3Com 3C16791C User Guide - Page 2

INTRODUCTION About This Guide: Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. Computer networks have proved to be one of the fastest modes of communication but until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to the small office. As the power of workstations and business applications increases, heavier demands are made on the available network bandwidth that if unchecked, can lead to performance problems in a hub-based setup. Installing the 3Com® OfficeConnect Fast Ethernet Switch 5 (3C16790C) or Switch 8 (3C16791C) allows your network to be segmented so that traffic can be contained effectively, reducing the overall load without affecting access to critical resources. This switch has one of the most compact designs in the industry making it ideal for desktop use. It can be used with other units in the OfficeConnect family, which include Cable/DSL gateways, wireless devices, Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet switches. The OfficeConnect family is a fully integrated system, enabling you to share computer resources, and take advantage of new technologies as your network grows. Your Package Contains: • OfficeConnect Switch • Power adapter for use with the Switch • Four rubber feet • This User Guide • Warranty flyer 2 About This Guide This guide will use the term Switch when referring to the OfficeConnect Fast Ethernet Switch. DIMENSIONS AND STANDARDS Dimensions and Operating Conditions Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u Safety: UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, CSA 22.2 #60950-1, IEC60950-1 EMC: EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, FCC Part 15 Class B*, ICES-003 Class B Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Category 5 screened cables must be used to ensure compliance with the Class B requirements of the above standards. The use of unscreened cables complies with the Class A requirements. * Refer to Regulatory notices in this user guide. Fast Ethernet Switch 5 2.8W, 9.56BTU/hr Fast Ethernet Switch 8 3.2W, 10.92BTU/hr 0 to 40ºC (32 to 104ºF) operating temperature 0 to 95% (non-condensing) humidity Depth: Switch 5: 85 mm (3.35 in) Switch 8: 85 mm (3.35 in) On = 10/100M, Flash = Activity Width: Switch 5: 112 mm (4.4 in) Switch 8: 146 mm (5.75 in) 3