3Com 3C16405, User Manual

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HAPTER
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BOUT THE
PS H
UB
Features
The PS Hub 40 and PS Hub 50 share many features:
NOTE: These terms and features are described in this chapter and the
following chapters.
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12 or 24 shielded twisted pair ports for easy connection to
10BASE-T networks. An MDI/MDIX switch allows you to cross-over
one of these ports, for connection to other types of hubs and
network equipment.
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One or two transceiver module slots, providing a choice of media
options:
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The PS Hub 40 has two 10Mbps transceiver module slots that
can be fitted with 3Com 10Mbps transceiver modules.
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The PS Hub 50 has one transceiver module slot that can be fitted
with a 3Com 10Mbps or 100Mbps transceiver module.
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SuperStack II architecture — You can stack up to 10 hubs
(six if free standing), giving you a possible 260 ports per stack.
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LEDs for quick viewing of hub and port status.
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Hot-swappable technology which allows hubs to be added and
removed from a stack without affecting stack performance.
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Mounting brackets for easy installation into a standard 19 inch rack,
or onto a table or wall.
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+5 Lifetime Limited Warranty — Please refer to the “3Com
Corporation Limited Warranty” at the back of this guide for more
information.