Using the IBM DPI Configuration Utility

You can configure the PDU+ by using a workstation or notebook computer that is connected to the PDU+. Connect the DB9-to-RJ-45 cable provided with the PDU+ to the RJ-45 console connector on the PDU+, and to a RS-232 serial (COM) connector on a workstation or notebook computer.

The following options are shown on the Configuration Utility main menu:

IBM DPI Settings

When you select IBM DPI Settings, the IBM DPI Configuration Utility window is displayed with the following options:

Set the IP Address, Gateway Address and MIB System Group

View and change the IP address, date, time, and MIB system information.

Set IBM DPI Control Group

Set the administrator user name, password, and access protocols.

Set Write Access Managers

Set up a list of users who can access and control the PDU+.

Set Trap Receivers

Configure remote network management system (NMS) servers to receive traps.

Set Date and Time

Adjust the date and time information for the PDU+.

Set Superuser Name and Password

Set the user name and password of the administrator who will use a web browser to configure the PDU+.

E-mail Notification

Set up a list of users who will be alerted with event messages if an unusual event is triggered on the PDU+ system.

Set Multi-Users

Configure other user and password logins and the read and write access levels.

Set IBM DPI Information

Configure the PDU+ logging interval, refresh rate, and custom name fields for the load groups.

Settings and Event Log Summary

View all PDU+ configuration settings.

Reset Configuration to Default

Reset all system settings to their factory default values.

Restart HD-PDU

Restart the PDU+.

To set the IP address, complete the following steps: