What is the switching performance?

The switch delivers 17 Gbps switching capacity and up to 13 million packets per second forwarding rate at wire-speed 10/100 Mbps. It supports auto-negotiation for speed, duplex, and MDI/MDIX, handling 8,000 MAC addresses efficiently.

How is the switch managed?

Management is via web browser interface, command line over RS232 console, SNMP Protocol (RFC 1157), and included 3Com Network Supervisor software. It supports resiliency features like spanning tree and link aggregation.

What are the power specifications?

Internal AC power supply accepts 100-240 VAC at 50/60 Hz with 2A max current, 90W maximum (307 BTU/hr dissipation). Compatible with SuperStack 3 Advanced Redundant Power System (3C16071B) and Type 2A module (3C16074A).

What are the physical dimensions and environmental specs?

Rackmount 1.5U form factor: 440 mm W x 300 mm D x 65 mm H, 5.3 kg weight. Operates 0° to 40°C, 10-90% noncondensing humidity; storage -40° to +70°C. MTBF 141,000 hours at 40°C.

What compliance standards does it meet?

Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 950, IEC 60950. Emissions: EN 55022 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI Class A. Immunity: EN 55024. Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68).

3C17100 - 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 48-port 10/100 Managed Switch Switch

Name: 3C17100 - 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 48-port 10/100 Managed Switch Switch
Brand: 3Com
SKU: 3C17100

3C17100 - 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 48-port 10/100 Managed Switch Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The 3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 (SKU 3C17100) is a Layer 2 managed Ethernet switch designed for enterprise high-density 10/100 networking. It features 48 autonegotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports with Auto MDIX and 2 module slots for flexible expansion including Gigabit (1000BASE-T/SX/LX) or 100BASE-FX modules. Delivering 17 Gbps switching capacity and up to 13 million packets per second forwarding rate, it ensures wire-speed performance. Management options include web browser, command line interface via RS232 console, and 3Com Network Supervisor. Power is via internal AC (100-240 VAC), with support for Advanced Redundant Power System. Dimensions are 440x300x65 mm (1.5U rackmount), weighing 5.3 kg, with 90W max consumption. Operates at 0-40°C, complies with UL 1950, EN 60950, EN 55022 Class A. Ideal for backbone connectivity and server access in robust networks.

48x 10/100 Auto MDIX ports + 2 expansion slots
17 Gbps capacity, 13M pps forwarding rate
Web/CLI/SNMP management with Network Supervisor
Supports Gigabit modules for backbone uplinks
Redundant power system compatibility
1.5U rackmount, 5.3kg, 90W max consumption

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	3C17100
Brand	3Com
Condition	New
Model	SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 48-port 10/100 Managed Switch
Product Line	SuperStack 3
Product Type	Layer 2 Managed Ethernet Switch
SNMP Version	SNMP Protocol (RFC 1157)
Auto Negotiation	Auto-negotiation of port speed, duplex, and connection (MDI/MDIX)
Management Interface	Web browser; command line interface; 3Com Network Supervisor
Compliance Certifications	EN 60068 (IEC 68); Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 950, IEC 60950; Emissions: 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; Immunity: EN 55024

Compatible systems

No specific system or OS compatibility lists found in sources.

Best for

Enterprise LAN Core
Provides 48 Fast Ethernet ports with 17 Gbps switching capacity for central switching in large networks, supporting up to 13M pps forwarding.
Office Backbone
High-density 10/100 switching with 2 module slots for Gigabit uplinks prevents bottlenecks in remote or small offices without IT staff.
Server Farm Access
Auto-negotiating ports and expansion modules enable flexible connectivity to servers and backbones with wire-speed performance.
Redundant Deployments
Supports SuperStack 3 Advanced Redundant Power System for high availability in mission-critical environments.

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Network & Communication

Ethernet Speed	10/100 Mbps autonegotiating; supports Gigabit via optional modules (1000BASE-T/SX/LX, 100BASE-FX)
Forwarding Rate	Up to 13 million packets per second
Switching Capacity	17 Gbps

Power Consumption

Max Wattage	90W maximum (307 BTU/hr heat dissipation)
Voltage Input	100-240 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 2A maximum current rating
Power Supplies	Internal AC; supports SuperStack 3 Advanced Redundant Power System (3C16071B) and Type 2A module (3C16074A)

Depth	300 mm (12 in)
Width	440 mm (17.3 in)
Height	65 mm (2.6 in or 1.5U)
Weight	5.3 Kg (12 lb)
Form Factor	Rackmount 1.5U

Operating Humidity	10% to 90% relative humidity noncondensing
Storage Temperature	-40° to +70°C (-40° to +158°F)
Operating Temperature	0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

Console Port	RS232 console port
Network Ports	48 autonegotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports configured as Auto MDIX; 2 module slots for media modules

3Com SuperStack 3 Switch 4300 48-port 10/100 Managed Switch Switch