Automatic Switching System
Reliable Gang Switching Between Primary and Backup Circuits
BB-SM500A
What's special about this network switch?
- Easily switches between systems that are currently in use and fallback systems, either manually or remotely through a web browser, enabling you with point and click operation.
- Daisychain up to 64 chassis to control of up to 2048 channels with a master switch for large applications.
- Modular, compact (4U) construction allows you to install a variety of interfaces, providing flexibility as your system grows or changes.
- Mix and match different interface cards within the chassis for maximum versatility.
- Chassis are rack mountable, using standard CIA/TIA spacing for installation in your rack or enclosure.
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The BLACK BOX® Automatic Switching System is a must have for those in industries such as commercial, industrial, government or anywhere system availability is crucial. This system allows you to manually or remotely manage your network ports, perfect for backing up your primary system during outages or for system maintenance.
Part # | Description | Price |
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BB-SM500A | Automatic Switching System - Chassis (4U) |
Switching Interface Cards | ||
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Part # | Description | Price |
BB-SM504-C | Switching Interface Card (3) BNC Female Connectors | |
BB-SM501-C | Switching Interface Card (3) M/34 Female Connectors | |
BB-SM503-C | Switching Interface Card (3) DB25 Female Connectors | |
BB-SM503-C-FM | Switching Interface Card (2) DB25 Female Connectors, (1) DB25 Male | |
BB-SM505-C | Switching Interface Card (3) Twinax Female Connectors | |
BB-SM507-C | Switching Interface Card (6) BNC Female Connectors | |
BB-SM508-C | Switching Interface Card (3) RJ-11 (4-wire) | |
BB-SM508-C-2 | Switching Interface Card (6) RJ-11 | |
BB-SM509-C | Switching Interface Card (3) RJ-45 (8-wire) | |
BB-SM509-C-2 | Switching Interface Card (6) RJ-45 (8-wire) | |
BB-SM511-C | Switching Interface Card (3) DB9 Female Connectors | |
BB-SM512-C | Switching Interface Card (3) DB15 Female Connectors | |
BB-SM530-C | Switching Interface Card (3) HD15 Female Connectors |
Control Cards | ||
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Part # | Description | Price |
BB-SM531-C | Control Cards for Manual (Local) Control 12-VAC | |
BB-SM532-C | Control Cards for Manual (Local) Control 48-VDC | |
BB-SM533-C | Control Cards for Web Browser, SNMP, ASCII, and Manual (Local) Control 12-VAC | |
BB-SM534-C | Control Cards for Web Browser, SNMP, ASCII, and Manual (Local) Control 48-VDC |
A typical Automatic Switching System includes (all purchased separately)
Compatible with a variety of

PART # | BB-SM500A |
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Automatic Switching System Chassis | |
Protocol | Transparent to all protocols |
Relay Specifications; Latching Type | |
Contact Material | Gold-Clad Silver |
Current Capacity | 1 amp |
Initial Contact Resistance | 50 millionhms |
Interface | |
Digital | RS-232/V.24, V.35, X.21/X.25, T1/T2 |
Analog | V.35, X.21/X.25, T1/T2 |
Coax | BNC, Twinax |
Environmental | |
Temperature | 32 to 158° F (0 to 70° C) |
Humidity | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
Enclosure | |
Material | Metal |
Size | |
Height | 7" (4U) (17.8 cm) |
Width | 19" (48.3 cm) |
Depth | 6.5" (16.5 cm) |
Weight | 12 lbs (5.4 kgs) |
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