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5.1 Power Monitoring Software
The UPSMON series software (or other power monitoring software) is applied standard
RS-232 interface to perform monitoring functions, and then provides an orderly shutdown of a
computer in the event of power failure. Moreover, UPSMON displays all the diagnostic
symptoms on monitor, such as Voltage, Frequency, Battery level and so on. The software is
available for DOS, Windows 3.1x, Windows 95/97/2000/ME/XP, Windows NT or later, Novell
Netware, Linux and others. Call your dealer for more information on computer OS compatible
solutions.
5.2 Interface Kits
A series of interface kits is available for operation systems that provide UPS monitoring. Each
interface kit includes the special interface cable required to convert status signals from the
UPS into signals which individual operating system recognize. The interface cable at UPS
side must be connected to REMOTE PORT, at computer side can be either COM 1 or COM
2. The other installation instructions and powerful features please refer to READ.ME file.
5.3 The characteristics of computer interface port
The computer interface port has the following characteristics:
The communication port on the back of the UPS may be connected to host
computer. This port allows the computer to monitor the status of the UPS and
control the operation of the UPS in some cases. Its major functions normally
include some or all of the following:
To broadcast a warning when power fails.
To close any open file before the battery is exhausted.
To turn-off the UPS.
Some computers are equipped with a special connector to link with the
communication port. In addition, special plug-in cord may be needed. Some
computers may need special UPS monitoring software. Contact your dealer for
the details on the various interface Kits.
Attention:
UPSMON software and interface port function just available for model name
with “P” affix. The standard RS-232 cable (pin to pin D-SUB 9 pin cable) can be connected
between UPS REMOTE PORT and computer COM port for the UPSMON series software.
UPSMON software can be free download from http:// www. pcmups .com.tw
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