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PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualxExamples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144Importing the Files

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual86SecurityThe Security page controls access to the Power Over the NET™ device.

Chapter 7. Device Management87Login StringThe Login String entry field is used to specify a login string (in addition to the IP address) that users m

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual88Adding FiltersTo add an IP filter, do the following:1. Click Add. A dialog box similar to the one below appears:2. Specif

Chapter 7. Device Management892. Specify the MAC address in the dialog box (for example, 001074670000), then click OK.Repeat these steps for any addi

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual90Private CertificateWhen logging in over a secure (SSL) connection, a signed certificate is used to verify that the user i

Chapter 7. Device Management91CustomizationThe Customization page is used to set Login Failure and Working Mode parameters.Login Failures Allowed se

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual92Date/TimeThe Date/Time dialog page sets the Power Over the NET™ device time parameters:Set the parameters according to th

Chapter 7. Device Management93Manual InputUse this section to specify the Power Over the NET™ device’s date and time manually. Click the calendar ic

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95Chapter 8LogOverviewThe PN7212 / PN7320 keeps an extensive record of all the transactions that take place on its installation. The Log page provides

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualxiAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your PN7212 / PN7320 system. It covers all as

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual96The Log Event List Clicking on a device in the Sidebar displays its log events in the main panel’s log event list. Clic

Chapter 8. Log97SearchSearch allows you to search for events according to selected criteria, such as: specific words, users, date, time, severity, an

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual98SaveSave allows you to save the contents of the event log list (or the results of a Search), to a file. When you click th

Chapter 8. Log99Notification SettingsThe Notification Settings page is used to specify which of the PN7212 / PN7320’s components will receive notific

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101Chapter 9Maintenance and DownloadOverviewThe Maintenance function is used to upgrade the PN7212 / PN7320’s firmware, and to backup and restore the

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual102The Main PanelA description of the items shown in this panel are given in the table, below:Upgrading the FirmwareTo upgr

Chapter 9. Maintenance and Download103Firmware Upgrade RecoveryShould the PN7212 / PN7320’s firmware upgrade procedure fail, and the device becomes u

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual104BackupTo backup the device’s settings do the following:1. In the Password field, key in a password for the file.Note: En

Chapter 9. Maintenance and Download105DownloadDownload is used to download a stand-alone Java Client AP version of the PN7212 / PN7320 software. When

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualxiiChapter 11, Out of Band Operation, explains alternative methods to access the PN7212 / PN7320 in case the LAN that it re

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107Chapter 10The Log ServerThe Windows-based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all the events that take place on selected Power Ove

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual108Starting UpTo start the Log Server, either double click the program icon, or key in the full path to the program on the

Chapter 10. The Log Server109The Menu BarThe Menu bar consists of four items: Configure Events Options HelpThese are discussed in the sections th

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual110A description of the fields is given in the table, below:Fill in or modify the fields, then click OK to finish.EventsThe

Chapter 10. The Log Server111A description of the items is given in the table, below:Maintenance:This function allows the administrator to perform ma

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual112OptionsNetwork Retry allows you to set the number of seconds that the Log Server should wait before attempting to connec

Chapter 10. The Log Server113The Log Server Main ScreenOverviewThe Log Server Main Screen is divided into two main panels. The upper (List) panel li

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual114The List PanelThe List panel contains six fields:The Event PanelThe lower panel displays log events for the currently se

115Chapter 11Out of Band OperationOverviewIn case the LAN that the PN7212 / PN7320 resides on goes down, or the PN7212 / PN7320 cannot be accessed wit

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualxiiiProduct InformationFor information about all ALTUSEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit A

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual1162. On your local computer, run the HyperTerminal program:3. When a dialog box, similar to the one below appears, key in

Chapter 11. Out of Band Operation1174. For the Connect using: field, select Direct to COM1 (assuming you are using COM1 on your computer), then click

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual1187. Change your settings (if necessary), so that they match the settings shown in the diagram, then click ASCII Setup...8

Chapter 11. Out of Band Operation119Modem SessionThe PN7212 / PN7320’s modem port makes it possible to access the PN7212 / PN7320 from a remote locat

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual120The following dialog box appears:Note: In the examples that follow we use COM1. If you use a different COM port, change

Chapter 11. Out of Band Operation121Change your settings (if necessary), so that they match the settings shown in the figure above (assuming you are

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual1226. If there is a check mark in the Use flow control checkbox, uncheck it, then click OK.7. Click OK; then click Next. Th

Chapter 11. Out of Band Operation123Finishing Up1. Right click on the icon you just created, and select Properties. In the dialog box that appears, s

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual1243. Change the dialog box settings so that your radio buttons and check boxes match the ones in the diagram.4. Click OK t

