bestlink SNMP/WEB Adapter User’s Guide For use with IPK-0318, IPK-0319, and IPK-0320 www.powerware.
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Important Notice Please read this notice if you are using an external BestLink Adapter with a Unity/I Three-Phase UPS If you are using an external BestLink Adapter, part numbers IPK-0318 or IPK-0319, please contact the Help Desk (see page 33) to receive a DB-9 to DB-25 adapter (INT-0012) at no charge. Connect the DB-9 to DB-25 adapter (INT-0012) to the X003 port on the Unity/I Three-Phase communications interface board.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 System Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installing the Internal BestLink Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Forcing the UPS to Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Planning a Scheduled UPS Shutdown and Restart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring E-mail Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performing a Manual UPS Battery Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter is a network adapter for your uninterruptible power system (UPS) that provides both SNMP and HTTP compatibility, as well as advanced communication with true RS-232. The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter is available in two models: and internal for UPSs with a BestDock slot and external for connection to the UPS serial port. Both models can connect to a twisted-pair Ethernet (10baseT) network using an RJ-45 connector.
Introduction System Application The following diagram shows how the BestLink Adapter can be used in a network application. UPS Management Station or Terminal RS-232 BestLink Adapter Power Line NMS Station or Web Browser Ethernet NetWatch Client NetWatch Client NetWatch Client Windows 95/98/NT/2000 UNIX NetWare Figure 1.
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION Installing the Internal BestLink Adapter CAUTION Before installing or removing the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter, the UPS MUST be turned off. Hot-swapping is prohibited. To install the internal BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter, perform the following steps: 1. Remove the BestDock cover on the UPS rear panel. Retain the screws. 2. Install one of the mounting plates on the BestLink Adapter according to your UPS model. Use the supplied screw to secure the mounting plate to the adapter.
Installation Slide the adapter into the UPS BestDock 1 0 Set both DIP switches to the 0 (off) position Figure 2. Installing the Internal BestLink Adapter 4. Set both DIP switches on the adapter to the 0 (off) position. 5. Connect an active 10BaseT cable to the network connector on the BestLink Adapter. NOTE For an internal BestLink Adapter in a FERRUPS 0800, Axxium Pro, or Powerware 9170 UPS, you MUST change the Config BestDock parameter for that UPS to BestDock 1 or 2 as applicable.
Installation 4. Connect an active 10BaseT cable to the network connector on the BestLink Adapter. 5. Insert the power adapter DC power plug into the power connector on the back of the BestLink Adapter (labeled 12 VDC). 6. Plug the power adapter into a UPS output receptacle. 7. Continue to the following section “Configuration.
Installation Configuration You must configure the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter before you can use it. There are two ways to configure the adapter: : locally through the serial communication port : remotely using a web browser or telnet utility Configuring the Adapter Locally The adapter has a configuration program that you can access by using a serial cable to connect the adapter to a terminal or a computer with a terminal emulation program.
CHAPTER 3 LOCAL CONFIGURATION Use the following procedure to use the adapter’s configuration program through a serial port. Before You Start To use the configuration screens for the adapter, you need: : The serial configuration cable included in the adapter package. : A terminal with a serial communication port, or a PC with a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal9. The serial line should be set to 9600 baud, No parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.
Local Configuration Connecting the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter To connect the adapter to the terminal and start the configuration program: 1. If configuring an external BestLink Adapter, connect the supplied serial cable labeled “PC” to the PC port on the BestLink Adapter (see Figure 4). If configuring an internal BestLink Adapter, connect the serial cable supplied with the UPS (INT-0062) to the communication port on the UPS (see Figure 5).
Local Configuration 4. Turn on the UPS. After a few seconds the PC displays a message indicating that the adapter is ready. 5. Press [Enter]. The Password screen appears (see Figure 6). If the Password screen does not appear, press [Enter] again. If you still do not see the Password screen, check the following conditions: : The communication settings of the terminal should be 9600 baud, No parity, 8 bits, and 1 stop bit.
