QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Raritan PX3 and PX2Thank you for purchasing the Raritan intelligent power distribution unit (PDU) -- PX3 or PX2.
The intended use of PX2/PX3 is distribution of power to information technology equipment such as computers and communicationequipment 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 Raritan's Support page (http://www.raritan.com/support/). For moredetailed information on this release, see the latest release notes on the Support page.
Note: In this guide, PX3 refers to PX3 models with "iX7 ™" controller. For major differences between PX2 and PX3, see Appendix
C: PX3-Specific Features (on page 6).

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.
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.
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.

Zero U Size
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PX3 or PX2 PDU
Mounting screws, brackets and/or buttons
Cable retention clips for the inlet and/or outlets (for somemodels only)

1U and 2U Size
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PX3 or PX2 PDU
1U or 2U bracket pack and screws
Cable retention clips for the inlet (for some models only)

Note: An "optional" null-modem cable with DB9 connectors
on both ends (Raritan number: 254-01-0006-00) for PX2 may
be available per request. For PX3, use a third party
RJ45-to-DB9 adapter/cable instead of a null-modem cable.
QS RuleWARNING! 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.
QS RuleUnpacking the PX2/PX3
PX2/PX3 comes in Zero U, 1U, and 2U sizes. The following
describes the equipment shipped with each size.
If any pieces are missing or damaged, report this to Raritan
Technical Support, or contact the Raritan partner where youpurchased the product.
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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 orhumidity. Allow sufficient space around the device forcabling and outlet connections. Safety instructions areprovided in the PX2/PX3 online help.
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.
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Mounting the PDU

3. Secure with the provided end cap screws.

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
Using the appropriate brackets and tools, fasten the 1U or 2U
device to the rack or cabinet.
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4. Fasten the rackmount brackets' ears to the rack using
your own fasteners.

To mount the PX2/PX3 device:

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

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.
To mount Zero U models using baseplates:

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

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

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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.
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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 PX3 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.


To connect a PDU to the power source:

1. Verify that all circuit breakers on the PX2/PX3 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.
Note: Not all models have overcurrent protectors.
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 powers up, it proceeds with the power-on
self test and software loading for a few moments. At thistime, the outlet LEDs cycle through different 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.

QS RuleInitial Network Configuration
Depending on your networking environment, the best method
to initially configure your PX2/PX3 differs.
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For a DHCP IPv4 networking environment, see Using a

Web Browser (on page 4).
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For an IPv6 or "static" IPv4 networking environment, see

Appendix A: Configuration via a Mobile Device or
PDView (on page 5).
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.
PX3's IP address is available using the front panel display.
PX2's IP address is available by connecting an iOS or Android
mobile device to PX2.

PX3 Models
The PX3 front panel display is similar to the diagram below.

Note: A PX2-1000 or PX3-1000 PDU does not have outlet
LEDs so only the front panel display illuminates.
QS RuleConnecting the PDU to Your Network
PX2/PX3 can be connected to a wired or wireless network.

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1. Pressorto show the "Main Menu."

2. Pressorto select "Device Info," and press

To make a wired connection:

1. Connect a standard network patch cable to the Ethernet
port on the PX2/PX3.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your LAN.
Note: The "green" Ethernet port labeled "ETH 10/100/1000"
supports up to 1000 Mbps so it is highly recommended for
network connection. If connecting both ports to the LAN, youmust connect them to two "different" subnets. If you are notsure whether the device is connected to the same or different
subnets, contact your IT department.
To make a wireless connection:

1. Connect an appropriate USB wireless LAN adapter to the
PDU.
2. Make sure the wireless LAN configuration is supported byyour PDU. See Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information(on page 6).
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To retrieve the IP address:.
3. Pressordisplayed.

until the device's IP address is

PX2 Models
1. Download Raritan's app, PDView, to your mobile device.
See Step 1: Download the "PDView" App (on page 5).
2. Connect the mobile device to PX2's USB port -- iOS via
USB-A, or Android via USB-B. See Step 2: Connect the
Mobile Device to PX2/PX3 (on page 5).
3. Launch PDView to access the PX2 web interface. See Step
3: Launch PDView (on page 6).

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4. Choose Maintenance > Device Information. Click 'Network'
to check the IP address.
Alternative: The DHCP-assigned IP address can be also
retrieved through the PDU's MAC Address., which is shown on
the PDU's label. To use this method, contact your LAN
administrator for assistance.

Step 2: Log in to the PX2/PX3 Web Interface
The PX2/PX3 supports common web browsers, including
Microsoft Internet Explorer®, Mozilla Firefox®, and Google®
Chrome.
To access the PX2/PX3 web interface:

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

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, or outlet thresholds.
Note: Detailed instructions are available in the PX2 or PX3
online help or user guide.
QS RuleAppendix A: Configuration via a Mobile Device or
PDView
An iOS or Android mobile device, such as a smartphone ortablet, can function as a local display of PX2/PX3. Note that
the Android device must support USB "On-The-Go" (OTG), or
this function does not work.

