HP UPS Best Practices
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......2 Battery Replacement ...3 Select Load Appropriately / Sizing A UPS 3 Select Application Voltage / High volt VS Low Volt (120V or 208V 3 HP UPS Management...4 HP Power Manager Software...4 HP Management Module (AF401A 5 Rackmount UPS Model Numbers 6 Tower UPS Model Numbers ...6 UPS Options ...6 HP Rackmount UPS Advantages 6 HP Rackmount UPS Models...8 HP R1500 G2 Rackmount UPS 8 HP R3000 Rackmount UPS ...8 HP R/T3000 Rackmount UPS 9 HP...
......2 Battery Replacement ...3 Select Load Appropriately / Sizing A UPS 3 Select Application Voltage / High volt VS Low Volt (120V or 208V 3 HP UPS Management...4 HP Power Manager Software...4 HP Management Module (AF401A 5 Rackmount UPS Model Numbers 6 Tower UPS Model Numbers ...6 UPS Options ...6 HP Rackmount UPS Advantages 6 HP Rackmount UPS Models...8 HP R1500 G2 Rackmount UPS 8 HP R3000 Rackmount UPS ...8 HP R/T3000 Rackmount UPS 9 HP...
HP UPS Best Practices
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...allow for future system growth and for power on the low volt (120V) R3000 must be stored without periodically recharging the batteries. To facilitate the sizing of a UPS HP has provided a sizing tool that for the wire on inrush current, a good rule of thumb is important to ensure ... ranges from low voltage or high voltage system. at a 40ºC (104ºF) ambient, battery life is available as 120V. It is that the load will reduce "float" service life. Battery Replacement It is also affected by depth and frequency of discharges. Therefore, most servers can be accessed at...
...allow for future system growth and for power on the low volt (120V) R3000 must be stored without periodically recharging the batteries. To facilitate the sizing of a UPS HP has provided a sizing tool that for the wire on inrush current, a good rule of thumb is important to ensure ... ranges from low voltage or high voltage system. at a 40ºC (104ºF) ambient, battery life is available as 120V. It is that the load will reduce "float" service life. Battery Replacement It is also affected by depth and frequency of discharges. Therefore, most servers can be accessed at...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... Removing the ERM front bezel ...33 Replacing the UPS electronics module ...33 Replacing the UPS option card ...34 Replacing the batteries ...35 Important battery safety information 35 Battery care and storage guidelines 36 Determining when to replace batteries 36 Obtaining new batteries ...36 UPS battery replacement procedure 36 Testing the new battery module...38 Replacing the UPS ...38 Replacing the ERM ...38 Updating the...
... Removing the ERM front bezel ...33 Replacing the UPS electronics module ...33 Replacing the UPS option card ...34 Replacing the batteries ...35 Important battery safety information 35 Battery care and storage guidelines 36 Determining when to replace batteries 36 Obtaining new batteries ...36 UPS battery replacement procedure 36 Testing the new battery module...38 Replacing the UPS ...38 Replacing the ERM ...38 Updating the...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... Hardware options ...51 Technical support...52 Before you contact HP ...52 HP contact information...52 Warranty information...53 Limited warranty ...53 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 53 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty...53 Recommended duration of use...54 Regulatory compliance notices...users in private households in the European Union 57 Japanese notice ...58 BSMI notice ...59 Korean notice ...59 Battery replacement notice ...59 Taiwan battery recycling notice ...60 Power cord statement for Japan ...60 Electrostatic discharge ...61 Preventing electrostatic discharge ...61 Grounding ...
... Hardware options ...51 Technical support...52 Before you contact HP ...52 HP contact information...52 Warranty information...53 Limited warranty ...53 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 53 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty...53 Recommended duration of use...54 Regulatory compliance notices...users in private households in the European Union 57 Japanese notice ...58 BSMI notice ...59 Korean notice ...59 Battery replacement notice ...59 Taiwan battery recycling notice ...60 Power cord statement for Japan ...60 Electrostatic discharge ...61 Preventing electrostatic discharge ...61 Grounding ...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... prevent personal injury from the unit. • Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the batteries. • Do not short the external contacts of batteries. To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure. Read and observe the requirements in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 36)." 2. Remove the two screws securing the option card and slide...
