3com OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 16 - (16 * 10/100/1000) 3C1671600-UK Leaflet

Product codes
3C1671600-UK
Page of 2
• 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
Traffic Prioritization (IEEE 802.1p)  
Ensures that real-time applications (such as voice and video) take priority so they can run effectively,
even during bursts of high traffic 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
Provides simple set-up with no complicated configuration for hassle-free 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 office use; complies with a more stringent certification than Class A
3 Year hardware warranty with Next Business Day 
Provides the ongoing warranty support that businesses need.
advanced hardware replacement 
3Com
 Office
Conn
ect
Dua
l Spee
d Swi
tch 16
 
3Com
®
 OfficeConnect
®
Gigabit Switch 5
Power User
PCs
PCs
3Com Of
ficeConnect 
Switch 8 with Gigab
it Uplink
Server
Server
Gigabit link
10/100 link
Network Diagram
3Com OfficeConnect switches enable businesses to find the best
balance between wire speed performance and budget requirements.