7Interfaces and Communication

7.1Computer Interface RS232

For the control of the UPS and convenient reading of status messages and measured values, various interfaces are available. The interface protocol is designed for operation with the "CompuWatch" shutdown and UPS management software from AEG. Use the supplied RS232 communication cable to connect your PC. Plug the cable into a corresponding serial port on your PC.

RS232 interface: The RS232 is connected via the 9-pin Sub-D socket strip on the back of the unit (no. 8, p. 27/28). Pin assignment: 2 = TxD; 3 = RxD; 5 = GND.

7.2Communication Slot

On the back of the UPS, there is a cover (see p. 27/2828, no. 7). When this is removed, additional, optionally available communication components can be installed there, e.g.:

AS/400 board: Slot board with status messages, realised via potential-free relay contacts

USB board: Slot board for communication via USB

SNMP board: Slot board for direct connection of the UPS to the Ethernet network with RJ 45 (TCP/IP)

Details can be found in the description enclosed with the particular optional component. Other boards in preparation.

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Using the communication slot deactivates the

RS232 interface from chapter 7.1.

 

7.3Shutdown and UPS Management Software

The "CompuWatch" software specially developed for these purposes by AEG continuously checks the mains supply and the UPS status.

In conjunction with the “intelligent” UPS, this guarantees the availability of the EDP components as well as the data security.

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