User`s manual

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KEVIN KU 第 18 頁 2003/3/4

OFTWARE OPTIONS AND

OMPUTER

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5.1 Power Monitoring Software

The UPS-MON 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, UPS-MON 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 95/98/2000, Windows NT V3.5/4.0 or later,

Novell Netware 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.

CAUTION

: Use only factory supplied or authorized UPS monitoring cable!

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.