UPS Upgrade
Adding a UPS
The following UPS systems can be added to the HP NAS 8000 solution after
the time of purchase. The specific model of UPS recommended is customized
each region:
American Power Conversion (APC) Symmetra RM (8U)
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American Power Conversion (APC) Symmetra RM (15U)
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American Power Conversion (APC) Symmetra
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To install the UPS on the HP NAS 8000 solution, follow these steps:
1
Follow the instructions that came with the UPS for power requirements.
2
Power down all of the solution components in the following sequence
before installing the UPS:
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NAS server(s)
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Quorum server (for high-availability configurations)
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Array
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FC switch (for high-availability configurations)
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Library
3
Install the UPS in the bottom of the rack to avoid having a top-heavy rack
and to eliminate the risk of tip over.
4
Connect the communications port on the UPS to the server's COM1 serial
port.
5
Plug components into PDU on UPS.
6
Connect power to UPS.
If you are installing the Symmetra RM UPS:
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If the planned power load is less than or equal to 5 kVA, plug the line
into an appropriate outlet.
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If the planned power load is greater than 5 kVA, a qualified electrician
must hard wire the input power.
If you are installing the Symmetra UPS:
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Regardless of the power load, a qualified electrician must hard wire
the input power.
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