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- Page 1 USER MANUAL AUDIT-BUDDY USER MANUAL GENERATION 2: “WIFI-BUDDY” +1.774.261.4444 www.purkaylabs.com 202 Worcester St, Unit 9 North Grafton, MA 01536 info@purkaylabs.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME IP CONFIGURATIONS Configuration Overview OVERVIEW About Static Configuration Surface Configuration Overview Change PC/Tablet Settings Concept Add Wi-Fi Module WIFI Module About Green LED Light Adapter Components Assign Module Positions What’s in the Box About Dynamic IP Configuration Security Install Drivers Adapter Communication... -
Page 3: Welcome
USER MANUAL WELCOME Thank you for purchasing AUDIT-BUDDY™ Generation 2 product, also called the WIFI-BUDDY. This User manual contains information regarding the set-up, scan and data collection for the AUDIT-BUDDY-Generation 2 product. This product uses a wireless configuration to stream real-time data from the AUDIT-BUDDY system to your computer or laptop. -
Page 4: Overview
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Page 5: Overview
USER MANUAL OVERVIEW AUDIT-BUDDY is a portable temperature and humidity monitor that records real-time and long-term scans of the data center environment. AUDIT-BUDDY consists of three temperature and humidity (TH1) Modules, three Wi-Fi adapters, and 1 carbon fiber rod with a weighted base. This as a temporary use application that does not require any installation or permanent set-up. -
Page 6: Concept
USER MANUAL CONCEPT WIFI-BUDDY uses a separate router that creates a private, temporary, static* IP network to connect the Wi-Fi enabled TH1 Module (WIFI Module) to the PC and stream the data. * The default communication is via static IP. Users who wish to communicate via their facility network should follow the dynamic IP configuration. -
Page 7: Wifi Module
USER MANUAL WIFI MODULE Wi-Fi Module The WIFI-BUDDY system consists of three Wi-Fi Modules and 1 carbon fiber rod. A Wi-Fi Module is a Wi-Fi adapter attached to a TH1 Module. -
Page 8: Adapter Components
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Page 9: What's In The Box
USER MANUAL WHAT’S IN THE BOX Hardware per Adapter: Software: • WIFI-MATE program • 1 Wi-Fi Adapter • 1 Screw – 1.5 inch WIFI-BUDDY Checklist: • 1 USB Cable • 3 Wi-Fi Adapters per stand • 4 AA Batteries • 1 Router •... -
Page 10: Security
USER MANUAL SECURITY • Purkay Labs recommends using a dedicated PC/tablet + router to create a temporary, private, encrypted network to stream data from WIFI-BUDDY • WIFI-BUDDY uses industry standard 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz WiFi • Supports DHCP enabled (Dynamic) and DHCP disabled (Static) IP Configura- tion [recommended] •... -
Page 11: Adapter Communication
Tablet IP settings. Dynamic IP Configuration (Advanced) Users who wish to connect to the Purkay Labs’ router or Facility Wi-Fi network via a dynamic IP configuration, should follow the special instructions for “Dynamic IP con- figuration.” Please note that using the dynamic IP configurations may require re-con- figuring the WIFI-Modules every time you begin a scan. -
Page 12: Best Practices
USER MANUAL BEST PRACTICES Always check battery strength be- fore scanning as the wi-fi set-up con- sumes a lot of battery. • Check the battery strength on the TH1 Module and adapter before starting scan • DO NOT turn on adapters until scan has started •... - Page 13 USER MANUAL...
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Page 14: Set-Up
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Page 15: Set-Up Overview
Turn Adapters On Start WI-FI Mate Program * Users with the Purkay Labs’ Surface can skip step 4 as the Surface comes with all programs installed and the adapters + router configured ** Users using their facility network will skip this step, and follow instructions for the Dynamic IP Configuation set-up Users with the Purkay Labs’... -
Page 16: Module Set-Up
USER MANUAL MODULE SET-UP Place TH1 Module flat with LED screen facing down (See Figure 2) Mount Adapter to the TH1 Module using the 1.5 screw inch screws Use the USB cable to connect the Wi-Fi Adapter USB port (USB 2.0 A-Male) to the TH1 Module (USB 2.0 B-Male) USB port •... - Page 17 USER MANUAL...
