3Com Corporation Limited Warranty

3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY

The duration of the warranty for the CoreBuilder 7000/7000HD Chassis and Switch Engine is: Enhanced One-year Limited -— return to factory for free repair. One year warranty with 90 days of Advance Hardware Replacement service, subject to availability.

The duration of the warranty for all other CoreBuilder 7000 Hardware Modules is: One Year limited — return to factory for free repair. Advance Hardware Replacement service is available for an additional fee, subject to availability.

HARDWARE	3Com warrants its hardware products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal
	use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase from 3Com or its authorized
	reseller:

	Network Interface Cards	Lifetime

	Other hardware products	1 year*
	*unless otherwise specified above

	Spare parts and spares kits	90 days

	If a product does not operate as warranted above during the applicable warranty period, 3Com shall, at its
	option and expense, repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part
	to replace the defective item, or refund to Customer the purchase price paid for the defective product.
	All products that are replaced will become the property of 3Com. Replacement products may be new or
	reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product or part has a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of
	the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.

SOFTWARE	3Com warrants that the software programs licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to the
	program specifications therefor for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from 3Com or its
	authorized reseller. 3Com warrants the media containing software against failure during the warranty period.
	No updates are provided. 3Com’s sole obligation with respect to this express warranty shall be (at 3Com’s
	discretion) to refund the purchase price paid by Customer for any defective software products, or to replace any
	defective media with software which substantially conforms to applicable 3Com published specifications.
	Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated
	reference materials. 3Com makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet
	Customer’s requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software products
	provided by third parties, that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that
	all defects in the software products will be corrected. For any third party products listed in the 3Com software
	product documentation or specifications as being compatible, 3Com will make reasonable efforts to provide
	compatibility, except where the non-compatibility is caused by a “bug” or defect in the third party's product.

YEAR 2000 WARRANTY	In addition to the Hardware Products Warranty and Software Products Warranty identified above, 3Com
	warrants that all Heritage 3Com products sold or licensed to Customer on and after January 1, 1998 that are

date sensitive will continue performing properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000, provided that all other products used by Customer in connection or combination with the 3Com products, including hardware, software, and firmware, accurately exchange date data with the 3Com products, with the exception of those products identified at 3Com’s Web site, http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html, as not meeting this standard. A product is considered a “Heritage 3Com product” if it is a member of a product family which was manufactured by 3Com prior to its merger with US Robotics Corporation. This Year 2000 limited warranty does not apply to Heritage US Robotics Corporation products. If it appears that any such product does not perform properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000, and Customer notifies 3Com before the later of April 1, 2000, or ninety (90) days after purchase of the product from 3Com or its authorized reseller, 3Com shall, at its option and expense, provide a software update which would effect the proper performance of such product, repair such product, deliver to Customer an equivalent product to replace such product, or if none of the foregoing is feasible, refund to Customer the purchase price paid for such product.

Any software update or replaced or repaired product will carry a Year 2000 Warranty for ninety (90) days or until April 1, 2000, whichever is later.

OBTAINING WARRANTY

SERVICE

Customer must contact 3Com’s Corporate Service Center or an Authorized 3Com Service Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service authorization. Dated proof of purchase may be required. Products returned to 3Com’s Corporate Service Center must be pre-authorized by 3Com with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on the outside of the package, and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for safe shipment, and it is recommended that they be insured. The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at 3Com’s expense, not later than thirty (30) days after receipt of the defective product by 3Com.

Dead- or Defective-on-Arrival.In the event a product completely fails to function or exhibits a defect in materials or workmanship within the first forty-eight (48) hours of installation but no later than thirty (30) days after the date of purchase, and this is verified by 3Com, it will be considered dead- or defective-on-arrival

7000 specifications

The 3Com 7000 is a robust and versatile networking solution designed to meet the demands of enterprise environments. Renowned for its reliability and scalability, the 3Com 7000 is highly suitable for organizations requiring efficient data handling and enhanced network performance. This multi-layer switching platform integrates advanced technologies, making it a preferred choice for modern businesses.

One of the standout features of the 3Com 7000 is its modular architecture. This design allows businesses to customize their network according to specific requirements by adding or replacing various modules. The modularity ensures that organizations can scale their network operations without significant downtime or the necessity of overhauling existing infrastructure. Such flexibility is vital for growing enterprises that need to adapt to variable workloads.

The 3Com 7000 also incorporates advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities. This feature enhances the efficiency of data transmission and bolsters the overall responsiveness of the network. By allowing routing functions to occur directly on the switch, it reduces latency and optimizes traffic flow, which is critical for applications requiring high availability, such as VoIP and video conferencing.

Security is another core characteristic of the 3Com 7000. It comes equipped with built-in security protocols and features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs) and VLAN support, which segregate network resources and protect sensitive data. These security measures ensure that only authorized devices can access specific segments of the network, thus fortifying the organization's information security posture.

In terms of management, the 3Com 7000 offers an intuitive interface for monitoring and controlling network operations. It supports various management protocols and software, which facilitate streamlined administration and configuration. This ease of management can significantly reduce the operational burden on IT staff, allowing them to focus on strategic initiatives.

Additionally, the 3Com 7000 is designed for high performance. It supports extensive bandwidth and low-latency communications, making it ideal for high-demand applications. The ability to handle multiple simultaneous connections without compromising speed makes it an excellent choice for enterprises that rely on real-time data processing.

In summary, the 3Com 7000 is a sophisticated networking solution characterized by its modularity, advanced routing capabilities, robust security features, user-friendly management, and high performance. These attributes make it a compelling choice for enterprises looking to enhance their networking infrastructure for a competitive edge.