Eaton
Eaton TLNETCARD Tripp Lite SNMP Management Card SmartSlot Fast Ethernet
Adds dual-port Fast Ethernet and SNMP, web, Modbus, SSH and Telnet management to a compatible SmartSlot UPS
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- Network manage UPS via SNMP, web, Modbus, SSH or Telnet
- Dual RJ-45 ports provide Fast Ethernet connectivity for reliable monitoring
- Remotely reboot locked equipment using controllable outlets on select UPS models
- Tiered user permissions allow three access levels for secure control
- Email and SNMP trap alerts notify you instantly of power events
Network Management Card
The Eaton TLNETCARD installs into a SmartSlot on compatible SmartPro or SmartOnline UPS units to add network-based monitoring and control. It is intended for administrators who need remote visibility of power conditions in server rooms, data centres or network closets. The card enables management through SNMP, web browser, Modbus TCP, SSH or Telnet without requiring the Java Runtime Environment. Buyers whose UPS lacks a SmartSlot accessory slot cannot use this card.
Thermals and Power Draw
The accessory draws minimal power from the UPS host slot and adds no active cooling of its own. Operation is silent because there are no fans or moving parts on the card. Heat contribution inside the UPS enclosure is negligible during normal use. No separate power supply or external cabling is required beyond the network connection.
Build and Connectivity
The module fits the SmartSlot form factor and presents two RJ-45 Fast Ethernet ports for redundant or segmented network links. Its web interface supports tiered user permissions, email or SNMP trap alerts, scheduled self-tests, automatic shutdown actions and firmware upgrades. RoHS compliance confirms restricted-substance adherence. Remote outlet control functions depend on the host UPS providing controllable or switchable outlets, which not all models offer.
Highlights
- Network manage UPS via SNMP, web, Modbus, SSH or Telnet
- Dual RJ-45 ports provide Fast Ethernet connectivity for reliable monitoring
- Remotely reboot locked equipment using controllable outlets on select UPS models
- Tiered user permissions allow three access levels for secure control
- Email and SNMP trap alerts notify you instantly of power events
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How is the TLNETCARD installed into a compatible UPS, and what step do people often miss?
Slide the card into the SmartSlot until it seats firmly, then secure the retaining screws; the step often missed is configuring the IP address via the web interface before putting the UPS into production.
What maintenance or replacement will the TLNETCARD need over time?
The card has no user-serviceable parts; plan on periodic firmware upgrades through the web interface to address security patches and protocol updates.
What limit appears first when the TLNETCARD runs under sustained monitoring load?
The dual Fast Ethernet ports share a finite bandwidth pool, so very frequent SNMP polling from multiple management stations can saturate the link before the card's processor becomes a bottleneck.
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