Eaton INDGW-M2 Gigabit Industrial Gateway Mini-Slot Card for UPS and PDU — UL 2900-1 & IEC 62443-4-2 Certified

The Eaton INDGW-M2 Gigabit Industrial Gateway Mini-Slot Card is a purpose-built, security-first gateway designed to connect UPS and PDU environments to your IT and OT networks with uncompromising performance. Built to meet rigorous cybersecurity standards, this industrial gateway delivers high-speed Gigabit connectivity while maintaining the highest levels of safety, reliability, and governance for critical infrastructure. Ideal for data centers, manufacturing floors, and any facility where uptime and security are paramount, the INDGW-M2 provides a hardened bridge between power systems and modern networked operations. With its compact mini-slot form factor, it slides seamlessly into compatible Eaton UPS and PDU ecosystems, enabling a scalable, centralized approach to monitoring, management, and protection against cyber threats.

• UL 2900-1 and IEC 62443-4-2 certified security — The INDGW-M2 is engineered to meet stringent cybersecurity standards, giving IT and facilities teams confidence that UPS connectivity and gateway functions are protected by industry-leading governance and risk controls. This certification helps reduce risk across the entire power and network stack, enabling secure remote access, policy-driven controls, and auditable event logging.
• Gigabit performance for real-time monitoring — Designed to handle high-throughput data streams, the INDGW-M2 supports robust Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to deliver real-time status, telemetry, and event information from UPS and PDU devices to central management systems, dashboards, and alerting tools without bottlenecks.
• Industrial-grade reliability in a Mini-Slot form factor — The gateway is built for the demanding conditions of industrial installations, with a compact design that fits easily into Eaton UPS and PDU racks. Its rugged construction supports continual operation, enabling uninterrupted power and network visibility in harsh environments.
• Seamless integration with Eaton security and management ecosystems — The INDGW-M2 is designed to work in harmony with Eaton’s broader cybersecurity and device-management frameworks, helping IT and facilities teams deploy consistent policies, centralized monitoring, and streamlined firmware updates across deployed gateways.
• Secure remote management and proactive protection — Beyond basic connectivity, the gateway enables secure remote administration, policy-driven access, and proactive alerting to help detect anomalies, reduce mean time to repair, and maintain continuous power availability for mission-critical systems.

Technical Details of Eaton Cybersecure Gigabit Industrial Gateway Card

• Product name: INDGW-M2 Gigabit Industrial Gateway Mini-Slot Card
• Purpose: Industrial gateway card for UPS connectivity and PDU environments
• Security certifications: UL 2900-1 and IEC 62443-4-2 compliant
• Interface: Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed network communications
• Form factor: Mini-Slot card designed for insertion into compatible Eaton UPS/PDU hardware
• Compatibility: Optimized for use with Eaton UPS and PDU ecosystems and management software
• Key capabilities: Secure remote management, real-time monitoring, and policy-driven access controls

how to install Eaton INDGW-M2

Install the Eaton INDGW-M2 by following these practical steps to ensure a secure and reliable gateway connection for UPS and PDU systems:

• Power down and unplug the Eaton UPS or PDU substrate to avoid electrical risk during installation.
• Locate an available Mini-Slot on the UPS or PDU chassis designed to accept the INDGW-M2 card. Remove any protective covers as needed.
• Insert the INDGW-M2 into the Mini-Slot, aligning it firmly with the slot guides. Ensure the card is seated securely to establish proper electrical and data connections.
• Connect the Gigabit Ethernet interface on the gateway to your management network using a standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable. This link will carry telemetry, status updates, and administrative traffic.
• Power the unit back on and access the gateway management interface via the supported Eaton management tool or web-based portal. Complete initial setup, including network configuration, IP addressing, and security policies.
• Apply any available firmware updates, configure security settings (authentication, access controls, and encryption), and enroll the gateway into your centralized monitoring system. Verify connectivity by confirming UPS/PDU status and telemetry appear in the management console.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the Eaton INDGW-M2 used for? It is an industrial-grade Gigabit gateway card that enables secure, high-speed connectivity between UPS and PDU devices and your IT/OT management systems, with certifications designed to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
• What certifications does it have? The INDGW-M2 carries UL 2900-1 and IEC 62443-4-2 cybersecurity certifications, reflecting rigorous evaluation of safety, reliability, and secure operation in industrial environments.
• Is this card compatible with all Eaton UPS and PDU models? The INDGW-M2 is designed for integration within compatible Eaton UPS and PDU ecosystems. For specific model compatibility, refer to Eaton's product documentation or contact support to confirm slot availability and firmware requirements.
• How does it improve security for power management systems? By providing a hardened gateway with policy-driven access, secure remote management, and auditable event logging, it reduces exposure to cyber threats while enabling real-time visibility and centralized governance of power-related telemetry.
• How do I maintain and update the INDGW-M2? Use Eaton's management software to monitor health, apply firmware updates, and adjust security policies. Regular updates help ensure ongoing protection against emerging threats and compatibility with other Eaton devices.