3C16476 - 3Com 3C16476BS Baseline Switch 2250 Plus 48x10/100

Name: 3Com 3C16476BS Baseline Switch 2250 Plus 48x10/100
Brand: 3Com
SKU: 3C16476

3C16476 - 3Com 3C16476BS Baseline Switch 2250 Plus 48x10/100 | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The 3Com Baseline Switch 2250 Plus is a web-managed Layer 2 Ethernet switch designed for small and mid-sized businesses requiring enterprise-class features at optimized pricing. It provides 48 autosensing 10/100 ports and two dual-purpose Gigabit ports configurable as copper (10/100/1000BASE-T) or fiber (SFP) connections, delivering 13.6 Gbps maximum switching capacity with wirespeed, non-blocking performance. The switch supports advanced Layer 2 features including VLANs (256 port-based), IEEE 802.1X authentication, Rapid Spanning Tree, manual link aggregation, IGMP snooping, and traffic prioritization. Web-based management interface enables easy configuration of port settings, spanning tree, VLANs, and traffic monitoring. With 8,192 MAC address table entries and store-and-forward switching, it eliminates network bottlenecks while maintaining low power consumption at 56W maximum. Ideal for converged voice and data networks in cost-conscious deployments.

48x 10/100 ports + 2x Gigabit dual-purpose uplinks
13.6 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity, wirespeed
Web-managed Layer 2 with VLANs, 802.1X, Spanning Tree
56W power consumption, 1U rack-mountable form factor
Manual link aggregation, traffic prioritization, IGMP snooping
8,192 MAC address table, store-and-forward switching

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	3C16476
Brand	3Com
Condition	New
Model	Baseline Switch 2250
Product Line	Baseline Switches
Product Type	Unmanaged Layer 2 Ethernet Switch
MAC Address Table	8000 entries
Safety Certifications	UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950; IEC 60950
Emissions Certifications	EN 55022 Class A; FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A; ICES-003 Class A; VCCI Class A; AS/NZS 3548 Class A; CNS 13438 Class A
Ethernet Switching Features	Wirespeed non-blocking Layer 2 switching; Store-and-forward forwarding; Full-/half-duplex auto-negotiation; 802.1p traffic prioritization

Compatible systems

Unmanaged switch; no OS or system-specific compatibility required

Best for

Small-to-Medium Business Networks
Ideal for SMB deployments requiring 48 10/100 ports with managed Layer 2 features. The 13.6 Gbps switching capacity and wirespeed performance support typical office environments without bottlenecks.
Voice-Ready Converged Networks
Supports auto-voice VLAN and traffic prioritization (802.1p) for converged voice and data networks. IEEE 802.1X authentication strengthens security for mixed-use deployments.
Network Consolidation & Expansion
Two dual-purpose Gigabit ports support manual link aggregation (up to 4 trunks, 8 ports per trunk) for high-bandwidth backbone connections to core switches or servers.
Cost-Optimized Enterprise Deployments
Delivers enterprise-class Layer 2 switching features (VLANs, Spanning Tree, SNMP management) at SMB pricing, reducing total cost of ownership for budget-conscious IT teams.
Distributed Office Locations
Compact 1U form factor (4.4 cm height) and low power consumption (56W) make it suitable for remote offices, branch locations, and space-constrained network closets.

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Switching Capacity	48 Gbps

Input Voltage	100-240 VAC; AC line frequency 47/63 Hz; Current rating 1A max; Power inlet IEC 320
Maximum Power Consumption	56W

Physical Characteristics

Depth	23.5 cm (9.3 in)
Width	4.4 cm (1.7 in)
Height	44 cm (17.3 in)
Weight	2.6 kg (6 lb)
Form Factor	1U Rack Mountable
LED Indicators	Module active; Power; Network traffic/Duplex mode; Link status/Speed

Environmental

Immunity Standards	EN 55024
Operating Humidity	10 to 90% non-condensing
Operating Temperature	0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)
Environmental Standards	EN 60068 (IEC 68)
Maximum Power Dissipation	184.3 BTU/hr

Ethernet Ports	48 autosensing 10/100 ports; 2 dual purpose 10/100/1000 or SFP (50 ports total maximum)

What is the maximum switching capacity and can it handle simultaneous traffic on all ports?

The Baseline Switch 2250 Plus provides 13.6 Gbps maximum switching capacity with wirespeed, non-blocking performance. All 50 ports can operate simultaneously at full duplex without performance degradation. The 10.1 Mpps forwarding rate ensures efficient packet processing across all ports, eliminating bottlenecks in multi-user environments.

Can I use fiber connections with this switch?

Yes. The two dual-purpose Gigabit ports are configurable as either 10/100/1000BASE-T copper or SFP fiber connections. This flexibility allows you to connect fiber-based servers or backbone infrastructure without requiring separate hardware, supporting diverse network topologies.

What management options are available?

The switch features web-based configuration for intuitive management of VLANs, spanning tree, link aggregation, and traffic monitoring. SNMP v1/v2 support enables integration with standard management tools like 3Com Network Supervisor for centralized monitoring across multiple switches.

Does this switch support voice over IP (VoIP) networks?

Yes. The switch includes auto-voice VLAN support, traffic prioritization (802.1p), and IGMP snooping for converged voice and data networks. These features ensure voice traffic receives priority treatment, maintaining call quality while supporting data applications on the same infrastructure.

What are the power requirements and cooling considerations?

Maximum power consumption is 56W with 184.3 BTU/hr heat dissipation. Input voltage is 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz with 2A maximum current rating. The low power profile reduces operational costs and cooling requirements, making it suitable for space-constrained network closets and remote offices.

How many VLANs can I create and what is the MAC address table size?

The switch supports 256 port-based VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q) for network segmentation and security. The MAC address table holds 8,192 entries, supporting large network deployments with hundreds of connected devices without address table overflow.

What security features are included?

IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication controls network access at the port level. VLAN segmentation isolates traffic by department or function. Broadcast storm control prevents network flooding attacks. These features combined provide multi-layer security appropriate for SMB environments handling sensitive business data.

3Com 3C16476BS Baseline Switch 2250 Plus 48x10/100