APC by Schneider Electric 940-0024 UPS Link Cable Kit

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric 940-0024 is a specialized serial communication cable designed to link compatible APC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units to network management cards. This cable enables critical remote monitoring and control capabilities, allowing for timely alerts on power events and UPS status. It is essential for integrating UPS systems into broader network management platforms in environments where continuous uptime and proactive power management are paramount, such as data centers, server rooms, and critical infrastructure deployments.

Compatibility

This 940-0024 cable is specifically designed for use with APC Smart-UPS and certain Symmetra UPS models when paired with compatible network management cards, including the AP9600 series (e.g., AP9617, AP9618, AP9619, AP9630, AP9631, AP9640, AP9641) and select older management cards. It facilitates serial communication between the UPS and the management card, enabling features like graceful shutdown commands and status reporting. Verify your specific UPS model and network management card documentation for precise compatibility before purchase.

Installation Notes

Connect the RJ-45 end of the cable to the serial management port on the UPS unit and the DB-9 serial end to the corresponding port on the network management card. Ensure both devices are powered off before connecting the cable to prevent potential damage. The cable is typically 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length, providing adequate reach for most rack-mounted or tower UPS installations within a server rack or adjacent cabinet.