HP R1500 G3 UPS manual Updating the UPS firmware, Configuring a USB to serial converter

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2.Remove the two screws securing the option card, and then slide the card out.

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.

CAUTION: Only one communications port can be connected to the host computer. Connecting more than one will result in unexpected UPS behavior. If an option card is installed, the serial and USB communications ports are automatically disabled.

NOTE: Replacing the option card might require power protector software to be restarted or reconfigured.

Updating the UPS firmware

To update the UPS firmware, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower).

Configuring a USB to serial converter

NOTE: This procedure was tested on the Windows® XP Professional, Windows Server® 2003, and Windows® Vista Enterprise operating systems using the HP USB to serial converter (part number 304098-001). Depending on your system configuration, a driver download might be required to successfully install the converter. The driver can be downloaded from the USB-Drivers website (http://www.usb-drivers.com/drivers/123/123294.htm).

To configure a USB port to the COM 1 port on systems that do not have available serial ports:

1.Connect the USB to serial converter to the USB port on your system.

2.For Windows Vista, click Start, select Control Panel, double-click System and Maintenance, and then skip to step 4.

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For Windows XP, click Start, select Control Panel, click Performance and Maintenance, and then click System.

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Contents HP R1500 G3 UPS User Guide Part Number August EditionPage Contents Before you contact HP HP contact information Power Protector softwareOrdering spares UPS spare parts list Hardware options Electrostatic discharge UPS front panel Component identificationUPS R1500 G3 overview Description Function UPS front panel LED indicatorsUPS front panel controls Description UPS R1500 G3 NA/JPN/TWN rear panelLED description UPS R1500 G3 Intl rear panel Preparing to install the hardware InstallationPrecautions Tools requiredInstalling the UPS Readying the equipmentConnecting the batteries Attaching the UPS front bezel Selecting the UPS voltage configuration Connecting the host computerConnecting the Network Transient Protectors Connecting the UPS to utility power Connecting devices to the UPSCharging the UPS batteries Installing the optional UPS Network ModulePowering up the UPS Installation Connecting the UPS Network Module Modes of operation Silencing an audible alarmUPS operations Initiating a self-testPowering down the UPS Removing the UPS front bezel Replacing the batteries MaintenanceImportant battery safety information Battery care and storage guidelines UPS battery replacement procedureMaintenance Replacing the UPS option card Testing the new battery moduleReplacing the UPS Configuring a USB to serial converter Updating the UPS firmwareReassigning the USB COM ports Maintenance Power management Power Protector softwarePower management Alarm LED Be silenced Green Yellow Red TroubleshootingLED and audible alarm troubleshooting 20?UPS does not provide the expected backup time UPS operates on battery onlyUPS frequently switches between utility and battery power UPS does not startUPS emits a slight clicking noise Site wiring conditionUPS cannot communicate with the host computer UPS input specifications SpecificationsUPS physical specifications UPS output specificationsOutput tolerance specifications Battery specificationsVoltage specifications Output feature specificationsPin number Signal name Function Direction from the UPS Battery runtimeEnvironmental specifications Serial communications port pin assignmentGND Ordering spares UPS spare parts listSpares Hardware optionsHP contact information Support and other resourcesBefore you contact HP $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Warranty informationLimited warranty Pre-Failure Battery WarrantyRecommended duration of use Federal Communications Commission notice Regulatory compliance noticesRegulatory compliance identification numbers Canadian notice Avis Canadien ModificationsCables Class a equipmentEuropean Union regulatory notice Japanese notice Bsmi notice Korean notice Battery replacement notice Power cord statement for JapanGrounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Electrostatic dischargePreventing electrostatic discharge Acronyms and abbreviations Documentation feedback Index Maintenance 22 modifications, FCC notice