APC Switched Rack PDU Control Panel

In a datacenter environment, a central solution needed to be developed to efficiently manage multiple APC Switched Rack PDUs (Power Distribution Units). The challenge was to create a user-friendly web interface that allows remote power control and status monitoring of devices without having to access multiple separate interfaces.

The solution was a central PHP-based control panel that communicates with multiple PDUs via SNMPv3. The system provides a unified interface with Bootstrap 5 design, Dark/Light mode support, and responsive layout. Each outlet can be controlled individually or all together (On/Off/Reboot). A modal popup allows renaming of PDUs.

Implementation was done as a single-file PHP solution with direct SNMPv3 integration. The frontend was built with Bootstrap 5 providing tooltips, icons, and intuitive operation. Special focus was placed on error handling, security, and performance. The solution supports ASCII-based PDU names and offers comprehensive logging capabilities.

A robust, production-ready control panel successfully deployed in datacenters. The solution significantly reduces management time and provides a central hub for power management. Tested with various APC PDU models (AP7920, AP7921, AP7920B, AP8965, APDU9965) and supports up to 24 outlets per PDU.