QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Raritan PX2, PX3 and PX3-iX7
Thank you for purchasing the Raritan intelligent power distribution unit (PDU) -- PX2, PX3, or PX3 with iX7™ controller (also known as
PX3-iX7 or iX7™). The intended use of the Raritan PX2/PX3 is distribution of power to information technology equipment such as
computers and communication equipment where such equipment is typically mounted in an equipment rack located in an information
technology equipment room.
This Quick Setup Guide explains how to install and configure the PX2/PX3. For further details on using the PX2/PX3, access online
help from the application, or download the user guide from the Raritan website's Support page (http://www.raritan.com/support/).
For more detailed information on this release, see the latest release notes on the Support page.
Note: In this guide, PX3 refers to both PX3 and PX3-iX7 models unless otherwise specified. For major differences between thetwo product models, see iX7-Specific Features (on page 9).

Safety Precautions
WARNING! Read and understand all sections in this guide
before installing or operating this product. Failure to heed anyof the following WARNINGS may result in electric shock, fire,
personal injury and death. Prior to operating this product, theuser should read the online help and specifically the warnings
in the online help.
WARNING! Connect this product to an AC power source
whose voltage is within the range specified on the product's
nameplate.

this to Raritan Technical Support at tech@raritan.com, or
contact the Raritan partner where you purchased the product.

Zero U Size
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PX2 or PX3 PDU
Mounting screws, brackets and/or buttons
Cable retention clips for the inlet and/or outlets (for somemodels only)An "optional" null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on
both ends (Raritan number: 254-01-0006-00)

WARNING! Connect this product to an AC power source thatis current limited by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker inaccordance with national and local electrical codes.

Note: For PX3-iX7, use a third party RJ45-to-DB9
adapter/cable instead of the null-modem cable.

WARNING! Use this product in a dry location.
WARNING! Connect this product to a protective earth ground.
Never use a "ground lift adaptor" between the product's plugand the wall receptacle.
WARNING! If this product is a model that requires assemblyof its line cord or plug, all such assembly must be performed
by a licensed electrician and the line cord or plugs used mustbe suitably rated based on the product's nameplate ratingsand national and local electrical codes.

1U and 2U Size

PX2 or PX3 PDU
1U or 2U bracket pack and screws



Cable retention clips for the inlet (for some models only)An "optional" null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on
both ends (Raritan number: 254-01-0006-00)
Note: For PX3-iX7, use a third party RJ45-to-DB9
adapter/cable instead of the null-modem cable.

QS RuleUnpacking the PX2/PX3
QS RuleThe PX2/PX3 comes in Zero U, 1U, and 2U sizes. The following
describes the equipment shipped with each size. Unpack thecomponents. If any pieces are missing or damaged, report

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Before You Begin
1. Prepare the installation site. Make sure the installation
area is clean and not exposed to extreme temperatures or1

humidity. Allow sufficient space around the device forcabling and outlet connections. Safety instructions areprovided in the PX2/PX3 Online Help.

3. Secure with the provided end cap screws.

2. Fill out the Equipment Setup Worksheet found in the
PX2/PX3 Online Help. Record the model, serial number,and use of each IT device connected to the PDU's power
outlets.
QS RuleMounting the PDU
Use one of the mounting methods to install your PX2/PX3 asappropriate.

Circuit Breaker Orientation Limitation
Usually a PDU can be mounted in any orientation. However,when mounting a PDU with circuit breakers, you must obey
these rules:

Circuit breakers CANNOT face down. For example, do not
horizontally mount a Zero U PDU with circuit breakers on
the ceiling.
If a rack is subject to shock in environments such as boats
or airplanes, the PDU CANNOT be mounted upside down.
If installed upside down, shock stress reduces the trip
point by 10%.
Note: If normally the line cord is down, upside downmeans the line cord is up.

Mounting 1U or 2U Models

4. Fasten the rackmount brackets' ears to the rack using
your own fasteners.

Mounting Zero U Models Using Baseplate-BasedTools
You can use one of the three baseplate-based tools to mountthe PDU: L-brackets, buttons or claw-foot brackets.

