Interworld Electronics PWR-RMT-RBT AC power switch

Interworld Electronics’ PWR-RMT-RBT is a network-attached, IP-addressed, web-controlled AC power switch. Anyone with a web browser can access the switch to remotely perform power on, off or power cycle (reboot).

Web browser access to the PWR-RMT-RBT is password protected for security and separate passwords can be configured for user and administrator access.

The power switch features IEC320 connections and is compatible with power mains worldwide. Dual ethernet jacks and a built-in 10/100 switch make installation easy. By using the internal ethernet switch, both the PWR-RMT-RBT and the device being power controlled can be daisy-chained on the same ethernet cable.

In addition to the web browser control, the power switch features several other means to operate automatically or under computer control.
The auto-ping feature allows the reboot switch to automatically detect failed equipment and perform a timed reboot. Users set any IP address to be periodically pinged. When PWR-RMT-RBT no longer detects a ping response from the address, the programmed power control function is actuated.

The ‘heartbeat’ feature is like the auto-ping in reverse. It uses a periodic message sent to the PWR-RMT-RBT from a device. When that message is not received, the power switch will perform the programmed power control function.

The device can also be controlled directly via messages sent via TCP. This feature allows programmers to add power control directly to their application and build automated scripts in any language to operate the PWR-RMT-RBT.

The power switch can be used to switch on, off or reboot any device. The device to be power controlled need not be network attached. Users can reboot routers, servers, kiosks, etc, and secure sensitive devices by keeping them powered off when not in use. When not required, users can power down equipment to reduce energy costs or switch on alert devices such as sirens, lamps and messaging systems or remotely control environmental systems like heaters, coolers and pumps.