American Power Conversion MX28B400 Remote Monitoring, Description, Physical Connections

5 Remote Monitoring

5.1. Description

Remote monitoring and control of the dc power system is accomplished through the use of the optional APC Network Management card. This card is a separate module mounted into the top panel of the system controller module.

Complete documentation for the use of the management card accompanies the power system in the form of a small Quick Start Guide and a CD. The CD contains electronic copies of User’s Manuals along with the necessary software utilities to support the management function.

5.2. Physical Connections

The management card has a RJ-45 connector to support a TCP/IP protocol over a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN). The 9-pin D-shell connector uses the special RS- 232 cable (APC part number 940-0024C) to allow local access through a Terminal Emulation program like HyperTerminal™ or Procomm™.

5.3. Command and Monitoring Protocol

Refer to the User’s Guides and associated documentation provided on the management card CD for the details on installation and use of the various communication protocols and command settings.

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