APC AP9620 SmartSlot Legacy Communications Management Card

The APC AP9620 is a dedicated Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card designed to provide essential serial communication support for a range of compatible APC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems. This management module serves a critical role in environments utilizing legacy UPS-Link protocol, enabling seamless integration and functionality with existing infrastructure. It addresses the challenge of monitoring and managing older APC UPS models that rely on established serial communication channels, ensuring continued operational visibility and control. Leveraging its specialized design, the AP9620 facilitates reliable data transfer and monitoring for UPS-Link compatible devices. It supports both RS-232 serial and USB 2.0 connectivity, allowing administrators to gather real-time status updates, configure settings, and execute graceful shutdowns remotely. This capability translates directly into enhanced operational efficiency and proactive power infrastructure management, reducing the need for direct physical access to UPS units for basic oversight and maintenance tasks. Designed for straightforward integration, the card utilizes APC’s proprietary SmartSlot interface, enabling direct installation into compatible UPS systems. This form factor ensures a secure and streamlined connection, making the AP9620 an ideal component for maintaining essential communication with legacy APC UPS units, particularly for custom applications that depend on the UPS-Link serial communications protocol.

• Legacy UPS-Link serial communication support.
• SmartSlot interface for direct UPS integration.
• Provides RS-232 and USB 2.0 ports for connectivity.
• Enables communication for specific Smart-UPS models.
• Supports custom applications via UPS-Link protocol.