3Com Switch 4200G – Model 3CR17662‑91 (48‑Port Gigabit)
Key Specifications
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Port configuration:
. 48 auto‑negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit) ports
. 4 dual‑personality ports: can operate as copper or gigabit SFP (fiber)
. 2 rear expansion slots for 10‑Gigabit modules (XENPAK/XFP) - Switching capacity: up to 136 Gbps
- Forwarding rate: up to ~101.2 Mpps (64‑byte packets)
- Management: Layer‑2 switching, static Layer‑3 routing (32 static routes)
- Security & features: IEEE 802.1X authentication, ACLs (Layer 2/3/4), IGMP snooping, QoS, clustering/stacking up to 32 units
- Physical: Height ~4.4 cm (1U), width ~44.2 cm, depth ~30 cm; weight ~4.7 kg
- Power: AC 100‑240 V, 50/60 Hz; max consumption ~98 W
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty
Important Features & Highlights
- All 48 ports support full Gigabit speed
- Dual‑personality ports for flexible uplinks (copper or fiber)
- 10‑Gigabit expansion slots for future-proofing
- Managed features: ACLs, QoS, VLANs, IGMP snooping, clustering/stacking
- Compact rack-mountable 1U form factor
- Ideal for upgrading older 10/100 networks to full Gigabit
Use‑Cases & Fit for Business
- Wired access switch for office floors with many devices
- Server-room access layer connecting servers and high-bandwidth devices
- Fiber uplink deployments using dual-personality SFP ports
- Upgrade scenarios from legacy 10/100 switches
- Stack multiple units (up to 32) for larger deployments
Pros & Cons
Pros
- High port-density (48 Gigabit ports)
- Managed features suitable for enterprise edge
- Uplink flexibility (copper/fiber, 10 Gb expansion)
- Rack-mountable and compact
Cons
- Limited Layer‑3 routing (static only)
- Older model; check firmware/support availability
- 10 Gb expansion modules must be purchased separately
- Standard version does not support PoE
- Energy efficiency/features may lag newer switches
Deployment & Installation Tips
- Mount in a standard 19″ rack with proper ventilation
- Assign uplinks using dual-personality SFP ports or 10 Gb expansion
- Configure VLANs for user, guest, and voice traffic with QoS
- Enable security features like 802.1X and ACLs
- Monitor power and cooling requirements
- Backup configuration and document port assignments
- Plan for future upgrades with 10 Gb modules
- Ensure latest supported firmware for stability and security
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