Using the appropriate brackets and tools, fasten the 1U or 2U
device to the rack or cabinet.

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2. Make the baseplates grasp the device lightly. Use theincluded L-shaped hex key to loosen the hex socket
screws until the baseplate is "slightly" fastened.

To mount the PX2/PX3 device:

1. Attach a rackmount bracket to both sides of the PX2/PX3
with the provided screws.

To mount Zero U models using baseplates:

1. Align the baseplates on the rear of the PX2/PX3 device.

3. Attach brackets or buttons to the baseplates.
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Fasten each L-bracket or claw-foot bracket to eachbaseplate with at least three screws (one through eachslot).

2. Insert the cable-support bar into rackmount brackets.

OR

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mounting holes in the rack. The recommended torquefor the button is 1.96 N·m (20 kgf·cm).

Screw each mounting button to each baseplate. The
recommended torque for the button is 1.96 N·m (20kgf·cm).

QS Rule4. Fasten the device to the rack or cabinet using thebaseplaed-based tools.
 Use rack screws to fasten L-brackets or claw-footbrackets on the PDU to the rack.


For the buttons, press the PDU forward, pushing themounting buttons through the mounting holes, thenletting the device drop about 5/8".

Mounting Zero U Models Using Buttons
1. Turn to the rear of the PDU.

Installing Cable Retention Clips on the Inlet(Optional)
If your PX2/PX3 device is designed to use a cable retention
clip, install the clip before connecting a power cord. A cableretention clip prevents the connected power cord fromcoming loose or falling off.
To install and use a cable retention clip on the inlet:

1. Install the cable retention clip by inserting two ends of theclip into the two tiny holes adjacent to the inlet.

2. Locate the two screw holes on the rear panel.

Zero U models

1U/2U models

3. Screw a button in each screw hole. The recommended
torque for the button is 1.96 N·m (20 kgf·cm).

2. Connect the power cord to the inlet, and press the clip tohold the cord.

Zero U models

1U/2U models

4. Press the PDU forward, pushing the mounting buttons
through the mounting holes, then letting the PDU drop
slightly.

Mounting Zero U Models Using L-Brackets andButtons
1. Fasten the L-bracket to each end of the PDU.

QS RuleConnecting the PX3 Locking Line CordA PX3 model is shipped with a locking line cord. Plug that cord
into the PDU's inlet and the cord is securely locked.
2. Choose either of the following ways to fasten the PDU to
the rack.
 Attach the rack screws to the two rackmount holes ofeach L-bracket.
Note: To remove the cord, press the locking clips or push theslide buttons at two sides of the cord's connector. For details,
see the topic titled "Disconnecting a Locking Line Cord" in the
PX3 online help.
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Connecting the PDU to a Power Source
The distance between a PDU and its power source must be
SHORTER than the PDU's line cord to avoid stretching out thecord. A locking connector used at the power source is highly
recommended for a secure connection.
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To connect a PDU to the power source:

1. Verify that all circuit breakers on the PX2/PX3 device are
set to ON. If not, turn them ON.
Or make sure that all fuses are inserted and seatedproperly. If there are any fuse covers, ensure that they
are closed.

2. Make sure the wireless LAN configuration is supported byyour PDU. See Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information(on page 8).
QS RuleInitial Network Configuration
Depending on your networking environment, the best method
to initially configure your PX2/PX3 differs.


For a DHCP IPv4 networking environment, see Using a

Web Browser (on page 4).


For an IPv6 or "static" IPv4 networking environment, see

Appendix A: Configuration via a Connected Computer(on page 5).

