IP-Controlled Power Switch - Remote Server Reboot

24-hour guard protection for network equipment

With ePowerSwitch D4 Guard, up to four devices can be individually switched on and off, also with programmed switching states. The activated Guard function ensures exceptionally high equipment availability: continually monitors whether the connected IP-based devices are still active, it can automatically, without user input, reboot any crashed device.

The ePowerSwitch D4 Guard is ideal for networks and installations, the Guard function guaranteeing maximum availability of servers, routers, etc. round the clock and regardless of their location.

Applications

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

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 devices 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:

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 them to be configured. This function can be disabled for security.
Through a built-in, browser-based administration website. This function can be disabled for security.

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 a user-definable time.

Programming

A programming interface has been implemented for automating all 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 D4	ePowerSwitch D4 with PC connection cable with D-Sub 9-pin socket/plug (1.8 m) for configuration and control
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