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Expansion Chassis
Powerware Expansion Chassis
With network complexities increasing, a variety of communication
methodologies may be used to monitor critical equipment on the
network. At the same time, the availability of reliable power is
becoming more important for maintaining data integrity. The net
effect of these factors is the need for flexibility of communication
methods with strategic equipment including an Uninterruptible Power
System (UPS). With the Powerware Expansion Chassis, users may easily
configure a UPS-based power protection system that supports the
chosen network protocol.
Communication Card Options/Protocol Conversion
The Expansion Chassis is a three-slot peripheral device that expands
communication methods for a UPS through its support for
X-slot™cards. It comes preconfigured with a card that conforms to
the Modicon® Modbus®‚ protocol. The Modbus Card serves as the
integral communications controller for the other two slots.
The Modbus card and its associated Profiler software utility allow
easy integration into a Building Management System (BMS). Key
facilities personnel may monitor power conditions in real-time
through this configuration.
Two additional slots are available for use with any of the following
cards:
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A ConnectUPS™-X SNMP/Web Adapter – monitor via SNMP or the Web |
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A ConnectUPS-M SNMP Module – monitor via Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP) |
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A Single Port Serial Card – connect an additional server for
monitoring and graceful shutdown |
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A Multi-Server Card – connect up to three servers for monitoring and
graceful shutdown, supports load segment control and RS-232 signals
for low battery and AC Fail |
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A Modbus Card – connect to another Modbus Network, monitor via BMS
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The Expansion Chassis and associated cards effectively act as a
protocol converter easily integrating the UPS into open architecture
management systems.
Flexible Mounting
The Expansion Chassis may be placed on or close to the associated
UPS using the included mounting feet. The kit includes brackets for
rack and wall mounting.
| Use with: |
Powerware 5115, 5115 RM, 5125, 9120, 9125, 9170+, 9320, 9330,
9335, 9315 |
For
more information on the Powerware
Expansion Chassis,
contact your nearest
National Power sales representative. |
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Specifications and Documentation
