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2.
A windows labeled
Welcome
appears, please read and follow instruction written in the
widow and click “Next”. (see Fig 5.3)
Fig 5.3
3.
Select a location for installing program. Please read and follow instruction written in the
widow and click
Next
. (see Fig 5.4)
Fig 5.4
4.
Please read and follow instructions appearing in the window to complete installation of
the software.
5.3 Connecting interface cable
A series of interface kits is available for operation systems that provide UPS monitoring.
Each interface kit includes the special interface cable required to convert status signals from
the UPS into signals which individual operating system recognizes.
The interface cable at UPS side must be connected to REMOTE PORT, at computer side can
be either
COM 1,
COM 2, COM 3, COM 4.
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CAUTION
:
Use only factory supplied or authorized UPS monitoring cable!
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5.4 The characteristics of software SENTINEL
The communication port on the back of the UPS may be connected to host computer.
Through utilizing SENTINEL software the computer is allowed monitor the status of the
UPS and control the operation of the UPS in some cases. Its major functions normally
include some or all of the following:
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To broadcast a warning when power fails.
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To close any open file before the battery is exhausted.
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To turn-off the UPS.
Some computers are equipped with a special connector to link with the communication port.
In addition, special plug-in cord may be needed. Some computers may need special UPS
monitoring software. Contact your dealer for the details on the various interface Kits.
5.5 How to Use Software “SENTINEL”
After you have completed installation of software SENTINEL, you can lunch the software y
clicking on the icon
on the Control Strip on your desktop (see Fig 5.5)
Fig 5.5
b
Then main menu of SENTINEL appears as shown in Fig 5.6
Fig 5.6