TERMINAL MODE TO CONFIGURE UPS PARAMETERS
3000/5000 VA models:
Terminal Mode is a menu driven interface that enables enhanced configuration of the UPS. Connect the serial cable from the computer to the serial com connector on the back of the UPS.
1.EXIT the PowerChute Business Edition using the following steps:
•From the Desktop, go to Start => Settings => Control Panel => Administrative Tools =>
Services.
•Select APC PCBE Server and APC PCBE Agent – right click the mouse and select Stop.
2.Open a terminal program. Example: HyperTerminal
•From the Desktop, go to Start => Programs => Accessories => Communication =>HyperTerminal.
3.
•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:
9bits per second - 2400
9data - bits 8
9parity - none
9stop bit - 1
9flow control - none
•Press ENTER
4.Example for setting the number of external battery packs:
Once the blank terminal window is open, follow these steps to enter the number of battery packs:
•Press ENTER to initiate terminal mode. Follow the prompts:
•Press 1 to modify UPS Settings. Press e (or E) to modify the number of battery packs. ENTER the number of external battery packs.
Number of packs: 1= 1920 VAh, 2 = 3840 VAh, 3 = 5760 VAh, etc.
•Press ENTER.
•Follow the prompts.
5.Exit the terminal program.
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