Step 1: Download the "PDView" App2. Accept any security warnings that may appear.
3. Type the default user credentials and click Login.

Raritan's app "PDView" is required for the mobile device tofunction as a local display. It is a free app.

User name: admin

Password: raritan

1. Visit either Apple App or Google Play Store.
 https://itunes.apple.com/app/raritan-pdview/id780382

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.

To download PDView:

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It is highly recommended to change the default password.
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Make sure the new password is noted down and kept in asecure place.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rar
itan.android.pdview

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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.
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: You can enable both wired and wireless networking
so that the PX2/PX3 can be accessed via either wired or
wireless IP address.

2. Install PDView.

Step 2: Connect the Mobile Device to PX2/PX3The USB cable and USB port to connect are determined byyour mobile operating system.
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To connect your mobile device to PX2/PX3:

1. Get an appropriate USB cable for your mobile device.
 iOS: Use the regular USB cable shipped with your iOS
mobile device.
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Android: Use an USB OTG adapter cable.
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the PX2/PX3.
 iOS: USB-A port.
 Android: USB-B port

Wi-Fi LAN adapters

Supported 802.11
protocols

Edimax EW-7722UnD

A/B/G/N

TP-Link TL-WDN3200 v1

A/B/G/N

Raritan USB WIFI

A/B/G/N

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

Step 3: Launch PDView

You can access the PX2/PX3 web interface via PDView to viewor change the settings.

Plug a supported USB wireless LAN adapter into the
USB-A port on your PX2/PX3.

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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.

To access the PX2/PX3 web interface:

1. Launch PDView on your mobile device.
2. Wait until PDView detects the connected PX2/PX3 andshows the word "Connected" in green.
3. If the factory-default user credentials "admin/raritan"
remain unchanged, PDView automatically logs in to the
web interface of PX2/PX3.

Supported Wireless LAN Configuration
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.

If they have been changed, the login screen displays
instead and you must enter appropriate user credentials
for login.
4. (Optional) For initial login, you are prompted to change thepassword. See Step 2: Log in to the PX2/PX3 Web
Interface (on page 5).
5. Now you can view the data or change any PX2/PX3
settings.
For details, refer to the user guide or online help on
the Raritan website.

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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)

Tip 1: 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 6).
Tip 2: You must configure PX2/PX3 to enable its wireless
LAN interface. See the topic titled Configuring Network
Settings in the User Guide.

Appendix B: Wireless LAN Information
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Appendix C: PX3-Specific Features

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

Dual Networking and Power Sharing

Wi-Fi LAN adapters

Supported 802.11
protocols

PX3 with iX7™ controller supports the following significant
features.

SparkLAN WUBR-508N

A/B/G/N

Proxim Orinoco 8494

A/B/G

Zyxel NWD271N

B/G

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Both Ethernet ports must connect to two "different"
subnets. Connection to the same subnet is NOT
recommended.

Power sharing via the EXPANSION port:
6Power sharing ensures the continuous accessibility to thePX3 controller when a power failure occurs on its inlet.

The SENSOR port is marked with YELLOW color on a PX3PDU, as shown below.

For more information on dual Ethernet and power sharing
functionality, refer to PX3 online help or user guide. Port
locations on your PX3 may look different from the following
illustration.

Note: On a PX2 PDU, there is no yellow color shown on the
SENSOR port.

Threaded Grounding Point
If the PX2/PX3 model you purchased is designed to have athreaded grounding point, you can identify it via the grounding
symbol as shown below:

PX3 Replaceable Controller
PX3 Zero U model has a 'replaceable' controller. You canreplace the controller if it is broken. Contact Raritan
Technical Support when a replacement controller is needed.

Wire this point to an electrical system in order to protectively
ground the PX2/PX3.

For detailed information on how to remove it, refer to the
topic titled "Replaceable Controller" in the PX3 online help.

Additional Information
For more information about PX2/PX3 and the entire Raritan
product line, see Raritan's website (www.raritan.com). For
technical issues, contact Raritan Technical Support. See theContact Support page in the Support section on Raritan's
website for technical support contact information worldwide.
Raritan's products use code licensed under the GPL and LGPL. You can request
a copy of the open source code. For details, see the Open Source Software
Statement at(http://www.raritan.com/about/legal-statements/open-source-software-statement/) on Raritan's website.

Appendix D: More Information
Identifying the Sensor Port
Warning: If you purchase Raritan's environmental sensor
packages, make sure you connect them to the correct porton the PX2/PX3, or damages may be caused to PX2/PX3
and/or connected sensor packages.
 How to identify the SENSOR port: The correct port is labeled SENSOR.

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