APC AP9607 manual Master server is a server connected to the Advanced, PowerChute plus

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Key Concepts continued

Master server	A “master” server is a server connected to the (Advanced)
versus Interface	computer interface port of the UPS. This server uses
Expander	PowerChute plus, configured for smart signaling, to moni-
servers	tor and control the UPS. Although the Advanced port on the
	UPS can provide simple signaling, we strongly recommend
	using it for smart signaling with the advanced capabilities of
	PowerChute plus.
	Servers connected to the Basic ports of the Interface
	Expander use simple signaling with PowerChute or
	PowerChute plus to provide UPS shutdown capabilities and
	advanced notification features. If you are running
	PowerChute plus on these servers, you must configure it for
	simple signaling. See “Configuring PowerChute plus for
	simple signaling” on page 9.

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Contents Interface Expander Thank You Contents Connection procedure Connecting the Interface Expander Introduction On next Hardware Software Requirements By the Interface Expander. When ordering a cable, provide Part NumberProduct Description Status Description Simple Signaling Smart Signaling Key ConceptsCommunication Types PowerChute plus, configured for smart signaling, to moni UPS can provide simple signaling, we strongly recommendPowerChute plus Expander use simple signaling with PowerChute orSignaling. Use either one of these procedures UPS and continue with the installation, includingReboot of the system Run PowerChute plus and connect to the UPSInterface Expander generates a Low Battery signal Less of whether the UPS is on battery. The InterfaceExpander generates a Low Battery signal under certain Other conditions according to the configured shutdownKey Concepts Multiple SmartSlot Installation Multiple SmartSlot Installation Multiple SmartSlot Installation Installation Orient the Interface Expander to fit the accessory Slot. Slide the Interface Expander all the way intoSlot until the front panel is flush with the back Panel of the UPS or deviceConnecting to Protected Devices Described in Connection procedure on Configuring the Interface Expander Some versions of PowerChute plus do not support Con Firmed shutdown mode when set up for simple signalingPowerChute plus installation directory. To find out Whether your version of PowerChute plus supports ConIf power returns before any connected server has signaled UPS before all connected servers have signaled shutUPS battery is exhausted, shutting down the UPS after Low Battery Signal Time has elapsedExpander allows the UPS to run on battery until utility Power is restored, or until the battery is exhausted. IfInterface Expander detects a UPS Low Battery condition, it Equal to the Low Battery Signal Time and then shuts downTesting Interface Expander Warranty Information Claims by third parties, or otherwise. This warranty gives Purpose. Some jurisdictions do not permit limitation orExclusion of implied warranties therefore, the aforesaid Specifically, APC is not liable for any costs, such as lostTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution For problems not covered in the troubleshooting chart see Troubleshooting on page 26, or if the problemPersists, follow this procedure Lem. a technician will help solve the problem overLife-Support Policy Specifications Assignments Specification Interface ExpanderIndex Index Y, Z Page Application of Coun Cil Directives Standards to WhichConformity is DeclaredW. a p c c . c o m