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The Black Box SM966A is a 4U rack-mountable DB9 A/B switch card designed for environments requiring reliable manual switching between two sets of serial devices or interfaces. Its latching mechanism ensures that the selected connection remains engaged until manually switched, preventing accidental disconnections. This card is ideal for IT infrastructure, network closets, and server rooms where managing multiple serial connections to equipment like KVM switches, modems, or diagnostic tools is critical.
This A/B switch card is designed for DB9 serial interfaces. It is compatible with any system or device that utilizes standard DB9 serial ports, including many rackmount servers, network attached storage (NAS) devices, industrial control systems, and legacy networking equipment. The SM966A functions as a passive switch, meaning it does not require external power and is compatible across various operating systems and hardware platforms that support DB9 connectivity.
Installation involves mounting the SM966A card into a standard 4U rack chassis or enclosure. Connections are made via standard DB9 female connectors on the front panel for the two selectable interfaces (A and B) and the common port. The physical switch lever on the front panel is used to select between the A and B positions. Ensure adequate clearance within the rack for the card and its connected cabling.
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