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Technical Information & Frequently Asked Questions

APPENDIX A-TECHNICAL INFORMATION & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is a DHCP server?

DHCP is the acronym for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol allows hostnames

to be allocated dynamically when computers are connected to a network. This protocol is often

used to remotely grant a hostname to a computer for a limited time, as when a student uses a

computer for a quarter or longer. See RFC-1541 for more detailed information. (RFCs are Request

For Comment documents that set forth regulations on how communication occurs on the Internet.

These documents are controlled by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and are available

for viewing at the IETF Web site.)

2. How do I identify possible TCP/IP port conflicts when using a UPS equipped with an

SNMP card? How do I resolve the conflict?

TCP/IP port conflicts with port 162 can be resolved by stopping the SNMP trap service from run-

ning. This product does not support running on the same machine as a Network Management

System (NMS).

For the proper procedure to stop the SNMP services, see 14.0 - Running Nform.

3. What is a service?

A service is a process initiated at boot time that requires no user intervention to start and run. A

service continues to run after the user logs off the computer.