Owner’s Manual
UPS Communication Cable Kit
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For IBM System i Servers
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Also Supports IBM AS/400 and iSeries Servers
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Features
System Requirements
UPS System Compatibility
Installation
Configuration
Quick Test
Warranty Registration
Warranty Information
WARNING: Follow the instructions in this manual to assist the
proper installation, configuration and operation of this product.This
manual is a supplementary guideline, not a replacement for your
server documentation. Refer to your server documentation for
additional information.
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Copyright © 2006 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. IBM, System i, System i5, iSeries and AS/400 are trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. SmartOnline™ is a trademark of Tripp Lite. All
other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Installation
First, install a Tripp Lite SmartOnline UPS System of appropriate capacity to support the
server. Consult the UPS System Owner's Manual for installation instructions.
After the UPS System has been installed successfully, use the UPS Communication Cable
Kit For IBM System i Servers to connect the server and the UPS System, noting the
following instructions:
• Choose the appropriate communication cable for your SmartOnline UPS System:
use Part # 73-1070 for 1,000 VA - 3,000 VA; use Part # 73-1071 for 5,000+ VA.
• If you are connecting the cable to a server equipped with a 9-pin J14 port, such as an
AS/400 Model 170 or iSeries Model 270, there's no need to power down the server
before installation.
• If you are connecting the cable to a server equipped with a T1 or T2 port, such as an
IBM System i5™ Model 520, you must shut down the server and completely remove all
power cords for 5 minutes immediately prior to installation. After 5 minutes have
elapsed, attach the appropriate cable and restart the server. This allows the server to
configure the T1 or T2 port as a UPS monitoring port. Installation on the T1 or T2 port
also requires the use of an IBM adapter cable (FC1827; IBM Part # 97P4299).
Configuration
The user must set three system values that govern the actions of the operating system during
a power failure indication: QUPSMSGQ, QUPSDLYTIM and QPWRRSTIPL.
• QUPSMSGQ specifies the message queue that receives messages upon power failure.
• QUPSDLYTIM specifies the time in seconds between power failure and shutdown
initiation.
• QPWRRSTIPL selects manual or automatic restart of the Initial Program Load (IPL)
when utility power returns.
Quick Test
1. Use the CL command DSPMSG MSGQ(QSYSOPR) to monitor the system for messages
regarding UPS status. (QSYSOPR is the default message queue. If the system value
QUPSMSGQ has been changed, replace QSYSOPR in this command with the
appropriate value.)
2. Disconnect the UPS communication cable from the server.
3. A message should appear indicating that the UPS is no longer connected to the server.
4. Reattach the UPS communication cable.
5. A message should appear indicating that the UPS is attached to the server.
Please note that the message queue will indicate only UPS detection, UPS disconnection
and power loss. If the server detects a low battery condition, it will initiate an immediate
shutdown.
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Warranty Information
Lifetime Warranty
TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for life. TRIPP LITE's obligation
under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service
under this warranty, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from TRIPP LITE or an authorized
TRIPP LITE service center. Products must be returned to TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center with
transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof
of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment, which has been damaged by accident,
negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit
limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the
purchaser.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, TRIPP LITE is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or
revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third
parties, or otherwise.
Tripp Lite follows a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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