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Black Box Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot - TAA Compliant - 1 Layer Supported - Modular - Black - 4U High - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty (SM960A)
Black Box Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot - TAA Compliant - 1 Layer Supported - Modular - Black - 4U High - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty (SM960A)
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Black Box Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot - TAA Compliant - 1 Layer Supported - Modular - Black - 4U High - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty (SM960A)
4U Gang Switch 18 Card
Manufacturer Part Number: SM960A
The 4U Gang Switch System gives incredible operational flexibility and performance, switch one card, the entire gang switch or an entire daisy chained system using Ethernet. Supports CAT6 10-GbE as well as legacy RS-232 connections via optional modules. Switch operates at Layer 1 and is transparent to data formats and protocols. Choose a separately available Controller Card to control switching locally or remotely. The Pro Switching System Plus is an intelligent ganged switching system consisting of a chassis and individual interface cards (order separately). The advanced design of this system gives you incredible operational flexibility and performance. You can switch one card individually or switch the entire rack through a Controller Card. You can even daisychain multiple chassis to control up to 4080 individual ports. The chassis includes a backplane for plugging in the cards. Just order the cards you need as well as a Power Supply Module (or for redundancy order two Power Supply Modules). Switch securely. For fail-safe operation the system uses proprietary micro-mirror or latching relay switching technology. That means data can continue to pass through even if the power has been cut off. The cards perform Layer 1 switching so the system operates independently of data rates protocols formats or signal levels. The Controller Card. The key to the system is the Controller Card. One is required for each 18-slot chassis and it takes up two card slots. The Controller Card enables you to individually switch any port from the front panel or gang switch the entire system. For more capabilities choose models with an RS-232 serial controller or an SNMP-based Ethernet controller which also includes GUI Switchcenter software. These intelligent cards enable you to switch from anywhere in the world via an RS-232 or IP connection. Each chassis also has a keyed switch so you can enable/disable manual switching from the front-panel toggle switches. Pick a card any card. Switching cards are available for RS-232 video fiber and CAT5 and CAT6 connections. Mix it up. Use the system to support both new and legacy technologies. Add cards for fast CAT6 10-GbE networking while keeping connections for older RS-232 and 75-ohm video connections. Control power. To power a backup network choose the 1-In/2-Out Power Switch Modules. Or to set up a redundant backup power supply choose the 2-In/1-Out models. Both are available with advanced network reporting functions.
MANUFACTURER NAME: Black Box
MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER: SM960A
UPC EAN CODE: 822088117308
LANGUAGE: EN
MARKET:US
| General Information: | |
The Pro Switching System Plus is an intelligent, high-density KVM system consisting of a chassis and interface cards, offering exceptional operational flexibility and performance. Flexible, Protocol-Agnostic Switching The system achieves maximum versatility by performing Layer 1 switching, meaning it operates independently of data rates, protocols, and signal formats. This allows you to integrate both modern and legacy technologies; for example, you can support CAT6 10-GbE networking while maintaining connections for older RS-232 and 75-ohm video. For secure, fail-safe operation, the system uses proprietary micro-mirror or latching relay switching. Data can continue to pass through even if power is completely cut off. Centralized Control and Scalability You can switch one card individually or gang switch the entire rack. The system is scalable, capable of daisy-chaining multiple chassis to control up to 4080 individual ports. The Controller Card is essential for management, taking up two slots in the chassis. It enables both local front-panel switching and remote control. You can choose intelligent models with an RS-232 serial controller or an SNMP-based Ethernet controller, which includes GUI Switchcenter software. These options allow switching from anywhere in the world via IP or serial connection. A keyed switch on the chassis prevents unauthorized manual switching. Interface cards are available for various connections, including RS-232, video, fiber, CAT5, and CAT6. Additionally, specialized power modules allow you to manage power for backup networks or set up redundant power supplies. | |
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SM960A |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.blackbox.com |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | Pro Switching |
| Product Name | Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot |
| Product Type | Switch Chassis |
| Product UPC | 822088117308 |
| Interfaces/Ports: | |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 18 x Card Slot |
| I/O Expansions: | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 18 |
| Network & Communication: | |
| Layer Supported | 1 |
| Physical Characteristics: | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 4U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 7" |
| Width | 19" |
| Depth | 6.5" |
| Miscellaneous: | |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty: | |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
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What is a network switch and what does it do?
A network switch connects devices to a local area network (LAN) and allows the devices to communicate over the network. For example, you can connect computers, printers and servers to the same network switch and route data between them. Unlike an Ethernet hub, which transmits the same data through every output, a network switch sends data only to the devices designated to receive it. This improves the efficiency and potential throughput of the network.
Are there different types of network switches?
There are two main types of network switches, unmanaged and managed. The essential difference is the capability to configure the operation of a managed switch to customize and optimize network traffic for specific applications.
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Make sure you select a switch with enough Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mbps) Ethernet ports for the devices you want to connect to your network. If you think you'll add more devices in the future, choose a switch that will give your network room to grow.
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If you plan to connect multiple network switches, look for models with SFP uplink ports (also known as Mini-GBIC ports). SFP uplink ports are connection points for SFP (small form-factor pluggable) modules that allow the switch to uplink to other switches using optical fiber cabling.
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