Local Configuration Configuring the Adapter To configure the adapter: 1. Type 1 to enter the SNMP/WEB Adapter Settings screen (see Figure 7). +============================================================================+ | [ BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter Configuration Utility ] | +============================================================================+ 1. SNMP/WEB Card Settings 2. Reset Configuration to default 3. Restart SNMP/WEB Card 0.
Local Configuration 5. Type 0 to exit the BestLink Adapter configuration. The BestLink Adapter automatically reboots and saves all settings after exiting the configuration function (see Figure 8). NOTE The BestLink Adapter may take up to two minutes to reboot. Please wait before attempting communication with the adapter from a web browser or NMS. NOTE Telnet Operation – Once the adapter is reachable on the network, you can use a telnet utility to adjust any of the configuration settings.
Local Configuration Set the IP Address, Gateway Address and MIB System Group Use this function (option 1) to set the IP address, the gateway address, or the management information base (MIB) parameters of the adapter, as listed in Table 1. Table 1. IP Address, Gateway Address, and MIB System Group Parameters No. Function Description Example/Remark 1 IP Address IP address of the adapter 192.72.173.188 2 Gateway Address Default IP address of the network gateway 192.72.173.
Local Configuration Set Trap Receivers For those users who intend to use an SNMP-compatible NMS to manage the BestLink Adapter, the IP address of the machine intended to be the trap receiver must be added in the list on the BestLink Adapter. Use this function to add or delete the IP address of the trap receivers (option 4). Set IP Addresses of Primary and Secondary Date Server Use this function to set the IP addresses of the primary and secondary date servers (option 5).
Local Configuration Set Superuser Name and Password Use this function to set or change the user name and password of the administrators who will use a web browser to configure the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter (option 8). E-mail Notification Use this function to inform selected e-mail accounts of events and changes in the status as they occur in the UPS or to provide a daily status message at a predetermined time (option 9). Back to Main Menu Type 0 to return to the Main Menu screen (see Figure 8).
CHAPTER 4 REMOTE CONFIGURATION Use the following procedure to use the adapter’s configuration program through a web browser. NOTE Verify that an active 10BaseT cable is connected to the adapter’s network connector. Add a Routing Condition in the PC If the IP address of the PC is on the same network with the BestLink Adapter, you may just run the web browser directly.
Remote Configuration Running the Web Browser Locate a computer (PC, host, or server) that has a web browser (Netscape or Internet Explorer recommended) and is connected to a network. 1. Run the web browser and connect to the BestLink Adapter IP address (the default is 192.168.7.18). 2. The home page of the BestLink Adapter appears (see Figure 9). Figure 9.
Remote Configuration Setup Network Configuration 1. Select Configuration from the menu at the top of the home page, then SNMP/WEB Adapter Configuration to set the BestLink Adapter parameters (see Figure 10). 2. Click Become Superuser and log in with the Username and Password (the default user name and password is admin). Figure 10. SNMP/WEB Adapter Configuration Page 3. Select and edit the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter IP Address. 4. Select and edit the Gateway Address for the network. 5.
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CHAPTER 5 UPS POWER MANAGEMENT You can manage the UPS from a web browser or from an SNMP network management system. UPS Management from a Web Browser When using a web browser to access the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter, the majority of UPS-related information is available by selecting any of the following menu options: : : : : : : : Identification UPS Monitoring UPS History Configuration Control Registered Clients Help Each menu and submenu selection has online help available.
UPS Power Management Turning the UPS On and Off The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter supports the ability to remotely turn off the UPS and its supported load. It also supports the ability to reboot the UPS (cycling output power off and then back on), as well as the ability to schedule shutdowns and restarts on a predetermined basis. Selecting Control from the menu at the top of the home page provides a page that allows the Superuser to turn the UPS off.
UPS Power Management CAUTION Selecting Turn UPS Off turns off the output of the UPS. Any equipment powered by the UPS shuts down, as well as the external BestLink Adapter. Prepare the protected equipment for the shutdown. If you select Turn UPS Off with Restart UPS once AC Power Returns set to NO, you will have to manually restart the UPS after the shutdown occurs.
