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APC AP9617 - User Manual

APC AP9617
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USER’S GUIDE
network management card
Contents
i
Introduction--1
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Internal Management Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Watchdog Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Console--8
How To Log On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
How to Recover from a Lost Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Main Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Control Console Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Web Interface--18
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How to Log On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Summary Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Navigation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Network Menu--28
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Option Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
System Menu--35
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Option Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
DC Power Plant & Device Manager Menus--41
Status Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Management Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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APC AP9617 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeNetwork Management Card
ModelAP9617
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Fast Ethernet
Network Ports Qty1
Network ProtocolsTCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP, Telnet, SSH
ManagementSNMP
CompatibilitySmart-UPS
Remote Management ProtocolSNMP, HTTP, HTTPS, Telnet, SSH
SecuritySSL, SSH
Operating Temperature0 to 45 °C
Storage Temperature-15 to 65 °C
Humidity0 to 95% non-condensing
PortsRJ-45 Ethernet

Summary

Introduction

Product Description

Describes the AP9617 Network Management Card EX and its features.

Internal Management Features

Overview

Explains the card's management interfaces (console, web, SNMP).

Access Priority for Logging On

Details the priority order for accessing management features.

Types of User Accounts

Describes Administrator and Device Manager account types and their privileges.

Front Panel

Introduction

Introduces the front-panel features: LEDs, Reset button, connector.

Link-RX;TX (10;100) LED

Explains the network status indicator LED.

Status LEDs

Describes the LEDs indicating the Management Card's status.

Watchdog Features

Overview

Explains internal watchdog mechanisms for recovery from problems.

Network Interface Watchdog Mechanism

Details how the card protects itself from becoming inaccessible via the network.

Resetting the Network Timer

Explains how the network timer is reset to prevent reboots.

Control Console

How to Log On

Guides users on logging into the control console via serial or Telnet.

Local Access to the Control Console

Explains how to connect locally using serial ports (Type 1 & Type 2).

How to Recover from a Lost Password

Step-by-step guide to reset forgotten user name or password.

Main Screen

Example Main Screen

Shows an example of the control console screen after logging in.

Information and Status Fields

Explains the various fields displayed on the main screen.

Main Screen Status Fields

Details the meaning of the 'Stat' field for card status.

Control Console Menus

Overview

Describes how the control console menus dynamically expand for management.

Main Menu Options

Lists the main options available in the control console.

Menu Structure and Navigation

Explains how to navigate menus and use options like '?', Enter, ESC, CTRL-C, CTRL-L.

Device Manager Option

Details how to access the Device Manager menu to select devices.

Network and System Options

Explains tasks for Network and System menus in the control console.

Web Interface

Introduction

Introduces the Web interface for managing the card and DC Power Plant.

Web Menu Options

Describes the 'Access' and 'Port' options affecting Web interface access.

Supported Web Browsers and Configuration

Lists supported browsers and required browser settings (JavaScript, Java, Cookies).

How to Log On (Web Interface)

Overview

Explains how to log into the Web interface using DNS name or IP address.

URL Address Formats

Details how to format URLs for accessing the Web interface.

Summary Page

Example Web Page

Shows an example of the Web interface navigation and summary pages.

Summary Page Fields

Explains the information displayed on the Summary page.

Help Icon Functionality

Describes how to use the help icon for online assistance.

Navigation Menu

Overview

Lists the elements in the Web interface navigation menu.

Selecting a Menu to Perform a Task

Guides users on how to use menus for various management tasks.

Help and Links Menus

Explains the functionality of the Help and Links menus.

Network Menu

Introduction

Introduces the Network menu options for configuration.

Menu Options

Lists the available menu options within the Network menu.

Option Settings: TCP;IP

Details TCP/IP settings, including BOOTP configuration.

DNS Configuration and Testing

Explains DNS server settings and how to send DNS queries.

Ping Utility (Control Console)

Describes how to use the ping utility to check network connections.

FTP, Telnet, and Web Options

Details settings for FTP, Telnet, and Web servers, including port assignments.

SNMP Configuration

Explains SNMP access control and trap receiver settings.

Email Settings

Details SMTP server and sender address settings for email notifications.

System Menu

Introduction

Introduces the System menu for managing card settings.

Menu Options

Lists the available menu options within the System menu.

