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10 |IntroductionFeaturesThe Dell UPS Management Software has the following features:S Runs continuously to protect the equipment after the Agent start

100 |Event DescriptionsNumber RemarksType of MessageEvent Description17 Self‐Test Ended Information18 Specific Date Self‐Test Started Information19 Sp

101 Event Descriptions|Number RemarksType of MessageEvent Description40 Service Battery Alarm and disables batterycharging (ABM in Charger Offmode)41

102 |Event DescriptionsNumber RemarksType of MessageEvent Description56 DC Link Overvoltage Alarm and transfers to bypass ifsupporting the load or ifc

103 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|Installation on a VMware ESX ServerThis guide describes the installation and configuration of the Dell UPS Man

104 |Installation on a VMware ESX ServerFigure 106 shows an overview of the VMware environment.Dell UPSVirtual/Guest OS1(Windows)Applications,Services

105 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|InstallationThis guide provides information about installing and configuring Dell UPS Management Software on a

106 |Installation on a VMware ESX ServerInstalling VMware Tools on a Microsoft Windows GuestTo install the VMware Tools for a Microsoft Windows guest:

107 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|3 Log in to the guest operating system from the virtual machine console.4 Select the template name and then ri

108 |Installation on a VMware ESX Server5 From within the guest operating system, click OK to confirm that you want to install VMwareTools and launch

109 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|Installing VMware Tools on a Linux GuestThe VMware Tools installation package is on the VMware server installa

11 Installation|InstallationSystem RequirementsS A minimum of 128 MB of physical memory (256 MB is recommended)S A minimum of 160 MB of hard disk spac

110 |Installation on a VMware ESX Server2 Insert and start the VMware server installation CD.3 Log in to the guest operating system from the virtual m

111 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|7 Configure the VMware Tools with the command:vmware‐config‐tools.pl8 Enter number: 19 Start the VMware Tools

112 |Installation on a VMware ESX ServerConfigurationThis section explains configuration for the Dell UPS Management Software and for the VMware serve

113 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|Communication Through an RS-232 or USB PortNOTE: USB communication is only available for VMware ESX 4.0.The VM

114 |Installation on a VMware ESX Server3 Select Shutdown Parameter from the UPS menu.4 On the Shutdown Settings page (see Figure 113):S Set the batte

115 Installation on a VMware ESX Server|Communicating Through the Network Management CardNOTE: See Table 4 on page 133 for a complete list of Dell Com

116 |Installation on a VMware ESX Server4 Enter the shutdown commands (see Figure 115).Example:shutsys ip 172.18.127.47 e trueshutbackup ip 172.18.

117 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerThis guide describes the installation and configuration of the Dell UPS M

118 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerDell UPSVIMA 1.0/vMA 4.0Virtual/Guest OSn(Solaris)Applications,Services, etc.Virtual/Guest OS2(Linux)Applicat

119 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|Installation and ConfigurationThis guide provides information about installing and configuring the Dell UPS M

12 |InstallationInstalling the SoftwareThis section includes installation instructions in a graphical user interface (GUI) environment and aconsole en

120 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServervMA ConfigurationTo configure the vMA software:NOTE: The default user name is viadmin.1 Enter the following

121 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|Installing VMware Tools on a Microsoft Windows Guest Operating SystemTo install the VMware Tools for a Micros

122 |Installation on a VMware ESXi Server3 Log in to the guest operating system from the virtual machine console.4 Select the template name and then r

123 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|5 From within the guest operating system, click OK to confirm that you want to install VMwareTools and launch

124 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerInstalling VMware Tools on a Linux Guest Operating SystemTo install the VMware Tools for a Linux guest operat

125 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|Figure 120. Console Window – Log In4 Select the template name and then right-click and select Install/Upgrade

126 |Installation on a VMware ESXi Server9 Start the VMware Tools with the command:vmware‐toolbox &VMware Tools on the summary page displays OK if

127 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|VIMA/vMA Shutdown and Startup ConfigurationNOTE: You can configure the physical machine to boot the automatic

128 |Installation on a VMware ESXi Server3 Enter the settings as shown on the Virtual Machine Startup and Shutdown window:S For each virtual machine,

129 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|NOTE: All hardware elements must have an operational network configuration that allows them tocommunicate fre

13 Installation|2 Select the language for the software and click OK (see Figure 8).Figure 8. Selecting the Language for Installation3 Read the introdu

130 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerShutdown Parameter Setting for Network Management CardThe following procedure is an example of entering the s

