• AC line draws power from different supply circuit • DC line provides backup power to attached devices • Thermal overload protection • Over-voltage protection for each output channel • Over-current protection can shut down the RPU • Short-circuit protection against output channels User Guide SMCRPU14...
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Redundant Power Unit User Guide Powers up to four SMC networking devices 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000 Janurary 2005 Pub. # 150200050500A R01...
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Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC.
IMITED ARRANTY Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All SMC products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller.
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* SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active SMC price list. Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase. SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618...
OMPLIANCES OMPLIANCES FCC - Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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(Contact Discharge: ±4 kV, Air Discharge: ±8 kV) (80 - 1000 MHz with 1 kHz AM 80% Modulation: 3 V/m) DC power supply: ±1 kV, Data/Signal lines: ±0.5 kV) (AC/DC Line to Line: ±1 kV, AC/DC Line to Earth: ±2 kV) fields: EN 61000-4-6:1996 (0.15 - 80 MHz with...
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• The unit must be connected to an earthed (grounded) outlet to comply with international safety standards. • Do not connect the unit to an A.C. outlet (power supply) without an earth (ground) connection. • The appliance coupler (the connector to the unit and not the wall plug) must have a configuration for mating with an EN 60320/IEC 320 appliance inlet.
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OMPLIANCES France and Peru only This unit cannot be powered from IT be powered by 230 V (2P+T) via an isolation transformer ratio 1:1, with the secondary con- nection point labelled Neutral, connected directly to earth (ground). † Impédance à la terre Power Cord Set U.S.A.
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• Vous devez raccorder ce groupe à une sortie mise à la terre (mise à la masse) afin de respecter les normes internationales de sécurité. • Le coupleur d’appareil (le connecteur du groupe et non pas la prise murale) doit respecter une configuration qui permet un branchement sur une entrée d’appareil EN 60320/IEC 320.
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OMPLIANCES Bitte unbedingt vor dem Einbauen des RPU die folgenden Sicherheitsanweisungen durchlesen: WARNUNG: Die Installation und der Ausbau des Geräts darf nur durch Fachpersonal erfolgen. • Diese Anleitung ist fr die Benutzung durch Netzwerkadministratoren vorgesehen, die fr die Installation und das einstellen von Netzwerkkomponenten verantwortlich sind;...
Warnings and Cautionary Messages Warning: This product does not contain any serviceable user parts. Warning: Installation and removal of the unit must be carried out by qualified personnel only. Warning: When connecting this device to a power outlet, connect the field ground lead on the tri-pole power plug to a valid earth ground line to prevent electrical hazards.
Environmental Statement The manufacturer of this product endeavours to sustain an environmentally-friendly policy throughout the entire production process. This is achieved though the following means: • Adherence to national legislation and regulations on environmental production standards. • Conservation of operational resources. •...
HAPTER BOUT THE OWER Overview This Redundant Power Unit (SMCRPU14) can supply 600 Watts of backup power to four switches in the event of an AC loss or failure of an internal power supply. Features and Benefits • Supports four switch units with 12 VDC supply of up to 150 W.
• Short-circuit protection prevents the RPU from being damaged from a short circuit on any output channel. • The RPU will operate under a no-load condition. Front and Rear Panels Four status indicators Link, Activity, Fan, Thermal, and Power indicators are located on the RPU’s front panel.
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Table 1-1 Port Status LEDs LED (1-4) Condition Link On Yellow Flashing Yellow Activity Flashing Green On Green Condition On Green Flashing Yellow Thermal On Green Flashing Yellow Power On Green Status The port does not have a valid connection to a switch.
HAPTER NSTALLING THE EDUNDANT Installation The RPU may be placed on a desktop or mounted in a rack. Caution: DO NOT place the RPU on the floor as the case is not waterproof. It is recommended that this RPU be installed in a network equipment rack.
