; the unit can either be mounted to the equipment rack using the supplied Mounting Buttons or Mounting Plates, or the optional Mounting Brackets. -
Page 14: Connection To Switched Outlets
Hardware Installation 4.3. Connection to Switched Outlets Connect the power cord from your switched device to one of the AC Outlets on the NBB unit. Note that when power is applied to the NBB, the AC Outlets will be switched “ON” by default. -
Page 15: Emergency Shut Off Function
Hardware Installation 4.6. Emergency Shut Off Function NBB Series units also include an Emergency Shut Off function, that can be used to immediately shut off all NBB 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 16: Specifications
Appendix A. Specifications Physical/Environmental: Width: 1.75” (4.5 cm) Depth: 3.5” (8.9 cm) Height: 68.75” (174.6 cm) Zero Rack Units Operating Temperature: 32˚F to 122˚F (0˚C to 50˚C) Humidity: 10 - 90% RH Apx-1... -
Page 17: Serial Interface Description
Appendix B. Serial Interface Description (Standard Pinout) Figure B.1: NBB Series RS232 SetUpPort Interface (RJ45 - Standard Pinout) 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. If neither port is set for Modem Mode, DTR output is held high (active). -
Page 18: Rack Mounting Instructions
Appendix C. Rack Mounting Instructions The NBB offers a variety of different mounting options that allow the unit to be easily mounted in most common equipment racks. In addition to the mounting buttons and flat mounting plates included with the NBB unit, optional mounting brackets are also available. - Page 19 Appendices Install two Mounting Buttons in the holes selected in Step 1 above. Refer to Figure C.2 below for further details regarding assembling the Mounting Buttons and attaching them to the NBB unit. Refer to Figure C.3 below to make certain that the equipment rack includes appropriate mounting button holes and then attach the NBB unit to the rack by inserting the Mounting Buttons into the Mounting Button holes.
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Page 20: Mounting Plates
Appendices C.2. Mounting Plates The flat Mounting Plates included with the unit, can be used to mount NBB units in most standard equipment racks. When the Mounting Plates are used, NBB units can be mounted facing either side of the rack. Attaching the Brackets to the NBB: Determine which direction the NBB will face after mounting, and then secure the Mounting plates to the NBB as shown in Figure C.4, using the screws provided with the mounting brackets. -
Page 21: Mounting Brackets (Optional)
Appendices C.3. Mounting Brackets (Optional) In addition to the Mounting Buttons and Mounting Plates that are included with the NBB unit, optional mounting brackets are also available. The Mounting Brackets allow the NBB to be installed on the mounting rails found in most standard equipment racks. Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the NBB: The Mounting Brackets can be attached to the NBB unit using the three pairs of screw holes on either side of the NBB unit. -
Page 22: Optional Cable Retainer Bars
Appendix D. Optional Cable Retainer Bars The optional cable retainer bars provide a convenient means to secure power cables to the NBB unit in order to reduce the chance of accidental disconnection. The NBB unit is designed to accept two separate cable retainer bars: one for the ten Line A outlets and a second cable retainer bar for the ten Line B outlets. -
Page 23: Customer Service
Appendix E. Customer Service Customer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST, Monday through Friday. When calling, please be prepared to give the name and make of the unit, its serial number and a description of its symptoms. If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service. - Page 24 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..