APC – AP9631 – Network Card – Tested

APC UPS Network Management Card 2 — APC AP9631 UPS Network Management Card 2 w Environmental Monitoring 640-1110B-Z

The APC AP9631 adds secure, always-on remote management to compatible APC UPS systems—so you can monitor status, receive alerts, review event logs, and initiate graceful shutdown during extended outages. It’s a go-to upgrade for IT rooms, racks, edge closets, and remote sites where visibility and response time matter.

• Web / CLI / SNMP management — browser-based dashboard plus command line access and SNMP monitoring.
• Security-focused remote access — designed for hardened network environments with modern secure protocols.
• Notifications & logging — configurable alarms, event history, and reporting for troubleshooting trends.
• Managed shutdown support — enables unattended shutdown workflows for protected servers and hosts.
• Environmental capability — supports temperature / temp-humidity sensing via compatible probes.

Why network cards fail (and why it matters)

• Firmware corruption after improper updates or power interruptions during writes.
• Port damage from ESD events or rough handling during installs.
• Aging electrolytics and heat exposure in always-on racks.
• Mis-match installs (wrong UPS family/slot) causing non-detection or instability.

Our solution

• Fitment-first guidance — confirm UPS family, SmartSlot type, and feature needs before you buy.
• Clean configuration handoff — ideal for standardizing remote sites with repeatable settings.
• Practical deployment help — DHCP/static IP planning, alerting setup, and secure access best practices.