Indicator codes for redundant power supply unit
Each AC power supply unit (PSU) has an illuminated translucent handle that indicates whether power is 
present or whether a power fault has occurred.
Figure 14. AC PSU status indicator
1. AC PSU status indicator or handle
Table 15. Redundant AC PSU status indicator
Convention Power Indicator 
Pattern
Condition
A Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is 
operational.
B Flashing green When the PSU firmware is being updated, the PSU handle flashes 
green.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the power cord or unplug the 
PSU when updating firmware. If firmware update is 
interrupted, the PSUs will not function. You must roll back the 
PSU firmware by using Dell Lifecycle Controller. For more 
information, see Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at 
Dell.com/idracmanuals.
C Flashing green 
and turns off
When hot-adding a PSU, the PSU handle flashes green five times at 
4 Hz rate and turns off. This indicates that there is a PSU mismatch 
with respect to efficiency, feature set, health status, and supported 
voltage.
CAUTION: For AC PSUs, use only PSUs with the Extended 
Power Performance (EPP) label on the back.
NOTE: Ensure that both the PSUs are of the same capacity.
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