MGE UPS Systems 66102 - Manual (Page 5)

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1.1.2 Protection of the computers / servers
This function is performed by the Network Shutdown Module installed on each of the servers to be protected.
Note that the Shutdown Module is available on several Operating Systems.
The Network Shutdown Module:
continuously waits for information from the Network Management Card / Proxy connected to the MGE UPS.
warns administrators and users if AC power fails and proceeds with graceful system shutdown before the end of battery backup power is
reached.
1.1.3 Supervision of the UPSs over the network
Depending on your needs, you can either use:
your Internet browser to monitor each UPS, as Management Proxy and Management Card include a Web server.
your company’s standard Network Management System (HP-Openview, CA Unicenter, HP Insight Manager, IBM Tivoli Netview). To simplify
integration of MGE UPSs, you can use one of the Network Management System Kits for MGE devices. These kits are available on the
Management Pac 2 CD-ROM. (ref 66923)
the MGE supervisor "Enterprise Power Manager"
1.1.4 Connection
Before installing the MGE Network Solution, the UPS must be set up as indicated in the steps below.
Shut down the computers to be protected by the UPS.
Connect the UPS to a wall outlet. (For UPSs above 3kVA, please refer to the UPS installation manual)
Connect the power cord of each computer to an outlet on the UPS. (For UPSs above 3kVA, please refer to the UPS installation manual)