Description
The 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4400 SE 24-port is a price-competitive Layer 2 switch with an easy software upgrade path to an enhanced feature set when you need it. The switch has multiple options for uplinks, and supports hot-swappable stacking with other Switch 4400 SE units, up to 192 10/100 ports. Also supported is LACP link aggregation for high data throughput and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol support for quick recovery from network failures. The affordable software upgrade delivers enhanced features including traffic classification and prioritization for greater control over network traffic – ideal for implementing voice on the network – and advanced 802.1X Network Login for comprehensive security.
FAQ
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Q: What is 3COM 3C17206?
A: 3COM 3C17206 is the 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4400 SE, a 24-port managed Fast Ethernet switch designed for business and enterprise edge networks.
Q: How many ports does 3C17206 have?
A: It provides 24 autosensing 10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet ports for network access.
Q: Is 3COM 3C17206 managed or unmanaged?
A: It is a managed Layer 2 switch built for business networks that need more control than a plug-and-play unmanaged switch.
Q: Is 3C17206 a Gigabit switch?
A: Not on the main 24 front ports. The access ports are 10/100 Fast Ethernet, while the switch supports optional Gigabit uplink modules for higher-speed backbone connectivity.
Q: Does 3COM 3C17206 support uplink modules?
A: Yes. The 4400 family supports modular uplink options, including Gigabit connectivity, which adds flexibility for network expansion.
Q: What is this switch good for?
A: It is a good fit for office, enterprise edge, and workgroup networks that need reliable managed switching with expandable uplink capability. That use follows from the 4400 family positioning and feature set.
Q: Does 3COM 3C17206 support stacking?
A: The SuperStack 3 4400 family supports resilient stacking, which helps simplify management and improve scalability in larger deployments.
Q: Is 3COM 3C17206 suitable for business networks?
A: Yes. It was designed as an enterprise-class managed switching platform for organizations that need stable Layer 2 switching, traffic control, and flexible deployment options.
Don –
Excellent managed switch for office networks. The 3COM 3C17206 arrived clean, tested, and factory reset. It was easy to deploy, performance was reliable, and the expandable uplink options made integration simple. Great value for business use.