MGE Introduces Software for Easy-to-Use Administration of Power Infrastructure

MGE UPS Systems Inc. has released an enhanced version of its Enterprise Power Manager (EPM) software that provides detailed control and monitoring for critical power infrastructure. Dedicated to power management functions, Enterprise Power Manager v2.0 supervisory software is designed for managing networked power devices such as uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) more easily and at a lower cost than the major network management system (NMS) platforms. By giving administrators an overall, consolidated view of the main operating parameters of all its UPS systems and key power components, EPM adds new levels of security and manageability to power systems.

"Simple to deploy using industry standards, EPM2 can carry out a scan for all UPSs from MGE as well as other suppliers supporting the standard UPS MIB," explained MGE's Vice President of Marketing, Hervé Tardy. "The user is then presented with a layout that can be easily configured, as required, according to the type of UPS, location, operating status, and other parameters."

The new EPM release features a representation mode that allows users to create their own customized electrical supervision diagrams with a web browser using icons or standard electrical symbols to show each connected device. Clicking on an icon in the layout shows detailed information about the operating and configuration parameters in a dedicated window. The new release also monitors an expanded list of devices including Source Transfer Switches and Static Switch Cabinets used in large power system configurations from MGE.

For maximum security, EPM uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and several levels of password protection for various types of users. IT systems with servers hosting MGE's new Network Shutdown Module v3.0 can be monitored to manage power dependency with their attached UPSs. The software is available now in a free 5-node version that can be downloaded from the company's website. This version can also be used to evaluate the software for a more extensive network use before purchasing versions for 50 or an unlimited number of devices.