APC AP9617 Smart Slot Network Management Card

The APC AP9617 Smart Slot Network Management Card is a dedicated network‑based management module that plugs into a SmartSlot on compatible APC UPS systems to enable remote monitoring and control. It provides a dedicated RJ-45 network port for network‑based management and status access, and a serial interface for local configuration, allowing both remote and direct interaction with the UPS ecosystem. As part of the Network Management Card 1 (NMC1) family, AP9617 is designed to work in APC UPS units that support SmartSlot cards, with related models AP9618 and AP9619 sharing the same family. Web‑based configuration and monitoring are performed through the device's management interface accessed over the network, typically by assigning an IP address and using a web browser or compatible management tools. The AP9617 is used in APC Smart‑UPS and Symmetra units that support SmartSlot NMCs, providing centralized UPS health monitoring and event logging as part of enterprise power‑management workflows. This card is specifically designed for installations that require remote UPS management with local fallback via serial, integrating with existing network administration practices.