If not let me know.
Apc switched rack pdu factory reset.
If you forget the password to your apc rack pdu generation 2 starts with part number ap8xxx.
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.
I like to wipe the configuration from equipment prior to disposal.
Network port led s will start flashing.
I have three apc pdu ap7900 and i m about to dispose of one of them.
Press reset button with paper clip only 2 sec is necessary.
I just had to reset an apc pdu and go thru this hassle.
Fortunately i still had the serial cable required to get into the console.
The pdu defaults to dhcp bootp so 192 168 1 202 is from the previous user.
I could not recall the login details for any of my three pdus.
Can you get the cable.
The process that worked for me 3 times straight.
Then you can recover it by connecting to the pdu via the ser.
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.
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.
I also had my serial cable for my laptop.