Monitored UPS uninterruptible power supply

How do I monitor my APC uninterruptible power supply (UPS) devices?

To monitor the health, performance, and statistics of your APC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) devices, add the UPS device for monitoring. Monitored metrics cover the UPS status, the battery status, remaining run time, battery capacity, battery temperature, or output load.

What is UPS / uninterruptible power supply?

UPS or Uninterruptible Power Supply is vital protection against loss of data and costly hardware damage. It ensures that the network systems are operational when the main source of power fails. Therefore, if not monitored properly the company may put risks of downtime to their data center, server room, and other crucial equipment.

What is ups monitoring?

UPS monitoring is the process of monitoring the different metrics of UPS devices in a network, including voltage, current, battery status, and charge, so they are always up, available, and working. Monitoring critical performance metrics is crucial for maintenance, uptime, and to upgrade your power system to handle extended outages.

Why do you need a ups monitor?

A UPS monitor can protect against power outages and surges, making it an essential part of keeping your systems safe. UPS monitoring tools also help you monitor the battery performance and to check the battery charging status so that you’re prepared for any upcoming challenges beforehand. A UPS monitor is an important tool for computer users.