Description
2-Way Apple Printer Data Switch 8 Pin DIN Manual A/B Selector Box
Manual data switch for routing printer connections between two Apple devices. Uses a rotary selector to toggle between Port A and Port B outputs from a single input source.
Specifications & What's Included
- 3 ports: 1x input/output, 1x port A, 1x port B
- 8-pin DIN (Mini-DIN) connectors
- 2-position manual A/B selector
- Passive mechanical switch—no power required
- Compatible with Apple ImageWriter and ImageWriter II printers
- Unit only; no cables included
Applications
This type of switch was used in office and production environments to allow a single printer to serve multiple computers without manually swapping cables. It connected to Apple systems using 8-pin DIN serial interfaces, commonly found on older Macintosh computers and compatible peripherals. The A/B selector allowed operators to route print jobs between two separate machines without disrupting the hardware setup.
Condition: Used
This unbranded 2-way 8-pin DIN Apple printer data switch has been inspected and is in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was in active use. The beige metal enclosure shows light surface wear consistent with normal use. The rotary A/B selector knob and all three 8-pin DIN ports appear intact and undamaged. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
This unbranded 2-way 8-pin DIN Apple printer data switch has been inspected and is in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was in active use. The beige metal enclosure shows light surface wear consistent with normal use. The rotary A/B selector knob and all three 8-pin DIN ports appear intact and undamaged. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
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Additional Information
Brand: |
Unbranded |
Model: |
2-Way 8-Pin Apple Printer Data Switch |
Type: |
Manual A/B Data Switch |
Number of Ports: |
3 (1x I/O, 1x A, 1x B) |
Connector Type: |
8-Pin DIN (Mini-DIN) |
Switch Positions: |
2 (A and B) |
Compatible With: |
Apple ImageWriter, Apple ImageWriter II |
Compatible With 2: |
Apple printers using 8-pin DIN serial interface |
Interface Type: |
8-Pin DIN Serial |
Power Required: |
No — passive/mechanical switch |
Form Factor: |
Desktop |
SKU: |
29975 |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no cables included |
Condition Notes: |
Unbranded 2-way 8-pin Apple printer data switch. Used, inspected, in good condition. Pulled from a working environment. Rotary A/B selector and DIN ports intact. No cables included. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
