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The original

ePowerSwitch is an intelligent socket strip with individually controllable power outlets for switching up to four consumers on and off. Special feature: during a power failure, the ePowerSwitch “remembers” the latest switching states and re-establishes them when power is restored.
New (October 2004)
The original ePowerSwitch has been significantly improved and is now called ePowerSwitch-4. Its installation, configuration and functionality (except for the absence of the Guard function) are identical with the ePowerSwitch D4 Guard.

Applications

• Remote network management, for example rebooting specific servers and other remote equipment
• Server farms, Internet providers, server housing
• Plus many more

Key features

• Four separate passwords for each socket plus a common administrator password
• Auto Restart function, for example for remotely rebooting routers
• Can also be controlled through user's own programs

Compatibility

ePowerSwitch is fully independent of the platform and operating system of each operator station, provided that they support the TCP/IP protocol and have a graphics-capable browser (e.g. Internet Explorer or Netscape). The ePowerSwitch is also independent of any other servers connected to the network.

Security

The ePowerSwitch is protected against unauthorized access with an encrypted user name and password. Beside the administrator - who can access all sockets - four users can be defined, each of which can control and view the switching state of any specified combination of sockets. With hierarchical IP filters, specific IP addresses or address ranges can be allowed or denied. The network configuration options can be disabled to ensure that only users with physical access to a device (through the V.24 interface) can also perform administration on it.

The latest switching states are permanently stored in the device’s built-in memory and are immediately available again after a power failure.
Alternatively, outlets can be set to a user-defined switching state after a power failure. To prevent excessive current peaks, the outlets are switched on again sequentially with a short delay between each socket.

Installation

Installation is simple and can be performed in one of three ways:

• serial interface (cable supplied) with any terminal program running on any PC.
• Using the ePowerSwitch Finder program for Windows, which identifies all newly installed ePowerSwitch devices in the same network segment (regardless of their IP address) and allows their configuration. This function can be disabled for security.
• Through a built-in, browser-based administration website. This function can be disabled for security.

Operation

Connected consumers can be switched on and off by simply entering the IP address of the corresponding ePowerSwitch in a Web browser. The ePowerSwitch's website then appears with the password prompt. If the administrator password is entered, the switching state of all outlets is then displayed on the main page. The user can now switch outlets on and off by clicking corresponding buttons on the Web page. If the password for a specific outlet was entered at the prompt, only the corresponding socket is displayed and can be controlled.

If several users try to access the switch at the same time, the device remains under the control of the first user unless he does not make an input for a specified time.

View live demo now (ePowerSwitch D4)

Auto restart

Routers and other devices also need to be rebooted from time to time. A "remote administrator" would switch itself off during a reboot. This can be prevented with the Auto Restart function: When the appropriate button is clicked, the connected equipment is switched off and automatically restarted again after ten seconds.

Programming

A programming interface has been implemented for automating switching operations in IT and industrial applications. With this new feature, the switching state of the power outlet can be queried and controlled. Common languages, such as Visual Basic, C++ and Delphi, can be used.

Serial actuation

As an alternative to the network, ePowerSwitch can be controlled through the built-in serial interface using a simple command language.

For a description see the Manual.

Rack-mount or wall-mount

ePowerSwitch-4 can be mounted in a 19" Rack or to a wall or furniture using the brakets (included).

 

 

MODELS

Part Number	Description
EPS-4 D 19	SCHUKO - 250V 10A DIN 41494, DIN 57620, VDE 0629 Countries: Germany, Austria, Finland, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Sweden, Norway, Spain, Russia, Portugal, Turkey
EPS-4 F 19	UTE 250 V 10A NFC 61-303 Countries: France, Belgium
EPS-4 C 19	Swiss Standard 250V 10 A SEV Country: Switzerland
EPS-4 E 19	English Standard 250 V 10A Country: United Kingdom