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Chapter 6: PowerGate2
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Latched Power to Outlets
The PowerGate2 design features latching power circuits. Each outlet remains latched ON as long
as power is applied to the corresponding input. This holds true even if main power to the unit is
removed. This allows you to pass power from a UPS through the PowerGate2 to your equipment,
without worrying about the PowerGate2 losing power.
PowerGate2 Setup via the IMS ConsoleView Software
The PowerGate2 will automatically be recognized by the IMS Host or Node. Within the IMS tree
structure an entry called PowerGate2 will appear within the submenu of the Host and/or Node. To
expand the Host or Node submenus you must click the box with the plus sign next to the appropri -
ate Host or Node. The figure below shows the menu location of a PowerGate2 connected to a Host.
Figure 8: PowerGate2 in Hierarchy
To assign labels to the PowerGate2, right-click on PowerGate2 . The following screen will appear:
Figure 9: PowerGate2 Setup
Assign a name to the PowerGate2 that describes its location. Also, assign labels to each outlet
which describes the device plugged into that outlet. This information will be critical when it comes
time to reboot a device. You can also assign voice messages to the PowerGate2 and each outlet.
The voice messages will allow you to control equipment via telephone using touch-tones. Use the
Voice Message programming screen to record your messages.
Switching Outlets using the IMS ConsoleView Software
To switch an outlet from the IMS ConsoleView Software, left-click on the word PowerGate2 within
the menu tree. The screen below will appear. Click on the “name” or number of the outlet you
wish to switch. In the figure, outlet 5 is selected. Multiple outlets can be switched at the same