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Automatic restart on UPS
I'm not familiar with the TrippLite software, but on other software from APC and Minuteman, we can specify "power restore restart" functions for both the UPS and server. You many want to contact TrippLite support and ask if you can do that in your case. -
Recommendation for LONG run time UPS for small load
Several UPS manufacturers make small systems that are rated for extended run times. Most of these have XL in their name and also connectors for extra battery packs. Generally the mfr will provide a table or graph for computing battery size vs run time needs. To be more specific, I've used XL... -
Residential Dect
Several consumer electronics manufacturer make DECT cordless phone system for single line and/or two line operation. You can find these at buy.com, newegg.com and other major electronics sites. I've also see DECT systems at Office Depot, OfficeMax and Staples stores. Offhand, I kinda like...- MacyH
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- Forum: -General Telephony discussion
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Help: Toshiba CTX100/iES32 system failing
Based on the tag info provided, it sounds like your company purchased the optional 5 year hardware warranty from TAIS (Toshiba America). (You should be able to confirm this on your original proposal and invoice for the CTX.) The TAIS 5 year warranty covers all dealer provided Toshiba hardware...- MacyH
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- Forum: -General Telephony discussion
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Sendmail question
Also, this will count the number of lines in the output file from aboveD wc -l /tmp/mailcount.txt- MacyH
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- Forum: Linux (server)
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Sendmail question
There's a statistics function in the sendmail system, but it's been too long, and it was kinda obscure. So... It's been a while since I've done sendmail, but here's a generic approach that may prove useful. Linux and Linux applications keep logs, usually /var/log. To be more specific, look...- MacyH
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- Forum: Linux (server)
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APC replacement advice
An additional note: Battery life is greatly influenced by two factors: temperature and number of dharge/discharge cycles. A small increase in either will have a noticable negative effect. So, if you have a warm server room or closet, replace the batteries more often. If the UPS goes into smart... -
APC replacement advice
APC says UPS batteries should last three to five years. Your batteries are long past their prime and proabably not reliable. It's unlikely the UPS itself is bad, APC's units are pretty reliable, though far from perfect. In my experience, gel cell batteries on critical equipment should be... -
APC Smart UPS 450 - hot case- what is wrong
This is usually caused by a failed battery, it has a shorted cell. It will swell and possibly melt. What to do? First, replace all the gel cell batteries in the UPS. This will usually return the unit to normal operation. In the event the charging controller is defective or out of adjustment...
