LineSelect® Model 8213 Twelve-Position DB25 RS232 Switch, Desktop, Manual Operation
Overview
The LineSelect® Model 8213 Twelve-Position DB25 RS232 Switch allows the user the capability of sharing a DB25 interface device connected to the “COMMON” port among twelve other devices connected to the ports labeled 1 thru 12.
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Quickly, Easily, Reliably Select Any One of Twelve RS232 Devices.
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Increases network efficiency by facilitating sharing of peripherals!
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Field Proven, Highly Reliable!
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 8213 DB25 RS232 SWITCH:
- Allows quick connection to any one of twelve DB25 RS232 devices from one COMMON device.
- Manual operation via front-panel rotary switch.
- High quality sealed switch with self-wiping low impedance contacts.
- Switches Pins 1 through 8 and 20 of the DB25 Interface.
- All (13) DB25 female ports located on the rear panel.
- Transparent to data speed and format.
- No external power required.
- Eliminates the need to plug and unplug cables.
- Improves computer network efficiency by allowing sharing of peripherals.
- Attractive anodized black box packaging provides EMI/RFI shielding.
- Custom length DB25 cables available for your switch installation.
- Lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- PORT CONNECTORS: (13) DB25 female connectors labeled 1 through 12, and COMMON.
- FRONT PANEL CONTROL: (1) Rotary switch on front panel selects 1 through 12.
- POWER: No power required. Manually operated.
- DESKTOP ENCLOSURE: 13.5” W x 3.0”H x 8.0” D. (34.3 x 7.6 x 30.32 cm)
- WEIGHT: 2.8 lbs. (1.3 kg)
LineSelect® Model 8213 12-Position DB25 RS232 Application:
The drawing illustrates a COMMON DB25 interface device connected to the DB25 COMMON port with access to twelve other devices connected to the DB25 ports 1 through 12.
Connect between the COMMON device and any one of the 12 Devices at a time.

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 308213
- Model Number: 8213
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
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.
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