Installation 10 
Installation 
In this section 
Precautions............................................................................................................................................ 10 
Preparing to install the hardware ............................................................................................................. 10 
Installing the mounting rails ..................................................................................................................... 11 
Installing the UPS ................................................................................................................................... 14 
Connecting the batteries.......................................................................................................................... 15 
Attaching the UPS front bezel .................................................................................................................. 16 
Selecting the UPS voltage configuration .................................................................................................... 17 
Connecting the host computer.................................................................................................................. 17 
Connecting the Network Transient Protectors............................................................................................. 18 
Connecting the UPS to utility power.......................................................................................................... 19 
Connecting devices to the UPS................................................................................................................. 19 
Powering up the UPS .............................................................................................................................. 20 
Charging the UPS batteries...................................................................................................................... 20 
 
Precautions 
Save these instructions. This document contains important safety instructions that should be followed 
during installation, operation, and maintenance of the UPS and batteries. 
 WARNING:  A risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous energy levels 
exists. The installation of options and routine maintenance and service of this product 
must be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the procedures, 
precautions, and hazards associated with AC power products. 
 WARNING:  To prevent personal injury from earth conductor leakage current: 
•  Do not operate the UPS while disconnected from the utility power source. 
•  Disconnect load devices before disconnecting the UPS from the utility power source.     
 
 WARNING: To prevent personal injury, prepare the area and observe all materials 
handling procedures when transporting the UPS. When fully assembled, the UPS weighs 
23 kg (50.5 lb). 
 
Preparing to install the hardware 
Before installing the hardware: 
1.  Be sure the necessary tools and materials ("Tools required" on page 11) are available. 
2.  Select an installation site ("Selecting a site" on page 11). 
3.  Prepare the equipment ("Readying the equipment" on page 11) for installation in the rack.