Hi people.
With or without a computer you can bypass it with a 50 way ribbon connector wired with just a 10 way ribbon, a few inches long (4-6" or 100-150mm). 1-10 links back to 11-20 I think (based on memory!) 1 goes to 11, 2 to 12, 3 to 13 etc. Just crimp 1-10 to 11-20. Put the free socket into a vice with the 10 way ribbon and gently close it to do the job.
SSL supplied a 1u computer bypass unit fitted with a few 8 circuit relays for broadcasters in case their computer broke down, mid session and with a live stream or broadcast.
Check out the S14E 50 way pinout to confirm this.
Hope this helps from Jim Lassen (wiring moderator on here ... jimlfixit!).