Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing PLANET IP Power Manager. This manual guides you on how to install and properly use the IP Power Manager in order to take full advantage of its features.

1.1Package Contents

Make sure that you have the following items:

zOne IP Power Manager

zOne Power Cord

zOne User’s Manual and Utility CD

zOne Quick Installation Guide

zOne Console Cable

zOne Rackmount Ear kit

zFour Rubber Feet

zFour Feet Screw

Note: If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier for support.

1.2Product Description

The IP Power Manager includes two models, IPM-8001 and IPM-8002. Model IPM-8001 is for 100V to 120VAC power input, IPM-8002 for input power range from 220V to 240VAC, in the following section, unless specified, IPM-8000 will means the IP Power Manager of the two models.

1.3Features

zEight power outlets that can be turn on or off in multiple ways, with easy monitoring of current consumption

zVersatile sensors supported through EMD (Environmental Monitoring Device) inputs

zActive extended devices via digital outputs

zMonitor and manager connected devices and sensors remotely

zControl manually, or remotely through console or network

zIntelligent turn on/off devices based on event occurrence of planned schedule

zComprehensive power management and flexible configuration through web browser, NMS, Telnet, SNMP, or Hyper Terminal (via console)

zConfigurable user security control

zUser friendly interface to display input and output status

zDetailed data-logging for statistical analysis and diagnostics

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