3Com SuperStack 4 3C16479 User Manual

The 3Com Switch 2824/3Com Switch 2816 is a versatile,
easy-to-use switch. It is ideal for users who want the high-speed
performance of 10/100/1000 switching but do not need
sophisticated management functions. The Switch is shipped
ready for use. No configuration is necessary.
The Switch can be rack-mounted or free standing.
Your Switch includes:
 One power cord
 Rack mounting kit
 Four standard height, self-adhesive rubber pads
 This User Guide and warranty card
The Switch is powered from the AC mains supply.
The Switch provides high performance switched connections to
10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps hubs, switches, servers
and workstations that need a dedicated switched link. The
following figure illustrates one possible configuration. Each port
has a shielded RJ-45 connector on the front panel. Each port is
capable of operating at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps. The
ports can automatically determine the speed and the duplex
mode of the connected equipment and provides a suitable
switched connection. At 10 Mbps and at 100 Mbps, the ports
can operate in half or full duplex mode. At 1000 Mbps, the
ports operate in full duplex mode only.
INTRODUCTION
Servers with
1000Mbps
connections
Dual Speed Hub
with 10/100 Mbps
connection
1000Mbps
connections
10/100Mbps Switch with
Gigabit Connection
Switch 2824
1
Link/Activity : Green= 1000M, Yellow
= 10/100M,
Flash =Activity, Duplex : On= Full, Off = Half
Switch 2824
3C16479
3Com
®
Switch 2824 (24-Port, Unmanaged Gigabit) - (3C16479)
3Com
®
Switch 2816 (16-Port, Unmanaged Gigabit) - (3C16478)
User Guide
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3Com SuperStack 4 3C16479 Specifications

General

Product Type	Switch
Model	3C16479
Ports	24
Uplink Ports	2
Switching Capacity	8.8 Gbps
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Manageable	Yes
Jumbo Frame Support	Yes
Power Supply	Internal
MAC Address Table Size	8000 entries
Layer	Layer 2

Summary

Introduction

Features of the Switch

24 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Ports

Shielded RJ-45 data sockets supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation.

Traffic Prioritization

Switch offers priority queuing for examining and forwarding packets based on priority level.

Status LEDs and Power

Duplex Status LEDs

Shows the duplex status of the related ports (yellow indicates full duplex, off indicates half duplex).

Power LED

Indicates the power status of the Switch (green means powered on).

Power Supply

Describes the power inlet and automatic voltage adjustment for the unit.

Installing the Switch

Positioning the Switch

Guidelines for placing the switch to ensure proper airflow, accessibility, and protection from noise/moisture.

Connecting to a Network Device

Mounting Kit Instructions

Rack Mounting the Units

Step-by-step guide for mounting the 1U high switch into a standard 19-inch rack.

Problem Solving

Safety Information

Technical Information

Related Standards

Lists functional, safety, EMC, and immunity standards the switch is designed to meet.

Electrical Specifications

Details electrical properties like power inlet, frequency, voltage, current, and power consumption.

Regulatory Notices

Information regarding FCC, CE, CSA, VCCI, and BSMI compliance statements.

Technical Support

Where To Go For Help

Information on contacting resellers, checking the website, and finding support tools.

Telephone Technical Support and Repair

Instructions for obtaining support and repair services, including required information.

Legal Notices

Environmental Statements

Details 3Com's commitment to environmentally friendly operations and product lifecycle management.