Vertiv APSRACKKIT Liebert APS 600mm 4-Post Rack Mount Kit
Overview
The APSRACKKIT supplies every piece of hardware required to install the Vertiv Liebert APS uninterruptible power supply into a standard 600mm wide 4-post rack — no sourcing individual brackets, no improvising fasteners. If you are integrating an APS UPS into a structured rack environment, this kit eliminates the guesswork of hardware compatibility and ensures the installation matches the mechanical tolerances the APS chassis was designed around.
The Liebert APS is a modular, scalable UPS platform used in data centers, network closets, and distributed IT infrastructure. Proper rack integration is not cosmetic — it affects cable management, serviceability, airflow alignment, and load distribution across the rack frame. The APSRACKKIT is the manufacturer-specified mounting solution for this chassis in 600mm wide 4-post rack configurations.
Key Features
- Complete Hardware Package: The kit includes all necessary mounting hardware for a 600mm wide 4-post rack installation. That means no partial-fit compromises and no trip to the hardware store mid-install — you have what the APS chassis requires from the factory specification.
- 4-Post Rack Compatibility: Designed specifically for 4-post rack frames at the 600mm width standard common in structured cabling and data center deployments. This distinguishes it from 2-post telco-style installations; if your rack is a standard EIA-310 4-post cabinet at 600mm depth, this kit is the correct fit.
- Manufacturer-Specified Fit: Using the APSRACKKIT ensures the APS UPS seats at the designed mechanical tolerances — critical for a chassis that supports hot-swap battery modules (APSBATMODCU), a 10A charger module (APSCHRGRMOD), and optional FlexPower modules up to 5kVA. A proper mechanical fit keeps module seating reliable over years of field service.
- Ecosystem Integration: The Liebert APS platform supports an extensive accessory chain including Extended Battery Cabinets (EBC) with up to 7 battery strings, EBC cables in 1-meter, 3-meter, and 5-meter lengths, and network communication cards (IS-UNITY-DP, IS-UNITY-SNMP, RDU120). Getting the base rack installation right from the start means these downstream accessories integrate cleanly.
- Serviceability Consideration: A correctly racked APS unit supports field-replaceable battery modules and charger modules without full chassis extraction. Improper mounting that binds the chassis or restricts front-panel access defeats the hot-swap serviceability the APS platform is built around.
- Network and Monitoring Ready: Once racked with APSRACKKIT, the APS system can be provisioned with SNMP communication (IS-UNITY-SNMP) for building management system integration, relay output cards (IS-RELAY) for hardwired terminal block connections, and environmental sensors (GTHD temperature/humidity/dew point, SN-series modular probes) — all of which require stable, service-accessible chassis positioning that proper rack mounting provides.
Integration and Compatibility
The APSRACKKIT is purpose-built for the Vertiv Liebert APS UPS product family. It is specified for 600mm wide 4-post rack frames, which is the dominant width in structured IT and data center rack deployments. The Liebert APS ecosystem also supports 14-bay Extended Battery Cabinets with up to 7 battery strings, connected via APSEBCCBL1M, APSEBCCBL3M, or APSEBCCBL5M cables depending on physical separation between the UPS and the EBC. These cable runs should be planned before finalizing rack placement. Network communication options include the RDU120 card with 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet, SNMP, BACnet IP/MSTP, and Modbus TCP/RTU — all requiring stable chassis positioning that the APSRACKKIT provides. For power and UPS equipment, consult the Vertiv product line for compatible APS system configurations, battery modules, and communication accessories. Buyers integrating into managed rack environments should also review network infrastructure options for complementary structured cabling and rack management products. For broader UPS accessories, the Liebert APS accessory catalog covers charger modules, sensors, and startup services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What rack width does the APSRACKKIT support?
A: The APSRACKKIT is designed for 600mm wide 4-post rack frames. It is not specified for 2-post telco racks or alternative rack widths.
Q: Does the APSRACKKIT include the UPS unit itself?
A: No. The APSRACKKIT contains only the mounting hardware required to install the Vertiv Liebert APS UPS into a 600mm wide 4-post rack. The APS UPS unit must be purchased separately.
Q: Will this kit work with the Liebert APS Extended Battery Cabinet (EBC)?
A: The APSRACKKIT is specified for mounting the APS UPS chassis. The 14-bay Extended Battery Cabinet is a separate unit in the Liebert APS ecosystem; EBC-to-UPS connectivity uses the APSEBCCBL1M, APSEBCCBL3M, or APSEBCCBL5M cables depending on physical separation.
Q: Can I add battery modules after rack installation?
A: Yes. The Liebert APS platform supports the APSBATMODCU battery module (includes 2 battery modules, 1 complete battery string) as a field-installable option. Proper rack mounting via the APSRACKKIT maintains front-panel access required for hot-swap module service.
Q: What communication options are available for the racked APS unit?
A: Once installed, the APS supports multiple communication cards: IS-UNITY-DP (network communications and environmental sensor support), IS-UNITY-SNMP (SNMP for network and building management systems), IS-RELAY (relay signals for hardwired terminal block connections), and the RDU120 card with 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet, SNMP, BACnet IP/MSTP, and Modbus TCP/RTU.
The APSRACKKIT is the detail that separates a clean Liebert APS deployment from a field-improvised one. It provides all necessary hardware to mount the APS UPS in a 600mm wide 4-post rack — a spec that matters in structured data center and network room builds where rack standardization is deliberate, not accidental.
Technical Highlights:
- 600mm 4-Post Specification: The 600mm width matches the dominant rack standard in structured IT environments — using this kit means the APS chassis mounts at manufacturer-designed tolerances, not shimmed into a generic bracket.
- Hot-Swap Module Access: Correct rack installation preserves unobstructed front-panel access for field-replaceable APSBATMODCU battery modules (2 batteries per module, 1 complete string) and the APSCHRGRMOD 10A charger module — both designed for in-service replacement without UPS extraction.
- EBC Expansion Support: The Liebert APS supports Extended Battery Cabinets with up to 7 battery strings. The rack mount position established by this kit determines physical cable routing for APSEBCCBL1M, APSEBCCBL3M, or APSEBCCBL5M EBC interconnects — plan that topology before finalizing rack U-position.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm your rack frame is 600mm wide before ordering — this kit is not specified for 550mm, 800mm, or 2-post configurations. Measuring the rail-to-rail distance before the APS ships saves a return cycle.
- If the APS will use the RDU120 communication card (10/100/1000 Mbps, SNMP, BACnet, Modbus) or IS-UNITY-SNMP, factor the rear-panel cable management into rack U-position selection — communication card cables exit the rear and compete with power wiring in dense environments.
The APSRACKKIT is the right order for any data center or network room deploying the Liebert APS into a standard 600mm 4-post cabinet where hot-swap serviceability and downstream EBC expansion need to be preserved from day one.
