Congratulations on purchasing the best network controlled power switch available. The iBoot-G2 provides you the ability to reboot crashed devices with the click of a mouse. Be sure to read up on all the features of the iBoot-G2 Including: Web Based setup and control ...
15. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 16. Do not exceed the maximum output rating of the auxiliary power receptacle. Save These Instructions V130108E iBoot-G2 Page 2...
3. General Description The iBoot-G2 is a network attached, IP addressed, web controlled AC power switch. Anyone with a web browser can access iBoot-G2 to perform power On, Off or Power Cycle (Reboot or Power Burst). iBoot- G2 uses two levels of password for security.
Connect the device to be powered ON and OFF to the IEC receptacle marked A/C Output. An IEC 320 to North American (NEMA 5-15) power cord is included for connecting the iBoot-G2 outlet to the device to be controlled. If a cord with a different terminating receptacle is required, be sure it is properly rated and meets all the required local electrical standards.
4.3. Mounting Options iBoot-G2 is suitable for desktop or shelf mounting. mounting kit for wall and DIN rail mounting is available. Order part: 1920034 Mounting Kit for iBoot-G2 G2 Series Remove all cables from the unit prior to installing or removing any mounting hardware.
Browser. See Section 7 to configure the iBoot. The DMU can also be used to return an iBoot-G2 to its Factory Default condition. This can be used to recover an iBoot-G2 with a lost password. Highlight an iBoot-G2 from the display and select Set | Factory Defaults.
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A DHCP server will automatically assign an IP address (dynamic address) as well as Subnet Mask and Gateway to the iBoot-G2. If you reboot the iBoot-G2 with the IP Mode set for DHCP, the DHCP server will be able to assign an IP address. Once an IP address is assigned, you must check the DHCP server or use the iBoot-G2 DUM to see what address is assigned to the iBoot.
User user user Open your browser and enter the IP address of iBoot-G2 into the address bar. If you have changed the IP address by any of the methods described, enter that address, otherwise, use the default IP address 192.168.1.254 Enter the username and password when prompted.
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If connecting with the Admin credentials, reset buttons for the Trigger counter is provided. If the iBoot-G2 is connected to a time server (see Section 7.5), The Home page will also show the five most recent history events, including the Outlet, Action, User and Time/Date of each event. The iBoot-G2 holds the last 32 events in memory.
DHCP HTTP Port: This setting is used to allow access to iBoot-G2 on a port other than the Web standard Port 80. If the port is changed, you will need to identify the port number when you enter iBoot's IP address into your browser.
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Linkback URL: This setting allows control of the hotlink displayed on the Goodbye page. It allows use of the public IP address or DNS name instead of the internal IP Address of the iBoot-G2, which is the default setting. If this setting is left blank, the hotlink will be the IP Address of the unit. Enter up to 128 characters.
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Ideal for: Kiosks & Servers Use Auto-Ping as service monitor: iBoot-G2 is installed with the device to be rebooted, but pings a remote host to test the communication channel.
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With AutoPing operational, the main iBoot-G2 page will display the current status of this feature. The status will be OK to indicate that iBoot-G2 is receiving responses to the ping, or that the fail counter has not yet been exceeded.
Delete: Delete the scheduled event. Click Save to save the current settings. Click Reset to delete any unwanted changes. 7.6. Password Settings The iBoot-G2 supports three modes of user and password operation. Login Required: This mode supports both User and Admin users.
8. Command Line Interface The iBoot-G2 Command Line Interface (CLI) provides a text based method for communicating with the iBoot. The syntax of the CLI uses a basic Set (change a variable) and Get (retrieve a variable). The CLI is accessed either through the Telnet protocol, which requires a Telnet client program, or via USB which requires a serial communications program like Hyperterminal.
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This command sets the ip address setting mode. Static mode locks the address as set, dhcp mode allows DHCP server to assign address. set ipaddress <dotted This command is used to set the iBoot-G2’s ip address. 192.168.1.254 decimal> set subnet <dotted decimal>...
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Single and | or> relationship And or Or. set autoping action <none | on- This command is used to set the action that the iBoot-G2 will None latch | on-follow | off-latch | off- perform when the autoping triggers. follow | cycle>...
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Reboot Required> This is the prompt that will be displayed whenever there have been changes made that require a reboot. This prompt will remain the active prompt until the iBoot-G2 has been rebooted. V130108E iBoot-G2 Page 18...
1) Insure that the Upgrade Enable checkbox is checked in the Network Setup web page of the iBoot-G2 2) Run the Device Management Utility, available at the link above. If the iBoot-G2 you would like to upgrade is not visible in the list box, either Select Device | Discover from the menu to locate iBoot-G2 units on the local network, or Select Device | Add from the menu to add the IP address of the iBoot-G2.
Troubleshooting The iBoot-G2 has a recessed pushbutton switch in the event the unit is not performing as expected. Use the pushbutton as follows: Action Result Momentary Soft Reset. Will not change outlet status. 5 Seconds push Reset to Factory Defaults. Hold the button in until the Outlet LED is blinking, then release.
IP Addressed, DHCP assigned or Static Internal HTTP Web Server Forms Processing Browser required Telnet Server User Settings Record your Setup here for reference Location: HTTP Port: MAC Address: Auto-Ping Address: IP Address: Auto-Ping Port: Subnet Mask: Heartbeat Port: Gateway: V130108E iBoot-G2 Page 21...
Technical Support and Warranty Dataprobe Technical Support is available 8:30AM to 5:30PM ET to assist you in the installation and operation of this product. To obtain Technical Support call 201- 934-5111, or Email us at tech@dataprobe.com. Please have the following information available when you call: •...
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