I figured i could manage this by connecting via usb, and using the apc management software, but i cant seem to download it from apc. Smartups x 200022003000 va 9 general settings configure these settings at any time, using the display interface, apc powerchute software, or a network management card. The usb interface of this software is based on hid. Administrative access to the webbased graphical user interface gui of the ups, and. Nov 18, 2012 linux comes with gpl licensed open source apcupsd server daemon that can be used for power mangement and controlling most of apcs ups models on linux, bsd, unix and mswindows operating systems. Configuring apc smartups with ap9630 network cards an. An apc network management card must be configured with network settings before it can communicate on the network. Bought and popped a new battery in it, and i am ready to set it up. Apc powerchute plus software and ups accessories such as the apc websnmp management card ap9606 for network connectivity and the call upsii ap9608 remote management device.
Apcs powerchute software is designed to close the gap for this situation. Electronics free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Learn how to monitor ups status and events, and upgrade your ups firmware. How to enable snmp on apc ups devices auvik support. Once the terminal window is open, follow these steps to set the number of external battery packs surt192xlbp or surt192xlbpj. This video features the configuration of static ipv4 address in a network management card os a apc ups rt 6000.
Function factory default options description high transfer point low voltage to avoid unnecessary battery usage, set the transfer point higher if the utility voltage is. Apc smartups srt10krmxlt 0va rm 208v,cd with software, documentation cd, installation guide, rack mounting brackets, rack mounting hardware, rack mounting support rails, temperature probe, usb cable, warranty card additional information date first available march 14, 2020. For example, if you are running a serial version of apcs powerchute software, the apc ups service must be stopped prior to running the terminal program. Uninterruptible power supplies are the best way to protect your equipment from power failures, but limited runtimes mean that unless the power is restored before the battery pack is discharged, your system will still crash when the ups power is exhausted. Welcome to the apc smartconnect help center find out how to sign up and register your smartconnectcompatible ups devices. Problem is the apc device ip configuration utility does not find it on my network. Find the default login, username, password, and ip address for your apc ups router. The apc ups will receive an ip address automatically from the dhcp server. The server and the ups are connected with genuine apc serial signaling cable.
If nothing is selected, the until will use the default settings. For the purposes of todays article, were covering how to use an apc brand ups, though most other brands of ups will provide a similar software package that works the same way. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. Ups settings start up settings configure these settings at initial start up, using the display. Keep electronics working and offer surge protection when the power goes out with this apc ups device. Installing powerchute network shutdown v4 on windows schneider. For an apc ups, use the provided serial cable apc part number 9400024 or. With the correct cable attached, stop and restart the powerchute business edition agent service, apc pbe agent. Auvik can discover, monitor, and send you alerts on your apc uninterrupted power supplies ups. Apc ups setting the ip address in a network management card. The location of the label as well as letter and number sequences will vary by model and product type. Apc smart ups 1500va lcd 120v with smartconnect apc smart ups, 1. Apc ups serial port settings i simply want to connect to my apc sua3000 smart ups to configure the networking so that i can monitor its statistics remotely.
First, you need to connect your apc ups to the network. Winnut is a windows port of the opensource linux ups project nut network ups tools. Cd with software, documentation cd, qty 2 detachable iec c to iec c14 power cords, usb cable backups apc backups 650, 230v. It also contains a workaround for an ups firmware issue that causes killpower to execute repeatedly in a loop, resulting in the ups continually cycling power. Nema 515p input and output 120v tower interface port smartslot all coasttec ups units undergo a 30step recertification process that includes new batteries, rigorous testing, and cosmetic repair. I ordered two of these ups, i connected one to server 2008 r2 machine and the other to a windows 7 pc. Connected smartups with apc smartconnect the first cloudenabled ups for distributed it apc awardwinning smartups is the most popular ups in the world for servers, storage and network power protection. Sep 27, 2014 hey all, just received my sua1500 with ap9617 network management card used from ebay. For example, if you are running a serial version of apc s powerchute software, the apc ups service must be stopped prior to running the terminal program. If you have an apc ups connected to your server via serial or usb cable, we recommend using the powerchute business edition software provided and supported by apc.
