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What is the primary purpose of the Diagnostics Tool in the Power Monitoring Expert system?
What is the primary purpose of the Diagnostics Tool in the Power Monitoring Expert system?
What is a benefit of using ION Setup to back up device settings?
What is a benefit of using ION Setup to back up device settings?
Which edition of the tool is specifically designed for healthcare applications?
Which edition of the tool is specifically designed for healthcare applications?
What kind of information can the Diagnostics Tool collect from the system?
What kind of information can the Diagnostics Tool collect from the system?
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What is a requirement for the Windows user account associated with the system?
What is a requirement for the Windows user account associated with the system?
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Why is it suggested to take a system snapshot of the Power Monitoring Expert?
Why is it suggested to take a system snapshot of the Power Monitoring Expert?
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What must be ensured regarding the System Key during re-installation?
What must be ensured regarding the System Key during re-installation?
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Which warning is related to restoring data in SQL Server?
Which warning is related to restoring data in SQL Server?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the System Diagnostics Tool?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the System Diagnostics Tool?
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What is an effective use case for backing up device settings?
What is an effective use case for backing up device settings?
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Where must an archive be saved according to the tool's limitations?
Where must an archive be saved according to the tool's limitations?
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Which statement best describes the function of the Configuration Manager in the context of Power Monitoring Expert?
Which statement best describes the function of the Configuration Manager in the context of Power Monitoring Expert?
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What is the consequence of writing a configuration to a system that has been previously customized?
What is the consequence of writing a configuration to a system that has been previously customized?
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How does the Diagnostics Tool assist in troubleshooting commissioning efforts?
How does the Diagnostics Tool assist in troubleshooting commissioning efforts?
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What does the Configuration Manager tool NOT transfer?
What does the Configuration Manager tool NOT transfer?
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What happens to the log while using the Configuration Manager tool?
What happens to the log while using the Configuration Manager tool?
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What is excluded when backing up an ION device into a device configuration file (*.dcf)?
What is excluded when backing up an ION device into a device configuration file (*.dcf)?
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Which type of files contain information about device configuration settings and can be saved as text files?
Which type of files contain information about device configuration settings and can be saved as text files?
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What is a primary reason for backing up a system?
What is a primary reason for backing up a system?
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Which statement about DCF files is correct?
Which statement about DCF files is correct?
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What can potentially cause a catastrophic event leading to system failure?
What can potentially cause a catastrophic event leading to system failure?
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Which of the following modules are retained in the DCF files?
Which of the following modules are retained in the DCF files?
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Which software is mentioned as related to system backup settings?
Which software is mentioned as related to system backup settings?
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During the initial deployment, what is the primary use of the Meter Configuration Report?
During the initial deployment, what is the primary use of the Meter Configuration Report?
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What is the primary function of Configuration Manager (CM) 2022?
What is the primary function of Configuration Manager (CM) 2022?
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Which of the following can CM 2022 read from?
Which of the following can CM 2022 read from?
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What type of file does CM 2022 use to save configuration information?
What type of file does CM 2022 use to save configuration information?
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Which source system does NOT support an upgrade to PME 2022?
Which source system does NOT support an upgrade to PME 2022?
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How many architectures does CM 2022 support for upgrades and migrations?
How many architectures does CM 2022 support for upgrades and migrations?
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What editions are supported for migration to PME 2022 from PME 8.x?
What editions are supported for migration to PME 2022 from PME 8.x?
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What is the significance of the note regarding PME 9.0 to PME 2022 migration?
What is the significance of the note regarding PME 9.0 to PME 2022 migration?
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Which statement is true regarding the configuration information read by CM 2022?
Which statement is true regarding the configuration information read by CM 2022?
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Study Notes
Diagnostics Tool
- Retrieves detailed information from Schneider Electric systems like Power Monitoring Expert
- Queries databases, files, and libraries
- Presents data in easily transportable files
- Used for troubleshooting software and hardware problems
- Used to take snapshots of a system’s status
- Used to test commissioning efforts
System Snapshot
- Retrieves diagnostics information from system databases, files, and libraries
- Packages information in a way that makes it easy to send to Technical Support
Backup Device Settings
- ION Setup v3.0 is used to backup device settings
- Useful for configuring a replacement device, deploying configurations to multiple devices, and restoring a device
Device Configuration Files (.DCF)
- ION Setup is used to backup an ION device into a device configuration file (*.dcf)
- Everything is copied except communication modules, security option modules, security user modules, and log mail modules
- .DCF files only function with devices of the same type and at least the same firmware version
Backup Software Settings
- Configuration Manager 2022 is used to backup the system
- Backups are used for hardware failure like motherboard or hard drive failures
- Backups are used for catastrophic events like fire, earthquake, or flood
- Backups allow for an identical installation of PME to be redeployed
Configuration Manager 2022
- An add-on tool for PME
- Reads configuration information stored in various places like databases, windows registry, file system, and configurations files
- Reads, inspects, copies, and transfers a PME configuration between systems
- Used for upgrades and migrations between different architectures and languages
Requirements
- System Key is required for re-installation, upgrade, or migration of the system
- Windows user account must have administrative rights
- User must be a Login in SQL Server with sysadmin role for the database instance
Warnings
- You cannot restore data or configuration from a newer version of SQL to an older version
- Always run Configuration Manager by choosing Run as Administrator
- The CM tool is designed to write to a newly-installed PME system
- The Configuration Manager does not transfer PME licenses, nor does it provide warnings about licensing issues
- The Configuration Manager cannot determine if the provided key is correct for the source system configuration
- An archive cannot be saved to a network drive, you must use locally attached drive
- After a configuration is successfully written to a system, you must manually complete the configuration
- The log is not saved with the archive, it is retained only while the tool is running
- Restarting the tool erases the log
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Test your knowledge on the various diagnostics tools offered by Schneider Electric, including Power Monitoring Expert and ION Setup. This quiz covers system snapshots, backing up device settings, and understanding device configuration files. Perfect for those involved in troubleshooting and system configuration.