Power management | HP UPS R1500 GENERATION 2 manual

Power management

Power management software

HP Power Manager software ensures maximum power reliability of computer systems through comprehensive control of UPSs. The easy-to-use browser interface enables novice users to configure and manage power protection settings. To download the latest version of HP Power Manager software, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower).

NOTE: To install and configure the software, see the software user guide. The software user guide is available for download from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower).

HP Power Manager:

•Does not require complex management systems, which simplifies deployment, configuration, and management of UPS-protected environments.

•Manages a graceful shutdown of attached devices during utility power failures.

•Prioritizes the timing of attached load device shutdowns.

•Shuts down and reboots any UPS and attached load devices based on a user-specified schedule.

•Customizes alert generation with modifiable dialog boxes, command execution, and email and broadcast messages.

•Monitors the status of the UPS and reports alarms.

•Displays a power log for analysis.

•Manages independent UPS load segments to provide separate power control of attached load devices.

•Delays reboot by load segment after a power outage to sequence the startup of system components.

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Contents

Part Number December 2009 Second Edition HP UPS R1500 Generation 2 User Guide Intended audience Contents Before you contact HP HP contact information Ordering spares UPS spare parts list Hardware options Electrostatic discharge UPS R1500 G2 overview Component identificationUPS front panel Description Function UPS front panel controls UPS R1500 G2 NA/JPN/TWN rear panel UPS front panel LED indicators Description UPS R1500 G2 Intl rear panel Input power connector IEC-320-C14 power inlet Precautions InstallationPreparing to install the hardware Tools required Readying the equipment Installing the mounting rails Installation Installation Installation Tighten the wing nuts or hex nuts Installing the UPS Connecting the batteries Attaching the UPS front bezel Connect the battery lead to the battery terminal Connecting the host computer Selecting the UPS voltage configuration Connecting the serial communications port Connecting the Network Transient ProtectorsConnecting the USB communications port Connecting devices to the UPS Connecting the UPS to utility power Charging the UPS batteries Powering up the UPS Operate mode Standby modeUPS operations Modes of operation Powering down the UPS Silencing an audible alarmBattery mode Initiating a self-test Power management software Power management Removing the UPS front bezel Replacing the UPS option card Maintenance Battery care and storage guidelines Important battery safety informationTo replace the component, reverse the removal procedure Replacing the batteries UPS battery replacement procedure To remove the UPS Power down all attached load devices Testing the new battery moduleReplacing the UPS Updating the UPS firmware Configuring a USB to serial converter Reassigning the USB COM ports Cleaning battery spills LED and audible alarm troubleshooting TroubleshootingRed Silenced Yellow UPS frequently switches between utility and battery power UPS operates on battery onlyUPS does not provide the expected backup time UPS does not start UPS cannot communicate with the host computer Site wiring conditionUPS emits a slight clicking noise UPS physical specifications SpecificationsUPS input specifications UPS output specifications Power protection specifications Battery specificationsVoltage specifications Output tolerance specifications Environmental specifications Battery runtimeSerial communications port pin assignment DSR Pin Signal Function Direction from the UPS Number Name Spares UPS spare parts listOrdering spares Hardware options Before you contact HP Technical supportHP contact information Limited warranty Warranty information$250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Pre-Failure Battery Warranty Recommended duration of use Regulatory compliance identification numbers Regulatory compliance noticesFederal Communications Commission notice Cables Modifications European Union regulatory notice Canadian notice Avis Canadien Japanese notice Bsmi notice Korean notice Battery replacement noticeClass a equipment Class B equipment Power cord statement for Japan Preventing electrostatic discharge Electrostatic dischargeGrounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Acronyms and abbreviations Index LEDs, troubleshooting USB connectors