Use of Third-Party Drivers with APC UPSs Advisory

This document warns against using non-APC approved software with proprietary drivers to manage APC UPSs, citing risks such as unpredictable system behavior, data errors, and shutdowns due to reverse-engineered drivers. It advocates for open management standards like SNMP, DMI, and Web-based protocols, and offers free PowerChute plus software to customers currently using third-party drivers.