APC AP88XX, AP8886 Establish Network Settings, TCP/IP configuration methods, INI file utility

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Establish Network Settings

Note: Disregard the procedures described in this section if you have StruxureWare Data Center Expert as part of your system. See the documentation for your StruxureWare Data Center Expert device for more information.

You must configure the following TCP/IP settings before the Rack PDU can operate on a network:

IP address of the Rack PDU

Subnet mask

Default gateway

Note: If a default gateway is unavailable, use the IP address of a computer that is located on the same subnet as the Rack PDU and that is usually running. The Rack PDU uses the default gateway to test the network when traffic is very light.

Note: Do not use the loopback address (127.0.0.1) as the default gateway address for the Rack PDU. It disables the card and requires you to reset TCP/IP settings to their defaults using a local serial login.

See “Watchdog Features” on page 3 for more information about the watchdog role of the default gateway.

TCP/IP configuration methods

Use one of the following methods to define the TCP/IP settings needed by the Rack PDU:

“Device IP Configuration Wizard” on page 80

“DHCP and BOOTP configuration” on page 5

“Command Line Interface” on page 7

INI file utility

You can use the INI file export utility to export INI file settings from configured Rack PDUs to one or more unconfigured Rack PDUs. For more information, see “Use an .ini File” on page 77.

DHCP and BOOTP configuration

The default TCP/IP configuration setting, DHCP, assumes that a properly configured DHCP server is available to provide TCP/IP settings to Rack PDU. You can also configure the setting for BOOTP.

A user configuration (INI) file can function as a BOOTP or DHCP boot file. For more information, see “Use an .ini File” on page 77.

If neither of these servers is available, see “Device IP Configuration Wizard” on page 80 or “Command Line Interface” on page 7.

BOOTP. For the Rack PDU to use a BOOTP server to configure its TCP/IP settings, it must find a properly configured RFC951-compliant BOOTP server.

In the BOOTPTAB file of the BOOTP server, enter the Rack PDU’s MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway, and, optionally, a bootup file name. Look for the MAC address on the bottom of the Rack PDU or on the Quality Assurance slip included in the package.

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Contents User Guide Contents Log on to the Command Line Interface Web Interface Logs Administration Notification Device IP Configuration Wizard Troubleshooting Introduction Product FeaturesTypes of User Accounts Access Priorities for Logging onNetwork Port Sharing Watchdog FeaturesGetting Started TCP/IP configuration methods Establish Network SettingsDhcp and Bootp configuration INI file utilityOption 43 = 01 04 31 41 50 Command Line Interface Recovering from a Lost Password Function Rack PDU Front PanelFunction Display Tree Example Display Tree Example Network Status LED Load indicator LEDCondition Description 10/100 LEDAbout the Command Line Interface Command Line InterfaceLog on to the Command Line Interface Remote access to the command line interfaceAbout the Main Screen Local access to the command line interfaceIPv4 IPv6 Description Only Using the Command Line InterfaceDescription Command SyntaxCode Message Command Response CodesAlarmcount Network Management Card Command DescriptionsAbout Option Arguments DescriptionOption Argument Description BootClrrst Console Delete DateArgument Description DirEventlog DnsExit FormatHelp Option Argument DefinitionNetstat NtpPortSpeed PingPrompt QuitRadius RebootSnmp, snmpv3 ResetToDefSystem Tcpip6 TcpipWeb UserXferStatus XferININetwork Port Sharing Commands Device Command DescriptionsBkLowLoad BkNearOverBkReading BkOverLoadDevLowLoad DevOverLoad DevNearOverDevReading Argument DefinitionHumMin HumLowHumReading PhNearOver PhLowLoadPhOverLoad PhReading SensorName ProdInfoTempMax TempHighTempReading Whoami Supported Web Browsers Web InterfaceLogging On to the Web Interface URL address formats Error Message Browser Cause of the ErrorSymbol Description Web Interface FeaturesTabs Device status iconsQuick Links Other Web interface featuresNetwork Port Sharing on the Web Interface Group Control using Network Port SharingMetered Rack PDU User Guide About the Home Tab Alarm Status viewOverview view Device Management Configuring Load ThresholdsAbout the Device Manager Tab Viewing the Load Status and Peak LoadResetting Peak Load and kWh Configure the Name and Location of the Rack PDUEnvironment Configure Temperature and Humidity SensorsUse the Event and Data Logs LogsEvent log Example event log Rack PDU 4 Device low load Path Logs Data options Data logParameter Description Scp username@hostnameoripaddressdata.txt ./data.txt How to use FTP or SCP to retrieve log filesSetting user access Administration SecurityAuthentication Local UsersRadius Radius Setting DefinitionSummary of the configuration procedure Configure the Radius ServerConfiguring a Radius server on Unix with shadow passwords Supported Radius serversInactivity Timeout TCP/IP and Communication Settings Administration Network FeaturesTCP/IP settings Setting DescriptionAPC Cookie. Tag 1, Len 4, Data 1APC Dhcp response optionsPing Response Port SpeedQuery Type Selected Query Question to Use DNSOption Description WebStatus Telnet 152.214.12.1145000 telnet 152.214.12.114 ConsoleSnmp SNMPv1 SNMPv3 FTP Server Configuring event actions Administration NotificationEvent Actions Types of notificationMetered Rack PDU User Guide Mail notification Active, Automatic, Direct NotificationSend a test message to a configured recipient Snmp Trap Test Snmp trapsSetting Definition Remote Monitoring ServiceSyslog Informational is mapped to Info Identification Administration General OptionsSet the Date and Time ModeDaylight saving Use an .ini FileReset the Rack PDU Event Log and Temperature UnitsChange the default temperature scale Color-code event log textAbout the Rack PDU Configure LinksCapabilities, Requirements, and Installation Device IP Configuration WizardUse the Wizard Select Remotely over the network, and click Next Configure or reconfigure the TCP/IP settings locallySelect Locally through the serial port, and click Next Summary of the procedure How to Export Configuration SettingsContents of the .ini file Retrieving and Exporting the .ini FileDetailed procedures Ftp open ipaddress Event and its error messages Upload Event and Error MessagesMessages in config.ini Errors generated by overridden valuesFile Transfers How to Upgrade FirmwareFirmware File Transfer Methods Benefits of upgrading firmwareUse FTP or SCP to upgrade one Rack PDU Using the Firmware Upgrade UtilityUse Xmodem to upgrade one Rack PDU Using the Firmware Upgrade Utility for multiple upgrades How to upgrade multiple Rack PDUsUsing a USB flash drive to upgrade one Rack PDU Firmware Module Binary File Verify the version numbers of installed firmware Verifying Upgrades and UpdatesVerify the success or failure of the transfer Last Transfer Result codesRack PDU Access Problems TroubleshootingProblem Solution Network Management Card Command Descriptions Appendix a List of Supported CommandsSets manual IPv6 address Device Command Descriptions 990-3429D-001 10/2012 APC Worldwide Customer Support

AP8886, AP88XX, AP8861 specifications

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In summary, the APC AP8861 and the entire AP88XX series are engineered for robust performance, enhanced control, and adaptability in power distribution management. Packed with advanced features, this series offers solutions that help businesses optimize their data centers while ensuring maximum uptime and equipment protection, thereby supporting the ever-increasing demands placed on modern IT infrastructures.