... prevent personal injury from the unit. • Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the batteries. • Do not short the external contacts of batteries. To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure. Read and observe the requirements in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 36)." 2. Remove the two screws securing the option card and slide...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... 30 to remain in storage is very dusty, clean the outside of the UPS regularly with the utility voltage. UPS battery replacement procedure This component is implemented. Battery modules weigh 20 kg (44.1 lb). For the location of LEDs, see "Initiating a self-test (on page 28)." • Keep the area around the UPS...
... 30 to remain in storage is very dusty, clean the outside of the UPS regularly with the utility voltage. UPS battery replacement procedure This component is implemented. Battery modules weigh 20 kg (44.1 lb). For the location of LEDs, see "Initiating a self-test (on page 28)." • Keep the area around the UPS...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... LED is still illuminated, see "LED and audible alarm troubleshooting (on page 7)." If this occurs, repeat the UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 33). 11. For the location of their capacity within 4 hours • 100% of LEDs, see "UPS front panel controls (... cable. 7. Remove the UPS front bezel ("Removing the UPS front bezel" on page 36), and check the battery terminal connections. Replacing the UPS To remove the UPS: 1. Disconnect the battery leads. 12. Switch the circuit breaker for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. Testing the...
... LED is still illuminated, see "LED and audible alarm troubleshooting (on page 7)." If this occurs, repeat the UPS battery replacement procedure (on page 33). 11. For the location of their capacity within 4 hours • 100% of LEDs, see "UPS front panel controls (... cable. 7. Remove the UPS front bezel ("Removing the UPS front bezel" on page 36), and check the battery terminal connections. Replacing the UPS To remove the UPS: 1. Disconnect the battery leads. 12. Switch the circuit breaker for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. Testing the...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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...) Site wiring condition (on page 8)." Yes Continuous On battery-Input voltage is out of individual LEDs, see the HP Power Manager user guide available for download from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go /rackandpower). 2. If the LED does not turn off, replace the electronics module. ("Replacing the UPS electronics module" on page 31). Reduce...
...) Site wiring condition (on page 8)." Yes Continuous On battery-Input voltage is out of individual LEDs, see the HP Power Manager user guide available for download from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go /rackandpower). 2. If the LED does not turn off, replace the electronics module. ("Replacing the UPS electronics module" on page 31). Reduce...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... for the UPS. If the condition persists, contact an HP authorized service representative. If conditions worsen, the UPS might be unstable or in brownout conditions. If the LED does not turn off, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 28). 2. b. Action: 1. Allow the UPS batteries to cool: a. If the condition persists, verify that the...
... for the UPS. If the condition persists, contact an HP authorized service representative. If conditions worsen, the UPS might be unstable or in brownout conditions. If the LED does not turn off, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 28). 2. b. Action: 1. Allow the UPS batteries to cool: a. If the condition persists, verify that the...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... 24 hours. 3. UPS does not provide the expected backup time Action: 1. Action: 1. Verify that the utility power is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31) to update the UPS firmware. Power down the UPS ("Powering down the UPS" on page 36). Initiate ...of attached servers when the UPS is in a low battery condition. 2. ERM cannot be configured from the UPS front panel Action: See the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower) to conserve battery power. If the Battery Fault LED is suitable for 24 hours. 4. Troubleshooting 45...
... 24 hours. 3. UPS does not provide the expected backup time Action: 1. Action: 1. Verify that the utility power is red, replace the batteries ("UPS battery replacement procedure" on page 31) to update the UPS firmware. Power down the UPS ("Powering down the UPS" on page 36). Initiate ...of attached servers when the UPS is in a low battery condition. 2. ERM cannot be configured from the UPS front panel Action: See the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower) to conserve battery power. If the Battery Fault LED is suitable for 24 hours. 4. Troubleshooting 45...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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...should not be disposed of fire and burns exists if the battery is not properly handled. BSMI notice Korean notice Class A equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement notice WARNING: Power products contain sealed lead-acid battery modules. To forward them to recycling or proper disposal, use ... recharge the battery. • Do not expose the battery to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents. Regulatory compliance notices 59 A risk of together with the general household waste. To reduce the risk of in fire or water. For more information about battery replacement or proper ...
