3Com 1100 manual About, SuperStack, Switch

12CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 1100

About the	The SuperStack® II system solves the problem of growth in dynamic
SuperStack II	network environments and provides everything you need for successful
Switch 1100	workgroup networking. Much more than a collection of stackable
	components, the system comprises a complete, integrated architecture of
	modular parts that are easy to install and use.
	As part of this SuperStack II system, the Switch 1100 meets the challenge
	of modern LANs and allows you to add features and capacity as your
	network expands.

Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features:

■12 or 24 Ethernet 10BASE-T ports

■Two Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

■Matrix port for interconnecting Switch 1100 / Switch 3300 units in a single stack:

■Connect two units back-to-back using a single Matrix Cable

■Connect up to four units using Matrix Cables linked to a Matrix Module

■Slot for an Expansion Module or Matrix Module

■Slot for a Transceiver Module (10Mbps Ethernet)

■SuperStack II architecture:

■Connects to Redundant Power System / Uninterruptable Power System

■19-inch rack or stand-alone mounting

For information about the software features of the Switch, refer to the “SuperStack II Switch Management Guide” (DUA1695-0BAA01).