The brain of your Smart Store
The Danfoss System Manager is the key component of the intelligent ADAP-KOOL® refrigeration and HVAC systems for food retail. The System Manager is the brain of the system, coordinating data to and from the individual refrigeration and HVAC controllers, including temperature data for logging and alarms. The System Manager can be set up to optimize different functions such as suction pressure and coordinated defrosting, resulting in significant energy savings and optimum temperature control.
System Manager AK-SM 800A
The System Manager AK-SM 800A series is an enhancement of the global System Manager 800, built on a new powerful electronics platform with a focus on efficiency in setup and service while remaining its deep application coverage for food retail. Some of the highlights of the AK-SM 800A series include:
- New electronics platform: Quad Core CPU providing extended memory, additional connectivity ports, and altogether a platform for future growth.
- Deep application coverage created for food retail: Supporting the different applications seen around the world including both Centralized (Rack I/O) and De-Centralized (Pack, controls) applications.
- Enhanced UI: New, yet familiar local Touch screen UI, supported by web browser interface for remote connection.
- Secure operation: Secure Web communications (HTTPS), Secure software package downloads, Encrypted user administration.
- Wi-Fi Access Point: Secure Wi-Fi access point to allow for easier connection (without disrupting corporate network).
- Retro-fit ready: Backward compatible including EoL/legacy system control functions and a smooth upgrade path from SC255/SC355/SM800.
- Additional data: Extended history capacity, and full EDF file library support.
Security
The IT security of our customers is important to us. That is why Danfoss with the AK-SM 800A is having a strong focus on secure operation and maintenance for our customers systems, including:
- Encrypted web traffic (HTTPS)
- Password management
- E-mail encryption
- User authorization
- Network isolated WIFI with timeout
- Backward compatible XML interface (now requires secure HTTPS connection)
- Built-in firewalls
- Continued security updates
In order for our customers to remain at the highest level of security we strongly recommend to always install the latest version of the software – the latest version can be found here.
Cybersecurity and AK-SM 800A updates
Are you concerned about the safety of your digital assets? Gain essential insights into upcoming European Cybersecurity regulations and learn how they impact the product security of the System Manager AK-SM 800A.
Features and benefits
Supports full suite of Danfoss smart store controls
Proven built-in ADAP-KOOL® energy-saving functions
Powerful support tools to enhance setup and commission
Supports refrigeration optimization with CALM (CO2 Adaptive Liquid Management)
Explore Our New CO₂ Product Catalogue!
We have collected all our products and solutions for CO2 and equipped each with a unique code number for easy reference, you can now explore our CO2 solutions effortlessly.
Storeview Web
Storeview Web is the new remote user interface for your System manager, supporting both AK-SM800A and AK-SM800. It is built on a modern software platform completely decoupled from the device firmware allowing for more flexibility and quicker updates and improvements.
Getting supermarkets to net zero
With the world’s population expected to reach 10 billion people by 2050, sustainable food retail and storage are more important than ever. Yet this is an often-overlooked step in the decarbonization of society.
Product range
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System managers are system components for use together with controllers in ADAP-KOOL® Refrigeration control systems. System managers enable the construction of complex control systems with alarm monitoring and data logging in connection with decentralized refrigeration plants.
