{"product_id":"as-8144b","title":"Aten AS-8144B 4 X Ports DB-25 Bitronics Parallel Auto Switch ATEN Part Number: AS-8144B","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ATEN AS-8144B is a 4-port parallel auto switch designed for legacy parallel device connectivity and control. Part Number AS-8144B; features four DB-25 Bitronics parallel ports supporting bidirectional data transfer typical of legacy printing and peripheral equipment. The unit automatically detects and routes data to available ports, eliminating manual switching during multi-device environments. Compatible with systems requiring Centronics or IEEE 1284 parallel protocol support, the AS-8144B suits retrofit deployments, legacy equipment rooms, and environments where parallel-connected printers or external storage devices remain in service. Form factor is compact rackmount-ready. Typical throughput reaches standard parallel speeds (up to 2 Mbps bidirectional). Common applications include print farm automation, legacy workstation environments, and industrial control systems reliant on parallel I\/O. Unit is refurbished, tested, and guaranteed; available via quote.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ATEN","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":52700429189333,"sku":"AS-8144B","price":146.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/4930\/9653\/files\/kvmswitches_66a7287b-1027-455d-a3aa-6078c595f2b3.webp?v=1764857011","url":"https:\/\/g5networkgroup.com\/products\/as-8144b","provider":"G5 Network Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}