Black Box ASTC3000, ASTCRCR, ASTCPOEK, ASTCBK, ASTCRCB, ASTCRCG How to Perform Remote Connection Test

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Chapter 6: Maintenance

4.Select Yes for, “Do you want to reset the print number?” by pressing the button. The status will be displayed after the operation. If everything is Ok, you will see “Successful” in the Status field. This will reset the Print Number to 1 or to any value specified.

6.5.How to Perform Remote Connection Test

1.Click on the Diagnostics link under Clock, and the Clock Diagnostics screen will appear. Then click on the Remote Connection Test tab and the Remote Connection Test screen will appear (see Figure 6-6).

Status Area

Information

Figure 6-6. Clock Reset.

NOTE: If any of the clock’s single or multiple connection (i.e., connection to an enabled time server) commands fail, you will see a red error in the status area. Also, if FTP, E-Mail, and SNMP Traps are configured, they will be checked.

2.Enter the remote host name/IP address and press the Test Single Connection button. The status will be displayed after the operation. If everything is Ok, you will see “Successful” in the Status field. This checks the connection between this clock and a remote host.

3.Press the Test Multiple Connection button to check the connection of the clock with enabled Time Servers and DNS Servers using some of the clock’s configuration. The status will be displayed after the operation. If everything is Ok, you will see “Successful” in the Status fields.

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Contents July Trademarks Used in this Manual Table of Contents Auto-Sync Time Clock Auto-Sync Time Clock DiagnosticsIntroduction How This Manual is OrganizedGeneral Information What is Oats Compliance? Features Hardware Features BenefitsRequirements Time Servers General Information Auto-Sync Time Clock Installation & Operation GuideThis page intentionally left blank Removing the Cover InstallationAuto-Sync Time Clock External View ComponentsUnpacking the Clock Installing the Astcbk Optional Full Power Reserve FPRInstallation Auto-Sync Time Clock Rear View Showing Cable/Connector Location Auto-Sync Time Clock Installing the Astcpoek Optional PoE with FPR Auto-Sync Time Clock Installation 14. PoE & FPR Connectors 15. Startup Display Sequence Normal Startup SequencePrinting First Printout Wall MountingAcceptable Print Media YYYY/MM/DD hhmm ss sAvailable Print Methods Adjusting the Print Margin18. Auto-Sync Time Clock Front Panel Front Panel Reset ButtonSpecifications Power over Ethernet Overview This page intentionally left blank Quick-Start Connecting to the Auto-Sync Time Clock using ZeroconfAuto-Sync Time Clock Auto-Sync Time Clock Login Screen First Time Set up of the Auto-Sync Time Clock YYYY/MM/DD hhmm ss s Auto-Sync Time Clock General Information OperationAuto-Sync Time Clock Web Interface Logout LoginHow to Create Users How to Custom Configure the Auto-Sync Time Clock Normal LoginDefault = Military 1700 = 500pm Operation How to Set the Print Options Example of Left-Side Printing Example of Both Left & Right Printing Enter Text Time Sync Settings How to Set Time Synchronization12. Time Server List Time Server SetupAuto-Sync Time Clock 14. DNS Server Settings DNS Server SetupMail Setup How to Setup E-Mail and Snmp Trap NotificationOperation Auto-Sync Time Clock Snmp Trap Setup How to Setup Time Synchronization Schedules Operation How to Setup Report Schedules Auto-Sync Time Clock Utilities How to Setup Backup SchedulesUtility Settings for FTP Server Performing Backup and Restore 25. FTP Server Configuration & Transaction Files To restore a Configuration & Transaction file in the clock Reports Utility Operation 29. FTP Files For Reports Utility Installing the Auto-Sync UtilityFinish Install of Auto-Sync Utility Using the Auto-Sync UtilityAuto-Sync Utility Auto Discovery How to Discover & Connect to a Auto-Sync Time ClockAuto-Sync Time Clock Default clock name with MAC address at the end How to Create a Centralized Transaction Report Utility Advanced Function of Downloading to Auto-Sync Time Clocks Auto Discovery Procedure for download12. Windows Open Dialog Manual Discovery Procedure for download File Menu Functions Auto-Sync Time Clock Menu SelectionsView Menu Functions 15. View Utility Settings Monitoring Settings 19. Clock Status Monitoring with Utility From Advanced options  Clock Config/Transaction file to 22. Show Firmware Version Help Menu Functions This page intentionally left blank How to Display Clock Configuration MaintenanceHow to Manually Time Sync the Clock How to Reset the Clock How to Perform LCD Display Clock DiagnosticsClock Reset How to Perform Remote Connection Test Colon Status Display Messages Normal StartupTime Synchronization Validation Error MessagesError Cause Solution Message See Figure Ribbon Cartridge Installation How to Replace the Ribbon Cartridge Ribbon Cartridge RemovalWide Area Service Discovery Setup WAN Service DiscoveryWide Area Clock Discovery WAN Service Discovery This page intentionally left blank Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Auto-Sync Time Clock Frequently Asked Questions FAQs ∙ Consult the Installation and Operation Guide, Chapter Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Auto-Sync Time Clock Character Spacing Appendix aDigit Year Default NTP Time Servers Host Name Location Number Glossary of TermsNasdaq This page intentionally left blank Page AJR-199400

ASTC3000, ASTCBK, ASTCKEY, ASTCRCG, ASTCPOEK specifications

The Black Box ASTC series of products, including ASTCRCB, ASTCRCR, ASTC3000POE, ASTCPOEK, and ASTCRCG, represent a compelling suite of solutions designed for advanced technology applications in various environments. These devices are engineered for critical communication, reliable data transmission, and effective networking in both commercial and industrial contexts.

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Each model within the Black Box ASTC series embodies advanced technologies that emphasize reliability, efficiency, and user-centric design, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of today's digital landscapes.