Powerware IPK-0318, IPK-0320, IPK-0319 manual Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter is a network adapter for your uninterruptible power system (UPS) that provides both SNMP and HTTP compatibility, as well as advanced communication with true RS-232.

The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter is available in two models: and internal for UPSs with a BestDock slot and external for connection to the UPS serial port. Both models can connect to a twisted-pair Ethernet (10baseT) network using an RJ-45 connector.

SNMP-compatible network management software (user-supplied) may be used to monitor the UPS in a method similar to that of other network devices. Others may wish to use a web browser such as NetscapeZ or Microsoft9 Internet Explorer to monitor and manage the connected UPS.

The adapter also supports remote monitoring and shutdown from UPS-protected computer systems. NetWatch client software for use with a BestLink Adapter is supplied on the Invensys Software Suite CD or on the web at www.powerware.com. Client software is available for Windows995/98/NT/2000, Novell9NetWare9and various versions of UNIX9. These programs communicate through TCP/IP with the BestLink Adapter and automatically shutdown the protected system during extended power outages.

In addition, the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter has the following features:

:Configuration from serial port, telnet, or HTTP web browser.

:Management from HTTP web browser or SNMP management software.

:Supports MIB_II and BestLink MIB (bestpwr2.mib) management information bases.

:Firmware upgradable from a Windows utility via a network connection.

:Scheduling function to control UPS shutdowns and startups.

:History log files (data and events) for recording power problems.

:UPS status information available to registered NetWatch clients for automatic shutdown of Windows 95/98/NT/2000, Novell NetWare, and UNIX.

:E-mail notification of changes in the UPS status.

BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter User’s Guide : LTM-1343 B Draft 10/03/2001 1