Note: Not all PX2/PX3 devices have overcurrent
protection mechanisms.
2. Connect each PX2/PX3 to an appropriately rated branch
circuit. See the label or nameplate affixed to your PX2/PX3
for appropriate input ratings or range of ratings.
3. When a PX2/PX3 device powers up, it proceeds with thepower-on self test and software loading for a few
moments. At this time, the outlet LEDs cycle throughdifferent colors.
Note: If a PDU beeps after being powered up, either its
circuit breaker has tripped or the L-N wiring is reversed.
If no circuit breakers tripped, check the wiring of the plug
adapter that is used or the direction in which the plug orplug adapter is plugged into the power socket.
4. When the software has completed loading, the outlet LEDs
show a steady color and the front panel display
illuminates.
Note: A PX2-1000 or PX3-1000 PDU does not have outlet
LEDs so only the front panel display illuminates.

QS RuleUsing a Web Browser
Initial configuration using a web browser involves these two
steps.

Step 1: Retrieve the IP Address (on page 4)
Step 2: Log in to the PX2/PX3 Web Interface (on page 5)

Step 1: Retrieve the IP Address
After connecting to a DHCP IPv4 network, an IPv4 address is
automatically assigned to your PX2/PX3.
A PX3 model's IP address is available using the front panel
display.
A PX2 model's IP address is available via the command line
interface (CLI).

PX3 Models
Depending on the PX3 model you purchased, the front panel
display is similar to either diagram below.

QS RuleConnecting the PDU to Your Network
PX2/PX3 can be connected to a wired or wireless network.
To make a wired connection:

1. Connect a standard network patch cable to the ETHERNET
port on the PX2/PX3.

- OR 

To retrieve the IP address:

1. Press/or/to show the "Main Menu."

2. Press/or/to select "Device Info," and

press

/

/

until the device's IP

2. Connect the other end of the cable to your LAN.
Note: For PX3-iX7, you can connect either Ethernet port to theLAN, but the "green" port labeled "ETH 10/100/1000" ishighly recommended because it supports 1000 Mbps. If
connecting both ports to the LAN, you must connect them totwo "different" subnets. If you are not sure whether the PDU
is connected to the same or different subnets, contact your IT
department.

/or
3. Press
address is displayed.



1. Connect PX2 to a computer via an RS-232 or USB cable.
See Step 1: Connect the PX2/PX3 to a Computer (onpage 5).

To make a wireless connection:

1. Connect an appropriate USB wireless LAN adapter to the
PDU.
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42. On the computer, open a communications program withappropriate COM port settings. See Step 2: Configure the
PX2/PX3 via CLI (Optional) (on page 6) for COM portsettings.
3. Press Enter in the communications program, and the IP
address is displayed onscreen as illustrated below.

Note: If you are using Sunbird's Power IQ to manage the
PX2/PX3, you must configure Power IQ and the PX2/PX3
to have the same date/time or NTP settings.
4. To change network settings, choose Device Settings >Network.
Tip: As of release 3.3.10, you can enable both wired andwireless networking so that the PX2/PX3 can be accessed
via both wired and wireless IP addresses.

Note: The DHCP-assigned IP address can be also retrieved
through the MAC address. You can contact your LAN
administrator for assistance. See MAC Address (on page 9).

5. The PX2/PX3 is sent from the factory with all the outlets
ON. If your model is outlet-switching capable, turn OFF
the outlets without devices connected.
6. Use the menu to the left to configure user profiles,
privileges, security, outlet thresholds, or network settings.

Step 2: Log in to the PX2/PX3 Web Interface

Note: Detailed instructions are available in the PX2 or PX3Online Help or User Guide.

The PX2/PX3 supports common web browsers, including
Microsoft Internet Explorer®, Mozilla Firefox®, and Google®
Chrome.

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To access the PX2/PX3 web interface:

1. Open a web browser and type the IP address of the
PX2/PX3 device.


If the link-local addressing has been enabled, you cantype pdu.local instead of an IP address. See Appendix
A: Configuration via a Connected Computer (on page
5).

Appendix A: Configuration via a Connected
Computer
To use the command line interface (CLI) for configuration,
establish an RS-232 or USB connection.
To use a web browser for configuration, make a network
connection to the computer. The PX2/PX3 is automaticallyconfigured with the following link-local addressing in any
network without DHCP available:https://169.254.x.x (where x is a number)
https://pdu.local

2. Accept any security warnings that may appear.

Step 1: Connect the PX2/PX3 to a Computer

3. Type the default user credentials and click Login.

Establish one of the following connections to a computer.

