Ambient Temperature
The current air temperature registered by the Measure-UPS. Application
A computer program that performs work for the user and is not part of the operating system. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange)
A system of binary codes used to communicate text characters, such as letters and numbers, and control characters, such as tabs and linefeeds. Back-up
A copy of an original file, disk or program, made to ensure the information will be available if the original becomes unusable. Battery Capacity
The total power the battery is able to provide to the UPS, which is reported by PowerChute plus as a percentage of full capacity. Battery Volts
The battery voltage, in VDC (Voltage Direct Current), the UPS has available. Browser
A specialized program that provides access to hypertext data and Web sites. Cell
The intersection of a column and a row on a spreadsheet or a grid. Check Box
An on-screen square in which you click to select or deselect an option. Click
To depress a mouse button. Client
A personal computer, terminal or workstation which uses the services of a shared-network resource (a server). COM Port (Communications Port)
A connector on a computer to which you attach a cable to communicate with another machine or device. Command File
A file used to execute specific commands or functions. Configuration
The settings which define how a machine or application will perform. Contacts
Two-position (on or off) switches used by the Measure-UPS to monitor various conditions, including doors or windows being opened or closed, or a fire alarm reacting to a fire. Cursor
An on-screen symbol indicating the current point of action. CPIO
Copy in/out: a UNIX utility that copies files in or out of file archives. Data Log
A file containing power and environmental information generated by an APC smart-signalling UPS, and a Measure-UPS device. DC (Direct Current)
Electricity that moves through a circuit in one direction only. Batteries use DC. Default
When an action, command, parameter or setting has more than one selectable value, the default is the value applied when the user has not selected any other allowed values. Dialog Box
A window that enables a user to change optional values, or otherwise directly affect the operation of a machine or application. Directory
See Folder.
Drop-down List
A list of options or menus (displayed below a selected item) which disappears after a selection is made. See Popup Menu.
Equipment Load
Any equipment which connects with the UPS for its power. Fault
A malfunction which causes a machine or application to fail to perform as designed. FlexEvent
An event that you can configure to define how PowerChute plus responds to a specific situation. Folder
A list of files and sub-files stored on a machine. Frequency
Usually expressed as Hertz (Hz), the number of times an alternating current reverses direction in one second. This completes one cycle, which equals one Hertz. Hardware
The physical components of a system, including the central processing unit (CPU), memory, disks, and cables. Host
In APC's terminology, the machine which runs the PowerChute plus User Interface Module, or PowerNet SNMP Manager application. HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
A system of encoding documents for electronic publication on the Web. Hypertext
A method of electronically linking information for on-screen display. Icon
A graphic symbol for a program, file or document. Initialization File
The file which controls the behavior of PowerChute plus. See Configuration.
Interface
The part of a machine or application that allows interaction with another machine, application, or user. IP Address (Internet Protocol Address)
A unique, numerical identification, which identifies each machine connected to a TCP/IP network. LAN (Local Area Network)
A group of interconnected servers and workstations functioning within a specific, limited area, such as an office, building, or corporation. Load
The amount of power required by the equipment plugged into the UPS. Log File
A record of events, actions or data. Machine
A generic term for a personal computer, workstation, terminal or server. Menu Bar
A set of menus, each providing a drop-down list of options. MIB (Management Information Base)
For APC, a set of object identifications (OIDs) that an SNMP browser can use to monitor or control a UPS, Measure-UPS, or MasterSwitch. Monitor
To track the performance of software, hardware, or changes in environmental conditions. Mouse
A device used (as an alternative to keystrokes) to move the cursor or to make on-screen selections. Network
A group of machines connected with each other for communication, or to share resources, such as files or print servers. Online Documentation
Instructions available for viewing on a machine's screen. Online Help
Information available for display from within an application to help operators use the application. Operating System
The control program of your computer or network. It is the first program loaded when you turn on the computer, and it manages the operation of the computer, including tasks, data, peripheral devices, and security. Overload
An equipment load greater than the amount of voltage the UPS can safely provide. Parameter
A setting with optional values defining how the machine or application will perform. Path
The route that must be followed by a program or user to access a specific directory or file on a disk. Permissions
Authorization to access specific machines, files, or programs in a network. Poll
To access information from a machine or application at regular, pre-determined intervals. Popup Menu
A list of choices (displayed in front of the present window) which disappears after the user makes a selection. Protocol
A set of rules that governs the way data is conveyed through a network. Radio Buttons
A set of options, usually small circles, that limit a user to one selection at a time by automatically disabling all other options when one is chosen. Reboot
To restart the computer and operating system. Reinstall
To repeat the installation process to replace corrupted files or to add a component or feature. Runtime
How long the UPS can provide power to support the equipment load if the UPS goes on battery. Scroll
To use a mouse, keyboard arrow keys, or a scroll bar to move through a display to view information which the display cannot show all at once. Self-Test
A series of functions and operations, performed by a device to verify its own operation. Server
A machine or application which provides a network with a central source of information, programs, files or services. Shut Down
To close all applications and turn off the operating system. SmartBoost
During AC undervoltage conditions, a UPS normally switches to battery power in order to supply the correct voltage to user equipment. With SmartBoost, the UPS can actually correct the incoming voltage and restore it to its correct value without using any battery power. This feature extends battery life. SmartTrim
This feature automatically cuts voltage supplied to your computer system when it's too high. SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
The e-mail protocol most commonly used on the Internet. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
A network management protocol used on the Internet. Spike
A sudden, very brief increase in voltage. Surge
An increase in voltage which lasts longer than a spike. Threshold
A setting defining the boundary between a normal condition and an abnormal condition. Uninstall
To remove an application from a machine, usually by using a file or application specifically designed for that purpose. UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)
A device that can use one or more batteries to provide back-up power to its equipment load during power disturbances or interruptions. UPS Monitoring Module
The PowerChute plus component which communicates with the UPS and the PowerChute plus User Interface Module, logs data and events, notifies users of impending shutdowns and shuts down the operating system, when required. User Interface Module
The PowerChute plus component which directly interacts with the user. Utility Line Voltage
The voltage (in VAC) being supplied by power companies. VAC (Voltage Alternating Current)
Voltage which uses alternating current. See Utility Line Voltage.
Voltage
The power used by electrical devices. Voltage Conditioner
A filter for AC power that provides protection to attached equipment in cases of power surges, but not sags, brownouts, or blackouts. Window
A display that an application utilizes to provide information to a user. Workstation
A single-user machine which allows a user to access shared network services or work independently.