Datasheet

In addition, the web interface features individual port-
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raffic monitoring (port mirroring) and MAC address
port mapping tables. A cable diagnostic tool lets users
troubleshoot basic connectivity problems via the web
management interface further simplifying network
installation.
The OfficeConnect Managed Gigabit PoE Switch is also
supported by 3Com Network Supervisor (3NS) and
3Com Network Director (3ND) management software.
3NS and 3ND can be used to map the network
topology, indicating what devices are connected, and
on what ports. Switch management and software
upgrades can be easily done. Other SNMP-based
management tools may also be used.
The Switch family also supports a compact Command
Line Interface (CLI) that is accessed via the front panel
console port. Using the CLI, major switch
management options can be quickly configured.
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KEY BENEFITS (continued)
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
FEATURE DESCRIPTION
Performance
VLANs Segment the network by grouping users based on their data or traffic exchange requirements. This
ensures optimal use of available bandwidth as traffic flow is directed according to the needs of the
business.
Advanced QoS and traffic shaping Traffic prioritization, using IEEE 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS) and Type of Service (TOS) with
Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP), and ingress/egress rate shaping help ensure that critical time-
sensitive traffic like voice gets the priority needed for quality communications.
Link aggregation (trunking) Group together any number of ports automatically using Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), or
manually, to form an ultra-high-bandwidth connection to the network backbone; help prevent traffic
bottlenecks.
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol support Improves network compatibility, scalability and availability.
IGMP snooping Multicast filtering optimizes network performance, instead of flooding traffic to all ports.
Unique voice features Automatic assignment of voice traffic to separate VLANs (“auto-voice VLAN”), advanced voice QoS, traffic
shaping, multicast filtering and PoE support delivers the support necessary for quality voice
communications.
Flexible Gigabit uplink Daisychain multiple units together via the built-in copper Gigabit uplink port or connect to a network
backbone via SFP-based fiber modules.
PoE support Provides power for IP phones, wireless LAN access points, and other IEEE 802.3af-compliant devices over
the same cable used for data; lowers total cost of ownership since there is no need to run additional
electrical wiring.
Fanless design Silent operation whether used in a rack or desktop situation.
Security
IEEE 802.1X network access control Provides standards-based security combined with local authentication.
Advanced Access Control Lists (ACLs) MAC- and IP-based ACLs enable network traffic filtering and enhance network control.
Traffic monitoring (port mirroring) Administrators can examine suspect data streams received on any port by mirroring the data stream to a
monitoring port.
Configuration and management
Enhanced browser-based interface Graphical user interface allows even the most novice users to configure the switch during initial setup and
monitor it during normal operation.
SNMP support Switch can be managed with 3Com Network Supervisor, Network Director and other SNMP-compatible
tools.
PoE configuration PoE power can be enabled or disabled per unit and per port; power can also be limited per port.
Cable diagnostics Remotely detect copper cable issues using a browser-based tool.