Page 2 - Radio frequency interference; receiver is connected.
Thank You! Thank you for selecting the UPS Interface Expander (AP9607). It has been designed for many years of reliable, maintenance-free service in combination with your American Power Conversion (APC) uninterruptible power supply (UPS). APC is dedicated to the development of high-performance elect...
Page 3 - Contents; plus
i Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview 1 Features of the Interface Expander 2 Hardware and software requirements 3 Choosing cables 4 Safety warning 4 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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ii Contents continued Connecting to Protected Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connection procedure 17 Connecting the Interface Expander 18 Configuring the Interface Expander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Shutdown modes 19 DIP switches 19 Confirmed shutdown mode 20 P...
Page 5 - Introduction; Overview; Continued on next page
1 Introduction Overview The UPS Interface Expander (AP9607) is an American Power Conversion ( APC ) SmartSlot ™ accessory that pro- vides two additional computer interface ports for your APC UPS equipped with a SmartSlot accessory slot. It allows the UPS to work in conjunction with your power manage...
Page 6 - Features of
2 Introduction continued Features of the Interface Expander The Interface Expander: • Mounts in all APC devices equipped with a SmartSlot accessory slot. • Works well in a heterogeneous network. Servers run- ning different operating systems can monitor the same UPS simultaneously. • Supports advance...
Page 7 - Hardware and
3 Introduction continued Hardware and software requirements The Interface Expander requires: • An APC device equipped with a SmartSlot accessory slot. SmartSlot devices include — but are not limited to — the APC UPS s in the next item. • An APC UPS of one the following models: – Smart- UPS ® , excep...
Page 8 - Choosing; or cable made by any other manufacturer; UPS; Table 1: Choosing cables
4 Introduction continued Choosing cables: Table 1 This table lists the cables for use with the systems supported by the Interface Expander. When ordering a cable, provide the Part Number. Safety warning The Interface Expander is to be used only in conjunction with an APC UPS . Use only APC UPS monit...
Page 9 - Product Description; • 2 Basic monitoring ports
5 Product Description Interface Expander panel: Figure 1 The following figure shows the front panel of the Interface Expander. The panel contains: • 2 Basic monitoring ports • 4 Configuration DIP switches • a status LED Figure 1:Interface Expander panel Basic monitoring ports The two computer interf...
Page 10 - Table 2; The Interface Expander status; provides important; LED
6 Product Description continued Status LED: Table 2 The Interface Expander status LED provides important information concerning operation of the unit. Refer to the table below for a description of the conditions indicated by the LED . Status Description On Normal operation. The Interface Expander is...
Page 11 - Key Concepts; Simple versus; Item; Port type; Table 3: Simple versus smart signaling
7 Key Concepts Simple versus smart signaling: Table 3 The communication between an APC UPS and a connected server can be of two types: simple signaling or smart signal-ing. This table provides information that distinguishes the two types. Continued on next page Item Communication Types Simple Signal...
Page 12 - Master server
8 Key Concepts continued Master server versus Interface Expander servers A “master” server is a server connected to the (Advanced) computer interface port of the UPS. This server uses PowerChute plus, configured for smart signaling, to moni-tor and control the UPS. Although the Advanced port on the ...
Page 13 - Configuring; for simple; OR
9 Key Concepts continued Configuring PowerChute plus for simple signaling To use PowerChute plus on a server connected to the Inter-face Expander, configure PowerChute plus for simple signaling. Use either one of these procedures. 1 (Re)install PowerChute plus. When the installation program prompts ...
Page 14 - Low Battery; tery duration set in the UPS)
10 Key Concepts continued Low Battery signal The Interface Expander generates a Low Battery signal when it detects a Low Battery condition at the UPS, regard-less of whether the UPS is on battery. The Interface Expander generates a Low Battery signal under certain other conditions according to the c...