Then, before beginning the installation, be sure you have all other necessary installation equipment. Package Contents • Redundant Power Unit (SMCRPU14) • One AC Supply Power Cord — US, Continental Europe or UK • Four DC Backup Power Cords with IEC connectors on both ends (length 152 cm/59.84 inches each)
Mounting RPU units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a desktop or shelf. Mounting instructions for each type of site follow. Rack Mounting Before rack mounting the unit, pay particular attention to the following factors: •...
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To rack-mount devices: 1. Attach the brackets to the device using the screws provided in the Bracket Mounting Kit. A c t iv 2. Mount the device in the rack, using four rack-mounting screws (not provided). Figure 2-2 Installing the RPU in a Rack 3.
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Montage (Rack Mounting - German) SMCRPU14 RPU-Einheiten können an ein standardmäßiges 19-Zoll Einrichtungsrack, einen Arbeitstisch oder ein Regal montiert werden. Folgend finden Sie die Montageanweisungen für jeden Positionstyp. Rack-Montage Beachten Sie die folgenden Faktoren, bevor Sie die Rack-Montage beginnen: • Temperatur: Da die Temperatur innerhalb einer Rackeinheit höher als die Raumumgebungstemperatur sein kann, stellen Sie bitte sicher, dass die Rackumgebungstemperatur innerhalb des angegebenen Betriebstemperaturbereichs liegt.
Desktop or Shelf Mounting 1. Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the first RPU unit. Figure 2-3 Attaching the Adhesive Feet 2. Set the device on a flat surface near an AC power source, making sure there are at least five centimeters or two inches of space on all sides for proper air flow.
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Figure 2-4 Power Receptacle 2. Connect one end of a DC cord to the redundant power receptacle on the supported switch and the other end to an available receptacle on the RPU. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for connecting up to four supported switches to the RPU.
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Figure 2-5 Connecting the RPU in a Stack Stack RPU input port 100-240V, 50-60Hz 8A RPU Unit RPU output port AC Power AC Power Supply No.1 Supply No.2 Note: For International use, you may need to change the AC line cord. You must use a line cord set that has been approved for the receptacle type in your country.
Fan LED is Flashing Yellow Table A-1 Troubleshooting Chart Action • Internal power supply is disconnected. • Check connections between the RPU, the power cord, and the wall outlet. • Contact Technical Support. • The port does not have a valid connection to a switch.
Symptom Fan LED is Off Thermal LED is Flashing Yellow Power and Cooling Problems If the PWR LED does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or internal power supply.
PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics Ports 4 RPU DC power outlets (IEC socket 216C743-07) LEDs Port: Link, Activity System: Power, Fan, Thermal Weight 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) Size 44.0 x 32.3 x 4.3 cm (17.34 x 12.6 x 1.69 in.) Temperature Operating: 0 to 45 °...
Power Supply Internal, auto-ranging transformer: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Output 11.5 VDC Power Consumption 644 W (Maximum) 161 W (Maximum per port) Maximum Current 7.8 A @ 110 VAC 3.5 A @ 240 VAC Overload Protection...
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Safety CSA/ C US (CSA 60950-00 & UL60950) CB: IEC 60950 EN 60950 (TÜV/GS)
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adhesive feet, attaching 2-6 air flow requirements 2-1 brackets, attaching 2-4 CE Mark 0-iv compliances 0-iii EMC B-2 safety B-3 contents of package 2-2 cooling problems A-2 cord sets, international 2-8 desktop mounting 2-6 EC conformance 0-iv EMC/safety compliance 0-iii equipment checklist 2-2 front panel of RPU 1-2 grounding for racks 2-3...
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NDEX specifications compliances B-2 environmental B-1 physical B-1 power B-2 standards compliance B-2 IEEE B-2 standards compliance 0-iii surge suppressor, using 2-2 temperature within a rack 2-3 troubleshooting in-band access A-2 power and cooling problems A-2 RPU indicators A-1 NDEX...
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