Minuteman UPS AT2300 User Manual

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BATTERY /SYSTEM CHECKOUT
To verify proper system function and battery condition, the user is encouraged to engage the test
switch periodically.  Normal indications as specified should be observed.  If the system goes
immediately to the low battery-warning mode the batteries should be replaced.
UPS MONITORING CONFIGURATIONS
All of these models provide an UPS monitoring capability which will allow direct interface with
many different computer hardware/software configurations.  This capability permits an
unattended, orderly shut down of the computer system when commercial power is lost for a long
period.  Some configurations also provide for shut down of the UPS after the computer has been
shut down, thereby conserving UPS battery capability.
Following is a partial list of systems with which the monitoring capability exists.  Contact Para
Systems Customer Service Department for a more complete, up to date list.  In addition to those
standard configurations listed below, Para Systems also offers its own software package,
"Network Manage", which functions with Novell, Unix, OS/2, LAN Manager, LAN Server and
MacIntosh Operating Systems.  Network Manager offers many advantages over existing UPS
monitoring packages.
Finally, for systems which do not have UPS interface capability, user software can be written to
read UPS status and provide for system shut down.  Software specialists should contact Para
Systems, Inc. for more information.  The standard UPS DB9 PIN out is provided below for your
information.
UPS DIRECT INTERFACE CONFIGURATIONS
* Novell for AT compatible computers
  Novell for PS/2 computers with mouse port connector
  Altos Unix/Pick/Xenix with 1/4" stereo jack
  Same except for low battery warning response
  DTS Servers running Banyon Vines
  Servers running Banyon Vines
  Servers running Banyon Vines/286, Vines/386
  Prime 2350/2450
  Convergent/Unisys
  Microsoft LAN Manger
  Convergent Mighty Frame/Miniframe
  LANtastic
*This interface configuration functions with existing Novell UPS
monitoring board, SS keycard or Disk Coprocessor Board. Para Systems
Monitoring Board (MB1) is available for new installations which do not
already have an add on monitoring board.