American Power Conversion SURTA1500XL - Manual (Page 5)

Terminal Mode Configuration
Smart-UPS RT SURTA1500XL/SURTA1500XLJ/SURTA2000XL Uninterruptible Power Supply User Manual 5
Connect Power and Start Up the UPS
1. Plug the UPS into a two-pole, three-wire, grounded receptacle only. Avoid using extension cords.
a. Check to ensure that the Site Wiring Fault LED light  on the back of the UPS is NOT
illuminated (On position).
b. If the LED light is on, the outlet is incorrectly wired. Check with a licensed electrician to
ensure that the outlet is properly wired.
2. To power up the UPS, press the button  on the front panel.
3. Turn on all connected equipment.
For Additional Computer System Security
For additional computer system security, install PowerChute
®
Business Edition Smart-UPS
®
monitor-
ing software. Refer to the software CD included in the literature kit for instructions.
Terminal Mode Configuration
Shown below is an example of how to use terminal mode to configure the number of external battery
packs. See “Configuration Settings” on page 8 for additional information.
1. Exit the PowerChute Business Edition software.
a. From the windows PC desktop, select START => Settings => Control Panel => Administrative
Tools => Services.
b. Select APC PCBE Server and APC PCBE Agent. Right click the mouse and select Stop.
2. Open a terminal program. Example: HyperTerminal
From the computer desktop, select START => Programs => Accessories => Communication =>
HyperTerminal.
3. Double-click the HyperTerminal icon.
a. Follow the prompts to choose a name and select an icon. Disregard the message, “...must
install a modem,” if it is displayed. Click OK.
Note
The UPS battery charges when it is connected to utility power and will charge to 90%
capacity within three hours. Do not expect full battery run capability from a new bat-
tery or after On Battery operation (see “On Battery Operation” on page 7) until the
battery recharges.
To use the UPS as a master ON/OFF switch, ensure all connected equipment is
switched on. The equipment will not be powered until the UPS is turned on.
Note
Terminal mode can only be used with the serial cable. If using a USB cable, disconnect
the USB cable from the UPS, and connect the serial cable to the UPS before using the
terminal program.
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