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Placing Units On

If the Switch units are free-standing, up to eight units can be placed one

Top of Each Other

on top of the other. If you are mixing a variety of SuperStack® 3 Switch

 

and Hub units, the smaller units must be positioned at the top.

 

If you are placing Switch units one on top of the other, you must use the

 

self-adhesive rubber pads supplied. Apply the pads to the underside of

 

each Switch, sticking one in the marked area at each corner. Place the

 

Switch units on top of each other, ensuring that the pads of the upper

 

unit line up with the recesses of the lower unit.

 

 

Stacking Units

Up to four Switch 4200 Family units can be stacked together and then

 

treated as a single manageable unit with one IP address. Any

 

combination of Switch 4200 Family units is allowed in a single stack. The

 

units are connected together via the 10/100/1000BASE-T ports on the

 

front of the unit as shown in Figure 6. Starting from the base of the stack,

 

the port marked with ‘up’ is connected to the port marked with ‘down’

 

on the unit above. Cable lengths of between 14 cm (5.5 in) and

 

100 m (328 ft) can be used for stacking.

 

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3Com recommends that when you add a new unit to a stack, you should first initialize it to factory default settings.

Any Switch 4200 unit can be added to the stack, including the Switch 26-Port (3C17300A), the Switch 50-Port (3C17302A) and the Switch 28-Port (3C17304A). You must install the latest software version on all units in the stack.

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4250T, 4226T, 4228G specifications

The 3Com 4228G, 4226T, and 4250T are professional-grade network switches designed for businesses seeking to enhance their network infrastructure. These models offer robust performance and reliability, catering to various networking needs, from small offices to large enterprise environments.

The 3Com 4228G switch is a 28-port gigabit Ethernet switch designed for high-bandwidth applications. It provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, allowing devices such as IP phones and wireless access points to be powered directly through the Ethernet cables. This feature simplifies installation and reduces additional cabling costs. The switch also supports VLAN tagging for network segmentation, improving security and performance. Its advanced traffic management lets IT administrators prioritize network traffic effectively, ensuring critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth.

On the other hand, the 3Com 4226T is a 26-port gigabit Ethernet switch, primarily designed for environments requiring a high level of connectivity without PoE. It offers similar features to the 4228G, such as VLAN support and enhanced traffic management capabilities. The 4226T is ideal for businesses that do not require power over Ethernet yet need reliable, high-speed networking capabilities. With 26 ports, this switch is an excellent choice for medium-sized enterprises looking to upgrade their network infrastructure without overwhelming their existing resources.

The 3Com 4250T is a more advanced switch, offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a robust feature set suitable for more complex networking environments. It includes Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, allowing for advanced routing and switching capabilities, making it highly adaptable to various network designs. The 4250T also simplifies network management through its extensive configuration options and support for IPv6. Moreover, it features an efficient cooling system and reduced power consumption, aligning with today’s growing demand for energy-efficient solutions.

All three models utilize advanced technologies such as Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) for loop prevention, QoS mechanisms to prioritize traffic, and comprehensive security features to protect the network from unauthorized access. With their different port configurations and capabilities, the 3Com 4228G, 4226T, and 4250T switches provide exceptional performance and flexibility, making them ideal for businesses aiming to enhance their networking capabilities.
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