How can I remotely access my ups system?
Most UPS systems will feature an EPO shutdown input contact but for some applications and second system input may be required. UPS systems can also be remotely monitored via modem connection and some UPS manufacturers offer locally powered modem using GSM cards or local IP-networks. Wireless modems and SNMP card options may also be available.
What is a ups access point location?
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Why do I need remote monitoring for my ups?
The UPS system must be remotely monitored so that any alarm conditioners are picked up instantaneously and responded to. Today’s uninterruptible power supplies offer a range of remote monitoring options including:
What is out-of-box free remote ups monitoring?
Out-of-box free remote UPS monitoring is included for all new devices during warranty, enabling you to view the status of your UPS through a secure web portal.
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What is UPS software?
The software may be in the form of UPS management software or UPS engineering software. UPS management software allows the UPS to be monitored via a computer with status information and alarm messages being displayed on the computer itself.
What are the different types of UPS?
There are three types of UPS system: standby, line interactive and on-line. Standby UPS are the most basic and cheapest form and may only be supplied with a USB communications port (to reduce costs). Line interactive and on-line UPS may have both USB and RS232 ports. Line interactive and on-line uninterruptible power supplies designed ...
What is a JBUS?
Modbus and JBUS are industrial communications protocols using RS232 and/or RS485 signals. They provide more communications information than simple volt-free contacts but for industrial rather than IP-network applications (which require SNMP ). Suitable UPS systems can be installed with a Modbus/ JBUS adapter card.
Do UPS systems need to be remotely monitored?
The UPS system must be remotely monitored so that any alarm conditioners are picked up instantaneously and responded to. Today’s uninterruptible power supplies offer a range of remote monitoring options including: Most UPS have an RS232 and/or USB communication port.
Can an UPS card have an EPO?
Other UPS adapter cards can include serial duplexers that can provide more than one RS232 signal source from a single UPS system and additional Emergency Power Off ( EPO) contacts. Most UPS systems will feature an EPO shutdown input contact but for some applications and second system input may be required.