...should not be disposed of fire and burns exists if the battery is not properly handled. BSMI notice Korean notice Class A equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement notice WARNING: Power products contain sealed lead-acid battery modules. To forward them to recycling or proper disposal, use ... recharge the battery. • Do not expose the battery to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents. Regulatory compliance notices 59 A risk of together with the general household waste. To reduce the risk of in fire or water. For more information about battery replacement or proper ...
HP UPS R3000 User Guide
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... devices to UPS 23 contacting HP 52 cord retention clip locations 9, 10, 11 cord retention clips, connecting 23 D Declaration of Conformity 56 devices, connecting 22, 23 diagnostics 30 dimensions, ERM 46 dimensions, UPS 46 disposal, battery 57, 59 duration of use 54 E electrical requirements 14 electronics module, replacing 33 electrostatic discharge 61 environmental...
... devices to UPS 23 contacting HP 52 cord retention clip locations 9, 10, 11 cord retention clips, connecting 23 D Declaration of Conformity 56 devices, connecting 22, 23 diagnostics 30 dimensions, ERM 46 dimensions, UPS 46 disposal, battery 57, 59 duration of use 54 E electrical requirements 14 electronics module, replacing 33 electrostatic discharge 61 environmental...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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Replacing the batteries ...87 Important battery safety information 87 Battery care and storage guidelines 87 UPS battery replacement procedure 88 Testing the new battery module ...89 Replacing the UPS ...89 Replacing the ERM ...90 Updating the UPS firmware ...91 Verifying the HP UPS Management Module firmware version 91 Configuring a USB to serial converter 91 Reassigning the USB COM ports ...92 Troubleshooting...
Replacing the batteries ...87 Important battery safety information 87 Battery care and storage guidelines 87 UPS battery replacement procedure 88 Testing the new battery module ...89 Replacing the UPS ...89 Replacing the ERM ...90 Updating the UPS firmware ...91 Verifying the HP UPS Management Module firmware version 91 Configuring a USB to serial converter 91 Reassigning the USB COM ports ...92 Troubleshooting...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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...Parallel terminal block connector from the unit. • Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the batteries. • Do not short the external contacts of supporting the load. Replacing the batteries To replace the batteries: 1. Read and observe the requirements in water. • Do not expose to "Configuring the... between the For Parallel Use Only and Standalone/Parallel terminals on each Parallel UPS Card in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on top of time the UPS uses battery power by matching the UPS configuration with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts...
...Parallel terminal block connector from the unit. • Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the batteries. • Do not short the external contacts of supporting the load. Replacing the batteries To replace the batteries: 1. Read and observe the requirements in water. • Do not expose to "Configuring the... between the For Parallel Use Only and Standalone/Parallel terminals on each Parallel UPS Card in "UPS battery replacement procedure (on top of time the UPS uses battery power by matching the UPS configuration with insulated handles. • Do not place tools or metal parts...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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...the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode. However, HP recommends transferring the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode manually BEFORE disconnecting the control panel to provide extra protection to charge the batteries for an extended period, recharge the batteries every 6 months: CAUTION: Because of the... configuration-See "Powering down the parallel system (on page 81). Maintenance 88 UPS battery replacement procedure This component is hot-swappable and can be replaced without powering down the UPS. 1. (optional) To replace the component with a vacuum cleaner. • Maintain the ambient temperature at 25°...
...the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode. However, HP recommends transferring the UPS to Auto-Bypass mode manually BEFORE disconnecting the control panel to provide extra protection to charge the batteries for an extended period, recharge the batteries every 6 months: CAUTION: Because of the... configuration-See "Powering down the parallel system (on page 81). Maintenance 88 UPS battery replacement procedure This component is hot-swappable and can be replaced without powering down the UPS. 1. (optional) To replace the component with a vacuum cleaner. • Maintain the ambient temperature at 25°...