User name: adminPassword: raritan

4. When prompted to change the password, change or ignoreit.
 To change it, type the new password and click Ok.
 To ignore it for this time only, click Not Now.
 To ignore it permanently, select "Do not ask again" andclick Not Now.
QS RuleWhat To Do Next
1. Connect IT equipment to the outlet(s) on the PX2/PX3.
2. Launch the web browser if not yet. See Step 2: Log in to
the PX2/PX3 Web Interface (on page 5).
3. Choose Device Settings > Date/Time to configure the
PX2/PX3 with the proper date and time or synchronize itwith an NTP server. The PX2/PX3 device's time must be insync with the LDAP server to use LDAP authentication.

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Serial connection for "DB9" RS-232 connector on
PX2/PX3:

1. Connect one end of the null-modem DB9 cable to the male"DB9" RS-232 port labeled CONSOLE / MODEM on the
PX2/PX3.
2. Connect the other end to your computer's RS-232 port(COM).
3. Perform Step 2: Configure the PX2/PX3 via CLI(Optional) (on page 6).
Serial connection for "RJ-45" RS-232 connector on
PX3-iX7:
The iX7™ PDU's serial connection procedure is the sameas above except that a third party RJ-45 to "DB9 female"
adapter/cable is required, such as the blue Cisco adapter
cable. This is because the CONSOLE / MODEM port on
iX7™ is a female RJ-45 connector.

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1. A USB-to-serial driver is required in Windows . Install thisdriver before connecting the USB cable. See Installing theUSB-to-Serial Driver (Optional) (on page 8).

5. If prompted to change the default password, change or
ignore it.
 To change it, follow onscreen instructions to type yournew password.

2. Connect a USB cable between the PX2/PX3 device's
USB-B port and a computer's USB-A port.

6. The # prompt appears.

USB connection:®

3. Perform Step 2: Configure the PX2/PX3 via CLI(Optional) (on page 6).
Direct network connection:

The Ethernet port must be enabled for this connection to work
properly. Per default, the Ethernet port is enabled.
1. Connect one end of a standard network patch cable to the
ETHERNET port of the PX2/PX3.
 For iX7™, either Ethernet port is fine.



7. Type config and press Enter.
8. To configure network settings, type appropriate
commands and press Enter. Refer to the following
commands list. CLI commands are case sensitive.
9. After finishing the network settings, type apply to savechanges. To abort, type cancel.
Note: Make sure the computer's wireless interface isdisabled.

For PX2 and PX3, replace the variable <ETH> with the word
"ethernet". For PX3-iX7, replace the variable <ETH> witheither 'ETH1' or 'ETH2', depending on which Ethernet port
you are configuring.


Step 2: Configure the PX2/PX3 via CLI (Optional)
You perform the following over an RS-232 or USB connection
only.


To configure the PX2/PX3 via CLI:

1. On the computer connected to the PX2/PX3, open a
communications program such as HyperTerminal or
PuTTY.

Parity = None
Flow control = None

Tip: For a USB connection, you can determine the COM
port by choosing Control Panel > System > Hardware >Device Manager, and locating the "Dominion PX2 Serial
Console" under the Ports group.
3. In the communications program, press Enter to send acarriage return to the PX2/PX3.

General IP settings:

To set or
enableUse this command

IPv4 or IPv6
protocolnetwork <ipvX> interface <ETH>
enabled <option><option> = true, or false

2. Select the appropriate COM port, and set the following
port settings:
 Bits per second = 115200 (115.2Kbps)
 Data bits = 8
 Stop bits = 1Commands for wired networking:The <ipvX> variable in the following commands is either
ipv4 or ipv6, depending on the type of IP protocol you are
configuring.

2. Connect the other end to a computer's Ethernet port.
3. On the connected computer, launch a web browser toaccess the PX2/PX3, using either link-local addressing:
pdu.local or 169.254.x.x. See Using a Web Browser (onpage 4). You CANNOT use the CLI for this connection.

