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Have had a couple of desktops that have gone kaput more or less from the power glitches we get in my area so, with this last replacement I decided to but myself a UPS. It is Cyber Power model AVRG 750LCD. Got it all hooked up and running and then went to their site to register warranty, they suggested Down loading the power panel software so I did. After D/L I tried to open but my mac refuses to open because it says the software is from an unknown publisher. Any one have any ideas on this or do I really need it? SigP229R Harry Callahan "A man has got to know his limitations". Teddy Roosevelt "Talk soft carry a big stick" I Cor10: 13 "1611KJV" | ||
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Right-click, open, will get around most of those unsigned publisher issues. -- I always prefer reality when I can figure out what it is. JALLEN 10/18/18 https://sigforum.com/eve/forum...610094844#7610094844 | |||
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Thanks tried that already, NO go! SigP229R Harry Callahan "A man has got to know his limitations". Teddy Roosevelt "Talk soft carry a big stick" I Cor10: 13 "1611KJV" | |||
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quarter MOA visionary |
Truth be told you really don't need the software. Don't know about Macs but Windows has it built-in. Except for server-grade UPS's (this one is not) most of the UPS software is useless anyway. YMMV | |||
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Nullus Anxietas |
Hmmm... Dunno if I'd agree with that, but I don't know any of that software. (In fact I've never heard of "Cyber Power.") Using some variant of Unix on all my stuff, I've rarely used manufacturer-supplied UPS software. While it's true most modern filesystems are pretty tolerant of abrupt power loss, and most desktops aren't running things like database software, the databases of which could be corrupted if abruptly interrupted in mid-update, still it's wise not to tempt fate. So I'd argue UPS monitoring software, which should notify an OS for an orderly shutdown, is a Good Idea. Often that software also gives one the ability to occasionally run a runtime test, so you can know when it's time to look at replacing the battery and for recalibrating runtime. (Speaking of which I need to do that on this beast. Way overdue.) "America is at that awkward stage. It's too late to work within the system,,,, but too early to shoot the bastards." -- Claire Wolfe "If we let things terrify us, life will not be worth living." -- Seneca the Younger, Roman Stoic philosopher | |||
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The One True IcePick |
Probably do not need to run the UPS software. Here is the Apple instructions for unknown publisher. https://support.apple.com/kb/PH25088?locale=en_US | |||
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You don't need it. It just gives you stuff like current load, runtime remaining, time since last "interaction" etc. Also allows scheduled self tests. Nice to have (if you care), but does not affect how the UPS behaves. I have a CP UPS backing my entertainment center, no pc at all. | |||
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Actually the software can be pretty useful. With our Macs it allows you to specify how low it’ll let the UPS battery to get and do a controlled shutdown of the computer to avoid damaging anything. I can’t remember if that is built into OSX or if it is software that came with the UPS as I’m not anywhere near them right now but I do know that the feature is there. Had to connect the Mac to the UPS via USB cable for this to happen. | |||
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| quarter MOA visionary |
I know you're not all up-to-speed > being retired and all  but Cyber Power is a common brand but the fact remains that only the better UPS's on servers need an orderly shutdown.Furthermore (speaking mainly of APC {also a partner}) the software is woefully inadequate except for a visual display. Also APC only supports an orderly shutdown on their smart units w/ Powerchute Software. Other brands may handle better but not by much. And protection from brown outs / drops/surges are probably more important for most desktops. You can shut your computer down manually if the power goes out or you go home. | |||
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Settings - security & privacy - General - unlock it. There should be a check box for apps off the web that didn't pay Apple for a cert. ************* MAGA | |||
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Don’t know exactly how but finally got it going. Thanks to all for the help. SigP229R Harry Callahan "A man has got to know his limitations". Teddy Roosevelt "Talk soft carry a big stick" I Cor10: 13 "1611KJV" | |||
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I just plugged my printer cable into the USB port on my Cyberpower CB 850 and got more shutdown options under energy saver/UPS so additional software really isn't needed.  CP by [url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/146780422@N05/][/url] | |||
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