[BTMS_RIO]

I have a UPS battery back up. The power went out and so did the computer. Is there anything I am forgetting to do? This has happened with other UPS i have bought also. Not just this one.

Thanks,
Rio

 

[kiwiguy]

It pays to check them by unplugging the supply to the UPS. The compute supplied from it should continue for about 5 minutes.

Also make sure it's not overloaded, or it will turn straight off.

What is the VA rating of it, and what equipment is it supplying?

 

[henkes]

Hi there,

I assume you set the UPS up in Contol Panel/Power Options/UPS.

Henkes

 

[kiwiguy]

There is no need to set anything up or connect the USB/Serial lead to the UPS if all you want is a manual controllable shutdown though.

 

[JohnWill]

I routinely pull the plug on my UPS systems, and they've never failed me unless something is wrong. The classic thing that goes wrong is the batteries, after 2-3 years, they bite the dust as a rule. I change the batteries once in a UPS, then buy a new one when the unit needs batteries again.

 

[Triple6]

Many UPS's have a few plugs that run off battery and a few that don't. If you plug something into the non-battery side then it will shut off immediately.

 

[JohnWill]

Good point Trible6, I didn't think to mention that!