At this price point, $43,335 is not a rounding error. If you're specifying enterprise AV infrastructure and the AMX Epica DGX 288 Enclosure is already on your shortlist, the B-Stock availability on SKU FG1055-288 is worth a close look before you sign off on a new-unit purchase order.

Here's what we know about this unit and who it actually makes sense for.

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What the AMX Epica DGX 288 Enclosure Actually Does

The AMX EPICADGX288-ENC Epica DGX 288 Enclosure is the physical chassis at the center of AMX's DGX matrix switching ecosystem. It doesn't do anything by itself — it's the enclosure that houses the boards, power, cooling, and connectivity that make a large-scale AV matrix work. Think of it as the infrastructure layer everything else depends on.

The headline capability is a 288x288 matrix configuration — that's 288 independent inputs and 288 independent outputs, fully crosspoint switchable. It achieves this through fiber module boards with 16 connections per board, configurable for either single mode or multimode fiber depending on your facility's cabling infrastructure.

Key specs:

• Form factor: 17U rack mount
• Depth: 20¾ in. (52.7 cm); 21¾ in. (55.2 cm) with extractors installed
• Weight: approximately 198 lb. (89.8 kg) per loaded enclosure; up to approximately 300 lb. (136 kg) fully configured
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Signal support: uncompressed video including HDMI with HDCP, plus embedded audio — transported over fiber, not compressed
• Fiber options: single mode or multimode (OM3 50/125 µm); multimode rated to 984 ft. (300 m)
• Connections per board: 16; input and output on the same LC fiber connector module
• Field-serviceable components: fiber module connectors, fan kits, CPU, power supplies
• Cooling: dedicated 1U fan tray at the top of the chassis plus additional rear cooling

The uncompressed, zero-latency signal path is what separates this class of infrastructure from lower-cost matrix switchers. For broadcast facilities, large-venue AV, higher education, or government installations where signal integrity is non-negotiable, that distinction matters.

The B-Stock Question: What Does "B-Stock" Mean Here?

We apply the same standard here that we do across all our B-Stock inventory: the unit has a documented cosmetic or minor variance from new-in-box condition — typically something that happened during transit or inspection, not a functional defect. The listing photos and notes for this specific SKU will tell you exactly what the noted condition is.

For a piece of rack-mount infrastructure that lives in a server room or equipment closet, cosmetic blemishes on the chassis are genuinely irrelevant to performance. This isn't a display piece. If the fiber module connectors seat correctly, the fan trays run, and the power supplies are solid, the enclosure does its job the same way a mint-condition unit does.

That said: review the condition notes before purchasing. If there's anything beyond cosmetic, it will be disclosed. If you have questions about the specific unit, ask before committing — at $173,340, you should have complete clarity on what you're receiving.

The Honest Trade-Off

This is not the right purchase if:

• You're an end client who needs to demonstrate pristine, unboxed equipment to a stakeholder or inspector during a formal installation walkthrough
• Your contract specifies new-in-box equipment explicitly — check your project documents before proceeding
• You need manufacturer packaging intact for resale or asset-transfer purposes

For most integrators installing into a rack room, a control booth, or an equipment closet: none of those apply, and $43,335 in project budget recovered is a meaningful number. That's real margin or real reallocation — toward labor, toward contingency, toward the next line item.

Who This Is For

The DGX 288 Enclosure is enterprise infrastructure — this is not a mid-market switcher. If you're specifying it, you already know whether the scale fits your project. The B-Stock availability doesn't change the product's capability ceiling; it changes the price of getting there.

If you're an AV integrator working a large venue, university, broadcast facility, or government installation with an AMX DGX ecosystem already specified, the B-Stock unit at $173,340 versus $216,675 MAP deserves serious consideration. Review the condition disclosure, confirm it against your project requirements, and reach out if you need more detail on the specific unit before you commit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is B-Stock on a unit this expensive — is there something wrong with it?

B-Stock means the unit has a documented cosmetic or minor variance from new-in-box condition — typically from transit or inspection. It does not mean the unit is functionally defective. The specific condition is disclosed in the listing notes. For rack-mount infrastructure installed in an equipment room, cosmetic chassis blemishes have no bearing on performance. Review the condition disclosure and ask if you need clarification before purchasing.

Does the AMX Epica DGX 288 Enclosure support both single mode and multimode fiber?

Yes. The enclosure supports field-configurable fiber boards for either single mode or multimode fiber. Multimode is rated for OM3 50/125 µm cable up to 984 ft. (300 m). The fiber module boards each carry 16 connections, with input and output on the same LC connector module, and boards are field-serviceable.

How heavy is a fully configured DGX 288 Enclosure — do I need to plan for floor loading?

Yes, floor loading and rack placement should be part of your installation planning. The loaded enclosure weighs approximately 198 lb. (89.8 kg); a fully configured unit can reach approximately 300 lb. (136 kg). At 17U, it also requires significant rack depth — 20¾ in. (52.7 cm) standard, or 21¾ in. (55.2 cm) with extractors. Coordinate with your structural and facilities teams before specifying the rack location.

Can components be serviced in the field, or does the enclosure have to be returned for repairs?

The AMX Epica DGX 288 Enclosure is designed for field serviceability. Fiber module connectors, fan kits, the CPU, and power supplies are all field-replaceable. The cooling system includes a dedicated 1U fan tray at the top of the chassis plus additional rear cooling — both accessible without returning the unit to a depot.