FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS SM45 and SM65

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

SM45 and SM65

1. What is the difference between the SM45 and SM65? In hardware, the difference is that the SM45 has interfaces and power to suit the IAPS / APS subracks. The SM65 has connectors to suit larger systems. In software, there are no differences. The same software is used for both products. The software recognizes what product it is working in, and interacts appropriately with the interfaces. 2. Arent the SM45 and SM65 just a SM40 and SM60 with Ethernet? Yes, the operation, control functions, interfacing and alarms are very close. But there are some changes and enhancements: a) The SM45 and SM65 have a real time clock. This provides accurate timing for data and event logging. Equalize and Battery test now use the clock to start at a particular time of day (like the SM50), rather than a fixed interval from the last test (like the SM40/60). b) The event log now has 10,000 records (not 100 as per the SM40/60). c) There is a periodic data log, also with 10,000 records. d) Also, its more than just Ethernet its SNMP, web. 3. I want to configure my SM45 and SM65. What is the best way to do it? See the SM65 Handbook or APS Installation Guide (SM45 version) for full details. First, make sure you have the latest DCTools. You have these options: a) Serial Use a null modem cable to connect to the front panel and use a serial connection with DCTools, or b) Ethernet Go straight to using DCTools over Ethernet. Do this: Set the IP address Get an IP address and netmask from your network administrator. Apply power to the SM45/65.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS SM45 and SM65

On the keypad, press enter to go to the configuration menu. Press enter to edit the first part of the IP address. Use up/down arrows to change the value. Press enter to move to the next field. When you have edited all fields, press enter to save. Repeat for netmask.

Configure DCTools Create a new connection in DCTools with these settings: Connect using Server IP address Server port Telnet Local Network The SM45 / SM65 address 14000 not ticked

Enable comms. DCTools will work exactly as usual (sometimes faster).

Load the appropriate Master Configuration File and edit parameters as required.. Note: you can speed things up by using a serial connection to just set the IP address, and then go to Ethernet for the rest of the work. 4. Can I use ICE to configure the SM45 / SM65? Yes, but ICE only operates over a serial connection. 5. I was expecting the SM45 / 65 to have feature x. Why is not included? The rollout of new features is progressive, and may be changed without notice due to customer demand. If the feature you want is not included in the software you have, please check with the Product Manager (simon.sloane@powerware.com).

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