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iBootBar
8 Outlet DC Power Switch
Installation and Operations
1. General Description:
The iBootBar Model iBB-DC8 is a network controlled, eight port DC power control switch. It supports input
voltages of 9 to 36 VDC, and switches the input voltage on eight independent relay switches. Remote control of
each relay switch is via web browser, RS-232 serial, Telnet, SNMP. The Internal Modem Version (model iBB-
8DC-M) also supports dial up control with either terminal or DTMF dialing tones. Up to 16 iBB-DC8 units can be
daisy chained and controlled via one network or serial connection.
V180808N
iBB-DC8 Manual
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Page 1: General Description
iBootBar 8 Outlet DC Power Switch Installation and Operations 1. General Description: The iBootBar Model iBB-DC8 is a network controlled, eight port DC power control switch. It supports input voltages of 9 to 36 VDC, and switches the input voltage on eight independent relay switches. Remote control of each relay switch is via web browser, RS-232 serial, Telnet, SNMP. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2. Table of Contents 1. General Description: .......... 1 8.12. Email Commands 8.13. Time Commands 2. Table of Contents ..........2 8.14. Firmware Upload Commands 3. Important Safety Information ......3 9. Advanced Operation ......... 24 4. Quick Start ............4 9.1. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
3. Important Safety Information When using this product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: Disconnect all power cords before servicing! 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. -
Page 4: Quick Start
4. Quick Start 4.1. Quick Start Defaults IP address 192.168.0.254 User Credentials Username: admin Password: admin Command Line Quick Start: To view outlet status iBootBar> get outlets To turn on off outlet 1 iBootBar> set outlet 1 off To reboot outlet 2 iBootBar>... -
Page 5: General Overview
5. General Overview 8 Independently controllable The iBootBar (iBB) series is designed to provide power outlets distribution and remote power control. Each iBB allows eight outlets to be independently switched on and off for reboot, energy management and security. The iBB has many features to make the management of power distribution simple and cost effective: Web Browser Control... - Page 6 Syslog reporting All activity can be reported to a syslog compatible server. SSL Security Web server is secured with Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption. Certificate Utility Create, Manage and Upload SSL Certificates V180808N iBB-DC8 Manual Page 6...
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Page 7: Installation
6. Installation 6.1. Ethernet The iBootBar has a 10/100 Ethernet port. The default address is 192.168.0.254 6.2. Serial Port The iBootBar has a 9 pin D subminiature connector for RS-232 serial control. The connector is configured as DCE for direct connection to a laptop or other terminal device. Default serial parameters are 115,200 bps, 8 data, no parity, 1 stop bit (115200,8,n,1). -
Page 8: Configuration
8. Control Power Outlets on one or more iBootBars throughout the network The iBootBar Setup and Control utility is available on the iBootBar CD or download it from http://dataprobe.com/support-ibb-dc8 Notes : iBB-DC8 units do not provide current monitoring. Reported current draw will report 0.0 amps in all cases. -
Page 9: Command Line Interface
7.2. Command Line Interface All configuration parameters are set using the Command Line Interface (CLI). The CLI is accessed through the network, using a telnet client, or through the serial port, or data modem using a terminal client. In iBootBar clusters, all remote iBootBars can be configured and managed through the connection to the Master iBootBar. - Page 10 Delete the entry from the ARP cache by typing: arp -d <IP Address> Ping the iBootBar to confirm that it has been programmed. If the iBootBar fails to respond, repeat steps 2-4 above. If the problem persists, contact Dataprobe Tech Support. 7.3.4. Unix, Linux, MAC and others Consult your systems administrator for information on how to set an IP Address.
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Page 11: Other Configuration Settings
7.4. Other Configuration Settings All parameters are set using the CLI. See Page 16 for a complete list. V180808N iBB-DC8 Manual Page 11... -
Page 12: Basic Operation
8. Basic Operation 8.1. Web Interface The iBootBar web interface provides the easiest means of operating the outlets and monitoring the current status of the units. One or more outlets can be simultaneously controlled with a few mouse clicks. In cluster configurations, all 128 outlets can be managed from the web pages. - Page 13 Status The Status window displays the current view, controllable outlets, or other current information. Buttons in the Header select the current view. 8.1.1. Device View The Device View displays the status of a single device. It shows the current status of each outlet of the device, and allows selection of one or more outlets for control.
- Page 14 8.1.4. AutoPing View: The AutoPing View displays the 16 AutoPing channels, their programmed action and current status. The status column will display the current status of the AutoPing. The numeric column will display the number of times the AutoPing has been triggered.
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Page 15: Command Line Interface
Get or set the initial state of the selected outlet of the currently Last selected iBootBar. Initial state is the condition of the outlet when the iBootBar is powered up. set device <#1-#16/devname> outlet <1-8> initial.state <on/off/last> iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 15... -
Page 16: User Commands
64 characters max. set user <username> sendmail <yes/no> Enables or disables the user’s receipt of email alerts. set set user <username> pin <pin> Sets the user PIN for DTMF control. –M models only. 4 – 10 digits. iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 16... -
Page 17: Device Commands
A device ID of 1 makes the unit a master, and a device ID of 2-16 make the iBB a remote in cluster configurations. These commands get device are only valid when directly connected to the iBootBar, rather than as remote units in a cluster. iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 17... - Page 18 Confirmation is required. Note: This command can take up to 30 seconds to execute. logout Ends the session reboot Reboots the selected iBootBar. This will not change the status of the outlets. iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 18...