To ignore it, simply press Enter.

IPv4
configuration
methodnetwork ipv4 interface <ETH>
configMethod <mode>

IPv6
configuration
methodnetwork ipv6 interface <ETH>
configMethod <mode>

Preferred hostname (optional)

network <ipvX> interface <ETH>
preferredHostName <name><mode> = dhcp (default) or static<mode> = automatic (default) or static<name> = preferred host name
IP address
returned by the
DNS server

network dns resolverPreference<resolver><resolver> = preferV4 or preferV6

Static IP configuration:

4. The PX2/PX3 prompts you to log in. Both user name andpassword are case sensitive.
a. Username: adminb. Password: raritan (or a new password if you havechanged it).
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To setUse this command

Static IPv4 or
IPv6 address

network <ipvX> interface <ETH>
address <ip address><ip address> = static IP address, with asyntax similar to the example below.

To set or
enableUse this command

EAP inner
authentication

network wireless
eapInnerAuthentication<inner_auth><inner_auth> = MSCHAPv2

Example: 192.168.7.9/24
Static IPv4 or
IPv6 gateway

network <ipvX> gateway <ip address>

IPv4 or IPv6
primary DNS
server

network dns firstServer <ip
address>

IPv4 or IPv6
secondary DNS
server

network dns secondServer <ip
address>

IPv4 or IPv6
third DNS
server

network dns thirdServer <ip
address><ip address> = gateway's IP address

Wirelessinterface

network wireless enabled <option><option> = true, or false

network wireless BSSID <bssid><bssid> = AP MAC address or none
network wireless enableHT <option><option> = true, or false

Authentication
methodnetwork wireless authMethod<method><method> = psk or eap

PSK

network wireless PSK <psk><psk> = PSK string

EAP outer
authentication

EAP CAcertificate

network wireless
eapOuterAuthentication<outer_auth>network wireless eapCACertificate
When prompted to enter the CA certificate,open the certificate with a text editor, copy
and paste the content into thecommunications program.

The content to be copied from the CA certificate does NOT
include the first line containing "BEGIN CERTIFICATE" and thefinal line containing "END CERTIFICATE." If a certificate is
installed, configure the following:

Whether to

Use this command

Verify thecertificate

network wirelessenableCertVerification <option1>

network wireless SSID <ssid><ssid> = SSID string

network wireless eapPassword
When prompted to enter the password for
EAP authentication, type the password.

<ip address> = DNS server's IP address

Use this command

802.11n
protocolEAP password<ip address> = DNS server's IP address

To set or
enable

BSSID<identity> = your user name for EAPauthentication<ip address> = DNS server's IP address

 Commands for wireless networking: General wireless settings:

SSID

network wireless eapIdentity<identity>

EAP identity<option1> = true or false
network wirelessAccept an
expired or not allowOffTimeRangeCerts <option2>
valid certificate<option2> = true or false
Make theconnection
successful byignoring the"incorrect"
system time

network wirelessallowConnectionWithIncorrectClock<option3><option3> = true or false

Wireless IPv4 / IPv6 settings:

Commands for wireless IP settings are identical to those for
wired networking. Just replace the variable <ETH> with theword 'wireless'. The following illustrates a few examples.

<outer_auth> = PEAP
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To set or
enableUse this command

Supported Wireless LAN Configuration

IPv4
configuration
methodnetwork ipv4 interface WIRELESS
configMethod <mode>

If wireless networking is preferred, ensure that the wireless
LAN configuration of your PX2/PX3 matches the access point.
The following is the wireless LAN configuration that the
PX2/PX3 supports.