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Page 18: Wifi-Mate Registration
Users must register their product. Upon installing the program, users will see the fol- Users must register their product. Upon installing the program, users will see the fol- lowing screen. Please contact Purkay Labs for the product key. lowing screen. Please contact Purkay Labs for the product key. -
Page 19: Dplot Installation
INSTALL DPLOT PERSONAL PC/TABLET USE ONLY Purkay Labs uses a third party plotting program to generate the aisle profile heat maps. Users using their own PC or Tablet must install DPLOT in order to create and view the thermal heat maps. -
Page 20: Wifi-Mate Installation
USER MANUAL INSTALL WIFI-MATE FOR USER SUPPLIED PC/TABLET CONFIGURATIONS Copy WIFIMATE_Installer (included in shipment) to desktop. Click icon to start program installation. Press “Browse” button to select the directory where you want to install and select the desktop Select the Desktop and Click OK. The WIFI-MATE program executable (program, drivers etc. - Page 21 USER MANUAL...
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Page 22: Start Wifi-Mate
USER MANUAL all three START WI-FI MATE WIFI-MATE is the program used to configure, collect and read data. Steps: 1. Attach Wi-Fi Modules (TH1 Module + Wi-Fi Adapter) to rod • There should be a top module, middle module, and bottom module for every stand 2. - Page 23 USER MANUAL 2. Click on CP210 Directory Press Start Scan to start a scan and “Read Data” to read previously collected data.
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Page 24: Ip Configurations
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Page 25: Configuration Overview
• Does not connect to Internet or Facility wi-fi 2. Dynamic IP Configuration (Advanced) Users who wish to connect to the Purkay Labs’ router or Facility Wi-Fi network via a dynamic IP configuration, should follow the special instructions for “Dynamic IP con- figuration.”... - Page 26 USER MANUAL PURKAY LABS SURFACE SET-UP Please note that the Purkay Labs’ Surface comes pre-configured to the static IP con- figuration and has all the WIFI-MATE and associated drivers (DPLOT, Registration etc) pre-installed. The name and SSID has been sent seperately in the package and via email.
- Page 27 Purkay Labs strongly recommends using the STATIC IP Configuration to create a temporary, private, encrypted network between the PC, Router, and WIFI Adapters. By default, Purkay Labs sends the Wi-fi adapters and router pre-configured to a stat- ic IP network.
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Page 28: Change Pc/Tablet Settings
USER MANUAL CHANGE PC/TABLET IP SETTINGS FOR STATIC IP CONFIGURATION ONLY In order to create a private, temporary network, the user must change the PC set- tings to a STATIC IP Configuration. Changing the PC/Tablet’s Network to STATIC IP Settings 1. - Page 29 USER MANUAL Press SSID (WIFI) Symbol Select Wireless Network Connection (Internet)
- Page 30 USER MANUAL Select Properties Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
- Page 31 USER MANUAL Enter in the Following Values...
- Page 32 You may get a screen from Windows Firewall Message. Wait for green LED to flash on WI-FI adapter Repeat Process for the remaining modules Purkay Labs recommends setting up the Modules to Stand before opening WI- FI-MATE Press the Right Hand arrow when all adapters have been added TIP: Users may get a “Firewall”...
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Page 33: Add Wi-Fi Module
USER MANUAL Add Module Screen Select the Screwdriver symbol Once Adapters Have Been Added... - Page 34 If the Green LED still does not come on, wait two minutes and repeat the process. If the Green LED still does not come on, the factory stored configuration within the adapter has been lost. Please contact Purkay Labs for assistance.
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Page 36: Assign Module Positions
USER MANUAL ASSIGN MODULE POSITIONS FOR STATIC IP CONFIGURATION ONLY To ensure the Modules are in the correct positions, users can “Assign Module” positions. Steps: 1. Under Stand 1, select the “Assign Aisle” drop down menu to select Hot or Cold Aisle. - Page 37 USER MANUAL Select Choose Adapter and Press OK Repeat process for all adapters. Click Activate to activate the stand...
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- Page 39 USER MANUAL DYNAMIC CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW In the event, your facility requires Dynamic IP configuration, please use the following steps. Changing the PC/Tablet’s Network IP Settings Install Drivers Configure PC or Tablet WIFI Settings Configure Adapters to Router using USB Cable •...
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Page 40: Install Drivers
INSTALL DRIVERS FOR DYNAMIC IP CONFIGURATION ONLY In order to run a dynamic IP configuration, users must first install the dynamic drivers. Locate Drivers in Installation Directory Click on CP210 Directory Click on the CP210xVCPInstaller_x64 (for a 64bit machine). Once you press Next, say yes to the License Agreement Select Expand Once Driver file has been decompressed, press Run. - Page 41 Installing Dynamic Drivers Visual 1. Locate the Driver 2. Click on CP210 Directory 4. Accept the License Agreement 3. Press Yes 6. Press Run and Finish 5. Select Expand...