131 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|4 Enter the shutdown commands (see Figure 124).Example:shutsys ip 172.18.127.47 e trueshutbackup ip 172.18

132 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerThe host server and guest operating system shut down orderly and gracefully after the batterydischarges for o

133 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|Dell CUI Commands ListThe Dell Command User Interface (CUI) is a client program that connects to the Dell Mon

134 |Installation on a VMware ESXi ServerDescriptionCommandredundant Purpose: Show, Add, or Remove IP for "Redundant UPS Input Setting"Forma

135 Installation on a VMware ESXi Server|DescriptionCommandshutfile Purpose: Show or Set message of "Run Command File before Shutdown"Format

14 |Installation4 If there is a previously installed version of the Dell UPS Management Software, the softwareprompts you to remove it. Click Yes to r

15 Installation|The software begins uninstalling the software (see Figure 12).Figure 12. Uninstalling the Software6 By default, the software installs

16 |Installation7 Select the shortcut folder and click Next (see Figure 14).Figure 14. Choose Shortcut Folder Window

17 Installation|8 Review the selected installation options. If the options are correct, click Install to begin theinstallation (see Figure 15).Figure

18 |InstallationThe Installing window displays (see Figure 16).Figure 16. Installing Window

19 Installation|9 When the installation program is complete, click Done to exit the installer (see Figure 17).Figure 17. Install Complete WindowIf the

NotesNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your software.Information in this document is subject to change wi

20 |InstallationInstalling in a Console EnvironmentTo install the software in a console environment:1 To start the installation program, enter the dir

21 Installation|2 Start the Monitor. Right click the Dell UPS Management Software Tray Icon and select StartMonitor (see Figure 20).Figure 20. Startin

22 |InstallationUninstalling the SoftwareThis section includes uninstall instructions for Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.Uninstalling i

23 Installation|Figure 23. Uninstall Dell UPS Management SoftwareS Select Start menu > Control Panel > Add/Remove Program. Select the Dell UPSMa

24 |Installation5 The Uninstall Program window opens (see Figure 25). Click Uninstall to continue.Figure 25. Uninstall Dell UPS Management Software Wi

25 Installation|The uninstalling process begins (see Figure 26).Figure 26. Uninstall Progress

26 |Installation6 After the Dell UPS Management Software uninstalls completely, click Done (see Figure 27).Figure 27. Uninstall Complete WindowUninsta

27 About the Software|About the SoftwareThis chapter describes the Dell UPS Management Software window and how to set preferences for thesoftware.The

28 |About the SoftwareSelecting one of the UPS models displays details about the UPS on the right side of the window(see Figure 29).The UPS status dia

29 About the Software|Setting Software PreferencesYou can customize the window appearance, specify the date format, and select a local language.Changi

3 Table of Contents|Table of Contents1 IntroductionDell UPS Management Software Components 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dell U

30 |About the SoftwareYou can select one of the following for the background of the main window:S None: Default gray background.S Color: Uniform color

31 About the Software|Changing the Date FormatSelect Date Format from the Preferences menu to change the date format. The date options are:Year/Month/

32 |About the SoftwareChanging Advanced SettingsSelect Advanced Settings from the Preferences menu. The Advanced Settings window opens(see Figure 33).

33 About the Software|Use the Advanced Settings window to change the appearance of the interface text and customize theselected background image.On th

34 |About the SoftwareChanging LanguagesTo change the language of the interface display text, select the Language menu and then one of thelanguages: E

35 Configuring the Software|Configuring the SoftwareNOTE: You must log in as administrator through the System menu to change any settings or the setti

36 |Configuring the SoftwareAuto-Searching the UPSClick Auto Search UPS from the System menu to search for the UPS connected to the computer's se

37 Configuring the Software|Clicking an item in the tree view displays the following information (see Figure 38):S All computers in the LAN that are r

38 |Configuring the SoftwareTo manually add a serial port:1 Select COM Port Setting from the System menu.The Communication Port Settings window opens

39 Configuring the Software|Modifying the PasswordTo modify the password:1 Log in as the administrator.2 Select Act as Administrator from the System m

4 |Table of Contents4 Configuring the SoftwareAuto-Searching the UPS 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 |Configuring the Software3 Select Modify Administrator Password from the System menu. The Administrator PasswordSettings window opens (see Figure 4

41 Configuring the Software|Viewing the Event LogThe Event Log Viewer displays the UPS event history (see Figure 43).You can view the Event Log one of

42 |Configuring the SoftwareViewing the Data LogThe Data Log Viewer displays UPS data records (see Figure 44).You can view the Data Log one of the fol

43 Configuring the Software|Setting Event and Data Log File ParametersUse the Record Setting window to set the parameters for the log files. Select Re

44 |Configuring the SoftwareConfiguring Event ActionsSelect Event Action from the UPS menu, or click the icon from the toolbar, or click the Setting

45 Configuring the Software|S Pop‐up warning – Select the events to open a message window on your computer and select thePop‐up warning check box. Onl

46 |Configuring the SoftwareBroadcasting a MessageNOTE: Broadcasting is available only on the Microsoft Windows platform versions that include Messeng

47 Configuring the Software|The Broadcast To area of the window lists the users who can be selected to receive broadcast messages,including all users,

48 |Configuring the SoftwareTo configure the broadcast settings (see Figure 49):1 Select the user who will receive messages.2 Select the events that w

49 Configuring the Software|Sending Event Messages by E‐MailNOTE: To send e‐mail messages when an event occurs, the computer with the Dell UPS Managem

5 Table of Contents|Viewing Scheduled Tasks 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remotely Controlling a

50 |Configuring the SoftwareTo configure the e‐mail settings:1 Enter the SMTP server settings:Parameter DescriptionSMTP Server Enter the IP address (I

51 Configuring the Software|2 Enter the sender name and telephone number.3 To send a daily e‐mail at a specific time, select the check box and enter t

52 |Configuring the Software4 Select the Add button (see Figure 52). The Add Receiver E‐mail Address window opens(see Figure 53).Figure 52. Add Button

53 Configuring the Software|Figure 53. Add Receiver E‐mail Address Window5 Enter the receiver's e‐mail address and click OK to save and exit.6 De

54 |Configuring the SoftwareFigure 54. E-Mail Recipient and Message SelectionIf the selected event occurs, the software sends the e‐mail to all of the

55 Configuring the Software|Sending Event Messages by Mobile PhoneNOTE: Sending local SMS text messages requires that the computer with the Dell UPS M

56 |Configuring the SoftwareTo configure the SMS settings:1 Select the communication port that is being used by a GSM modem or mobile phone(see Figure

57 Configuring the Software|6 Select the event messages to be sent by selecting the message check box. If the selected eventoccurs, the software sends

58 |Configuring the Software1 Enter the applicable pager settings:Parameter DescriptionModem Port Select the communication port that is being used by

59 Configuring the Software|4 Click OK to save and exit.Figure 58. Pager Setting Window

6 |IntroductionIntroductionDellt UPS Management Software supports either an individual computer or network‐connectedcomputers [including both local ar

60 |Configuring the SoftwareResetting the Dell UPS Sensor ValuesSelect UPS Control Parameters from the UPS menu. The UPS Control Parameters window ope

61 Configuring the Software|Setting up UPS Load Segment ControlThe Load Segment Control window contains parameters to control each UPS load segment. S

62 |Configuring the SoftwareTo configure the load segment:1 Select the load segment to configure, or select the check box for Apply to All Load Segmen

63 Configuring the Software|Configuring Shutdown ParametersSelect Shutdown Parameter from the UPS menu or click the icon from the toolbar to open th

64 |Configuring the SoftwareNOTE: If the UPS Control Commands from Serial Port setting is disabled, configuration and load controlcommands are restric

65 Configuring the Software|Parameter DescriptionRun Command File beforeShutdownBefore system shutdown, the Agent can initiate a command if thisparame

66 |Configuring the SoftwareShutdown Remote AgentsTo configure for shutting down remote Agents:1 Click the Add button in the Shutdown Conditions area.

67 Configuring the Software|When the shutdown condition is satisfied, the Agent sends a shutdown signal to the selected remoteAgents.You can view and

68 |Configuring the SoftwareShutdown Devices Monitored by Network Management CardTo shut down devices monitored by the Network Management Card:1 Selec

69 Configuring the Software|Redundant UPS ShutdownIf there is a redundant UPS supplying power to the local Agent, you can safely shut down the localAg

7 Introduction|Right click the Tray Icon to display a shortcut menu (see Figure 1). Use the shortcut menu to start andstop the Agent or Monitor.Figure

70 |Configuring the SoftwareEntering the UPS Warranty PeriodSelect UPS Warranty Period Setting from the UPS menu to open the UPS Purchase Date Setting

71 Configuring the Software|You can also remind users of upcoming warranty expiration dates or that the warranty period hasexpired.To remind the user

