MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
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TESTING YOUR UPS SYSTEM
Once you have set up your UPS system, you may wish to test it. Make sure that the UPS has been charged for at least
If you are using the MINUTEMAN PowerCenter:
1.With your UPS and computer on, open an application such as notepad.
2.Enter some data into the application.
3.Unplug the UPS from the AC wall outlet.
When a power failure occurs, the MINUTEMAN PowerCenter will appear on the screen. The outlet and battery symbols will change to indicate a power failure. The countdown timer will move towards zero. When the timer reaches zero, the software will begin to save and close any open applications. The software will
Once, the test has been completed, plug the UPS back into the AC wall outlet and turn it back on. You may then restart your computer. Please allow
If you are NOT using the MINUTEMAN PowerCenter:
1.Have your computer and UPS turned on.
2.Unplug the UPS from the AC wall outlet to simulate a power failure.
3.The UPS will begin beeping, indicating a power failure.
4.Save and close any open files.
5.Shut down the operating system.
6.Once the computer system is shutdown, turn the UPS off.
As the battery discharges, the unit will beep more rapidly, indicating that the battery is nearing dis- charge. Once the test is complete, plug the UPS back in and start your computer. Please allow 4- hours for the UPS to recharge before attempting another
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