HP R1500 G3 UPS manual UPS does not start, UPS operates on battery only

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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.

For the location of individual LEDs, see "UPS front panel LED indicators (on page 7)."

UPS does not start

Action:

1.Be sure that the power cord is plugged in to a utility power receptacle.

2.Check the power source at the utility power receptacle.

3.Allow the UPS batteries to charge for 24 hours.

UPS operates on battery only

Action:

1.Save your work.

2.Power down the load devices connected to the UPS output receptacles.

3.Remove one or more load devices to reduce the power requirements.

4.Be sure the UPS configuration matches the utility voltage. Refer to "Selecting the UPS voltage configuration (on page 14)."

UPS frequently switches between utility and battery power

Action:

1.Check the input voltage and reconfigure the UPS.

2.Contact a qualified electrician to verify that the utility power is suitable for the UPS.

UPS does not provide the expected backup time

Action:

1.If the Overload LED is illuminated, remove one or more load devices to reduce the power requirements.

2.Power down the UPS ("Powering down the UPS" on page 21).

3.Verify the batteries are connected.

4.Allow the UPS batteries to charge for 24 hours.

5.Initiate a self-test ("Initiating a self-test" on page 20).

6.During extended power outages, save your work, power down the load devices, and then power down the UPS ("Powering down the UPS" on page 21) to conserve battery power.

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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 Installation PrecautionsPreparing to install the hardware 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 Silencing an audible alarm UPS operationsModes of operation 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 Troubleshooting LED and audible alarm troubleshootingAlarm LED Be silenced Green Yellow Red 20?UPS operates on battery only UPS frequently switches between utility and battery powerUPS does not provide the expected backup time UPS does not startUPS emits a slight clicking noise Site wiring conditionUPS cannot communicate with the host computer Specifications UPS physical specificationsUPS input specifications UPS output specificationsBattery specifications Voltage specificationsOutput tolerance specifications Output feature specificationsBattery runtime Environmental specificationsPin number Signal name Function Direction from the UPS Serial communications port pin assignmentGND UPS spare parts list SparesOrdering spares Hardware optionsHP contact information Support and other resourcesBefore you contact HP Warranty information Limited warranty$250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Pre-Failure Battery WarrantyRecommended duration of use Federal Communications Commission notice Regulatory compliance noticesRegulatory compliance identification numbers Modifications CablesCanadian notice Avis Canadien 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