Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Alarm Annunciator Update rate
Issue
User would like to change interval for the Alarm banner update on the Web applications page of Power Monitoring Expert (PME)
Product
Power Monitoring Expert 8.x
Environment
Web Applications
Resolution
*Warning: Irreparable database damage can occur. This procedure should only be performed by users familiar with SQL Server Management Studio. Databases should be backed up prior to performing this procedure.*
1) Launch SQL Server Management Studio and connect to the instance where PME is running
2) Under Databases ->ApplicationModules -> Views, right click on [Configuration].[ConfigurationSettings] and select Edit top 200 rows
3) Look for the [Key] 'AlarmStatusUpdateIntervalSeconds' and change the value from 5 seconds to the desired update rate.
Note: reducing the interval below 5 seconds is not recommended and can lead to system performance issues.
PME 9.0 and Greater
1) In a web browser, navigate to the Web Applications by typing in http://[server name or IP address]/web into the address bar
2) Navigate to the Settings tab
3) Click on Alarms -> Alarm Views
4) You can adjust the update interval period here
5) Press Save
Recommendation
If you are using an older version of PME, consider upgrading to the latest version for improved protocol support and security. For assistance with integration or upgrades, contact Schneider Electric Technical Support at: pmo.support@se.com