Win XP equipped with computer protection god "UPS"

Computer shop news Computer also needs to protect God? Maybe you don't need it, but as far as I know, there are a lot of friends who can't use a stable voltage for various reasons or often lose power when using a computer. Therefore, the author suggests that these friends, especially those who use computers to do important work, should be equipped with UPS for your computer! UPS is also called “uninterruptible power supply”, which is a device that is connected between the computer and the power supply to ensure that the current is not disturbed. It uses a battery to keep the computer operating for a period of time after a power outage, usually providing protection against excessive voltage and low voltage. It can be called a computer loyal protector!

Below, the author takes Windows XP as an example (Note: Windows 9X/Me/2000/NT system can refer to) to explain the installation, configuration and use of computer protection God "uninterruptible power supply (UPS)" ; related skills.

1. Installing UPS Devices

Installing UPS devices in Windows XP must be logged in as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group to complete. Please follow the manufacturer's instructions for physical installation of the UPS equipment. 1. First open the power option in “Control Panel”. 2. Then click “Select” on the "UPS" tab. 3. Click on the manufacturer of the UPS connected to the computer under "Select Manufacturer" in the "UPS Selection" dialog box. 4. Next, click on the model of the UPS connected to your computer under "Select Model". 5. Finally, under “Ports”, click on the serial port to connect to the UPS, then click “Done” to complete. When you need to open the “Power Options” button, click “Start”→“Control Panel”→“Performance and Maintenance", then click “Power Options” Use “Power Options" in “Control Panel" to adjust any power management options supported by your computer's hardware configuration. Since these options vary widely between different computers, the options I describe here may differ from what you see. “Power Options<quo; will automatically detect the information available on your computer and display only the options you can control.

Second, the UPS device configured with simple signal transmission

You must still log in as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group to complete the process.

1. First open the power management in “Control Panel”. 2. Click “Select” on the "UPS" tab. 3. Then select "General" in the "UPS Selection" dialog box under "Select Manufacturer". 4. Next select “Customize” in “Select Model". 5. In the "Ports", select the COM port to which the UPS device is connected, and then click “Next”. 6. Finally, correctly set the UPS signal polarity in the “UPS Interface Configuration” dialog box: power failure/starting battery; insufficient power; UPS is off. 7. Click “Complete”

Configuring UPS Devices

Log in as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group to complete the process. 1. First open the power option in “Control Panel”. 2. Click “Configuration” on the "UPS" tab. 3. Then change one or more of the following settings in the "UPS Configuration" dialog:

(1) Enable all notifications

If you want Windows to configure an uninterruptible power supply ( UPS) device displays a warning message when the computer switches to UPS power, select this check box. You can specify the number of seconds to wait before displaying the initial power failure warning message and the number of seconds that must elapse before the subsequent power failure message is displayed.

(2) Critical Alerts

If you want your computer to use UPS power for a specified period of time and Windows issues a critical alert again, then check the minutes before the critical alarm. Number & rdquo; checkbox. If you want Windows to run a program or task when the UPS activates a critical power alarm, check the “Run this program when an alarm occurs” checkbox. Click “Configure" in the "UPS System Shutdown Procedure" dialog box, in "Run", type the program or task to be run before the UPS shuts down the computer, or click "Browse" search Program or task. Customize the appropriate task schedule on the "Schedule" tab. In the “Settings' tab, customize the settings for the completion, idle time, and power management of scheduled tasks as appropriate. In the "Next, instruct the computer to do" list, click on the system state that you want the computer to enter when a power shortage alarm occurs. If you want the UPS to turn off when the computer is turned off, then check the “ Finally, close the UPS” checkbox. To turn on “Power Options", click “Start","Control Panel", "Performance & Maintenance", and then click “Power Options”. The command file must reside in the Systemroot\\System32 folder and contain one of the following extensions: .exe, .com, .bat, or .cmd. You cannot specify a command file that causes the dialog to be displayed, because a dialog box that requires user input will prevent the system from shutting down gracefully.

Note: The command file must be run within 30 seconds. If it runs for more than 30 seconds, it will threaten Windows to complete the function of shutting down the system normally.

After configuring the UPS option, be sure to test the UPS configuration to verify that the computer has power-down protection. The options for configuring the UPS service depend on the specific UPS hardware installed on the system. Incorrect settings may result in unwanted UPS hardware operation. Please refer to your UPS device documentation for details on the settings.

IV. Testing UPS Device Configuration

First disconnect the power supply from the UPS device to simulate power failure. When the UPS battery reaches the lowest level, the system should start to shut down. Restore the power of the UPS device and check the system log in the “Event Viewer” to ensure that all operations are recorded accurately. Save and close all open documents and programs before performing similar tests. When the connection between the power supply and the UPS device is disconnected, the computers and peripherals connected to the UPS device will continue to operate and a warning message will be displayed on the screen. If the UPS service is configured to run a command file, make sure the file is executed within 30 seconds. If you can't finish running in 30 seconds, it will endanger the safe shutdown of your computer. Please be sure to pay attention!

V. Using UPS Services

Once you have purchased an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for your computer, you can use the UPS service as a “power option” in your computer’s “Control Panel”. ” to set this action option. The "UPS" tab in the "Power Options" allows you to control how the UPS service works on your computer. The availability of UPS settings will depend on the specific UPS hardware installed on your system. These settings may include the following options:

1. Connect the serial port of the UPS device. 2. The conditions that trigger the UPS device to send signals, such as power failure of the device, insufficient battery power, and remote shutdown of the UPS device. 3. The time interval between maintaining battery power, recharging, and sending an alarm message after a power failure.

VI. Deleting UPS Devices

When you need to delete a UPS device for any reason, you must still log in as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group to complete the process. 1. Please open the power option in “Control Panel”. 2. Click “Select” on the "UPS" tab. 3. Then click “No " in the "UPS Selection" dialog box"Select Manufacturer". 4. Finally, turn off the computer and restart to delete the UPS device.