Sageview
Sageon II 200A (N+1) Power Distribution System
PM990-5202-200, Rev. 6
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Reduces configuration errors since the configuration can be developed and checked for accuracy at a
PC before being uploaded to the system
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Includes on-line security with access code and password protection
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Provides a permanent configuration record for comparison with operating cost data and service
records
5.2 MONITORING
Sageview screens provide for efficient, effective monitoring of system operation. system output voltage
and current, alarms, battery status, and many other performance parameters are read on a single PC
display.
Sageview includes comprehensive Help. It provides the latest information about program installation and
operation, communication options, and other topics.
5.3 SECURITY
Security is a major consideration when deciding upon a communications strategy that involves sending
proprietary data over your company’s intranet, the Internet, or telephone lines. Before enabling local or
remote communications, carefully review your company’s electronic security policies. Contact your
company’s network administrator for details about network structure and security. The administrator can
also furnish an IP (Internet Protocol) address when ethernet access is needed.
5.4 CABLE AND NETWORK CONNECTIONS
Figure 5-1 shows typical connections for local and remote access to Sageon 200A data. Additional
information is provided in the Sageview help topic titled “Connection Setup”.
Local connection details are provided below. Guidelines for remote connections are also provided.
Remote connection specifics are beyond the scope of this manual since actual connections and required
hardware are determined by the systems operating within your system. Consult your company’s network
administrator.
5.5 LOCAL CONNECTION, STANDARD
For a local connection, cable the serial port on the Sageon 200A’s operator panel to the USB port on a
Windows®-based PC. A customer supplied USB-A to USB-B cable is required.
5.6 REMOTE CONNECTION, ETHERNET, OPTION
When the ethernet option is ordered, the Sageon 200A includes an RJ-45 connector for the ethernet
network cable. As shown in Figure 5-1, a remotely located Windows®-based PC can be connected to
your system’s ethernet network. With the addition of the necessary hardware (e.g. server with firewall), a
remote PC can connect to your system’s network over the internet.
5.7 PC REQUIREMENTS
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Microsoft® Windows® 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP or Windows® 7.
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Pentium III or better microprocessor
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128 KB or more RAM