Pc wont sleep with apc ups cable plugged into usb port. Learn how to do the apc ups initial ip address configuration on the network management card, following this simple stepbystep tutorial, you will be able to configure and enable the remote access to an apc ups in 5 minutes. The shutdown software that is used with the network management cards is powerchute network shutdown. See your ups operation manual on the apc website for more information. You will need to know then when you get a new router, or when you reset your router. For testing you can use putty and set the port settings to 24008none1xonxoff. Apc s nextgeneration connected smart ups is more adaptable and easier to deploy than ever before, enabling you to view the status of your ups through a secure web portal through this intuitive remote management interface, youll receive automatic notifications, firmware updates, and advanced support. I then attempted to connect to the weird ethernet jack on the back and browse to 10. Compatible with a wide range of operating systems and.
I cannot get my sua1500 to communicate with my win7 ultimate 64bit system and cant figure out why. I have ups apc smartups 750va connected with my pc by usb. Connecting apc ups 2200 via serial port solutions experts. The ups provides protection for electronic equipment from utility power blackouts, brownouts, sags, and surges, small utility power fluctuations and large disturbances. Apc ups software mod using rs232 com port windows 10. Once connected with the serial cable, i opened hyperterminal with the suggested settings and no luck. This apc backups uninterrupted power supply also includes a usb port for charging phones and other devices. The information provided in the apc software firmware download is provided for general informational purposes only.
After connecting the correct cable, start the terminal emulation program of your choice. Rj45 male to usb male data cable this should be included with your ups. Compatible with most apc upss that have a db9 serial port. During startup, use the display interface to configure these settings. Sep 27, 2016 find answers to connecting apc ups 2200 via serial port from the. The problem is that we dont know the ip address that the aps ups got from the dhcp server. Apc ups setting the ip address in a network management. Hi, trying to configure smoothwall to work with the ups. Feb 04, 2015 this video features the configuration of static ipv4 address in a network management card os a apc ups rt 6000. Highquality backup power from this apc uninterruptible power supply protects sensitive. Apc supplies the cable needed to talk with that ups along with the ups. If you have an apc ups connected to your server via serial or usb cable, we recommend using the powerchute business edition software provided and supported by apc installation. I am trying to access the management interface for a apc ups using the serial port.
If you have the scroll lock on, hyperterminal will not communicate properly with an apc ups or accessory. Apcupsd works with most of apcs smartups models as well as most simple signalling models such a backups, and backupsoffice. Apply the port settings to establish the connection. Tutorial apc ups initial ip address configuration step by. Pc wont sleep with apc ups cable plugged into usb port hp. Monitoring an ups with windows server 2012 i replaced a problematical ups with an apc 0 va model number bx0g ups. Heres how your apc ups can shut down your pc gracefully. If i leave it plugged into port 1 it thinks that the ups is always on battery power no matter what the state of the power and viceversa when plugged into com port 2. Jul 18, 2011 how to set ip address ap9617 apc network management card. Configuring apc nmc2 via terminal emulation schneider electric. My 2 previous videos on apc soft mod using hyperterminal. Login to follow, share, and participate in this space. Bits per second 2400 data bits 8 parity none stop bit 1 flow control none c.
Once the cards have been configured with an ip address, subnet mask, and default gateway the cards can be accessed, managed, and controlled from other computers on the network. Apcs nextgeneration connected smartups is a timesaving, resourcesaving innovation, making it easier to deploy, maintain, and monitor your power infrastructure so you can focus on your business. Should work with apc powerchute or apcupsdups server for linux. Smartups ups operation manual apc ups, refurbished. Linux comes with gpl licensed open source apcupsd server daemon that can be used for power mangement and controlling most of apcs ups models on linux, bsd, unix and mswindows operating systems. Refer to the software cd included in the literature kit for instructions. I know it sounds simple, and it sounds like anyone should be able to do this but i cannot. Any other configuration options or software which may fix the problem. Should be easily fixed if you configure the network settings via the serial port on the ups. To do this, you need to know what device the pdus serial cable is plugged into.
