In an increasingly technology-driven world, there ultimately will be failures of that technology in one way or another. When talking about connectivity, specifically internet connectivity, there is a single simple troubleshooting step that resolves a majority of issues. What is that step? A reboot! Consider the last time you had to call your internet provider because there was an issue, what is the first thing they ask you to do? A reboot or power cycle of a modem or router will oftentimes solve connectivity issues without any further troubleshooting required. If you are on-site with the equipment that needs to be rebooted this is simple, but what happens when remote equipment fails? Enter the 5Gstore Remote Power Switches.
Two Outlet Remote Power Switch (Item on 5Gstore website)
The 5Gstore Remote Power Switches are simple devices that will automatically power-cycle nearly any equipment when internet connectivity is lost. The setup is simple with an ethernet connection from the Remote Power Switch to the network you want to monitor. Plug the equipment into the Power Switch that you want to power-cycle, like a modem or router, and enable the UIS feature of the Power Switch. If the internet connection drops, the switch will power off, then back on, the connected equipment. The Switch will then allow time for the equipment to reboot completely, and then check for internet connectivity again. All of this happens completely automatically without any user intervention required.
For the business owner, the Remote Power Switch is a money saver. Any remote equipment that requires an internet connection should have a Power Switch installed alongside it. Instead of a truck roll to remote equipment, which costs time and money, the Switch will try to reboot equipment first to bring it back online.
Cloud Management by App and Browser
The 5Gstore Remote Power switches also support Cloud4UIS, which is a cloud based management system accessible via any internet connected web browser, or mobile application on iOS and Android. Cloud4UIS allows users to monitor the status of the Switch itself, as well as the power state of the outlet. Users can also manually control remote outlets for devices other than modems and routers. 5Gstore customers have used the Power Switch for lighting, garage door openers and gates, thermostats, and more. The Remote Power Switch also supports power schedules, which will turn remote equipment on or off based on set dates and times.
Single Outlet Remote Power Switch (Item on 5Gstore website)
There are two versions of the 5Gstore Remote Power Switch; the Single Outlet Switch and Two Outlet Switch. The Single Outlet Switch is a ‘set-it and forget-it device that doesn’t feature heavy customization. Ping targets can not be manually configured on this version so it is ideal for monitoring internet connectivity and rebooting a modem, router, or modem/router combo. Up to 5 scheduled events can be created on the Single Outlet Remote Power Switch, along with the automated reboots based on internet connectivity.
Dual Outlet Remote Power Switch
The Two Outlet Power switch supports up to 20 scheduled events, along with the automated reboot feature. Five custom ping targets can be configured, and targets can be assigned to individual outlets, or assigned to both. A modem could be plugged into outlet one, a separate router into outlet two, and the power cycles can be staggered so the modem has time to come online before the router.
The Two Outlet Switch also supports email notifications for alerting of automatic events so you are never in the dark when it comes to remote device status. The Two Outlet Switch also supports Dynamic DNS for remote access and administration, as well as the ability to change the local web admin port for maximum flexibility when deployed in large networks.
Replaceable Fuse (Item on 5Gstore Site)
Both models of the Remote Power Switch support a maximum of 10Amps, and a replaceable fuse protects equipment from damage. Any networking equipment, modems, routers, industrial PCs, and more, can be remotely power cycled. Things like electric heaters and AC units aren’t recommended without checking the rating of the device.
Whether you are a user that needs to power-cycle a modem or router to regain internet connectivity, a business looking to automatically or remotely reset equipment, or need to create a power schedule for equipment, the 5Gstore Remote Power Switch can do the job.
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