125Chapter 12Remote Terminal OperationOverviewThe PN7212 / PN7320 can be accessed via a remote terminal session using several methods, including Telne

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PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual126Once a Telnet connection to the device is established, the PN7212 / PN7320’s text-based Configuration Menu comes up:The

Chapter 12. Remote Terminal Operation127SSHTerminal Session (Linux):To log in to the PN7212 / PN7320 by means of a secure SSH session, do the followi

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual128Third Party Utility (Windows):SSH sessions can be implemented under Windows with the use of third party utility software

129AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral This product is for indoor use only.  Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual130 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on t

Appendix131Consignes de sécuritéGénéral Ce produit est destiné exclusivement à une utilisation à l’intérieur. Veuillez lire la totalité de ces inst

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual132 La prise murale doit être installée à proximité de l’équipement et doit être facile d’accès. Veillez à ce que rien ne

Appendix133 Les performances de l’unité sont visiblement altérées, ce qui indique la nécessité d’une réparation. L’unité ne fonctionne pas normalem

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual134Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor

Appendix135Montage sur bâti Avant de travailler sur le bâti, assurez-vous que les stabilisateurs sont bien fixées sur le bâti, qu’ils sont étendus a

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe PN7212 and PN7320 are power distribution units (PDUs) that contain 12 and 20 AC outlets, respectively, and are avail

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual136avec l’unité d’alimentation éco. L’utilisation de tout autre type système de fixation de câble pourrait s’avérer très da

Appendix137Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eser

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual138IP Address DeterminationIf you are an administrator logging in for the first time, you need to access the PN7212 / PN732

Appendix1394. Select either Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP), or Specify an IP address. If you chose the latter, fill the IP Address, Subne

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual140Trusted CertificatesOverviewWhen you try to log in to the device from your browser, a Security Alert message appears to

Appendix141Installing the CertificateTo install the certificate, do the following:1. In the Security Alert dialog box, click View Certificate. The Ce

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual1425. Next, click Finish to complete the installation; then click OK to close the dialog box.Certificate TrustedThe certifi

Appendix143Mismatch ConsiderationsIf the site name or IP address used for generating the certificate no longer matches the current address of the swi

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual144Self-Signed Private CertificatesIf you wish to create your own self-signed encryption key and certificate, a free utilit

Appendix145TroubleshootingOverviewOperation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cable

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual2FeaturesPower Distribution Maximum Amps/Outlet: NEMA: 20A / 12 outlets (PN7212); 30A / 20 outlets (PN7320) IEC: 16A / 1

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual146Problem 2:The computer has an older mainboard that doesn't support APM in the BIOS. What can I do to get Safe Shutd

Appendix147Problem 4:Although my computers have been configured for a Safe Shutdown, some of them don't shut down.Solution:This may be due to th

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual148Problem 8:The Log Server program does not run.Solution:The Log Server requires the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4.0 driver in ord

Appendix149Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become c

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual150SpecificationsFunction PN7212 PN7320Power OutletsDirect 12 20Max 192 (via Daisy Chain) 320 (via Daisy Chain)Connectors P

Appendix151Sensor SpecificationsFunction PN7212 PN7320Measurement Voltage Range 85VAC~250VACAccuracy +/- 3%Range 85VAC~130VAC, 200VAC~250VACAccuracy

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual152Null Modem Cable Diagrams

Appendix153Limited WarrantyATEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purcha

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155IndexAAccessOutlet Level, 39Station Level, 38Access Ports, 65Adding Users, 50Administrator Login Failure, 149ANMS, 69BBackup, 104Browser login, 23C

Chapter 1. Introduction3Operation Local and Remote power outlet control (On, Off, Power Cycle) by individual outlets and outlet groups Outlet group

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual156LList Panel, 114Log, 95Log Event List, 96Notification Settings, 99Save, 98Search, 97System Log, 95Log ServerConfigure, 1

Index 157Login string, 87Self-signed certificates, 144Sessions, 38SettingsWeb refresh rate, 66Setupnetwork configuration, 20Sidebar, 28SJ/T 11364-2006

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual4Management Power status measurement at both the PDU, Bank, and Outlet levels LED indicators for current, voltage and act

Chapter 1. Introduction5Security Three-level password security IP/MAC filtering Strong security features include strong password protection and ad

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualiiFCC InformationFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comp

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual6ComponentsFront ViewPN7320 - NEMA PN7320 - IEC12133465

Chapter 1. Introduction7Note: The Front View diagram depicts a PN7320. The PN7212 is basically the same, except there are only 12 AC power sockets (6

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual8Port and Led PanelNo. Item Description1 Station / Outlet Selection The Station / Outlet number appears in the display win

Chapter 1. Introduction92 Readout Section The readouts for Current, Voltage, Active Power, Sensor 1, and Sensor 2 appear in the display window. The

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual106 RS-232/RS-485 SwitchSelects which protocol the PON In / Console port uses. For PON In use, select RS-232 (for PN0108)

11Chapter 2Hardware SetupBefore You BeginRack MountingThe PN7212 / PN7320 can be installed in a 0U configuration on the side of a rack. To rack mount

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual12The PN7212 / PN7320 comes supplied with top and bottom screws already inserted, as shown below: If you want to mount to b

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup13Single Stage InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional PN7212 / PN7320 Stations daisy chained dow

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual149. Connect the PN7212 / PN7320's power cord to an AC power source.Note: 1. We strongly advise that you do not plug t

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup15Daisy ChainingTo manage even more outlets from the same single session as a standalone PN7212 / PN7320, additional Power Ov

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor te

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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup17PN7212 / PN7320 to PN0108To daisy chain a child PN0108 from a parent PN7212 / PN7320, do the following:1. Use Cat 5e cable

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19Chapter 3Super Administrator SetupFirst Time SetupOnce the PN7212 / PN7320 installation has been cabled up, the next tasks the Administrator needs t

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual20Network ConfigurationTo set up the network, do the following:1. Click the Device Management tab.2. Select Network on the

Chapter 3. Super Administrator Setup21Changing the Administrator LoginTo change the default Super Administrator username and password, do the followin

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual22(Continued from previous page.)The User General page appears:3. Change the Username and Password to something unique.4. R

23Chapter 4Browser LoginLogging InThe PN7212 / PN7320 can be accessed via a supported Internet browser from any platform.Note: Browsers must support S

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual24The PN7212 / PN7320 Main PageAfter you have successfully logged in, the PN7212 / PN7320 Main Page comes up with the Outle

Chapter 4. Browser Login25Page ComponentsThe web page screen components are described in the table, below:No. Item Description1 Tab Bar The tab bar c

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualivPN Device Safety Notice Set the maximum permissible breaker protection in the building circuitry to the current rating s

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27Chapter 5Outlet AccessOverviewWhen you log in to the PN7212 / PN7320 UI opens with its default selection of the Outlet Access tab; the Connections m

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual28The Outlet Selection SidebarAll stations and their outlets – including cascaded stations and their outlets – are listed i

Chapter 5. Outlet Access29 The outlet’s icon color indicates its status as explained in the table, below: Clicking a Station icon opens its General

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual30Group General PageWith the exception of the power outlet icon, the pages are view only and provide power status and usage

Chapter 5. Outlet Access31ConnectionsThe Connections pages provide status and settings information for stations, outlets, and outlet groups. The page

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual32GeneralThe station’s General page shows the station’s settings configuration:This page only displays information. Setting

Chapter 5. Outlet Access33Outlet LevelWhen an outlet is selected in the Sidebar, the main panel tabs change to General, Configuration, and Schedule.E

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual34ConfigurationThe outlet’s Configuration page summarizes the various configuration settings that have been made for the ou

Chapter 5. Outlet Access35Server DiagnosisThe outlet’s Server Diagnosis page allows you to use an ICMP ping command to check if the outlet is functio

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualvPackage ContentsThe PN7212 / PN7320 package consists of:1 PN7212 or PN7320 Power Distribution Unit4 Serial Adapters:1 SA01

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual36Outlet Group LevelWhen an outlet group is selected in the Sidebar, the main panel tabs change to General, and Schedule.Ea

Chapter 5. Outlet Access37User PreferencesThe User Preferences page allows users to set up their own, individual, working environments. The PN7212 /

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual38SessionsThe Session page shows all of the users currently logged into the PN7212 / PN7320, and provides information about

Chapter 5. Outlet Access39Outlet LevelWhen an outlet is selected in the Sidebar, a page similar to the one below, comes up in the main panel:Users an

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual40ConfigurationThe Configuration page is used to configure the operation of the PN7212 / PN7320 at both the station level a

Chapter 5. Outlet Access41GeneralWhen the Configuration page opens, the station’s General page is selected. This page allows you to set up a power ma

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual42GroupsOutlet groups enable power configuration and control actions to be carried out on a selected group of outlets at th

Chapter 5. Outlet Access433. Click to put a checkmark in the checkbox of the outlets you want to add to the group, then click Save.When you return to

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual44Outlet Level ConfigurationThe configuration settings for a PN7212 / PN7320 can be specified on an outlet by outlet basis.

Chapter 5. Outlet Access45This page lets you set up the power management configuration for the selected outlet. The meanings of the field headings ar

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualviContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiSJ/T

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual46When you have finished making your configuration settings, click Save.Shutdown Method There are three choices for the Shu

Chapter 5. Outlet Access47ScheduleClicking the Schedule tab brings up a page that lets you set up a scheduled power On/Off configuration for the sele

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual48After you have made your schedule settings, click Add. The schedule is summarized in the list at the bottom of the panel.