HP 3 Phase UPS User Guide
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..., insufficient 100 batteries, care and storage 87 batteries, charging 25, 63 batteries, replacing 87, 88 batteries, specifications 104 battery bracket 19, 20 battery circuit breaker 24 battery circuit breaker, troubleshooting 95 Battery Low Alarm level, setting 70 Battery mode 66 battery tests 71 battery warranty 109 battery, installing 19 ...configuring, Parallel UPS Card 41 connecting devices to UPS 24 connecting, bus bar 35 connectors 7, 10, 12 contacting HP 107 continuous double-conversion mode 65 control terminals, installing 74 control terminals, overview 76 D Declaration of Conformity 108...
..., insufficient 100 batteries, care and storage 87 batteries, charging 25, 63 batteries, replacing 87, 88 batteries, specifications 104 battery bracket 19, 20 battery circuit breaker 24 battery circuit breaker, troubleshooting 95 Battery Low Alarm level, setting 70 Battery mode 66 battery tests 71 battery warranty 109 battery, installing 19 ...configuring, Parallel UPS Card 41 connecting devices to UPS 24 connecting, bus bar 35 connectors 7, 10, 12 contacting HP 107 continuous double-conversion mode 65 control terminals, installing 74 control terminals, overview 76 D Declaration of Conformity 108...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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United States Only A-2 Modifications...A-3 Cables ...A-3 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...A-4 Class A Equipment...A-4 Class B Equipment ...A-4 European Union Notice...A-4 Japanese Notice...A-5 China Taiwan Notice...A-5 Battery Replacement Notice ...A-6 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods ...B-1 iv HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide Contents Chapter 3 Configuration Placing the UPS in Configure Mode...3-1 Configuration Parameters ...3-2 Changing Configuration Parameters 3-4 Chapter...
United States Only A-2 Modifications...A-3 Cables ...A-3 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...A-4 Class A Equipment...A-4 Class B Equipment ...A-4 European Union Notice...A-4 Japanese Notice...A-5 China Taiwan Notice...A-5 Battery Replacement Notice ...A-6 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods ...B-1 iv HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide Contents Chapter 3 Configuration Placing the UPS in Configure Mode...3-1 Configuration Parameters ...3-2 Changing Configuration Parameters 3-4 Chapter...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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...; Load segment control HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide 1-1 1 Overview This chapter contains a general overview of the UPS. UPS Features The following features make the UPS versatile and easy to use: • Industry-leading 2U design • Modular design for reduced downtime and ease of battery replacement • Communications port...
...; Load segment control HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide 1-1 1 Overview This chapter contains a general overview of the UPS. UPS Features The following features make the UPS versatile and easy to use: • Industry-leading 2U design • Modular design for reduced downtime and ease of battery replacement • Communications port...
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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... need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. 1 100% 1 25% Figure 4-1: Bad Battery/Low Battery LED When a battery alarm sounds, initiate a UPS battery self-test to the section, "Initiating a Self-Test," in Chapter 2. 4-2 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide For more information on initiating a self-test, refer to verify that battery replacement is required.
... need to be replaced within 30 to 60 days. 1 100% 1 25% Figure 4-1: Bad Battery/Low Battery LED When a battery alarm sounds, initiate a UPS battery self-test to the section, "Initiating a Self-Test," in Chapter 2. 4-2 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide For more information on initiating a self-test, refer to verify that battery replacement is required.
UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide
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... wall outlet. Power requirements exceed UPS capacity (103% to utility power. Other than battery replacement, there are flashing red, and there is defective. Contact an HP authorized service representative. UPS fault condition. Troubleshooting Table 5-3: Alarm Troubleshooting continued Alarm or...The Utility LED ( ) is not available; Battery mode is red. The General Alarm ( ), On Battery ( ), Bad Battery/Low Battery ( ), Site Wiring Fault ( ), and Utility ( ) LEDs are no UPS user-serviceable parts. 5-6 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide ...
... wall outlet. Power requirements exceed UPS capacity (103% to utility power. Other than battery replacement, there are flashing red, and there is defective. Contact an HP authorized service representative. UPS fault condition. Troubleshooting Table 5-3: Alarm Troubleshooting continued Alarm or...The Utility LED ( ) is not available; Battery mode is red. The General Alarm ( ), On Battery ( ), Bad Battery/Low Battery ( ), Site Wiring Fault ( ), and Utility ( ) LEDs are no UPS user-serviceable parts. 5-6 HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide ...