Relay for switching off an ethernet switch

Feb 11, 2005 1 Replies

Hi there,



I'm looking for a relay that could be used to switch off 2 pairs of UTP (10baseT/100baseT) to protect an ethernet switch. The relay should disconnect at least 2 pairs (preferably 8-16) and insert low loss in the lines. It could also be a, let's say, "servomotor-driven-N-pin-connector". Does such thing even exist?



Well, I know this sounds strange, but I have lost some ethernet switches during summer thunderstorms. I should use shielded and grounded TP but in _this_ particular situation I don't have this option. BTW I know about APC Netprotectors - they are not what I want.



Greets, Paul


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