When plugging in servers (or any other equipment or devices) into the unit’s provided outlets, if the unit resides in a datacenter in los angeles, ca and yuo are currently away from the office in dallas, tx, all that is needed for a restart / power cycle / turn on-off is to login to this unit’s admin web interface with the static/dedicated ip address that you assign to this unit. Remote power distribution and control for network administrators, co-location facilities, isps, and applications where remote control of outlets are required.Brand new in original sealed packaging. Switched pdu masterswitch remote power switch reboot ip power strips & distribution. Instantly restart, reboot, power cycle, turn on/off equipment in remote locations. One administrator login user/pass for web login. Turn off/on any individual potr with the provided one admin login. Auto-ping is included on this unit for regular ping intervals to ensure equipment is always up and running. This unit can automatically restart any individual port that is down. Compatible with all us power requirements. Input power cable plug is nema 5-15. Output receptacles (outlets) are nema 5-15. Sequential power-up feature starts equipment in the right order and prevents circuit overloads. Industrial strength fan integrated to cool internally, internal power source with quality power cable, and rugged overall design. 8 ports (also known as outlets) are switched, while 2 additional ports/outlets are given for always-on equipmnet that do not require this. There is a total of 10 outlets on this unit. Powerful password sceurity includes one administrator user/pass web login. This switched pdu unit is great for power distribution and control for network administrators, colocation facilities, isps, and applications where remote control of oultets is required. Actual size of switched pdu unit is 13in width x 8in length x 1.5in depth. A programmable delay timer allows outlets to be switched on in sequence, rather than simultaneously. Most electrical devices draw omre power when they are initially switched on. PUgrade flash via ethernet as new features become available. Save time, eliminate service calls, save power. Switch pcs, servers, routers, lighting, even industrial machinery via the web!