ISS Technology Update, Volume 9, Number 4
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... and recommends best practices when selecting a UPS. The input circuitry filters the source current and protects against stealthy, malicious code 4 Setting HP Smart Array controller cache ratio 5 Meet the Expert-Reza Bacchus ...6 Recently published Industry-Standard Server technology papers 7 Contact us ...7 Best ... the UPS output waveform. The transfer time can be suitable for your computer's power supply. Each consists of input circuitry, a battery bank and charger, as well as described below a predetermined level, the inverter turns on how long it is normally powered off....
... and recommends best practices when selecting a UPS. The input circuitry filters the source current and protects against stealthy, malicious code 4 Setting HP Smart Array controller cache ratio 5 Meet the Expert-Reza Bacchus ...6 Recently published Industry-Standard Server technology papers 7 Contact us ...7 Best ... the UPS output waveform. The transfer time can be suitable for your computer's power supply. Each consists of input circuitry, a battery bank and charger, as well as described below a predetermined level, the inverter turns on how long it is normally powered off....
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... in low-end line-interactive UPSs and some standby UPSs. however, the peak voltage may be manipulated to meet the output specifications, the battery will cause computer power supplies to run hotter, operate less efficiently, and have a shorter life than 2 ms. This waveform is controlled to...can change the tap on the design of 115 V or 120 V; The term double conversion means that of output from a square wave inverter HP UPSs do not output a square waveform. Output from a stepped or modified sine wave inverter 2 Representation of a true sine wave. If the ...
... in low-end line-interactive UPSs and some standby UPSs. however, the peak voltage may be manipulated to meet the output specifications, the battery will cause computer power supplies to run hotter, operate less efficiently, and have a shorter life than 2 ms. This waveform is controlled to...can change the tap on the design of 115 V or 120 V; The term double conversion means that of output from a square wave inverter HP UPSs do not output a square waveform. Output from a stepped or modified sine wave inverter 2 Representation of a true sine wave. If the ...
HP R/T3000 G2 UPS User Guide
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Contents Component identification ...7 UPS R/T3000 G2 overview...7 UPS front panel ...7 UPS front panel controls ...8 UPS front panel LED indicators ...8 HP UPS R/T3000 models ...9 R/T3000 NA and R/T3000j JPN rear panel 9 R/T3000h NA and R/T3000h JPN rear panel 10 R/T3000 INT rear ...materials...13 Selecting a site...14 Readying the equipment ...14 Installing the mounting rails ...14 Installing the UPS in a rack ...17 Connecting the battery leads...18 Attaching the UPS front bezel ...20 Connecting the host computer ...20 Connecting the REPO port ...21 Connecting the ground bonding cable 23...
Contents Component identification ...7 UPS R/T3000 G2 overview...7 UPS front panel ...7 UPS front panel controls ...8 UPS front panel LED indicators ...8 HP UPS R/T3000 models ...9 R/T3000 NA and R/T3000j JPN rear panel 9 R/T3000h NA and R/T3000h JPN rear panel 10 R/T3000 INT rear ...materials...13 Selecting a site...14 Readying the equipment ...14 Installing the mounting rails ...14 Installing the UPS in a rack ...17 Connecting the battery leads...18 Attaching the UPS front bezel ...20 Connecting the host computer ...20 Connecting the REPO port ...21 Connecting the ground bonding cable 23...
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... securing the power cords 39 UPS operations ...40 Modes of operation ...40 Standby mode ...40 Operate mode ...40 Configure mode ...41 Battery mode ...41 Auto-Bypass mode ...41 Operating the UPS front panel controls ...41 Configuring the UPS ...42 Initiating a self-test ...45 Removing the ERM front bezel...45 Replacing the batteries ...45 Important battery safety information 46 Battery care and storage guidelines 46 Determining when to replace batteries 46 Obtaining new batteries ...47 UPS battery replacement procedure 47 Testing the new battery module ...48 Replacing the UPS ...49 Replacing ...
