Chapter 6. Communication
Communication ports
Connecting RS232 or USB communication ports
Note: The RS232 and USB communication ports cannot operate simultaneously.
Step 1.
Connect the RS232
Step 2.
Connect the other end of the RS232
or USB
communication port on the UPS.
The UPS can now communicate with Lenovo power management software.
Relay output contacts
The UPS incorporates four relay outputs; each one is available with a normally closed or open contact.
n.o.: contact normally open
n.c.: contact normally closed
Important: The relay output contacts must not be connected to any utility connected circuits. Reinforced
insulation to the utility is required. The relay output contacts have a maximum rating of 250 Vac/5A.
© Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2017
or USB
communication cable to the serial or USB port on the computer.
or USB
Status active information: (if contact between pin
and common is closed)
• Pin 1: not on Bypass
• Pin 2: load not protected
• Pin 3: not low battery
• Pin 4: not on Battery
• Pin 5: user common
• Pin 6: on Bypass
• Pin 7: low battery
• Pin 8: load protected
• Pin 9: on Battery
communication cable to the RS232
45