USER’S GUIDE network management card

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Converters. From the Converters sub-menu, type 1 for configurable Converter Parameters.

Converter Parameters

Description

 

 

1- High Voltage

If converter voltage exceeds this value, a converter high

Threshold (V)

voltage alarm occurs. To set the alarm action, see Converter

 

Alarms.

 

 

2- Low Voltage

If converter voltage drops below this value, a converter low

Threshold (V)

voltage alarm occurs. To set the alarm action, see Converter

 

Alarms.

 

 

3- Fail Safe (V)

The value sent to the converter controllers to use if

 

communication is lost with the master controller or if the

 

master controller board fails.

 

 

4- Set Point (V)

The initial set point used in the voltage control loop.

 

 

5- Fail Max (V)

The value sent to the converter controllers to define the

 

maximum set point allowed (the converter fail maximum

 

limit).

 

 

6- Fail Min (V)

The value sent to the converter controllers to define the

 

minimum set point allowed (the converter fail minimum

 

limit).

 

 

7- Communications Fail

The time in seconds (60 by default) that a converter waits

(sec)

for communication with the master controller before

 

resetting all its values to their defaults.

 

 

8- Accept Changes

Use this option to save your changes.

 

 

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APC AP9617 manual Converter Parameters Description

AP9617 specifications

The APC AP9617 is a vital component for data center management and power management solutions, designed by APC by Schneider Electric. This intelligent network management card is engineered to provide enhanced monitoring and control of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), ensuring consistent power availability and optimal performance in a variety of environments.

One of the main features of the AP9617 is its ability to connect via Ethernet, enabling remote monitoring and management of the UPS status through a web interface. This functionality allows users to access real-time data on power consumption, voltage levels, and overall system health from anywhere with internet connectivity. The card supports both SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and web protocols, making it compatible with various network environments.

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