Path Way® Model 7462 8-Channel RJ45 A/B Switch
Overview
The PathWay® Model 7462 8-Channel RJ45 A/B Switch allows the user the capability of sharing a device connected to the Common port among two other devices connected to the A and B ports for each channel. The Model 7462 is enclosed in a 1U, full rack size, all metal black chassis designed to provide EMI/RFI shielding and fit in a standard 19" rack.
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Add Reliability to your data network by providing backup switches.
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Switches all 8 pins. Allows compatibility with ALL RJ45 interfaces.
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A Field-Proven High-Quality Data Network Switch designed to provides reliability for Mission Critical Networks!
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 7462 8-CHANNEL A/B SWITCH:
- Eight independent RJ45 A/B Switches in a slim 1U high rackmount package.
- All 8 pins of the RJ45 interfaces are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays.
- The switch ports are transparent to all data.
- Local individual channel control via 8 pushbuttons located on the front panel.
- Front panel LED's indicate each switch position and power status.
- All switched signals are passed via latching copper contact relays that maintain their position and continuity even in the event of a power loss.
- Custom length RJ45 cables available. See Catalog Numbers 990328 thru 990336
- NEED REMOTE CONTROL? For a similar switch, but with Remote Control added, see Model 7465, Cat. No. 307465.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- PORT CONNECTORS: All (24) RJ45(F) ports are located on the rear panel.
- (8) A ports
- (8) B ports
- (8) Common ports
- FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: (8) Manual pushbuttons allow local switching.
- DISPLAY: (16) Front panel LED's display switch position and power status.
- POWER: UL Approved 100VAC/240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz wall mount power module supplies 12VDC, 500 mA to the unit. Has 2-prong, US, non-polarized plug.
- (MTBF) 1.8 million hrs. (unit alone), 69,800 hrs. (unit with power supply included)
- DIMENSIONS: 19" W x 1.75" H x 10.3" D. (48.3 x 4.4 x 26.2 cm)
- WEIGHT: 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg)
LOCAL CONTROL OF EIGHT INDEPENDENT RJ45 A/B SWITCHES APPLICATION:
The drawing illustrates eight RJ45 channels of switching. Each channel has a COMMON device connected to the RJ45 COM port allowing access to two other devices connected to ports 1 and 2. There is no remote control, however there is individual control locally using any one of the eight front-panel pushbuttons. (One push button for each channel)

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 307462
- Model Number: 7462
- 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.
- For custom fiber optic network switch requirements contact our sales support team 401-943-1164 or email eslab@electrostandards.com
- 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, 100VAC/240VAC, 50Hz-60Hz for use in place of the standard power module that is included with the unit. Has IEC 60320 C14 inlet. Ideal for international applications.
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