Description
Senco 895484 AB Data Switch 2x2 Parallel DB25 Manual Switchbox AaBb AbBa
The Senco 895484 is a manual 2x2 AB data switch designed to route parallel data signals between two host devices and two peripherals without the need for software or power. A front-panel rotary selector switches between two configurations — AaBb (host A to peripheral a, host B to peripheral b) or AbBa (host A to peripheral b, host B to peripheral a) — giving users flexible control over which device communicates with which peripheral. The unit is fully passive and requires no external power supply.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Senco
- Part Number: 895484
- Type: Manual 2x2 AB Data Switch
- Switch Configuration: AaBb / AbBa (2-host, 2-peripheral routing)
- Connectors: 4x DB-25 female ports on rear panel (labeled A, a, B, b)
- Interface: Parallel (DB-25)
- Switch Control: Front-panel manual rotary knob
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Dimensions: 6" W × 5½" D × 2" H
- Power Required: None (fully passive)
- Included: Switch unit only — no cables included
Applications
Manual AB data switches like the Senco 895484 were widely used from the 1980s through the early 2000s to share printers, plotters, and other parallel-port peripherals between two computers, or to connect one computer to two different peripherals and switch between them on demand. They are particularly common in environments running legacy DOS-based or Windows 9x systems with parallel-port printers or external storage devices. Today they remain useful for maintaining older parallel-port equipment — such as label printers, dot-matrix printers, and CNC machine interfaces — without reconfiguring cables. The passive, no-power design means there is no signal degradation from active electronics, and the rotary selector provides instant, reliable switching with no software dependencies. This type of switch is a staple in industrial, printing, and legacy office environments where parallel connectivity is still in use.
This Senco 895484 AB Data Switch has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The beige metal enclosure shows some light surface scuffing and minor shelf wear consistent with prior use, but is structurally intact with no cracks or significant damage. All four DB-25 female ports on the rear panel are present and appear undamaged, and the front-panel rotary selector moves freely. No cables are included. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Senco |
Model: |
895484 |
MPN: |
895484 |
Type: |
Manual AB Data Switch |
SKU: |
21229 |
Number of Ports: |
4 x DB-25 (Female) |
Switch Configuration: |
2x2 AB (AaBb / AbBa) |
Connector Type: |
DB-25 Female (x4) |
Interface: |
Parallel |
Switch Type: |
Manual Rotary |
Port Labels: |
A, a, B, b |
Form Factor: |
Desktop |
Dimensions: |
6" W x 5.5" D x 2" H |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no cables included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
Senco 895484 AB Data Switch in good used condition. Light surface scuffing and minor shelf wear. All four DB-25 ports present and undamaged. Rotary selector moves freely. No cables included. |