UPS Bypass mode is when you switch the circuit from going through the UPS to going around or bypassing it. A manual bypass switch is used to remove the UPS system from the circuit for servicing or maintenance or if it is no longer working correctly.

What is the use of bypass switch in UPS?

Static Bypass switches are used to bypass the UPS normal operation, in cases of high inrush or fault conditions. Manual bypass switches are an added benefit to allow service and isolation for safety purposes. Correctly designed systems should enable these operations to be performed without loss of power to the load.

How does a bypass switch work?

A bypass switch or TAP monitors the health of the active, in-line appliance by sending heartbeats to the in-line security appliance as long as the in band security appliance is on-line, the heartbeat packets will be returned to the switch/TAP, and the link traffic will continue to flow through the in-line security ...