IPv6
configuration
methodnetwork ipv6 interface WIRELESS
configMethod <mode><mode> = dhcp (default) or static

Network type: 802.11 A/B/G/N
Protocol: WPA2 (RSN)
Key management: WPA-PSK, or WPA-EAP with PEAP
and MSCHAPv2 authenticationEncryption: CCMP (AES)<mode> = automatic (default) or static

To verify network settings:

After exiting the above configuration mode and the # prompt
re-appears, type this command to verify all network settings.






show network

Important: Supported 802.11 network protocols vary
according to the wireless LAN adapter being used with the
PX2/PX3. See USB Wireless LAN Adapters (on page 8).
QS RuleQS RuleAppendix B: Wireless LAN Information

Appendix C: Other Information

USB Wireless LAN Adapters

Installing the USB-to-Serial Driver (Optional)

The PX2/PX3 supports the following USB Wi-Fi LAN adapters.

The PX2/PX3 can emulate a USB-to-serial converter over a
USB connection. A USB-to-serial driver named "Dominion
PX2 Serial Console" is required for Microsoft® Windows®
operating systems.

Wi-Fi LAN adapters

Supported 802.11
protocols

SparkLAN WUBR-508N

A/B/G/N

Proxim Orinoco 8494

A/B/G

Zyxel NWD271N

B/G

Edimax EW-7722UnD

A/B/G/N

TP-Link TL-WDN3200 v1

A/B/G/N

There are two ways to install this driver: automatic andmanual installation. Automatic driver installation is highly
recommended.

Raritan USB WIFI

A/B/G/N

Note: To use the Edimax EW-7722UnD or Raritan USB WIFI
wireless LAN adapter to connect to an 802.11n wirelessnetwork, the handshake timeout setting must be changed to
500 or greater, or the wireless connection will fail.

Download the Windows driver for USB serial console from theRaritan website's Support page(http://www.raritan.com/support/). The downloaded driver's
name is dominion-serial-setup-<n>.exe, where <n>represents the file's version number.

Automatic driver installation in Windows®:

1. Make sure the PX2/PX3 is NOT connected to the computer
via a USB cable.
2. Run dominion-serial-setup-<n>.exe on the computer andfollow online instructions to install the driver.
Note: If any Windows security warning appears, accept it
to continue the installation.

Connecting the Wireless LAN Adapter
You can connect the wireless LAN adapter either to the PDU
or to a USB hub attached to the PDU.

3. Connect the PX2/PX3 to the computer via a USB cable. The
driver is automatically installed.

Note: Manual installation is required only if the automatic
installation fails. See the section titled "Installing theUSB-to-Serial Driver (Optional)" in the online help for manual
installation procedure.

To make a wireless connection:
Do one of the following:

Plug a supported USB wireless LAN adapter into the
USB-A port on your PX2/PX3.
Connect a USB hub to the USB-A port on the PX2/PX3.
Then plug the supported USB wireless LAN adapter
into the appropriate USB port on the hub.

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No additional drivers are required, but you must provide thename of the tty device, which can be found in the output of the"dmesg" after connecting the PX2/PX3 to the computer.

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Usually the tty device is "/dev/ttyACM#" or "/dev/ttyUSB#,"
where # is an integer number.

locations on your iX7™ may look different from the following
illustration.

For example, if you are using the kermit terminal program,and the tty device is "/dev/ttyACM0," perform the following
commands:> set line /dev/ttyACM0> connect

MAC Address
A label is affixed to the PX2/PX3, showing both the serial
number and MAC address.
QS RuleIf necessary, you can find its IP address through the MAC
address by using commonly-used network tools. Contact yourLAN administrator for assistance.

PX3 Replaceable Controller
The controller of a PX3 model is replaceable if it is broken.
Contact Raritan Technical Support when a replacement
controller is needed.
For detailed information on how to remove it, see the topic
titled "Replaceable Controller" in the PX3 online help.

iX7-Specific Features
PX3 with iX7™ controller supports the following significant
features, which are NOT supported by non-iX7 PX3 models.


Dual networking with two Ethernet ports (ETH1/ETH2):
Both Ethernet ports must connect to two "different"
subnets. Connection to the same subnet is NOT
recommended.

Power sharing via the EXPANSION port: Power sharing
ensures the continuous accessibility to the iX7™ controller
when a power failure occurs on its inlet.

For more information on dual Ethernet and power sharing
functionality, refer to PX3 online help or user guide. Port
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