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Depending on PowerChute version, you get more options. UPS also can be managed over network (PowerChute Business Edition). If you need only basic functionality - you can use default WinXP software (written by APC, btw).
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Depending on PowerChute version, you get more options. UPS also can be managed over network (PowerChute Business Edition). If you need only basic functionality - you can use default WinXP software (written by APC, btw).

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U can monitor ur UPS using the s/w... version specific. I had no prob with the Powerchute s/w so I install it.<br />

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U can monitor ur UPS using the s/w... version specific. I had no prob with the Powerchute s/w so I install it.


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I'm accepting DMOZ's answer. I really don't need the extra features and certainly don't need something else running in the tray.<br />
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Thanks for your time!
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I'm accepting DMOZ's answer. I really don't need the extra features and certainly don't need something else running in the tray.

Thanks for your time!

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I have an APC 725 UPS on a Windows XP Pro desktop system. The UPS came with &quot;Powerchute&quot; software to shut the PC down in the event of power failure.<br />
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It seems that XP will do that on its own if set correctly. Is there really any benefit to installing the Powerchute software?<br />
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I have an APC 725 UPS on a Windows XP Pro desktop system. The UPS came with "Powerchute" software to shut the PC down in the event of power failure.

It seems that XP will do that on its own if set correctly. Is there really any benefit to installing the Powerchute software?



UPS and software

A desktop computer is a personal computer designed for use at a single location due to its size and power requirements, usually by one person. The most common configuration has a case that houses the power supply, motherboard, disk storage (usually one or more hard disk drives and optical disc drives); a keyboard and mouse for input; and computer monitor and printer for output. The case may be oriented horizontally and placed atop a desk or vertically and placed underneath or beside a desk.