... securing the power cords 39 UPS operations ...40 Modes of operation ...40 Standby mode ...40 Operate mode ...40 Configure mode ...41 Battery mode ...41 Auto-Bypass mode ...41 Operating the UPS front panel controls ...41 Configuring the UPS ...42 Initiating a self-test ...45 Removing the ERM front bezel...45 Replacing the batteries ...45 Important battery safety information 46 Battery care and storage guidelines 46 Determining when to replace batteries 46 Obtaining new batteries ...47 UPS battery replacement procedure 47 Testing the new battery module ...48 Replacing the UPS ...49 Replacing ...
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... ERM spare parts list ...65 Hardware options ...65 Support and other resources ...66 Before you contact HP...66 HP contact information ...66 Warranty information...67 Limited warranty ...67 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 67 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty ...67 Recommended duration of use ...68 Regulatory compliance notices ...69 Regulatory compliance identification numbers...
... ERM spare parts list ...65 Hardware options ...65 Support and other resources ...66 Before you contact HP...66 HP contact information ...66 Warranty information...67 Limited warranty ...67 $250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee 67 Pre-Failure Battery Warranty ...67 Recommended duration of use ...68 Regulatory compliance notices ...69 Regulatory compliance identification numbers...
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NOTE: To download the latest versions of 3300 VA/3000 W (these numbers might vary by model). UPS front panel Item Description 1 Battery compartment 2 Front panel display Component identification 7 Component identification UPS R/T3000 G2 overview The HP UPS R/T3000 G2 features a 2U rack-mount with convertible tower design and offers power protection for loads up to the latest versions of UPS firmware and software. To benefit from the latest product enhancements, update to a maximum of UPS firmware and software, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower).
NOTE: To download the latest versions of 3300 VA/3000 W (these numbers might vary by model). UPS front panel Item Description 1 Battery compartment 2 Front panel display Component identification 7 Component identification UPS R/T3000 G2 overview The HP UPS R/T3000 G2 features a 2U rack-mount with convertible tower design and offers power protection for loads up to the latest versions of UPS firmware and software. To benefit from the latest product enhancements, update to a maximum of UPS firmware and software, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower).
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UPS front panel controls Item Description 1 Test/Alarm Reset button 2 Off button 3 On button 4 Battery Start button Function Silences UPS alarms ("Silencing an audible alarm" on page 44) Places the UPS in Standby mode (on page 40) Powers up the UPS ("Starting power to the load" on page 26) Starts the UPS on battery power when pressed with the On button UPS front panel LED indicators Component identification 8
UPS front panel controls Item Description 1 Test/Alarm Reset button 2 Off button 3 On button 4 Battery Start button Function Silences UPS alarms ("Silencing an audible alarm" on page 44) Places the UPS in Standby mode (on page 40) Powers up the UPS ("Starting power to the load" on page 26) Starts the UPS on battery power when pressed with the On button UPS front panel LED indicators Component identification 8
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... (on page 55)" . The front panel is greater than 50%. Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 LED description Self Test Battery Fault Site Wiring Fault Overtemperature Overload On Bypass On Battery Utility Load level On-The load level is greater than 10%. On-The load level is greater than 100%. On-The... load level is greater than 25%. HP UPS R/T3000 models UPS model Description R/T3000 NA and R/T3000j JPN •...
... (on page 55)" . The front panel is greater than 50%. Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 LED description Self Test Battery Fault Site Wiring Fault Overtemperature Overload On Bypass On Battery Utility Load level On-The load level is greater than 10%. On-The load level is greater than 100%. On-The... load level is greater than 25%. HP UPS R/T3000 models UPS model Description R/T3000 NA and R/T3000j JPN •...
