THE GANG SWITCH 4U IS AN INTELLIGENT GANG SWITCH SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A 4U 18-SL

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Key Features

Add reliability to critical networks and systems with a 4U Gang Switch system.
Monitor and control access to networks remotely.
Gang switch all ports or switch individual ports.
Automate the backup of individual connections or entire networks based on port failure or time of day.
daisy chain up to 255 racks.
Holds up to 16 switch modules in a single chassis
One daisy-chained system can support up to 4080 ports

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THE GANG SWITCH 4U IS AN INTELLIGENT GANG SWITCH SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A 4U 18-SL

Mfr # SM960A SKU 2893379 UPC 822088117308

$572.15 MSRP $706.49 Save 19%

Regular price saves you $134.34 against MSRP.

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Product Overview

THE GANG SWITCH 4U IS AN INTELLIGENT GANG SWITCH SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A 4U 18-SL

PRO SWITCHING SYSTEM PLUS CHASSIS, 4U
Black Box Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot - 1 Layer Supported - 4U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty - TAA Compliant
Black Box Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot
1 Layer Supported - 4U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty - TAA Compliant

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Switch Chassis
Manufacturer Part Number	SM960A
Limited Warranty	1 Year
Layer Supported	1
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Manufacturer	Black Box Corporation
Product Name	Pro Switching Gang Switch Chassis - 4U, 18-Card Slot
Product Line	Pro Switching
Brand Name	Black Box
Country of Origin	United States
Height	7"
Width	19"
Depth	6.5"
Compatible Rack Unit	4U
Port/Expansion Slot Details	18 x Card Slot
Total Number of Expansion Slots	18
TAA Compliant	Yes

Marketing 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.