User`s guide

Eaton Power Xpert Gateway PXGX UPS Card User’s Guide 164202123—Rev 1 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
The Eaton
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Power Xpert
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Gateway Card provides Web-enabled, real-time monitoring of Eaton uninterruptible
power systems (UPSs) through standard Web pages, Power Xpert software, or third-party software. An
integral part of the Eaton Power Xpert Architecture
®
, which provides end-to-end PowerChain Management™
solutions, the PXGX UPS Card provides a central point to connect UPSs to the Ethernet network.
Network managers can view critical downstream device information, such as status, power, energy, and
power quality data with an easy-to-use interface.
The PXGX UPS Card has the following features:
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Web-enabled UPSs – view data from any location with a Web browser.
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Real-time power monitoring – view critical device data and make informed network management decisions.
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Integrated communications with Eaton’s Power Xpert software – monitor power devices in real time through
Power Xpert software.
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Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support – integrate and manage your UPS with third party
network management software.
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Power quality data using Modbus
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Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) – use this open communication
protocol to communicate with standard building management systems.
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Easy installation – install the PXGX UPS Card while the UPS is online, maintaining the highest system
availability.
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Field upgradable – use the Web interface to easily upgrade the card's firmware in the field.
Eaton Power Xpert Architecture
Eaton Power Xpert Architecture provides the framework to unify the entire power system. It connects power
systems with communication and management systems to provide a holistic approach to the entire power
system. This strategic system-level focus is integral to PowerChain Management solutions. It provides
increased reliability, cost efficiencies, enhanced safety and risk mitigation, and allows for the more effective
use of capital. Eaton Power Xpert Architecture is comprised of both software and hardware components
including meters, gateways, time servers, and connectivity devices.