49Chapter 6User ManagementOverviewWhen you select the User Management tab the screen comes up with Accounts selected in the Menu bar, and the User Lis

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual50The Accounts page has two menu items: Accounts, for managing individual users; and Groups, for managing user groups.Note:

Chapter 6. User Management513. Enter the required information in the appropriate fields. A description of each of the fields is given in the table be

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual524. When your selections have been made click Save.5. When the Operation Succeeded message appears, click OK.You return to

Chapter 6. User Management53Modifying User AccountsTo modify a user account, do the following:1. In the Sidebar User tree, click the user’s name– or

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual54GroupsGroups allow administrators to easily and efficiently manage users and devices. Since device access rights apply to

Chapter 6. User Management554. Enter the required information in the appropriate fields. A description of each of the fields is given in the table be

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualviiChapter 5.Outlet AccessOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual56Modifying GroupsTo modify a group, do the following:1. In the Sidebar Group tree, click the group’s name– or –In the main

Chapter 6. User Management57Users and GroupsThere are two ways to assign users to – and remove users from – groups: from the Accounts menu; and from

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual58Removing Users From a Group From the Accounts PageTo remove a user from a group from the Accounts page, do the following:

Chapter 6. User Management59Assigning Users to a Group From the Groups PageTo assign a user to a group from the Groups page, do the following:1. In t

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual60Removing Users From a Group From the Groups PageTo remove a user from a group from the Groups page, do the following:1. I

Chapter 6. User Management61Device AssignmentWhen a user logs in to the Power Over the NET™ device, the interface comes up with the Outlet Access pag

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual623. Under the Access column, click to permit or restrict the user’s access to an outlet. A check mark ( √ ) indicates that

63Chapter 7Device ManagementOverviewThe Device Management page allows super administrators, administrators, and users with device management permissio

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual64The page presents information about the selected device, as described in the following table.Item MeaningDevice Name This

Chapter 7. Device Management65NetworkThe Network page is used to specify the Power Over the NET™ device’s network environment. The main section is di

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualviiiIPv4 Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67IPv6 Configuration.

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual66SettingsThis field specifies the time interval for the browser page to automatically refresh and display the latest power

Chapter 7. Device Management67IPv4 ConfigurationThe device’s IPv4 IP and DNS addresses (the traditional method of specifying IP addresses) can either

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual68IPv6 ConfigurationThe device’s IPv6 IP and DNS addresses (the new method of specifying IP addresses) can either be assign

Chapter 7. Device Management69ANMSThe ANMS (Advanced Network Management Settings) page is used to set up event notifications, login authentication an

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual704. Key in the email address (addresses) of where you want the event reports sent to in the To field.Note: If you are send

Chapter 7. Device Management71SNMP Trap ReceiversUp to four SNMP management stations can be specified. If you want to use SNMP trap notifications, do

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual72Syslog ServerTo record all the events that take place on Power Over the NET™ devicees and write them to the PN7212 / PN73

Chapter 7. Device Management73Authentication & AuthorizationThe Authentication & Authorization page is used to set up login authentication an

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual744. In the Retries field, set the number of allowed retries for attempting to connect to the RADIUS server.5. In the Share

Chapter 7. Device Management75To allow authentication and authorization for the Power Over the NET™ device through an LDAP/AD server, refer to the in

PN7212 / PN7320 User ManualixEvents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110Options . . . .

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual76TACACS+To allow authentication and authorization for the Power Over the NET™ device through a TACACS+ server, do the foll

Chapter 7. Device Management77CC ManagementThis page allows you to manage authentication and authorization for the Power Over the NET™ device through

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual78SNMP AgentIf you want to use SNMP to help with your installation management:1. Check Enable.2. Once SNMP Agent has been e

Chapter 7. Device Management79OOBCIn case the LAN that the Power Over the NET™ device resides on goes down, or the it cannot be accessed with the usu

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual80Note: The Console port’s serial parameters and the parameters of the device it connects to must both be the same.

Chapter 7. Device Management81Modem SettingsThis section is used to enable support for modem dial in / dial back operations. For this function, you m

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual82 Dial In allows you to establish a connection to the PN7212 / PN7320 via a dial up modem connection. Dial Back is provi

Chapter 7. Device Management83Dial Out SettingsIf you want the Power Over the NET™ device to be able to dial out, activate the dial out function by p

PN7212 / PN7320 User Manual84Complete the Dial Out configuration as follows:1. Under Modem Settings, specify your modem's configuration: If your

Chapter 7. Device Management855. The SMTP Server settings are used to send an email notifying you of the IP address that was dynamically assigned to