{"product_id":"black-box-sw1040a-cat6-ab-switch","title":"Black Box SW1040A CAT6 A\/B Switch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eBlack Box SW1040A CAT6 A\/B Switch with Remote Control\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Box SW1040A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade \u003cstrong\u003eCAT6 A\/B switch\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for IT infrastructure requiring reliable Layer 1 switching with remote control capabilities. This \u003cstrong\u003eremotely controlled switch\u003c\/strong\u003e features latching relay mechanisms that maintain connection state without continuous power, making it ideal for data centers, server rooms, and network management applications where transparent, high-speed switching is essential. Supporting speeds up to \u003cstrong\u003e10 Gbps\u003c\/strong\u003e, the SW1040A delivers enterprise-class performance with flexible control options—both remote dry contact closure and manual front-panel pushbutton operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCAT6 connectivity with support for speeds up to 10 Gbps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer 1 transparent A\/B switching—no signal degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatching relay switch mechanism for reliable connection management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control via dry contact closures for automated switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual front-panel pushbutton control for local operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects port A or port B to common (C) port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact design suitable for rack and panel mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSW1040A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayer 1 A\/B Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCAT6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelay Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatching Relay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote (dry contact) and manual pushbutton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort A, Port B, Common (C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Transparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes—Layer 1 transparent operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Layer 1 A\/B switch used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Layer 1 A\/B switch like the SW1040A operates at the physical layer, allowing you to switch between two network connections (port A or port B) to a single common port. This is commonly used for failover scenarios, redundancy testing, or selecting between multiple network sources without introducing latency or signal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Black Box SW1040A be controlled remotely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The SW1040A supports remote control via dry contact closures, enabling automated switching from external systems or control panels. It also includes a manual front-panel pushbutton for local, hands-on operation when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does latching relay mean in a network switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA latching relay maintains its switched state without requiring continuous power. Once activated, the relay holds the connection until a new command is received. This design reduces power consumption and ensures reliable, stable connections in mission-critical network environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SW1040A compatible with CAT6 cabling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The SW1040A is fully compatible with CAT6 cabling and supports data transmission speeds up to 10 Gbps, making it suitable for modern high-speed network infrastructure and future-ready deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Black Box Corporatio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43047940522059,"sku":"SW1040A","price":561.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Black-Box-SW1040A-CAT6-AB-Switch.jpg?v=1789384741","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/black-box-sw1040a-cat6-ab-switch","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}