BR1500G - Mac - Set battery install date

[nunyab]

The runtime on a new battery with 150W load indicates 10minutes. With no load it indicates 85-89 minutes or so.

I don't have a PC, how do I set the date? My prior battery installed in 2023 started beeping at me incessantly, and I probably replaced it too soon due to the run time.

APC BR1500G #124 battery.

[Teken · Accepted solution]

Your options are limited to using a Windows / Linux computer running APC PCSS and connecting to the UPS.

Other possible methods are to use a VM / Parallels to mimic a Windows environment. Regardless of the battery installation date you’ll need to complete the following action items onward:

Self Test: Manually initiate a self test and let pass and wait for the RBC to recover to 100% SOC (State of Charge).

Calibration: Manually initiate a battery calibration with a minimum of 30% attached load or greater. Once complete allow the RBC to recover and return to 100% SOC.

This will allow the system to more accurately reflect the operational runtime of the new RBC via the LCD, Power Chute, NUT, etc.

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[nunyab]

Thanks. I can download Linux, I think Windows needs to purchase a license. Where can I find the software for Linux?

[Teken]

The only requirement to download PCSS application is creating a APC / Schneider account.

You may use this resource link to download a copy of APC Power Chute (PCSS) where it say’s compatible software once you’ve created an account:

https://www.apc.com/ca/en/product/BR1500G/apc-backups-pro-1500va-865w-tower-120v-10x-nema-515r-outle...

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