7.Using the UPS monitoring software
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1. Connect the UPS to a computer.
Cable: Included connection cable (RS-232C or USB)
* The RS232C and USB cannot be used at the same time.
<RS-232C>
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When using PowerAct Pro
"PowerAct Pro" UPS monitoring software
The included "PowerAct Pro" UPS monitoring software allows you to automatically save fi les and
perform shutdown processing of your PC when a power failure occurs.(It is possible to shut
down multiple computers on the network.)
Also, you can perform desired operation by setting the automatic start/stop of the UPS based on
the schedule setting.
* The time between the occurrence of a power failure and the shutdown of your PC must be
within the backup time measured in "5-1 How to measure backup time" on page 39.
For more information, refer to the Instruction Manual and online help of the UPS monitoring
software.
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When using the included UPS monitoring
software to perform auto shutdown
Connect to
RS-232C
port on PC
Connect to
RS-232C
connector
on UPS
Included connection cable (RS-232C)
BN220S/BN300S
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When using Simple Shutdown Software
The included “Simple Shutdown Software” allows you to automatically shut down the PC when a
power failure occurs. For more information, refer to the manual in the CD-ROM.