HP UPS R1500 GENERATION 2 manual UPS operations, Modes of operation, Standby mode, Operate mode

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UPS operations

Modes of operation

The UPS has three modes of operation:

Standby mode (on page 23)

Operate mode (on page 23)

Battery mode (on page 24)

Standby mode

In Standby mode:

No power is available at the UPS output receptacles.

The UPS charges the batteries as necessary.

The UPS can be placed in Standby mode when the UPS is in Operate mode (the Power On LED ("UPS front panel LED indicators" on page 8) is illuminated).

To place the UPS in Standby mode, press and hold the Power On/Standby button ("UPS front panel controls" on page 7) until the audible alarm sounds. The Power On LED turns off and power to the load ceases.

IMPORTANT: While in Standby mode, the UPS maintains the charge on the batteries, but no power is available at the output receptacles. The UPS remains in Standby mode until an alternate mode is selected or until utility power is removed.

Operate mode

In Operate mode:

Power is available at the UPS receptacles.

The UPS charges the batteries as necessary.

The UPS can be placed in Operate mode if either of the following conditions applies:

The UPS is powered up and in Standby mode (on page 23).

The UPS is powered down and no utility power is available.

To place the UPS in Operate mode, press and hold the Power On/Standby button ("UPS front panel controls" on page 7) until the UPS acknowledges compliance with a short beep. The Power On, Load 1 and Load 2 LEDs ("UPS front panel LED indicators" on page 8) illuminate, indicating that power is available at the UPS output receptacles.

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Contents Part Number December 2009 Second Edition HP UPS R1500 Generation 2 User GuideIntended audience Contents Before you contact HP HP contact information Ordering spares UPS spare parts list Hardware optionsElectrostatic discharge UPS front panel Component identificationUPS R1500 G2 overview Description Function UPS front panel controlsUPS R1500 G2 NA/JPN/TWN rear panel UPS front panel LED indicatorsDescription UPS R1500 G2 Intl rear panelInput power connector IEC-320-C14 power inlet Tools required InstallationPrecautions Preparing to install the hardwareReadying the equipment Installing the mounting railsInstallation Installation Installation Tighten the wing nuts or hex nuts Installing the UPSConnecting the batteries Attaching the UPS front bezel Connect the battery lead to the battery terminalConnecting the host computer Selecting the UPS voltage configurationConnecting the USB communications port Connecting the Network Transient ProtectorsConnecting the serial communications port Connecting devices to the UPS Connecting the UPS to utility powerCharging the UPS batteries Powering up the UPSModes of operation Standby modeOperate mode UPS operationsInitiating a self-test Silencing an audible alarmPowering down the UPS Battery modePower management software Power managementRemoving the UPS front bezel Replacing the UPS option card MaintenanceReplacing the batteries Important battery safety informationBattery care and storage guidelines To replace the component, reverse the removal procedureUPS battery replacement procedure Replacing the UPS Testing the new battery moduleTo remove the UPS Power down all attached load devices Updating the UPS firmware Configuring a USB to serial converterReassigning the USB COM ports Cleaning battery spills Red Silenced Yellow TroubleshootingLED and audible alarm troubleshooting UPS does not start UPS operates on battery onlyUPS frequently switches between utility and battery power UPS does not provide the expected backup timeUPS emits a slight clicking noise Site wiring conditionUPS cannot communicate with the host computer UPS output specifications SpecificationsUPS physical specifications UPS input specificationsOutput tolerance specifications Battery specificationsPower protection specifications Voltage specificationsSerial communications port pin assignment Battery runtimeEnvironmental specifications DSR Pin Signal Function Direction from the UPS Number NameHardware options UPS spare parts listSpares Ordering sparesHP contact information Technical supportBefore you contact HP Pre-Failure Battery Warranty Warranty informationLimited warranty $250,000 Computer Load Protection GuaranteeRecommended duration of use Federal Communications Commission notice Regulatory compliance noticesRegulatory compliance identification numbers Cables ModificationsEuropean Union regulatory notice Canadian notice Avis CanadienJapanese notice Class a equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement noticeBsmi notice Korean notice Power cord statement for Japan Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Electrostatic dischargePreventing electrostatic discharge Acronyms and abbreviations Index LEDs, troubleshooting USB connectors