Path Way® Model 7308 RJ45 Cat6 ONLINE/OFFLINE Switch
Overview
The PathWay® Model 7308 Multi-Channel RJ45 Cat6 Online/Offline Switch consists of one Quad-Channel RJ45 Cat6 Online/Offline switch and two Single Channel RJ45 Cat6 Online/Offline switches.
The Quad channel allows the capability of connecting two separate devices, ports A and COM, via an Online or Offline connection for four channels (Channels 1-4). All four channels simultaneously switch.
Both Single channel switches (Channels 5 and 6) allow the capability of connecting two separate devices, ports A and COM, via an Online or Offline connection for independent channel switching. The Model 7308 is enclosed in a 1U, full rack size, all metal, black chassis designed to provide EMI/RFI shielding. Switch position state may be attained via the front panel LED's or from the DB15 Remote port.
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(1) Quad ONLINE/OFFLINE, (2) Single ONLINE/OFFLINE with Contact Closure Remote
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COMPLIANCE: Interface meets or exceeds Cat 6 performance.
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 7308 CAT6 ONLINE/OFFLINE SWITCH:
- The switch ports are transparent to all data.
- All (8) pins of the RJ45 interface are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays
- The unit maintains last set position on power loss and continues to pass data.
- Upon power up, unit switches based on the state of the Contact Closure.
- Three front panel pushbuttons: one for quad channel and one for each of two single channels.
- Simultaneous control of the quad channel. (Channels 1 thru 4)
- Independent control for each single channel. (Channel 5, Channel 6)
- Remote Contact Closure control and status provides dry contact logic to allow control of switch position as well as obtain the present position.
- LED's display present position and power status.
- Certified for Cat6 compliance.
- Attractive all metal, black box packaging provides EMI/RFI shielding.
- Eliminates the need to plug and unplug cables.
- Custom length RJ45 cables available for your switch installation.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
PORT CONNECTORS:
- Channels 1-4: (8) RJ45 female Cat6 connectors.
- Channel 5: (2) RJ45 female Cat6 connectors.
- Channel 6: (2) RJ45 female Cat6 connectors.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS:
- Channels 1-4 (simultaneous switching):
- (1) Pushbutton
- (1) Green LED (ONLINE)
- (1) Red LED (OFFLINE)
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Channel 5 (independent switching):
- (1) Pushbutton
- (1) Green LED (ONLINE)
- (1) Red LED (OFFLINE)
Channel 6 (independent switching):
- (1) Pushbutton
- (1) Green LED (ONLINE)
- (1) Red LED (OFFLINE)
REMOTE CONTROL:
- (1) DB15 female connector on rear panel accepts Contact Closure signaling.
POWER:
- UL approved 100VAC/240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz wall mount power module supplies 12 VDC, 500 mA to the unit. Has 2-prong, US, non-polarized plug.
DIMENSIONS:
- 19.0" W x 1.75" H x 8.23" D (48.3 x 4.5 x 21.0 cm)
WEIGHT:
- Approximately 4.7 lbs. (2.2 kg)
PathWay® Model 7308 CAT6 Online/Offline Application w/Contact Closure Remote:
The drawing illustrates an RJ45 Cat6 Online/Offline Switch.
- There is one Quad Channel to simultaneously switch four channels to Offline or back to Online (Channels 1 - 4).
- There are two single channel Online/Offline switches (Channel 5 and Channel 6). Channel 5 and Channel 6 can be switched independently.
- A DB15 Remote port can be used to control the switch or monitor the position of the unit via Contact Closure Signaling.

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 307308
- Model Number: 7308
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
- Optional Wide-Range power supply: Catalog Number 517277 IEC C14 Inlet, 100-240VAC, 12 VDC
Documentation & Support
- Specification Sheet (PDF) Download Available.
- Product Manual available upon request.
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- We welcome international inquiries and ship worldwide.
Shipping and Returns 
- Shipped via UPS ground (unless otherwise requested).
- Freight Charges prepaid and added to invoice. We can estimate freight charges for you.
- Return policy: contact us within 30 days of shipment for an RMA number. Items returned without RMA not accepted. Please refer to our full return policy in our Terms and Conditions found on our website.
OPTION: WIDE RANGE POWER MODULE
(Cat No 517277) CE, RoHS, and UL listed table mount power module, 100 VAC - 240 VAC, 50Hz-60Hz for use in place of standard power module that is included with the unit. Has IEC 60320 C14 inlet. Ideal for international applications.
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