The pdu defaults to dhcp bootp so 192 168 1 202 is from the previous user.
Apc switched rack pdu factory reset.
Resetting the network interface using the small reset button near the network jack has no effect on the electrical output of the rack pdu or rack ats.
Can you get the cable.
I like to wipe the configuration from equipment prior to disposal.
Apc switched rack power distribution units pdus enable advanced user customizable power control and active monitoring.
Immediately press reset again only 1 2 seconds needed.
You are not able to reset the unit to the factory settings on this model without gaining access via the serial console cable which is outlined in those instructions above.
Network port led s will start flashing.
If not let me know.
I have three apc pdu ap7900 and i m about to dispose of one of them.
I also had my serial cable for my laptop.
Then you can recover it by connecting to the pdu via the ser.
Rack pdu switched 1u 20a 120v 8 5 20 switched rack power distribution units rack pdu provide advanced load management plus on off control at the outlet level for power cycling delayed power sequencing and outlet use management.
Fortunately i still had the serial cable required to get into the console.
The process that worked for me 3 times straight.
If you forget the password to your apc rack pdu generation 2 starts with part number ap8xxx.
I just had to reset an apc pdu and go thru this hassle.
This procedure simply reboots the embedded network management card which will render the network port inaccessible for a short period of time while it reboots.