Page 15 - Setup overview
11 Key Concepts continued Setup overview To set up the Interface Expander, you will be required to perform the following procedures as applicable: 1 Determine which SmartSlot accessory slot you will use for the Interface Expander. See “Multiple SmartSlot Installation” on page 12. 2 Install the Inter...
Page 16 - Multiple SmartSlot Installation; Accessory; Highest; Lowest; Table 4: Priority of SmartSlot devices
12 Multiple SmartSlot Installation Introduction If your UPS configuration uses more than one SmartSlot device, you must install them in the correct order for them to work together properly. Priority of SmartSlot devices: Table 4 Install SmartSlot accessories as dictated by the following table. An ac...
Page 17 - see “Installation in the APC Triple Chassis” on this page).; Adapter installed; II could be
13 Multiple SmartSlot Installation continued If your UPS has one SmartSlot accessory slot If your UPS has exactly one SmartSlot accessory slot, use this accessory slot for the SmartSlot device with the lowest priority. Install SmartSlot devices with higher priority in an Expansion Chassis (AP9600) o...
Page 18 - Installation in; Adapter; Daisy chains; Management
14 Multiple SmartSlot Installation continued Installation in the Symmetra PowerArray For installation of multiple SmartSlot devices in the Sym-metra PowerArray, refer to the numbering shown in the figure that follows. Note that the PowerNet SNMP Adapter is installed in slot #4, Call- UPS II in #3, t...
Page 19 - Installation; Warning; Note: If your UPS configuration uses more than one
15 Installation Warning Handle the Interface Expander by the front panel. Do not touch the exposed printed circuit board or components. Touching the circuit board or components may result in damage to the Interface Expander. Reminder Before you install the Interface Expander, install any required po...
Page 20 - Orient the Interface Expander to fit the accessory; UPS or device; Note: While it is not possible to install the Inter-; or device may be oriented
16 Installation continued Installation procedure, continued 4 Orient the Interface Expander to fit the accessory slot. Slide the Interface Expander all the way into the slot until the front panel is flush with the back panel of the UPS or device . Note: While it is not possible to install the Inter-...
Page 21 - Connecting to Protected Devices; Connection; Note: A server not supported by PowerChute plus; or; UPS II; , is already using the; , connect the master server to the; Note: Servers connected to the Basic ports of the
17 Connecting to Protected Devices Connection procedure To connect the devices, refer to “Connecting the Interface Expander: Figure 2” on page 18 and perform the following steps in the order given. 1 Connect the master server to the (Advanced) com- puter interface port of the UPS. (See “Master serve...
Page 22 - Connecting the
18 Connecting to Protected Devices continued Connecting the Interface Expander: Figure 2 The following figure shows how to connect the devices, as described in “Connection procedure” on page 17. Figure 2:Connecting the Interface Expander
Page 23 - Configuring the Interface Expander; Shutdown; Each shutdown mode is described in this section.; Table 5; Shutdown Mode; Confirmed; Table 5: DIP switches
19 Configuring the Interface Expander Shutdown modes To configure the Interface Expander, you must choose one of the three available modes of automatic UPS shutdown. Each shutdown mode is described in this section. • Confirmed • Until Low Battery • Timer DIP switches: Table 5 Select the shutdown mod...
Page 24 - In Confirmed mode, the Interface Expander shuts down the; after all connected servers have signaled that they have
20 Configuring the Interface Expander continued Confirmed shutdown mode In Confirmed mode, the Interface Expander shuts down the UPS after all connected servers have signaled that they have completed shutdown of the operating system. Note: Do not use Confirmed mode if any server connected to the Int...
Page 25 - , which cycles power to restart the servers.
Configuring the Interface Expander continued Behavior of Confirmed mode If power returns before any connected server has signaled shutdown of the operating system, the Interface Expander returns to On Line status. If the Interface Expander detects a Low Battery condition in the UPS before all connec...
