Version 5.0.3 BETA – release notes

Supported devices:

  • PowerPDU 4PS, 4KS, 8QS, 8KS
  • PowerBOX 3PF, 3PE, 3PG, 4KF, 4KE, 4KG including WiFi versions
  • PowerCable 101F, 101E, 101G, 101S, 101Y, 101J, 2PZ, 2KZ
  • PowerDIN 4PZ

Changes:

Main system version 5.0.3 BETA

  • Added support for HTTPs web server
  • Added support for custom HTTPs certificate usage
  • Added support for temperature sensor
  • Faster & updated web GUI

Download Firmware package 5.0.3 BETA

BETA Version information:

This firmware is released as a beta version. It can be used in production environments once the required use case is tested before installation. If you need to upgrade a device deployed in a remote location, it is advisable to first test the configuration and update locally to ensure the system is working correctly.

Warning:

After upgrade to version 5.x.x the device cannot be downgraded to a lower firmware versions.

Known issues:

  • HTTPs Web server is not possible to run in paralel to NETIO Cloud. You have to choose only one of them.
  • Temperature sensor is supported only in MQTT-flex and JSON API
  • NETIO cloud pairing process need better reporting about connection and device status
  • Missing display of NR counter in GUI for every metered output
  • Import and Export of configuration possible only in HTTP mode.
  • Firmware update is possible only in HTTP mode.
  • Missing some log messages (e.g. output set from web ...)
  • Combination MQTT + SSL and HTTPs is sometimes unstable. Depending on size of MQTT server used certificates.
  • When connected to LAN and attempting to connect to WiFi, the WiFi driver may not connect after the first LAN disconnection. Repeated LAN connection and disconnection or a device restart may be needed.
  • In URL API is bug when setting up an password in GUI. Not possible to set up password.
  • API SMNP - Missing MIB file

Upgrading procedure & troubleshooting:

  1. Open/Install Mozilla Firefox web browser.
  2. Upgrade your device to firmware version 4.0.5 - 1.55, including the low-level system (this will cause a restart of the outputs). Download here.
  3. Wait until the device is responsive and working properly.
  4. Upgrade to firmware version 5.0.3 (this can take up to 5 minutes).
  5. Refresh the browser by pressing CTRL+F5 (or click to reload).
  6. Try to log in with your credentials.
  7. If you are able to log in, skip to step 15. If you are not able to log in, go to the next step.
  8. Open the web address: http://<DEVICE IP>/update.html
    update_no_login.png
  9. Fill in your credentials and click on the "Login" button.
  10. Check if you see the message "Logged in."
    update_logged_in.png
  11. Select the No-Output-Restart firmware package file from this archive.
    update_package.png
  12. Click on the "Start Update" button and wait 5 minutes (there is no progress bar, you will need to wait).
  13. After 5 minutes, try to open the device web page: http://<DEVICE IP>
  14. Try to log in with your credentials (it should work now; if not, contact support).
  15. Check your setup and device functionality in your system.

In case of any problems or questions contact the support at support@netio.eu.

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