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Have you ever wanted to switch on or off an electrical device located on another floor, in another building or even in another town? ePowerSwitch-1 makes it possible. All you need is a network with a connection at the device's location.

24-hour guard protection for servers, etc.

With ePowerSwitch D4 Guard, a device can be switched on and off with programmed switching states. When activated, the Guard function ensures increased equipment availability: continually monitoring whether the connected IP-based devices are still active, it can automatically, without user input, reboot any crashed device.

The ePowerSwitch 1 Guard is a cost-effective stand-alone solution for servers, routers, etc., the Guard function guaranteeing maximum equipment availability round the clock and regardless of location.

Applications

• Industry, for example process control or test labs
• Office, for example switching PCs and modems on and off
• Network management, for example rebooting specific servers and other network equipment
• Plus many more

ePowerSwitch-1 is exceptionally cost-effective wherever devices need to be switched on and off. For switching several consumers, we recommend ePowerSwitch (socket strip with 4 separately switchable consumers) or ePowerswitch-M/S (for 8 to 40 separately switchable consumers).

Compatibility

ePowerSwitch-1 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). ePowerSwitch-1 is also independent of any other servers in the network and can even be operated in serverless networks.

Security

ePowerSwitch is password-protected against unauthorized access, with encrypted data transfer. Specific IP ranges can be included or denied with four superimposed filters. An administrator and a user profile are available.

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.

Installation

Three methods of configuration are available:

• Through the 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.

All three options are clearly structured and similar in operation. Here is an example with the ePowerSwitch D4 for configuring the Guard function using a browser. A live demo will be available soon.

Reliability and durability

The HiAmp technology allows the connection of devices with a continuous current of 10 A (the legal limit for the IEC 320 connector). Devices with peak currents up to 120 A can also be switched reliably and with a long service life.

Auto restart

Routers and other devices 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.

Order number	Description
EPS-1 -Guard	ePowerSwitch 1 Guard with PC connection cable with D-Sub 9-pin socket/plug (1.8 m) for configuration
S 19.08.1515	Connection cable for non-heating apparatus – plug/socket, 1.8 metres
S 19.08.1530	Connection cable for non-heating apparatus – plug/socket, 3 metres