Overview
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DB25 Manual Network Switches, 2-Positions, Rotary Switches
Model 8253 RS232 DB25 A/B Switch, Manual Operation, Desktop
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No Power Required.
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Ideal for Fallback Switch Applications. Keep data flowing!
SPECIFICATION:
- PORT CONNECTORS: (3) DB25 female connectors labeled A, B, and COMMON.
- FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: (1) Rotary Switch allows local switching.
- POWER: Manually operated. No power required.
- DIMENSIONS: 5.25"W x 2.0"H x 7.25"D. (13.3 x 5.1 x 18.4 cm)
- WEIGHT: Approximately 1.0 lb. (0.45 kg.)
LineSelect® Model 8253 RS232 DB25 Fallback application
The LineSelect® Model 8253 diagram illustrates a COMMON device connected to the DB25 port having access to either of two DB25 devices; Device A connected to port A (The Primary Line) and Device B connected to port B (The Backup Line).
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FEATURES:
- Allows access to two RS232 networks from one computer or workstation.
- High reliability sealed switch with self-wiping precious metal contacts.
- Eliminates the need to plug and unplug cables.
- No external power required.
- Transparent to data speed and format.
- Manual operation via front panel rotary switch.
- Attractive anodized black box packaging provides EMI/RFI shielding.
- Switches pins 2 through 25 of the DB25 interface via break-before-make rotary switch.
- All pins 1's (Protective Ground) are tied together and bussed through to eliminate surges.
- Improves computer network efficiency by allowing sharing of peripherals.
- Custom length DB25 cables available for your switch installation.
- Lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects.
The LineSelect® Model 8253 allows the user to access two RS232 DB25 devices connected to the A and B ports from one DB25 device connected to the COMMON port. Switching between devices A and B is quick and easy via the front panel rotary selector. The LineSelect® Model 8253 is packaged in a slim desktop style enclosure. No need to plug and unplug cables. No chance for network reconfiguration errors.
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