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...power at the UPS output receptacles to be connected to a remote, normally-open switch (not supplied). NOTE: If the UPS was operating on battery power when the remote switch was closed : • The REPO feature immediately powers down protected devices and does not utilize the orderly shutdown procedure... initiated by power management software. • The REPO feature shuts down UPS units operating under either utility or battery power. To restore power to the load devices after the REPO feature is activated, press the On button after the AC source is ...
...power at the UPS output receptacles to be connected to a remote, normally-open switch (not supplied). NOTE: If the UPS was operating on battery power when the remote switch was closed : • The REPO feature immediately powers down protected devices and does not utilize the orderly shutdown procedure... initiated by power management software. • The REPO feature shuts down UPS units operating under either utility or battery power. To restore power to the load devices after the REPO feature is activated, press the On button after the AC source is ...
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However, if the On button is pressed and a REPO is detected, battery start and the UPS assumes the load. To power down the entire network in the event of an emergency, the REPO ports of multiple UPS ... rear panel Item 1 2 3 Description Circuit breaker ERM output connector cable (to a single switch. IMPORTANT: Pressing and holding the On button without utility present normally initiates a battery start is inhibited and the UPS is not able to assume the load. The electronics module fan spins, and the Self Test...
However, if the On button is pressed and a REPO is detected, battery start and the UPS assumes the load. To power down the entire network in the event of an emergency, the REPO ports of multiple UPS ... rear panel Item 1 2 3 Description Circuit breaker ERM output connector cable (to a single switch. IMPORTANT: Pressing and holding the On button without utility present normally initiates a battery start is inhibited and the UPS is not able to assume the load. The electronics module fan spins, and the Self Test...
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WARNING: A risk of the UPS and batteries. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material ...
WARNING: A risk of the UPS and batteries. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material ...
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..., and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to its installation location. 3. Installing the mounting rails Installation 14 Check the battery recharge date specified on the label that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the circuits might be given to the connection ...IMPORTANT: Do not use of the rack environment might have on the battery recharge date label has passed without the battery being recharged, contact an HP authorized service representative for the specific UPS as the use the battery if the recharge date has passed. CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation...
..., and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to its installation location. 3. Installing the mounting rails Installation 14 Check the battery recharge date specified on the label that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the circuits might be given to the connection ...IMPORTANT: Do not use of the rack environment might have on the battery recharge date label has passed without the battery being recharged, contact an HP authorized service representative for the specific UPS as the use the battery if the recharge date has passed. CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation...
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2. Install the mounting ears on the chassis using the supplied screws. Attach the chassis to the rack using the screws provided. 3. Connecting the battery leads WARNING: To prevent personal injury from electric shock or damage to rail level and slide the chassis on each side, lift the chassis to the equipment, remove the battery lead labels, and verify that the ERM circuit breakers are in the Off position. With one person on the mounting rails. 4. Installation 18
2. Install the mounting ears on the chassis using the supplied screws. Attach the chassis to the rack using the screws provided. 3. Connecting the battery leads WARNING: To prevent personal injury from electric shock or damage to rail level and slide the chassis on each side, lift the chassis to the equipment, remove the battery lead labels, and verify that the ERM circuit breakers are in the Off position. With one person on the mounting rails. 4. Installation 18
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The ground bonding cable is plugged in, it automatically enters Standby mode and begins charging the batteries. When the UPS is not included. The grounding plug is easily accessible. • Do not disable the grounding plug on the input line cord. Connect ...
The ground bonding cable is plugged in, it automatically enters Standby mode and begins charging the batteries. When the UPS is not included. The grounding plug is easily accessible. • Do not disable the grounding plug on the input line cord. Connect ...
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... provide additional receptacles: • Plug a PDU into the UPS output receptacles. The PDU output receptacle is listed in Standby mode, allow the batteries to charge before putting the UPS into any IEC-320-C19 receptacle to -IEC power cords included with the UPS. Connecting the UPS cord retention...the IEC-to yield eight additional IEC-320-C13 receptacles. CAUTION: Do not plug laser printers into the PDU output receptacle. Charging the UPS batteries With the UPS in amps, multiply the number of load segment 1 and can overload the UPS. The instantaneous current drawn by checking that...