UPS Power Management 3. If you entered a host name for the Mail Server, you must enter the IP address of your network DNS Server in the DNS Address block. 4. To receive a daily status report, enter the time of day to send the e-mail (in 24-hour format). 5. Enter the Mail Account, Description, Mail Type, Event Level, and Event Type for each recipient. Refer to the online help file for more details on each of these fields. 6. Select Set Values to save your changes.
UPS Power Management Viewing the UPS History Logs Selecting UPS History from the menu at the top of the home page allows you to choose the current UPS Data Log and UPS Event Log. The data log provides numerical data logged once a minute from the UPS. The event log contains text messages regarding the status of the UPS and the BestLink Adapter. Past data and event logs are also accessible, as well as a data log applet that displays the data in a graphical format.
UPS Power Management Viewing UPS Monitoring Parameters The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter supports several MIB groups that separate specific UPS parameters into related areas. The groups used in the MIB for the BestLink Adapter include: : : : : : : : : Ident Battery Input Output Config Control Test Alarms Forcing the UPS to Shut Down The BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter supports MIB groups containing objects that enable the user to shut down and restart the UPS.
UPS Power Management Automatic Shutdown of UPS-Protected Computers NetWatch client software supports remote UPS monitoring and automatic shutdown of UPS-protected computer systems and is available on the Invensys Software Suite CD-ROM or from www.powerware.com. Clients are available for the following operating systems: : Windows 95/98/NT/2000 : Novell NetWare : UNIX (various versions) Each NetWatch client uses its IP address to register with a specified BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter via the network.
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CHAPTER 6 APPENDIX The appendix contains the BestLink Adapter specifications, components and diagrams, pin assignments, upgrading the firmware, service and support, and the warranty. Table 2.
Appendix Adapter Components The adapter front and rear panel details are shown in the following figures. Network LED Power LED Status LED Figure 11. External BestLink Adapter Rear Panel DIP Switch Power Inlet Network Connector UPS Port PC Port Reset Button Figure 12. External BestLink Adapter Rear Panel DIP Switch Status LED Network LED Network Connector Figure 13.
Appendix LED Description The functions of the BestLink Adapter are indicated by the Status and Activity LEDs, as listed in Table 3. Table 3.
Appendix Pin Assignments PCB Edge Connector DIP Switch LEDs Network Connector Figure 14. Internal BestLink Adapter Component Layout Table 5.
Appendix Serial Cable Definition Table 6. External BestLink Adapter to UPS Serial Connection Function Description RJ-45 DB-9 (Male) Ready to Send 1 - Data Terminal Ready 2 - Transmitted Data 3 1 Signal Ground 4 4 Chassis Ground 5 Case GND Received Data 6 2 Data Set Ready 7 - Clear to Send 8 - Table 7.
Appendix Upgrading the BestLink Adapter Firmware During the upgrade process, the BestLink Adapter is inaccessible, but restarts automatically within a minute after completing the upgrade. To upgrade the firmware, use the following steps: 1. Locate a networked PC with Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000. 2. Copy the supplied Firmware Upgrade Utility (blupgrade.exe) program to the PC. 3. Run the Upgrade Utility from Windows by selecting Start, Run, and then entering the path and filename blupgrade.exe. 4.
Appendix Service and Support If you have any questions or problems with the UPS, call your Local Distributor or the Help Desk at one of the following telephone numbers and ask for a UPS technical representative.
Appendix Two-Year Limited Warranty (US and Canada Only) Powerware Corporation warrants the electronics of the BestLink SNMP/WEB Adapter to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from Date of Purchase.
Appendix International Limited Warranty Powerware Corporation warrants the electronics modules manufactured by Powerware Corporation (“Unit”) and batteries originally packaged in the Unit or in battery packs manufactured by Powerware Corporation against defect in material or workmanship until the earlier of: (1) 18 months from date of shipment or (2) 12 months from date of initial start-up is performed by Powerware Corporation field personnel or field personnel authorized by Powerware Corporation to carry
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