Ensuring uninterrupted IT operations is paramount. The Schneider Electric Network Management Card (NMC) offers a secure, remote solution for monitoring and controlling power and cooling infrastructure. By connecting directly to your network, the NMC empowers you to remotely reboot devices and restore functionality, saving time and costs associated with on-site interventions. Manage your critical infrastructure through a user-friendly web interface, EcoStruxure™ IT Software, or any SNMP-compatible system.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Schneider Electric Network Management Card offers a secure and remote solution for monitoring and controlling power and cooling infrastructure.
  • Remotely reboot devices and restore functionality. Save time and costs associated with on-site interventions.
  • See our range of Network Management Cards at Comms Express.
  • Network Management Card Product comparisons, Support contract license benefits, and Support contact license part numbers.

Network Management Card 3 Features

EcoStruxure IT Integration:
Effectively monitor and manage your equipment with a new standard for proactive insights on critical assets.

Network Management System (NMS) Compatible:
Use the PowerNet MIB to forward SNMP traps or polling across SNMP to make your device information available on your preferred NMS.

Envrionmental Monitoring & Modbus Support:
Remotely monitor and enable interfaces with EcoStruxure IT, building management systems, or other third-party systems.

Reboot Equipment Remotely:
No need to worry about dispatching technicians to remote locations with the ability quickly re-establish availability over your network.

Smart Battery Management:
Detailed battery information will provide you with all the details you need to manage and maintain your battery system, even providing you with early fault warnings.

Flash Upgradable Firmware:
Install UPS firmware upgrades conveniently from anywhere!

Powerchute Network Shutdown Software:
The operating shutdown sequence comes with advanced integration support for VMware® ESX/ESXi & Microsoft® Hyper-V and SCVMM.

Schneider Electric’s range of APC UPS Network Management Card 3 (NMC3) allows for secure and remote monitoring and control. Configure notifications to alert you of problems as they occur.

APC Notification icon Notification
Ensure crucial situations are dealt with in a timely manner by receiving notifications of problems.
APC Scheduling icon Scheduling
Customize the shutdown and reboot of your connected equipment and UPS
APC Data Logging icon Data Logging
Export logs for analysis and identify problematic trends before they esculate.
APC Event Logging icon Event Logging
Use an event log to pinpoint timing and sequencing of events leading up to an incident.

 

 

Don’t compromise security for connectivity

Remote visibility of critical infrastructure, such as power and cooling devices, can expose networks to potential cyberattacks. Vendors and IT professionals must prioritise advanced cybersecurity measures and proactive monitoring to mitigate these sophisticated threats. Schneider Electric is at the forefront of this industry, offering best practices and certifications to significantly reduce the risk of cybersecurity breaches and enhance the overall security of physical infrastructure. Schneider Electric’s cooling infrastructure can be easily managed through a web browser interface, using EcoStruxure IT Software or any SNMP-enabled system.

Explore our range of Network Management Cards at Comms Express.

 

 

Next Generation Features and Enhancements

Security

Keep your sensitive data secure with advanced security features.
• Secure Boot with Root of Trust for enhanced Security.
• Stricter credentials and force password policy configurations increase your password security.
• EAPoL (Extensible Authentication Protocol over LAN) architecture is used within IEEE 802.1x port-based network access control.
• Secure access to SSH, HTTPS.
• Secure email authentication, file transfer.
• 3-tier user access (read-only, device and administrator).
• 2048 bit encryption key support.

Performance

Enjoy a faster, more powerful experience with the new Low-Cost Ethernet Solution (LCES) processor.
• 1Gigabt Ethernet connection (RJ-45 10/100/1000 Base-T).
• Easier user on when remotely managing multiple sights with centralized user management and RADIUS support.
• Supports multiple NMC 3 sessions and simultaneous multiple user logins.

Storage & Ease-of-use

Accommodate increased event and data log storage with extended memory space.
• 100x event log and data logs
• Pre-loaded with multiple language support.
• Micro USB based console.

 

NMC3 Options Available at Comms Express!

Remote management can save you time and money through the ability to reboot devices without deploying personnel.

APC AP9640 UPS Network Management Card 3

APC AP9640 UPS Network Management Card 3

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APC AP9641 UPS Network Management Card 3

with Environmental Monitoring

APC AP9641 UPS Network Management Card 3

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APC AP9643 UPS Network Management Card 3

with Environmental Monitoring and Modbus

APC AP9643 UPS Network Management Card 3

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This is just a brief look at the APC Range, if you require more Schneider Electric equipment for your business, you can check our Schneider Electric microsite for a wide range of APC products to suit your needs.

 

Power and Cooling Monitoring and Management with NMC

The Network Management Card in APC and Schneider Electric UPS, PDU, and cooling products enables efficient monitoring and management of power infrastructure from anywhere. Explore these compatible management options for additional capabilities:

PowerChute Network Shutdown: Provides graceful, unattended shutdown and unattended start-up in a power event for physical and virtual IT infrastructure.

EcoStruxure IT Expert: Vendor-neutral cloud-based solution to monitor and manage your equipment more efficiently by delivering insights.

 

UPS Network Management Card 3 – Product comparison

Remotely manage your UPS on your existing network with data centre, building management, or industrial automation systems using the UPS Network Management Card 3.

 

Network Management Card Support Contract License provides

 

Support Contract License Benefits

 

The Support Contract License Part Numbers

 

1-Year Secure NMC Subscription Included

To ensure your Network Management Card has the latest firmware which is independently certified to the IEC 62443-4-2 standard, your NMC includes a 1-year Secure NMC subscription.

A 1-year Secure NMC subscription is included with all the NMC3 or NMC4 for 1-Phase and 3-Phase UPS and PDU products.

To activate your included subscription for 1-Phase, download the SNS Tool.

For 3-Phase, your subscription is activated at the time of installation by our service experts.

 

To find out more contact our sales team today at 01245 459491, or visit our website at Comms Express to explore the full APC range.  

 

Other Schneider Electric products Available from Comms Express:

Server Racks & Accessories | NetBotz Security and Environmental Monitoring | Extended Warranty | Accessory Extended Warranty | Power Distribution Units | Uniterruptible Power Supply

 

If you require any further information on these or any other products that we stock here at Comms Express, please do not hesitate to contact our team who will be only too happy to help.

Until next time…