SmartOnline Hot-Swappable Modular UPS Systems feature a modular power distribution unit (PDU) that combines all input and output power connections with a manual bypass switch. Facility personnel can set the switch to bypass to allow live UPS maintenance.
Are UPS batteries interchangeable?
Frequently Asked Questions about Replacement APC Batteries A lot of UPS units have multiple batteries in them. If you are replacing just one of the batteries in your unit, you should use the same brand.
How often should you replace a UPS battery?
UPS batteries generally last about 3 – 5 years, so planning to change them around the 3 year mark is smart. If you find that the batteries are swollen however, make sure to get your units serviced instead of just changing the battery.
What does hot-swappable battery mean?
Hot-Swap battery refers to a battery product that can be safely removed and inserted into a product like a computer cart without shutting down the cart’s computer. Usually, at least two mounting positions are provided, so that one battery can continue providing power while the other is removed and replaced.
Do smartups batteries have hot swappable batteries?
Smart-UPS units manufactured after 1995 do have hot swappable batteries. However, as Rod-IT mentioned, if you happen to have a power outage at the same time the batteries are disconnected, the UPS will power off and it will not power on again until you have good batteries connected to it.
What happens to the ups when the batteries are disconnected?
However, as Rod-IT mentioned, if you happen to have a power outage at the same time the batteries are disconnected, the UPS will power off and it will not power on again until you have good batteries connected to it. I have linked an FAQ that discusses the hot swap capabilities of the Smart-UPS model line:
Can a hot swap be used to change the battery?
Hot swap or not, it would be prudent to use a 2nd power source for your servers or appliances that have dual PSU or to do a proper shut down before changing batteries. Sometimes it may not be the batteries but like other said, old batteries or at times faulty UPS connections may hinder the the battery change. Was this post helpful?
