SKU: 84051459963

Protocol translation to UPS-Link, Management Options, Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card, UPS support for UPSLink protocol serial communications

Sale price$95.90 Regular price$106.56
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $26.64 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 22 - Jul 27

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Protocol translation to UPS-Link, Management Options, Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card, UPS support for UPSLink protocol serial communicationsThe Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card provides serial communications support for the UPS Link protocol across a range of UPS models, including SC, SMC, SMX, SMT, SURTD, and SRT. As newer UPS devices move away from UPS Link, this dedicated SmartSlot add on preserves the ability to monitor, manage, and integrate legacy units with modern control systems through a robust, plug in solution. Built to endure the rigors of data centers, industrial

The Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card provides serial communications support for the UPS-Link protocol across a range of UPS models, including SC, SMC, SMX, SMT, SURTD, and SRT. As newer UPS devices move away from UPS-Link, this dedicated SmartSlot add-on preserves the ability to monitor, manage, and integrate legacy units with modern control systems through a robust, plug-in solution. Built to endure the rigors of data centers, industrial facilities, and field deployments, the card translates UPS-Link serial traffic into a reliable, usable interface for custom applications and enterprise management platforms. If your environment relies on legacy UPS-Link communications for remote monitoring, event logging, or custom automation workflows, this card delivers a proven path to continuity without requiring a full system replacement.

  • Restore and sustain legacy UPS-Link serial communications — This card is purpose-built to re-enable the UPS-Link protocol on UPS models that traditionally supported it, including SC, SMC, SMX, SMT, SURTD, and SRT families. By inserting the Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card into a compatible UPS chassis, operations teams can maintain established data collection and control workflows, ensuring that historical monitoring software and custom integrations continue to function without disruption. The solution minimizes downtime and preserves existing investment in monitoring infrastructure, while enabling a smooth transition path for gradually migrating to newer management architectures.
  • Bridge to modern management ecosystems — While the UPS-Link protocol enables legacy devices to communicate, many contemporary management tools and dashboards rely on serial translation or gateway-enabled interfaces. The SmartSlot Card acts as a controlled translator layer, allowing external devices, servers, and SCADA-like systems to exchange data with UPS-Link-equipped units. This bridge reduces the need for costly retrofits or chassis replacements and helps organizations maintain centralized visibility, alerting, and automation across mixed-age fleets with a single management plane.
  • Plug-in reliability in a SmartSlot form factor — The card is designed to fit into the standard SmartSlot expansion path used by compatible UPS models, providing a compact, non-intrusive upgrade that preserves physical space and system integrity. Its rugged construction supports persistent operation in challenging environments, offering stable electrical characteristics and dependable signal integrity for serial communications. By leveraging a local card-based solution rather than a standalone gateway, organizations benefit from reduced latency, simpler topology, and fewer potential points of failure.
  • Versatile, customizable applicability — The Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card is crafted for custom applications requiring UPS-Link serial communications. Whether used for archival data collection, bespoke alarm routing, or integration with specialized control software, the card delivers a predictable, standards-aligned interface. This versatility makes it suitable for facilities with bespoke monitoring requirements or for integrators building tailored solutions around UPS-Link-enabled units, preserving architectural consistency while expanding operational capabilities.
  • Clear pathway to continuity and investment protection — By enabling continued use of UPS-Link with supported UPS families, the card protects existing investments in hardware, software licenses, and personnel expertise. It offers a practical upgrade path for organizations maintaining legacy devices while evaluating modern alternatives. The card’s compatibility with legacy UPS models ensures ongoing serviceability, reduces total cost of ownership, and simplifies supplier and maintenance planning for environments where discontinuities in protocol support could otherwise disrupt critical operations.

Technical Details of Protocol Translation to UPS-Link

  • Form factor and compatibility — Legacy SmartSlot Card designed to fit in compatible UPS chassis with SmartSlot expansion; supports UPS-Link serial communications for SC, SMC, SMX, SMT, SURTD, and SRT models.
  • Interface — Serial communications interface utilizing the UPS-Link protocol; designed to translate and preserve UPS-Link message traffic for external devices and software.
  • Power and grounding — Draws power through the UPS slot as part of the SmartSlot card assembly; designed for stable electrical characteristics suitable for continuous operation in mission-critical environments.
  • Reliability and environmental suitability — Built with industrial-grade components and compliant with common data-center operating conditions to ensure dependable performance in demanding settings.
  • Compatibility caveat — Specific specifications, firmware revision requirements, and detailed electrical parameters should be confirmed against official vendor documentation for exact model pairings and supported configurations.

How to install Protocol Translation to UPS-Link

  • Power down the UPS and disconnect any nonessential connections to minimize risk during installation.
  • Open the UPS chassis according to the manufacturer’s service guidelines and locate the available SmartSlot expansion slot.
  • Carefully align and insert the Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card into the slot, ensuring a secure, fully seated connection to the backplane.
  • Connect the appropriate serial (UPS-Link) cable from the card’s interface to the external device or monitoring system that will communicate with the UPS-Link protocol.
  • Power up the UPS and perform a basic communication test using the designated management software or diagnostic tools to verify that UPS-Link traffic is correctly translated and readable by the host system.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: Which UPS models are supported by the Legacy Communications SmartSlot Card?
  • A: The card provides serial communications support for the UPS-Link protocol on SC, SMC, SMX, SMT, SURTD, and SRT UPS models, those that originally used UPS-Link and can benefit from the translation card in legacy configurations.
  • Q: Do current UPS devices still use UPS-Link with this card?
  • A: Many newer UPS units have moved away from UPS-Link; this card is specifically designed to enable continued UPS-Link compatibility for legacy systems and custom applications where UPS-Link traffic needs to be preserved or translated for external interfaces.
  • Q: Can this card be used for custom applications?
  • A: Yes. The card is intended for custom applications that require serial UPS-Link communications, providing a bridge between legacy UPS-Link traffic and modern monitoring or automation software.
  • Q: Is installation challenging?
  • A: Installation is straightforward for qualified personnel familiar with UPS chassis maintenance. It involves locating the SmartSlot, seating the card, connecting the serial interface, and validating the link with your monitoring system following standard safety procedures.
  • Q: Where can I find detailed specifications and firmware requirements?
  • A: Detailed specifications, firmware compatibility, and model-specific notes should be consulted in the official vendor datasheets or specification sheets corresponding to your UPS model and SKU/UPC references.
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 84051459963

