3Com 3C16478 User Manual

Enterprise-class,
Layer 2 unmanaged
switches for small and
medium businesses
D
ATA SHEET
OVERVIEW
3Com
®
Baseline switches provide cost-effective Layer 2 10/100 and
10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs that don't need management
capabilities. Simple to install and economical to own, they feature
wirespeed performance on fixed-configuration, rack-mountable platforms.
KEY BENEFITS
WIDE-RANGING UNMANAGED FAMILY
Small to mid-sized businesses looking for a switched LAN with or
without high-speed uplinks, or a low cost, high-performance Gigabit
network, will find an affordable solution with the family of 3Com
Baseline switches, designed for plug-and-play network operation.
10/100 SWITCHING WITH LEGACY SUPPORT
3Com Baseline Switch 2016 and 2024 are ideal for businesses with legacy
Ethernet desktops that want to start a network. Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps)
support easily handles higher speed desktop and office server connections.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE 10/100/1000 SWITCHING
For top performance, the 3Com Baseline Switch 2816 and 2824 deliver
wirespeed Gigabit throughput and a switching capacity of up to 48 Gbps
to handle the most bandwidth-hungry applications.
PLUG-AND-PLAY UNMANAGED OPERATION
3Com Baseline switches operate straight out of the box, with no
configuration required. Auto MDI/MDIX ports identify and adapt to
the Ethernet cable type, eliminating the most common cabling errors
and simplifying installation. Autosensing ports detect and adjust to
the speed of the connected device to optimize network performance.
RACK-MOUNTED OR FREE-STANDING CONFIGURATION
Small-business configurations can vary, so the switches are designed
to operate as a free-standing or rack-mounted switch with included
mounting kit. The standard 19-inch, one rack-unit-high (1 RU) enclosure
optimizes valuable office space.
THREE-YEAR HARDWARE WARRANTY
3Com gives a Three-Year Limited Hardware Warranty on the Baseline
Switch Family. Advance Hardware Replacement, with Next Business
Day shipment in most regions, is also provided.
3Com
®
Baseline Switches
3Com Baseline Switch Family, from left, top: Baseline Switch 2016, Switch 2024;
from right, top: Baseline Switch 2126-G, Switch 2816, Switch 2824

3Com 3C16478 Specifications

General

Brand	3Com
Model	3C16478
Category	Switch
Language	English

Summary

3Com Baseline Switches Overview

Overview

Cost-effective Layer 2 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs needing no management capabilities.

Key Benefits

Highlights the advantages and features of the 3Com Baseline Switch family for business users.

Wide-Ranging Unmanaged Family

Affordable solution for small/mid-sized businesses needing a switched LAN with or without high-speed uplinks.

10/100 Switching with Legacy Support

Ideal for businesses with legacy Ethernet desktops, supporting Fast Ethernet for higher speed connections.

High-Performance 10/100/1000 Switching

Provides wirespeed Gigabit throughput and up to 48 Gbps switching capacity for bandwidth-hungry applications.

Plug-and-Play Unmanaged Operation

Switches operate out-of-the-box with no configuration, featuring auto MDI/MDIX and autosensing ports.

Rack-Mounted or Free-Standing Configuration

Designed for flexibility, allowing operation as free-standing or rack-mounted units with included mounting kit.

Three-Year Hardware Warranty

Includes a Three-Year Limited Hardware Warranty and Advance Hardware Replacement with NBD shipment.

Specifications

Connectors

Details the auto-negotiating 10/100/1000BASE-T ports configured as auto MDI/MDIX for various models.

Media Interfaces

Specifies the RJ-45 interfaces for 10/100/BASE-TX or 10/100/1000BASE-T, depending on the model.

Performance

Highlights wirespeed performance across all ports and store-and-forward switching.

Layer 2 Switching

Details MAC addresses for different models, auto-negotiation of speed/duplex, and IEEE 802.3x flow control.

Convergence

Details the 4 hardware queues per port and IEEE 802.1p Class of Service/Quality of Service on egress for specific models.

LED Indicators

Describes the LED indicators for link status, speed, duplex status, and power.

Power Supply

Provides input voltage, current rating, power inlet type, and maximum power consumption and dissipation.

Dimensions

Lists the height, width, and depth of the switches, specifying dimensions in cm and inches.

Weight

Specifies the weight of each switch model in kilograms and pounds.

Environmental Requirements

Details the operating temperature range and humidity levels required for optimal switch performance.

Regulatory and Agency Approvals

Lists safety, emissions, and immunity standards and approvals for the switches.

IEEE Standards Supported

Enlists the various IEEE standards that the 3Com Baseline switches comply with.

Package Contents

Itemizes the components included with each switch unit.

Warranty and Other Services

Outlines the limited hardware warranty, software warranty, and additional support services offered.

Ordering Information

Provides product descriptions and corresponding 3Com SKU numbers for purchasing.