.. _statuses: Statuses -------- The |product_type| has various statuses corresponding to its present state of operation. These statuses can be viewed on the :ref:`front panel `, programmatically by :ref:`computer command `, or using the :ref:`25-pin user I/O connector `. The available statuses are as follows: Enabled The |product_type|'s input is engaged and processing power. Disabled The |product_type|'s input is disengaged and all systems are normal. The |product_type| is awaiting a START command to engage its input. When in a Disabled state, there is an electrical disconnect between the product's dissipative elements and the DC input terminals through a high speed switching device. Soft Fault The |product_type|'s input is disengaged as a result of a soft fault that occurred. A soft fault occurs when an user-programmed limit is reached, such as a trip setting. A description of the soft fault is displayed on the :ref:`message ` line. A soft fault can be cleared with the CLEAR function, placing the |product_type| into a Disabled status. When in a Soft Fault state, there is an electrical disconnect between the product's dissipative elements and the DC input terminals through a high speed switching device. Hard Fault The |product_type|'s input is disengaged as a result of a hard fault that occurred. A hard fault is a system shutdown resulting from an operating condition that has the potential to damage the product, for example, exceeding the products specifications. A description of the hard fault is displayed on the :ref:`message ` line. A hard fault fault can only be cleared by power cycling the product. When in a Hard Fault state, there is an electrical disconnect between the product's dissipative elements and the DC input terminals through a high speed switching device. .. caution:: Ignoring hard faults and repeatedly operating the |product_type| in a manner that triggers a hard fault will eventually result in product damage.