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Overview
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Gigabit Switches are designed
for small offices requiring high network performance
to exchange large data files and images and access
real-time information.
these reliable and dependable switches automatically
find the fastest connection speed; all that is needed is
to connect the power and Ethernet cables, as there is
no software to configure. Easy to set up, these switches
feature a fan-less design which delivers silent operation,
and are backed by an outstanding three-year limited
warranty. Advanced hardware replacement is also
provided. with a choice of five, eight or sixteen ports,
you can easily expand your network by adding more
computers or devices with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
per port in full-duplex mode.
As part of our GreenConnect initiative, this switch
uses the latest silicon technology, reducing the
typical power consumption. idle “power-down”
mode
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and cable length detection
†
helps deliver
minimum power consumption. the very compact
design of this OfficeConnect switch also minimizes
environmental impact.
Key Benefits
OPTIMAL NETWORK CONNECTIVITY
› Auto-speed sensing enables connection at 1000, 100
and 10 Mbps, ensuring optimum throughput for
bandwidth-intensive applications and compatibility
with legacy equipment
› Full-duplex support of your network. Allows full two-
way data transfer, doubling the effective bandwidth.
› FCC Class B certified. Certified for home and office
use (more stringent than Class A certification).
EASY TO USE
›
Auto MDi/MDiX eliminates most common cabling
problems, whether the port is connected to a server,
PC, another switch or hub.
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Front panel LEDs provide immediate notification of
network use without requiring special technical
knowledge.
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GreenConnect. Product operates with very low power
requirements. Physical dimensions reduced for
optimal space and material utilization.
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Operating system independence supports maximum
integration of different operating systems within a
network—no extra configuration of the network
is required.
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Plug-and-Play convenience delivers simple set-up;
no complicated configuration is required.
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Silent operation. Self-cooling fanless design ensures
there is no noise disturbance from the switches.
RELIABLE
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3-Year limited warranty provides the on-going
warranty support that businesses need.
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idle power down mode applies to 5- and 8-port models.
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Cable length detect applies to 8- and 16-port models.
3COM
®
OFFICECONNECT
GIGABIT SWITCHES
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from top: OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 5, Gigabit Switch 8, Gigabit
Switch 16
10/100/1000 Mbps switches for
small and medium businesses
needing basic connectivity
