Dataprobe iBoot-G2 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 3)

V140506E iBoot-G2+ Page 3
3. General Description
The iBoot-G2+ is a network attached, IP addressed, web controlled AC power switch. Anyone with a web
browser can access iBoot-G2+ to perform power On, Off or Power Cycle (Reboot or Power Burst). iBoot-G2+
access is password protected with user and administrator security levels.
iBoot-G2+ features international standard IEC320 connections and is compatible with power mains worldwide.
A simple Web browser interface makes it easy to control power from anywhere in the world with a click of a
mouse. iBoot-
G2+ also supports Telnet for text commands, as well as Dataprobe’s Exchange Protocol (DxP)
for interfacing to a variety of Dataprobe products and custom software development.
3.1. Uses for iBoot
• Remote reboot of any device, routers, servers, kiosks, etc. The device to be rebooted need not be network
attached.
• Secure sensitive devices by keeping them powered off when not in use. This prevents hackers from seeing
them at all times.
• Power down equipment when not needed for power savings and to save on wear and tear.
• Power up alert devices like sirens, lamps, messages; or control environmental system like heaters, coolers
pumps, etc.
3.2. Multiple Control Options
In addition to the Web control capabilities, iBoot-G2+ features several other means to operate automatically or
under computer control.
AutoPing and Heartbeat: The AutoPing feature allows iBoot-G2+ to automatically detect failed equipment and
perform a timed reboot or other power control function (like turning on an indicator or siren). You set up to four
IP addresses to be periodically pinged. When iBoot-G2+ no longer detects a response from the address(es),
the programmed power control function is actuated.
The heartbeat function works in reverse; it looks for a message from a device and takes action when that
message is no longer received. The heartbeat generator app installs in your server and allows the iBoot-G2+
to auto reboot when the server crashes.
Telnet:
iBoot’s Command Line Interface (CLI) allows direct control and setup through Telnet.
USB:
iBoot’s Command Line Interface (CLI) allows direct control and setup through the USB port.