As part of our continued efforts to make the WattBox 800 Series the best power solution for pros, we are releasing firmware version 2.1.2.0.
Improved Over-Current Protection
This update increases the capabilities and performance of the 800 Series WattBox models listed below. We have improved the Over-Current Protection (OCP) feature by modifying the settings to ensure high current amplifiers do not falsely trip this feature, allowing for compatibility with more components. This firmware updates the OCP parameters, allowing for wider in-rush (Instantaneous Over-Current) and constant thresholds (Constant Over-Current), decreasing the instances of OCP tripping and turning outlets off.
PDU Restart Correction When Paired with a UPS
Additionally, we have addressed a bug that was making PDUs “remember” their last state when pairing an 800 Series PDU with a UPS. If the UPS is configured to shut down outlets before the battery drains and the battery completely drains, the PDU would remember the last state of those outlets being off and not turn them back on when power returns. This bug only happened to outlets that were set to “enabled.” With this update, outlets will now reset to their proper setting and the PDU will power back on when power is restored, even if the UPS battery is completely drained. This eliminates the need to manually press power to restore the PDU to its original state.
Additional Enhancements
- In “Device Activities,” added outlet name and whether executed from local UI or control system API for outlet on, off, or reset actions
- Security improvements, including enhanced security surrounding HTTPS and SSH functionality
- Added API command to support “Exit” session (see API v2.4)
Resolved Issues
- Made the firmware update process more robust
- Fixed cosmetic issues in local UI
Models Affected:
- WB-800-IPVM-6
- WB-800-IPVM-12
- WB-800VPS-IPVM-12
- WB-800VPS-IPVM-18
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