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Version: IPS265T_2.0.2  150210 

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System Specifications:

Approximate dimensions:

16in (41cm) x 7in (18cm) x 14in (35cm)

 

Approximate weight:

12

lb (5.4 kg)

Power: 

100-240VAC

IPS265T: 45-60W (typical)
IPS275T: 60-75W (typical)

Operating environment:

 

Clean and dust free, 
Proper air circulation around unit,
3in (7.62cm) ventilation clearance,
32° - 90°F (0° - 33°C) non-condensing

System Administration Requirements:

PC with modern OS. 
(Linux™, MacOS™ or Windows™)
A network port and an up-to-date version of 
Firefox

™ 

or Chrome

 web browser.

 

Network Requirement:

10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet,
Internet connection required for email 
notifications, time synchronization, updates and 
off-site backups

Summary of Contents for IPS265T

Page 1: ...IPS265T IPS275T TimeIPS Server Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...sed in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measur...

Page 3: ... employees a way to clock in and out The initial configuration will require a computer monitor and keyboard PS 2 or USB to set the IP address of the server We recommend a monitor with a 1024x768x60Hz or 1280x1024x60Hz resolution with a VGA cable Other video modes may or may not be supported Once an IP address is set use any computer with a web browser on your network to access and manage TimeIPS N...

Page 4: ...ve installation questions All TimeIPS servers and clocks should be installed in an indoor location out of direct sunlight meeting the temperature requirements listed on the back cover of this guide Possible Primary and Remote Facility Installation Existing Ethernet 10 100 Network Existing Ethernet 10 100 Network Primary Facility Administration and Reporting Password Protected Side Door Front Door ...

Page 5: ...s the TimeIPS server should be configured with a static IP address on your LAN Additional network clocks can be set to static IP addresses or can be dynamically addressed with DHCP Network clocks send a broadcast packet to look for a server on the same subnet Clocks on different networks or subnets will need to be manually configured this is done through the menu or by visiting http IP address of ...

Page 6: ...eep clear for air circulation Power Cord Connect to 115VAC For 230VAC flip voltage selector switch Voltage Selection Select 115 or 230VAC Master Power Switch Shipped in the off or 0 position PS 2 Port Connect to PS 2 keyboard for initial setup and maintenance VGA Port Connect to VGA monitor for initial setup and maintenance USB Ports Connect to USB keyboard for initial setup and maintenance Networ...

Page 7: ...pending on its model year Network Port Connect to your network with an RJ 45 Cable USB Ports Connect to USB keyboard for initial setup and maintenance VGA Port Connect a monitor for initial setup and maintenance PS 2 Port Connect to PS 2 keyboard for initial setup and maintenance Cooling Vents Keep clear for air circulation Master Power Switch Shipped in the off or 0 position Power Cord Connect to...

Page 8: ...B keyboard if needed Power Button System will automatically power on when AC power is applied Pressing this button when the system is running will cause a forced shutdown Use only when proper shutdown methods cannot be used Power Button System will automatically power on when AC power is applied Pressing this button when the system is running will cause a forced shutdown Use only when proper shutd...

Page 9: ...erver into a UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply TimeIPS servers are relatively low power devices A UPS with a minimum rating of 700VA is recommended for maximum power stability and moderate run time TimeIPS servers have support for communicating with most APC brand Smart UPS units with USB data cables The signals from these UPS units allow TimeIPS to log and report power outages and perform a clean ...

Page 10: ...his menu and the server will continue to boot normally When the boot process is complete you should see the administration console Your server is set to automatically obtain an IP address from your network via DHCP by default To see the IP address of your TimeIPS server look toward the bottom of the administration console under Current Settings If your DHCP server responds quickly the table should...

Page 11: ...re to select Apply Pending Network Settings to save your changes If you would like to specify an NTP server you will have to use the web interface see option A above If you have set your server to a static IP address you can change it back to DHCP if necessary A Through the administration console select Revert to DHCP and press Enter Select Apply Pending Network Settings and press Enter You can no...

Page 12: ...assistance with further configuration and use of TimeIPS please visit our support web site at http support timeips com If you do not find the information you need there call our Technical Support department at 316 264 1600 IMPORTANT During the configuration process we recommend you update the server and set a static IP address These two functions can also be done at a later time under the Administ...

Page 13: ...le and or reconnected it use the arrow keys on your keyboard to select Apply Pending Network Settings and press Enter Check the IP address listed under Current Settings once more to see the IP address TimeIPS has received 3 If you have set a static IP address on the server verify the IP address settings under Current Settings on the administration console If you continue to have trouble connecting...

Page 14: ...rk to re enter and re create The TimeIPS off site backup service is designed for businesses looking for password protected automatic off site backups at an affordable price Utilizing our off site backup service will allow a TimeIPS server to be rebuilt using the data from the last available backup file on our secure servers in the unlikely event of system malfunction data corruption or loss A back...

Page 15: ... as shown on your monitor For example if the address on the monitor begins with 169 254 ___ ___ then your PC must also have a 169 254 ___ ___ IP address with a netmask of 255 255 0 0 in order to connect to the TimeIPS server The last two numbers you choose should be a number between 1 and 254 If you need to change your PC s IP address to reach the TimeIPS server you will need to find instructions ...

Page 16: ...port website http support timeips com Support e mail support timeips com Support phone number 316 264 1600 This manual is copyright 2004 2015 TimeIPS Inc TimeIPS and the TimeIPS logos are registered trademarks of TimeIPS Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Thank you for reading this manual carefully If you noticed errors have any suggestions or found typographical ...

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