Hi,
I need to switch on/off the communication between two ethernet devices.
Does it exist small modules with RJ45 connectirs for in/out and a small relay to short-circuit one of the signal pairs..?
Thanks for any hints on where to buy such modules / devices.
regards
Geir
Is there an echo in here? Check Google Groups.
How do you need to control the switch ??
If manually, RJ-45 A/B switches that would open and close the connection are available just about anywhere computer devices are sold.
If electrically, there are models available that can respond to +/-
12Volt (RS-232) signals, from such as BlackBox or PattonBTW, you would not need to short the pairs, just open the connection. But an A/B switch could be wired to short one cable or the other if really necessary.
--reed
I'd have to think that such devices are not exactly Cat5 rated, much less higher. Why not put a small switch between them and just power it on and off?
Check Black Box.
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