72 |Configuring the SoftwareThe message displays at the top of the of the UPS status diagram and a reoccurring monthly warningmessage displays on the

73 Configuring the Software|Testing the UPSYou can perform a UPS self‐test immediately or schedule a UPS self‐test.Performing a UPS Self‐Test Immediat

74 |Configuring the SoftwareScheduling a UPS Self‐TestSelect Battery Self‐Test Schedule from the UPS menu to open the UPS Test Manager window(see Figu

75 Configuring the Software|To schedule a UPS self‐test:1 Click Add Test to open the UPS Self‐Test window (see Figure 75).Figure 75. UPS Self‐Test Win

76 |Configuring the Software6 Click OK to save and exit.NOTE: If the UPS Control Commands from Serial Port setting is disabled, configuration and load

77 Configuring the Software|Changing a Scheduled UPS Self‐TestTo modify a scheduled UPS self‐test:1 Select one of the UPS self‐test tasks in the task

78 |Configuring the SoftwareRemoving a Scheduled UPS Self‐TestTo remove a scheduled UPS self‐test:1 Select a UPS self‐test from the task list.2 Click

79 Configuring the Software|Turning the UPS On/OffYou can remotely turn the UPS off and on using the Dell UPS Management Software.Scheduling a UPS On/

8 |IntroductionDell UPS Management Software ApplicationsFigure 3 shows the software application with a standalone computer.Communication CableSoftware

80 |Configuring the SoftwareTo schedule a UPS On/Off task:1 Click Add UPS On/Off to open the UPS On/Off window (see Figure 81).Figure 81. UPS On/Off W

81 Configuring the Software|5 Click OK to save and exit.NOTE: If the UPS Control Commands from Serial Port setting is disabled, configuration and load

82 |Configuring the SoftwareChanging a Scheduled UPS On/Off TaskTo modify a scheduled UPS On/Off task:1 Select one of the UPS On/Off tasks in the task

83 Configuring the Software|Removing a UPS On/Off TaskTo remove a scheduled UPS On/Off task:1 Select a UPS On/Off task from the task list.2 Click Remo

84 |Configuring the SoftwareViewing Scheduled TasksSelect View Schedule from the UPS menu or click the icon from the toolbar to open the ViewSchedul

85 Configuring the Software|Remotely Controlling a UPS on the LAN or InternetYou can remotely monitor any Dell UPS within the same LAN or on the Inter

86 |Configuring the Software2 Enable the Accept Remote Control option in the Dell UPS Management Software:Select Accept Remote Control from the Monito

87 Configuring the Software|3 Select a UPS to monitor:Select the UPS from the tree view on the left side of the window or select Monitor Remote UPSfro

88 |Configuring the SoftwareIf the Accept Remote Control option of the Agent is on, you can remotely monitor and control theUPS. All control functions

89 Configuring the Software|Monitoring a UPS through SNMPYou can use SNMP to monitor UPSs that have a Network Management Card installed. Up to 1,000SN

9 Introduction|Figure 5 shows the software application with the Internet.Software UPS Software UPS Software UPSHubHubRouterPower Supply CableCommunica

90 |Configuring the SoftwareThe new area displays under the SNMP node in the tree view (see Figure 95).Figure 95. New SNMP Area

91 Configuring the Software|To add devices:1 Click Search Device from the SNMP menu.2 Select the Internet Protocol Version supported by SNMP from the

92 |Configuring the Software4 IPv6 only. Enter the device's IP address (see Figure 97).NOTE: If the IPv6 address is a broadcast IP, all Network M

93 Configuring the Software|5 Click Search.After searching, the new device displays in the tree view (see Figure 98).Figure 98. New Device in SNMP Are

94 |Configuring the Software6 Double‐click the new device node to connect it with the Internet browser of the NetworkManagement Card (see Figure 100).

95 Configuring the Software|7 To view the event records for any Dell UPS monitored by a Network Management Card, select theUPS under the SNMP node in

96 |Configuring the SoftwareRebooting Computers after a Utility FailureYou can reboot individual computers or all computers on the LAN automatically a

97 Configuring the Software|Exporting Configuration ParametersInstead of configuring the software settings individually on multiple computers, you can

98 |Configuring the Software3 From the new Agent, select Import Configuration from the System menu (see Figure 105).4 Select the *.ini file and click

99 Event Descriptions|Event DescriptionsThis chapter lists events logged by the Dell UPS Management Software (see “Viewing the Event Log”on page 41).