It is subject to change without notice and is provided as is without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Whenever i plug my apc upsbattery backup cable into the pcs usb port, the computer does not the turn off the screen and go to sleep as per power management settings. Should work with apc powerchute or apcupsd ups server for linux. Solved connect to an apc upc general hardware forum. I used both the serial and usb cables which came with the ups. Connected smartups help you focus on your business. To learn more, please visit the apc by schneider electric faq. Connect to a computer to use power management software.
Find answers to connecting apc ups 2200 via serial port from the expert community at experts exchange. Apc smart ups serial connection on windows server 2012 r2. Apc smartups xseries 200022003000 va operation manual. Use your ups to gracefully shut down your pc during power outages. Smartups provides availability and manageability to your network allowing you to focus on business growth instead of business downtime. Walk through of tcpip configuration of apc network management card 2 nmc2. Connecting a nonapc serial cable to your device can cause.
Smartups front panel lcd available on supported smt, smx, and srt. Solved apc ups with and without network cards spiceworks. By default, the apc ap9630 nmc network management card does. Now, you need to access the apc website and download the software named. Business edition requires a usb or serial connection between the server running powerchute business edition and the ups. The 8 best uninterruptible power supplies ups of 2020. Tutorial apc ups initial ip address configuration step. Within a ups, the nmc2 devices communicate with the following port settings. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. Ups assistant is intended for monitoring of status of the uninterruptible power supply ups, connected to a computer through usb or comport and supporting the megateccentralion protocol ippon.
The model number is not on the front of the unit, but can be found on a sticker on either the bottom or rear of your product. Use your ups to gracefully shut down your pc during power. On the servers working as apc clients, there are only three steps to the setup in the gui. Apc smartconnect will email you 3 months in advance about your customers ups lifecycle issue, helping you proactively provide maintenance support. The ups also provides battery backup power for connected equipment until. Smartups sua22003000 230 vac uxi tower user manual. How to set ip address ap9617 apc network management card.
Were going to use a program called screen to talk to the pdu over the serial port. Our service is designed to help generate recurring revenue for your business and maintain your customer relationships. The ups mode, the ups server ip address, and the server net port. Smartups 750150022003000 va 120230 vac tower 7 configuration ups settings startup settings configure these settings at initial startup, using the display interface or apc powerchute software.
Press enter 35 times to display the username prompt. Output power cable, power chute software, ups, usb interface cable. Make sure that there is no application that is using the serial port. Serial and usb cable, as it may lead to unexpected shutdown behavior. Oct 23, 2004 i have found that my apc 1400 smartups is not communicating with either of the com ports in my pe4400.
Provides management of the ups via a usb port not available on all models. Configure port settings appropriately for the device you are attached to refer to the user guide for the particular device. Apc be600m1 is extremely easy to use, and features just one button that can not only be used to power it onoff, but also for silencing the alarms. The apc by schneider electric smartups is a high performance uninterruptible power supply ups. Shareups draws power from the computer interface port of the ups or, with an optional ac power adapter ap9505i not included, from an external source. Hardware thread, how to find port number on apc ups. How do i configure apc network management card network. I plugged the cable that came with the ups for monitoring the ups into the data port on the ups end and the other end into a usb port on a windows server 2012 essentials system. Jun 10, 2019 for the purposes of todays article, were covering how to use an apc brand ups, though most other brands of ups will provide a similar software package that works the same way. Apc backups, 400 watts 650 va,input 230v output 230v, interface port db9 rs232, usb includes.