Option Settings: User Manager

Configures user access values like Auto Logout, User Name, and Password.

Option Settings: Identification

Defines system Name, Contact, and Location for SNMP.

Date & Time Settings

Sets and synchronizes the card's date and time using NTP or manual input.

Tools and Preferences

Covers rebooting, resetting settings, and temperature unit preferences.

Links and About System

Manages user-defined links and displays system hardware information.

DC Power Plant & Device Manager Menus

Status Options

Describes how to display system and battery status.

Web Interface System Parameters

Shows system parameters displayed on the DC Power Plant page in the Web interface.

Control Console System Status

Displays system status information in the control console.

Management Options

DC Power Plant Options Overview

Lists options to manage the DC Power Plant via console and web interface.

DC System Parameters & OEM Parameters (Web)

Details configuring DC System Parameters and viewing OEM Parameters via web.

DC System Parameters & OEM Parameters (Console)

Details configuring DC System Parameters and OEM Parameters via console.

Power Modules: Rectifiers and Converters

Rectifier Parameters

Explains configurable parameters for rectifiers.

Rectifier Alarms

Details alarm actions for various rectifier conditions.

Rectifier Status

Shows how to report the status of individual rectifiers.

Converter Parameters

Explains configurable parameters for converters.

Converter Alarms

Details alarm actions for various converter conditions.

Converter Status

Shows how to report the status of individual converters.

Distribution: Breakers and Fuses

Breakers

Explains how to display and configure breakers.

Fuses

Explains how to display and configure fuses.

Batteries: Status, Thresholds and Alarms

Battery Status

Describes how to view battery status and related parameters.

Battery Thresholds Configuration

Details the configuration of various battery thresholds.

Battery Alarms

Explains how to configure alarm actions for battery conditions.

Relays: Output Relays and Input Relays

Input Relays

Describes how to configure input relays.

Output Relays

Describes how to configure output relays.

LVD (Low Voltage Disconnect)

LVD Configuration Options

Details options for naming, enabling, setting trip/reset voltages, and alarms for LVDs.

Power Plant Alarms;Internal Log

Power Plant Status

Displays the status of all DC Power Plant alarms.

Power Plant Internal Log

Views recent DC Power Plant events and their timestamps.

Event-Related Menus

Introduction

Introduces the Events menu for managing event logging and notifications.

Overview of Event Options

Explains tasks related to event logging, SNMP traps, and email notifications.

Menu Options Access

Details how to access event-related options via Web and control console.

Event Log

Overview

Explains the event logging capability and how to view the log.

Accessing the Event Log (Web;Console)

Details how to view and clear the event log via Web interface and control console.

Retrieving Log Files via FTP

Guides on using FTP to download Event and Data logs.

Event Actions (Web Interface only)

Overview

Explains how to select actions for events based on severity.

Severity Levels and Event Actions

Details severity levels and actions for Event Log, SNMP, and Email.

Event Recipients

Overview

Explains how to define trap receivers and email addresses.

Trap Receiver Settings

Details settings for configuring trap receivers.

SMTP Settings and Email Recipients

Details SMTP server, sender address, and recipient configuration.

Data Menu (Web Interface Only)

Log Option

Explains how to access the Data Log for DC Power Plant information.

Configuration Option

Details settings for configuring the Data Log interval and storage.

Security

Security Features and Configuration

Covers planning, features, ports, and user credential security.

Authentication vs. Encryption

Explains basic authentication and lack of encryption for card access.

Firewalls for Security

Discusses the role of firewalls in overall network security.

Troubleshooting

Management Card Access Problems

Provides solutions for common problems accessing the Management Card.

SNMP Issues

Offers solutions for problems related to SNMP GET, SET, and trap reception.

Product Information

Warranty and Service

Details the limited warranty and how to obtain service.

Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the terms of the limited warranty for the product.

Warranty Limitations and Liability

Specifies limitations on warranties and APC's liability.

Obtaining Service and Support

Guides on how to contact APC support and what information to provide.

Life-Support Policy

General Policy

States APC's policy on using products in life-support applications.

Examples of Life-Support Devices

Lists examples of devices considered life-support equipment.

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Lists the electrical specifications of the management card.

Physical Specifications

Lists the physical specifications (size, weight) of the management card.

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