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Green rectangular plug-in module with silver 9-pin D-Sub connector

Eaton

Eaton 1014018 Relay Interface Card accessory

SKU CH-8SPY-W01BB MPN 1014018

Relay interface card adds RS-232 connectivity via DB-9 for UPS monitoring and automatic shutdown through BestDock slot

  • Product typeRelay Interface Card (Remote management adapter)
  • Compatible withPC , Unix
  • DetailsInterface Provided: Connector Type: 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) Inter
  • Key featuresCommunications and control software are at the heart of any
  • Enables automatic UPS shutdown via RS-232 serial link
  • Provides network monitoring of UPS status through BestDock slot
  • Plug-in module fits standard X-Slot for quick installation
  • DB-9 connector ensures wired connectivity with PC or Unix systems
  • Relay interface card supports remote management of power events

Relay Interface Card for UPS Management

The Eaton 1014018 relay interface card adds remote management capability to compatible UPS systems. It plugs into a BestDock slot to provide a wired RS-232 connection for monitoring and control. System administrators can use it to integrate UPS status into existing management workflows.

RS-232 DB-9 Serial Connectivity

The card presents a single 9-pin D-Sub connector using the RS-232 protocol for data link communication. This interface enables automatic shutdown signalling and status reporting to a connected PC or Unix host. No other network or serial interfaces are provided by this module.

Plug-in Module for BestDock Slot

Installation requires an available BestDock slot inside the UPS chassis. The plug-in form factor draws power from the UPS and requires no external supply. It frees the host system from polling the UPS directly by handling shutdown commands locally. Buyers needing USB, Ethernet or SNMP connectivity cannot use this card.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameEATON
Model name1014018
Product typeRelay Interface Card (Remote management adapter)
Size & build
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 56 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withPC , Unix

Questions about this item

What does the RS-232 interface actually let me do with my UPS?

The RS-232 link carries UPS status and alarm data to the host so the included software can trigger an automatic, orderly shutdown when power fails or battery runs low.

Which slot does the 1014018 plug into and what does that connection limit?

It fits an Eaton BestDock (X-Slot) bay; the DB-9 serial port caps communication at RS-232 voltage levels and cable lengths, so the UPS must sit near the managed server or serial concentrator.

What physical space and cabling does the card need inside the UPS?

The plug-in module slides into the X-Slot opening and exits through a standard DB-9 cut-out, requiring only a 9-pin serial cable to reach the computer or terminal server.

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