Page 26 - Until Low; OK
22 Configuring the Interface Expander continued Until Low Battery shutdown mode Until Low Battery shutdown mode is similar to the standard operation of the UPS . During a utility failure, the Interface Expander allows the UPS to run on battery until utility power is restored, or until the battery is...
Page 27 - Testing the; Note: To check the shutdown mode of your config-
23 Configuring the Interface Expander continued Testing the Interface Expander To check the operation of the Interface Expander, perform the following steps in the order given. 1 Confirm that the UPS in on and that the battery is fully charged. 2 Verify that the Interface Expander has been installed...
Page 28 - Warranty Information; Limited
24 Warranty Information Limited warranty American Power Conversion (APC) warrants the Interface Expander to be free from defects in materials and workman-ship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Its obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at its own sole...
Page 29 - Warranty
25 Warranty Information continued Warranty limitations Except as provided herein, American Power Conversion makes no warranties, express or implied, including war-ranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some jurisdictions do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warr...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting; If you have; Problem
26 Troubleshooting If you have problems with your Interface Expander The troubleshooting chart (Table 6) covers many of the problems that might arise with the Interface Expander. If you encounter a problem with your Interface Expander, refer to the troubleshooting chart first. There may be a sim-ple...
Page 32 - If problems
28 Troubleshooting continued If problems persist For problems not covered in the troubleshooting chart (see “Troubleshooting: Table 6” on page 26), or if the problem persists, follow this procedure: 1 Note the serial number and date of purchase of the Interface Expander unit. Contact APC Cus-tomer S...
Page 34 - Specifications; Basic port pin
30 Specifications Basic port pin assignments The following limitations and capabilities apply to the Basic ports of the Interface Expander: • Pins 3, 5, and 6 are open collector outputs which must be pulled up to a common referenced supply no greater than + 40 VDC . The transistors are capable of a ...
Page 35 - The following figure shows the Basic port; pin
31 Specifications continued Basic port pin assignments: Figure 3 The following figure shows the Basic port pin assignments. Figure 3:Basic port pin assignments Continued on next page
Page 36 - Product; Table 7: Product specifications
32 Specifications continued Product specifications: Table 7 The following table shows the product specifications for the Interface Expander. Item Specification Physical Size (H × W × D): 4.0 × 4.0 × 1.5 in(10.2 × 10.2 × 3.8 cm) Weight: 0.3 lb (0.136 kg) Shipping weight: 0.7 lb (0.318 kg) Environment...
Page 37 - Index; using with Confirmed shutdown
Index 33 A Accessories placement of, 12 Advanced port using with Confirmed shutdown mode, 21 AppleShare server cable , 4 B Basic port description, 5 pin assignments, 30 – 31 Behavior of Confirmed mode , 21 C Cables, choosing additional , 4 Call-UPS II, priority in multiple SmartSlot device installat...
Page 38 - configuring for simple signaling,
34 Index continued Life-support examples of life-support devices, 29 general policy, 29 Life-Support Policy , 29 Limited warranty , 24 Low Battery signal , 10 M, N, O Macintosh server cable , 4 Master server versus Interface Expander servers , 8 Measure-UPS II, priority in multiple SmartSlot device ...
Page 39 - installation of multiple SmartSlot
Index continued 35 Switches, configuration DIP , 5 behavior, 19 Symmetra PowerArray, installation of SmartSlot devices in , 14 T, U, V Temperature safety warning, 4 Testing the Interface Expander , 23 Timer shutdown mode , 22 Triple Chassis daisy chaining with, 14 installation of multiple SmartSlot ...
Page 41 - Declaration of Conformity; Type of Equipment; UPS Accessory Equipment; Model Numbers
Declaration of Conformity Application of Coun-cil Directives 89/336/EEC Standards to Which Conformity is Declared EN55022: 1995EN50082-1: 1992 including IEC 1000-4-2: 1995 IEC 1000-4-3: 1995 IEC 1000-4-4: 1995 Manufacturer’s Name and Address American Power Conversion132 Fairgrounds RoadWest Kingston...
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