5000 VA models:
Terminal Mode is a menu driven interface that enables enhanced configuration of the UPS. Connect the serial cable to the serial port on the back of the UPS.
When using PowerChute® Network Shutdown software:
1.Open a terminal program. Example: HyperTerminal
•From the Desktop, go to Start => Programs => Accessories => Communication =>HyperTerminal.
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•Follow the prompts to choose a name and select an icon. Disregard the message, “...must install a modem,” if it is displayed. Click OK.
•Select the COM port that is connected to your UPS. The port settings are:
bits per second - 2400 data - bits 8
parity - none stop bit - 1
flow control - none
•Press Enter
3.Example for setting the number of external battery packs (SURT192XLBP):
Once the blank terminal window is open, follow these steps to enter the number of battery packs:
•Press Enter to initiate terminal mode. Press Enter multiple times, until the prompt User Name: is displayed. Follow the prompts. Type slowly, waiting until each character appears on the screen prior to typing the next character.
Web/SNMP Card defaults:
•User Name: apc
•Password: apc
•Press 1 and Enter to select Device Manager.
•Select the model by entering the corresponding number, then press ENTER.
•Press 3 and Enter to select Configuration.
•Press 1 and Enter to select Battery.
•Press 2 and Enter to change the Battery Settings.
•Type in the number of external battery packs (four battery modules per pack), then press Enter. (Number of packs: 1= internal battery module, 2 = 1 SURT192XLBP, 3 = 2 SURT192XLBP, etc.)
•Press 3 and Enter to accept the changes.
•Press ESC multiple times (5) to return to the main menu.
•Press 4 and Enter to log out.
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