Documents
| Type | Name | Language | Valid for | Updated | Download | File type |
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| Application guide | AK-SC 255 / SM 800 to AK-SM 800A conversion | English | Multiple | 17 Apr, 2024 | 1.8 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | French | Multiple | 11 Apr, 2023 | 11.9 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | Italian | Multiple | 11 Apr, 2023 | 11.9 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | Polish | Multiple | 28 Apr, 2023 | 11.9 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | Portuguese | Brazil | 11 Apr, 2023 | 39.6 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | German | Multiple | 11 Apr, 2023 | 11.9 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | Chinese (CN) | Multiple | 11 Apr, 2023 | 12.1 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series (SW Ver. 4.2x) | English | Multiple | 01 Apr, 2025 | 19.4 MB | |
| User guide | AK-System Manager, AK-SM 800A series (Ver. 4.0) | Spanish, Castilian | Multiple | 16 Oct, 2024 | 12.3 MB | |
| Design guide | Communications between controllers and AK-SM 800A | English | Multiple | 31 Oct, 2022 | 2.6 MB | |
| Design guide | Communications between controllers and AK-SM 800A | Ukrainian | Ukraine | 14 Sep, 2023 | 2.4 MB | |
| Design guide | Communications between controllers and AK-SM 800A | French | Multiple | 21 Aug, 2023 | 2.7 MB | |
| Design guide | Communications between controllers and AK-SM 800A | Spanish, Castilian | Multiple | 21 Aug, 2023 | 2.7 MB | |
| Catalog | Danfoss CO2 catalogue - Components and controls for CO2 applications | Dutch, Flemish | Netherlands | 17 Apr, 2025 | 6.7 MB | |
| Catalog | Danfoss CO2 catalogue - Components and controls for CO2 applications | English | Multiple | 24 Mar, 2025 | 2.6 MB | |
| Catalog | Danfoss CO2 catalogue - Components and controls for CO2 applications | Italian | Italy | 17 Jul, 2024 | 4.3 MB | |
| Catalog | Danfoss CO2 catalogue - Components and controls for CO2 applications | Spanish, Castilian | Multiple | 18 Jul, 2024 | 1.2 MB | |
| Catalog | Danfoss CO2 catalogue - Components and controls for CO2 applications | French | France | 18 Oct, 2024 | 1.4 MB | |
| Brochure | Smart Store Brochure | English | Multiple | 10 Mar, 2025 | 14.2 MB | |
| Brochure | System Manager AK-SM 800A - For smart operational excellence in food retail | Polish | Poland | 17 Nov, 2023 | 2.1 MB | |
| Brochure | System Manager AK-SM 800A - For smart operational excellence in food retail | English | Multiple | 28 Jun, 2023 | 1.9 MB | |
| Brochure | System Manager AK-SM 800A - For smart operational excellence in food retail | Spanish, Castilian | Spain | 18 May, 2023 | 9.8 MB | |
| Installation guide | System Manager, AK-SM 800A series | Portuguese | Brazil | 16 Oct, 2024 | 902.4 KB | |
| Installation guide | System Manager, AK-SM 800A series - Installation Guide | English | Multiple | 15 Oct, 2024 | 909.6 KB | |
| Installation guide | System Manager, AK-SM 800A series - Installation Guide | Chinese (CN) | Multiple | 16 Oct, 2024 | 1.2 MB | |
| Installation guide | System Manager, AK-SM 800A series - Installation Guide | French | Multiple | 16 Oct, 2024 | 907.9 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | Spanish, Castilian | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 891.8 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | Chinese (CN) | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 918.0 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | English | Multiple | 28 Jun, 2024 | 729.6 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | Portuguese | Brazil | 07 Dec, 2022 | 894.1 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | Polish | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 933.5 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | Italian | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 874.6 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | French | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 894.1 KB | |
| Data sheet | System manager, type AK-SM 800A series | German | Multiple | 07 Dec, 2022 | 898.9 KB |
Software
Danfoss ADAP-KOOL® software
Danfoss ADAP-KOOL® optimized systems provide the total store solution for our customers. Through its various tools it offers simulation, programming for setup, commissioning, log collection and presentation, handling alarms and daily monitoring of refrigeration plants.
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Disclaimer
** DISCLAIMER: Professional Use Only **
This product is not subject to the UK PSTI regulation, as it is for supply to and use only by professionals with the necessary expertise and qualifications. Any misuse or improper handling may result in unintended consequences. By purchasing or using this product, you acknowledge and accept the professional-use-only nature of its application. Danfoss does not assume any liability for damages, injuries, or adverse consequences (“damage”) resulting from the incorrect or improper use of the product and you agree to indemnify Danfoss for any such damage resulting from your incorrect or improper use of the product.