The APC Dry Contact I/O Accessory (AP9810) is a hardware interface designed for IT environments requiring expanded monitoring and control capabilities for power protection systems. This accessory connects to the Universal I/O (UIO) port of an APC UPS Network Management Card or a Dry Contact I/O Card. It provides two additional dry contact input and relay output interfaces, enabling the integration of external devices or sensors with the network management system. IT administrators can monitor and configure these inputs and outputs through the Network Management Card Web UI or the Dry Contact I/O Card Configuration Utility UI. This product is suitable for organizations needing to extend the monitoring reach of their power infrastructure, facilitating the integration of environmental sensors, security contacts, or other dry contact-based systems into their existing APC management framework. It addresses the need for enhanced environmental awareness and remote control within data centers or server rooms.
The APC Dry Contact I/O Accessory connects to the Universal I/O (UIO) port of a Network Management Card or Dry Contact I/O Card and provides 2 additional dry contact input and relay output interfaces. Monitor and configure dry contact inputs and relay outputs in the Network Management Card Web UI or Dry Contact I/O Card Configuration Utility UI.
APC UPS Network Management Cards
This accessory is compatible with APC UPS Network Management Cards. It connects to the Universal I/O (UIO) port found on these cards or on a Dry Contact I/O Card.
The package includes one AP9810 Dry Contact I/O Interface, a Cat 5 Ethernet Cable, and a User Manual. It is shipped as a single unit.
The AP9810 provides two additional dry contact input interfaces and two relay output interfaces. These can be monitored and configured via the Network Management Card's web interface or the Dry Contact I/O Card Configuration Utility.
The accessory measures 1.3 inches in height, 10 inches in width, and 1.8 inches in depth. Its approximate weight is 4.96 ounces.
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