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Page 19: Group Commands
Set the root iBootBar’s IP Address in dotted decimal 192.168.0.254 set subnet <dotted decimal> Set the root iBootBar’s subnet mask in dotted decimal 255.255.255.0 set gateway <dotted decimal> Set the root iBootBar’s gateway in dotted decimal 0.0.0.0 iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 19... -
Page 20: Web Server Commands
Set the root iBootBar’s web server’s port. Web standard port is 80. If changed, access the iBootBar using http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx:<port> set web port <1-65535> Dataprobe recommends changing the web port on all iBootBars that are accessible from the internet. set web ssl <yes/no>... -
Page 21: Autoping Commands
The default time and date will be the time and date that the event is added. The default action is none, and the default repeat is never dev event <eventname> Deletes the selected event ren event <eventname> <new name> Renames the event. iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 21... -
Page 22: Email Commands
Set the return address of the root iBootBar’s email client. 0.0.0.0 set email username <username> Set the user name for the mail server 0.0.0.0 set email password <password> Set the password for the mail server 0.0.0.0 iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 22... -
Page 23: Time Commands
Sets the year of the root iBootBar’s RTC. Only valid if NTS is disabled. 8.14. Firmware Upload Commands Command Description Admin Fact Def get upload enable Get or set the ability for the root iBootBar to accept a firmware set upload enable upload. iBootBar iBB-DC8 V1.5x Page 23... -
Page 24: Advanced Operation
9. Advanced Operation 9.1. DTMF Control Models with an internal modem <-M suffix> can be controlled from dial up connections using handset dialing tones (touch tones). Use of DTMF control requires a unique PIN number set for each user. This PIN is set using the command line interface and must be 4 to 10 digits long. -
Page 25: Timed Events
9.2. Timed Events The iBootBar provides the ability to turn On, Off or Cycle outlets based on time and date. Each individual outlet or group can be set to operate a selected command at a specific time and date. The Timed Events are programmed thru the Control &... -
Page 26: Autoping
AutoPing 9.3. The AutoPing feature allows iBootBar to automatically detect failed equipment and perform a timed reboot or other power control function (like turning on an indicator or siren). You set any IP address to be periodically pinged. When iBootBar no longer detects a response from the address, the programmed power control function is actuated. Up to 16 AutoPing channels are available and each AutoPing can be assigned to an outlet or group. -
Page 27: Ssl Security
9.3.3. CLI Operation and Setup: get autoping <1-16> To view the status of any of the AutoPing channels, issue the command. iBootBar > get autoping 1 IP Address: 192.168.1.7 Action: Cycle Frequency: 30 Count: Outlet: Cabinet_1 - Firewall Status: OK iBootBar >... -
Page 28: Certificate Upload Utility
PCs that communicate them. Although the iBootBar comes from the factory with a certificate installed, this certificate common name is Dataprobe iBB, and will generate a warning message when connecting to the iBootBar when using SSL. For most customers, this error message can be easily ignored and secure connection to the iBootBar continues. -
Page 29: Email Notification
Emails generated by iBootBar will display the device, outlet(s) command along with the user and method of control. Examples: Subject Power Switch: Cabinet_1 Date Mon, 7 Jul 2008 09:41:00 -0500 From <iBootBar@dataprobe.com> <networkadmin@yourco.com> Location: Cabinet_1 Outlets: 5 Server_B Command: Cycle User: admin... -
Page 30: Snmp
The iBootBar can be upgraded via the network if the upload feature has been enabled using the command on the console interface. To upgrade the iBootBar download the latest version of the firmware and upgrade utility from the Dataprobe website. http://dataprobe.com/support-ibb-dc8 9.9. -
Page 31: Ibootbar Setup And Control Utility
AES. Complete documentation on the use of the Setup & Control Utility are supplied with the software. The iBootBar Setup and Control Utility is available on the iBootBar CD or from Dataprobe website at http://dataprobe.com/support-ibb-dc8... -
Page 32: Specifications
Specifications Physical: Height: 2” Width: 5” Depth: 7” Weight: 2 lbs. Environmental: Temperature Operating: 0 to 40 Storage: -10 to 85 Relative 0 to 95% Humidity Non- Condensing 10.1. DC Input 2 Position Pluggable Screw Terminal Voltage Auto Sensing 9 – 36VDC Range Switched Eight, 2 Position Pluggable Screw... -
Page 33: Compliance Statements
Compliance Statements 11.1. 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 in a residential installation. -
Page 34: Modem Certifications
Modem Certifications The following countries have certified the internal modem. In order to comply with local regulations, the countrycode must be set to the country of installation. To set the modem for the desired country use the CLI set modem countrycode <countrycode>. get modem command Use the... -
Page 35: Snmp Mib
SNMP MIB Download at http://dataprobe.com/support-ibb-dc8 enterprises [1.3.6.1.4.1] Legend : -> [1418] -MI- dataprobe AC - Agent Capabilities AN - Accessible for Notify -> [ 4] -BR- iBootBarAgent BR - Branch MC - Module Compliance -> [ 1] -BR- systemSettings MI - Module Identity NA - Not Accessible ->... - Page 36 90 days, whichever is greater. If Purchased from Dataprobe Inc.; Service under this Warranty is obtained by shipping the product (with all charges prepaid) to the address below. Seller will pay return shipping charges within the United States. Call Dataprobe Technical Service to receive a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Number prior to sending any equipment back for repair.
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