... provide additional receptacles: • Plug a PDU into the UPS output receptacles. The PDU output receptacle is listed in Standby mode, allow the batteries to charge before putting the UPS into any IEC-320-C19 receptacle to -IEC power cords included with the UPS. Connecting the UPS cord retention...the IEC-to yield eight additional IEC-320-C13 receptacles. CAUTION: Do not plug laser printers into the PDU output receptacle. Charging the UPS batteries With the UPS in amps, multiply the number of load segment 1 and can overload the UPS. The instantaneous current drawn by checking that...
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The batteries charge to: • 80 percent of their capacity within 3 hours • 100 percent of their capacity within 48 hours Starting power to the load Start ... the mounting ears on each side, lift the chassis to become unstable. WARNING: A risk of equipment in Operate mode (on page 13)." IMPORTANT: Charge the batteries for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to the equipment exists. IMPORTANT: AC power must be available the first time the UPS is...
The batteries charge to: • 80 percent of their capacity within 3 hours • 100 percent of their capacity within 48 hours Starting power to the load Start ... the mounting ears on each side, lift the chassis to become unstable. WARNING: A risk of equipment in Operate mode (on page 13)." IMPORTANT: Charge the batteries for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to the equipment exists. IMPORTANT: AC power must be available the first time the UPS is...
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Connecting the battery leads Installation 27 Attach the chassis to the rack using the supplied screws. 4.
Connecting the battery leads Installation 27 Attach the chassis to the rack using the supplied screws. 4.
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... of the first ERM. b. Attach the ERM connector bracket to a grounded utility power outlet. Installation 30 c. Switching on the ERM circuit breaker Charging the ERM batteries Connect the UPS to the first ERM as a cord retention bracket for the ERM cable. 4. When the UPS is plugged in, the unit automatically enters...
... of the first ERM. b. Attach the ERM connector bracket to a grounded utility power outlet. Installation 30 c. Switching on the ERM circuit breaker Charging the ERM batteries Connect the UPS to the first ERM as a cord retention bracket for the ERM cable. 4. When the UPS is plugged in, the unit automatically enters...
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Installation 33 Connecting the battery leads WARNING: To prevent personal injury from electric shock or damage to the equipment, remove the battery lead labels, and verify that the ERM circuit breakers are in the bezel. Rotating the logo badge Gently pull out the logo badge, rotate it 90 degrees, and then replace it in the Off position.
Installation 33 Connecting the battery leads WARNING: To prevent personal injury from electric shock or damage to the equipment, remove the battery lead labels, and verify that the ERM circuit breakers are in the bezel. Rotating the logo badge Gently pull out the logo badge, rotate it 90 degrees, and then replace it in the Off position.
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... in Converter Off mode" on page 57). If the UPS is off (no power is available at the UPS receptacles. • The UPS charges the batteries as necessary. The UPS can be placed in Standby mode when the UPS is in Operate mode, press the On button. For the location of... UPS has five modes of operation: • Standby mode (on page 40) • Operate mode (on page 40) • Configure mode (on page 41) • Battery mode (on page 41) • Auto-Bypass mode (on page 41) Standby mode In Standby mode: • No power is available at the UPS output...
... in Converter Off mode" on page 57). If the UPS is off (no power is available at the UPS receptacles. • The UPS charges the batteries as necessary. The UPS can be placed in Standby mode when the UPS is in Operate mode, press the On button. For the location of... UPS has five modes of operation: • Standby mode (on page 40) • Operate mode (on page 40) • Configure mode (on page 41) • Battery mode (on page 41) • Auto-Bypass mode (on page 41) Standby mode In Standby mode: • No power is available at the UPS output...