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Page 42: Re-Configure Adapters
USER MANUAL RE-CONFIGURE ADAPTERS Since the Adapters are shipped not configured to the dynamic IP configuration, the following steps are necessary to configure the Adapters. You will need the USB cable supplied separately in the polybag with the instructions. Dynamic Steps: Start WIFI-MATE Click Screwdriver Symbol, and click yes. - Page 43 USER MANUAL Select the Screwdriver symbol Select Yes to erase stored configuration...
- Page 44 USER MANUAL Select Blue Button Press Next...
- Page 45 USER MANUAL Connect First Adapter Wait for the Adapter Lights to Blink Green...
- Page 46 USER MANUAL DYNAMICCONFIGURATION Dynamic IP Network Page Static IP Network Page...
- Page 47 USER MANUAL Disconnect, Press the Identify Button and Wait. Repeat process for all adapters.
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Page 48: Assign Module Position
USER MANUAL ASSIGN MODULE POSITIONS FOR DYNAMIC CONFIGURATION To ensure the Modules are in the correct positions, users can “Assign Module” positions. Steps: 1. Under Stand 1, select the “Assign Aisle” drop down menu to select Hot or Cold Aisle. 2. - Page 49 USER MANUAL Select Choose Adapter and Press OK The Test and Okay Button Click Activate to activate the stand...
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Page 51: Scan Mode
USER MANUAL SCAN MODE OVERVIEW has three modes to capture short term (QuickScan mode), long term AUDIT- BUDDY (LongScan mode) scans of the data center environment and delta-T mode. QuickScan mode captures short-term (20 Seconds) environmental data across mul- tiple locations. LongScan mode captures long-term environmental data in a single location. -
Page 52: Quickscan Mode
USER MANUAL QUICKSCAN MODE This mode is used to rapidly evaluate the air profile across an entire aisle, by taking This mode is used to rapidly evaluate the air profile across an entire aisle, by taking This mode is used to rapidly evaluate the air profile across an entire aisle, by taking quick scans at each rack across the aisle. - Page 53 USER MANUAL QuickScan Settings Page QuickScan Aisle View QuickScan Data View Screen...
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Page 54: Longscan Mode
The update rate refers to how often data from the TH1 module is brought to the PC. Making the number lower will reduce battery life. Purkay Labs recom- mend 15-minute update rate as a reasonable value for data collection over a long period (Several hours). - Page 55 USER MANUAL LongScan Settings Page LongScan Time-Trend View LongScan Time-Trend Customization Page...
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Page 56: Delta-T Mode
USER MANUAL DELTA-T MODE This mode measures the temperature at the server inlet and outlet, and ultimately will be used to determine how much cold air flows through a server or set of three servers. Use two WIFI-BUDDY systems, one at the server inlet and one at the server outlet. - Page 57 USER MANUAL Delta-T Settings Page Delta-T Scan Page...
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Page 58: Save And Read
USER MANUAL SAVE AND READ DATA After a Scan is completed, a Save Data Icon will appear on the tool bar section on the left. Pressing that will save the Scan Data. This data may be retrieved later for review. The Data is saved in a time tagged directory after every scan is complete. - Page 59 USER MANUAL Save Screen...
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Page 60: Faq
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Page 61: General
In terms of hardware, WIFI-BUDDY can stream real-time data directly to a PC where- as users must download AUDIT-BUDDY data via a USB stick or cable. During the scan process, WIFI-BUDDY users can start and stop all modules simultaneously with one click. -
Page 62: Hardware
TH1 Module batteries fall below safe operating thresholds. Should battery failure occur, data collected up to that point is stored in the WIFI-MATE PC . Purkay Labs recommends using the supplied 100-240AV WIFI power brick for long term scans. -
Page 63: Data
Can I look at data remotely or via a mobile app? No. The first generation of WIFI-MATE currently requires the PC and WIFI-BUDDY to be on the same network. Purkay Labs is currently working on a second generation remote monitoring capabilities. -
Page 64: Scan
USER MANUAL SCAN After I finish a scan, how do I store the WIFI-BUDDY? Stop WIFI MATE by pressing the Quit Button after stopping the Sampling. Turn the Router OFF. Turn the Adapter Power OFF, otherwise the batteries will drain unnec- essary. - Page 65 SCAN CONTINUED What sort of Batteries should I use for the Adapter and TH1 Modules? Purkay Labs suggest using standard Alkaline AA Batteries. Lithium batteries may be used. Purkay Labs do not recommend using Rechargeable batteries because of the inconsistent power draw from these batteries create performance issues.
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