• 10/100/1000 autosensing capability
on all Gigabit switch ports
automatically detects the speed of
the attached device to optimize
network performance
• With plug-and-play convenience, the
switches work right out of the box
with no configuration or
management necessary
• Auto MDI/MDIX on all switches elim-
inates most common cabling errors
• Traffic prioritization ensures
real-time applications take priority
so they can run effectively
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Gigabit Switches
Overview
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Gigabit switches
offer a highly flexible migration path for
businesses upgrading to faster network
connections. Organizations can service
high-requirement Gigabit speed worksta-
tions and continue servicing other
connections at their current speeds by
upgrading an existing hub or switch to a
five-, eight-, or sixteen-port Gigabit 3Com
switch.
OfficeConnect Gigabit switches are part of
an integrated set of 3Com OfficeConnect
solutions that also includes cable/DSL gate-
ways, wireless devices, fast Ethernet
switches, hubs, LAN modems, and
network interface cards. With this family
of solutions, branch and small offices can
share computer resources, access the
Internet, and take advantage of new tech-
nologies such as high-speed broadband
Internet wireless LAN connectivity.
DATA SHEET
Key Benefits
FEATURES BENEFITS
Wirespeed 10/100/1000 connectivity Allows users to connect at 1000Mbps, 100Mbps or 10Mbps with optimum throughput for bandwidth
intensive applications, while ensuring compatibility with legacy equipment
Auto MDI/MDIX on every port
Eliminates most common cabling problems, whether the port is connected to a server, PC, or another
switch or hub
T
raf
fic Prioritization (IEEE 802.1p)
Ensur
es that r
eal-time applications (such as voice and video) take priority so they can run effectively,
even during bursts of high traf
fic load
Front panel diagnostic LEDs Offers immediate notification of problems, such as excessive network use, without requiring special
technical knowledge
Full duplex support of your network Allows full, two-way data transfer, doubling the effective bandwidth
Plug-and-Play convenience
Pr
ovides simple set-up with no complicated configuration for hassle-fr
ee installation
Silent operation Helps businesses eliminate disturbances caused by workplace equipment
Operating system independence Allows maximum integration of different operating systems within your network; no extra configuration
of the network required
FCC Class B certified
Certified for home as well as of
fice use; complies with a mor
e stringent certification than Class A
3 Year hardware warranty with Next Business Day Provides the ongoing warranty support that businesses need.
advanced hardware replacement