I need to replace my UPS battery and/or entire UPS unit. I see 3-4 different new UPS options (besides size). I don’t see any smart features. I’m in the US. Beyond a UPS for a dedicated app and one has email, I see no other means of communication. Is anyone aware of some way to integrate these or others into ST?
The SmartThings Hub can act as the sole intermediary device by running a custom LAN Edge Driver locally. Because SmartThings Edge Drivers the hub itself can execute raw UDP network requests—allowing it to communicate directly with your APC Network Management Card via SNMP
The other option although cloud dependent is something like APC SmartConnect. Configure a couple of web hooks to pull the data.
I like the idea of developing a local driver. But my understanding is that APC only connects via USB B to a PC or NAS?
Could this also work on cyber power UPS?
A NAS should be running NUT as a UPS daemon. Since the NAS is likely always running its a better choice than a PC.