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.5 ★★★★★
Based on 13 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
C
Verified Purchase
Carol C
Omaha, US
★★★★★ 5
excellent pillows i bought two sets!!
Size: Firm Queen (2 Count), Color: Original White (Cooling)
I ordered these for my son who has neck issues and has gone through so many pillows trying to find one that he liked. They’re heavy, so i was worried that they might be “too” heavy to be able to sleep on comfortably, so I ordered a second set, one firmer than the other (just in case) and gave him a set for Xmas and he loved the first set so much without even trying the less firm ones.He also needs the cooling factor and these offered that, too. They are filled with pieces of memory foam (tons of it) and each pillow can be modified by removing some of the foam. The covers are beautiful, high quality fabric with a zipper so ts easy to remove or replace the foam pieces. The size is perfect and they keep their shape. I kept the second set i ordered rather than returning them and i love the pillows. I actually modified two by removing some of the foam pieces. I kept the foam pieces in a zippered pillow protector and i can always adjust mine when or if i need to. 1000% love these.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
Asha
Whiting, US
★★★★★ 5
The Perfect Firm Pillow l
Size: Queen (1 Count), Color: Original White (Cooling)
It is everything it claims to be, cool, comfortable and strong. I got this for my husband first, he loves it and then got one for my son, he uses it to support his knees and has been sleeping much better since then. They both needed a firm pillow that is not super soft, firm but not achy. Finally found the perfect one.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2026
T
Verified Purchase
TJ
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
Feel like I am in hotel
Size: Standard (Pack of 2), Style: Soft, Configuration: Pillow
These pillows are absolutely amazing! They feel just like the luxurious ones you find in high-end hotels—soft, fluffy, and super comfortable. They provide great support for my head and neck, helping me sleep better every night. The white design is clean and classic, and they hold their shape well without going flat. I bought two and couldn’t be happier—worth every penny! Highly recommend for anyone wanting hotel-quality comfort at home.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
Alyssa Romano
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
Great set of pillows!!!
Size: Standard (Pack of 2), Style: Soft, Configuration: Pillow
I ordered this set of two down alternative pillows to replace some older pillows, and I’m honestly really impressed with the quality. Right out of the package, the pillows fluffed up nicely and felt soft yet supportive. They have that plush feel you want without being too flat or too firm, which makes them comfortable in multiple sleeping positions. I’ve been sleeping on these for a bit now and they’ve held their shape well throughout the night. They provide good neck support while still feeling cozy, and I don’t wake up with soreness or stiffness. What I like most is how breathable they feel compared to some other pillows I’ve tried. They stay comfortable without overheating, and the down alternative fill makes them a great option for anyone with allergies. Overall, this set is an excellent value for the price. If you’re looking for soft, supportive pillows that feel comfortable and well made, I would definitely recommend these.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2026
G
Verified Purchase
Gary
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 4
Great, soft, high-quality pillows, but too thick for me
Size: Standard (Pack of 2), Style: Soft, Configuration: Pillow
This will be a brief review of my pillow journey. I tried a few of the most popular pillows, like MyPillow, Amazon Basics, bamboo/shredded foam, memory pillows, but my most common complaint about them were that they were all just too high and firm for me. I am a restless sleeper and alternate between back, side, and stomach sleeping, and I strongly preferred the stomach sleeper/flat pillows with a polyester fiber/down alternative filling. Here's a ranking of my 4 top pillows: Eversnug Adjustable Layer Pillows - (#1) These were THE pillow for me. I had never heard of these pillows or the company, but I really like being able to adjust my pillow. These pillows came with 2 small, 2 medium, and 2 large pillows and 2 twin zippable pillow pouches. All of them were polyester fiber filled and somewhat flat and soft, but not lumpy. The pillows may not come the exact same sizes, but they are close enough for me. These are the pillows I ultimately decided to stick with, despite being slightly more expensive than the others at $50 for a set of 2 pillows. Nappler Bamboo Shredded Memory Foam Pillow - (#2) Before I found the Eversnug pillows, I was trying the adjustable bamboo shredded memory foam ones. These were my go-to whenever I was testing pillows I didn't like very much. The only downside to these pillows is that if you don't add enough filling, you could feel the edges of the shredded foam. Also, the "bamboo" cover was way too warm and the inner zipper would get too easily caught. Amazon Basics Down Alternative Pillow - (#3) I don't think I've ever been disappointed by an Amazon Basics product yet. These pillows were soft, amazing pillows, but they were 1-2 inches too thick/firm for me. MyPillow - (#4) Despite all the hype around these, they were too lumpy and 1 inch too thick for me. Like I said previously, I ended up going with the Eversnug Adjustable pillows, which I absolutely adore. A tiny bonus is that you can take the pillows you don't use and rest them on your sides or between your knees for some extra cushioning.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023

recommand products