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Hewlett-Packard

See HPOV.

Open View

 

homologation

The process of certifying a product or specification to verify that it

 

meets regulatory standards.

HPOV

Hewlett-Packard Open View. The umbrella network management

 

system (NMS) family of products from Hewlett-Packard. The 3Com

 

Wireless Switch Manager (3WXM) tool suite interacts with the HPOV

 

Network Node Manager (NNM).

HTTPS

Hypertext Transfer Protocol over Secure Sockets Layer. An Internet

 

protocol developed by Netscape to encrypt and decrypt network

 

connections to Web servers. Built into all secure browsers, HTTPS uses

 

the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol as a sublayer under the regular

 

HTTP application layer, and uses port 443 instead of HTTP port 80 in its

 

interactions with the lower layer, TCP/IP. See also SSL.

Hypertext Transfer

See HTTPS.

Protocol over Secure

 

Sockets Layer

 

IAS

Internet Authentication Service. Microsoft’s RADIUS server.

IC

Industry Canada. The Canadian governing body for

 

telecommunications.

ICV

Integrity check value. The output of a message integrity check.

IE

See WPA IE.

IEEE

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. An American professional

 

society whose standards for the computer and electronics industry

 

often become national or international standards. In particular, the IEEE

 

802 standards for LANs are widely followed.

IGMP

Internet Group Management Protocol. An Internet protocol, defined in

 

RFC 2236, that enables an Internet computer to report its multicast

 

group membership to neighboring multicast routers. Multicasting allows

 

a computer on the Internet to send content to other computers that

 

have identified themselves as interested in receiving it.

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3Com WX4400 3CRWX440095A, WXR100 3CRWXR10095A, WX1200 3CRWX120695A, WX2200 3CRWX220095A Hpov, Https, Ias, Icv, Ieee, Igmp

WX1200 3CRWX120695A, WX4400 3CRWX440095A, WXR100 3CRWXR10095A, WX2200 3CRWX220095A specifications

The 3Com WX2200 (3CRWX220095A), WX4400 (3CRWX440095A), WX1200 (3CRWX120695A), and WXR100 (3CRWXR10095A) are part of a robust suite of wireless networking solutions offered by 3Com, designed to meet the needs of modern enterprise environments. These devices provide reliable connectivity, flexibility, and scalability, making them ideal for businesses of all sizes.

The 3Com WX2200 is a high-performance wireless switch that supports up to 64 access points, making it suitable for medium to large deployments. It boasts advanced features such as dynamic RF management, which optimizes channel selection and power levels based on real-time network conditions. This ensures maximum coverage and minimizes interference, leading to improved user experiences. Additionally, it supports dual-band operation and can seamlessly integrate with various wireless access points, providing enhanced throughput and robust performance.

The WX4400 is designed for high-density environments and offers extensive scalability. It supports up to 128 access points and is equipped with advanced security features, including WPA2 enterprise encryption and role-based access control. This switch also features intelligent load balancing, allowing it to dynamically distribute user traffic across available access points, thus enhancing overall network efficiency.

The WX1200, positioned as an entry-level solution, is well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses. It offers a user-friendly management interface, allowing IT staff to quickly configure and monitor the network. This device supports a variety of deployment scenarios and can be easily integrated into existing infrastructure. It also comes equipped with essential security features to protect the network from unauthorized access.

The WXR100 complements the series by providing simplified management for access points, ensuring that businesses can easily deploy and maintain their wireless networks. It supports various management protocols and integrates with a variety of third-party systems, enhancing inter-operability. With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the WXR100 can deliver power to connected access points, reducing the complexity and costs associated with additional power infrastructure.

Together, these solutions embody 3Com's commitment to delivering high-quality networking products that enhance connectivity and performance. With features such as scalability, advanced security, dynamic load balancing, and centralized management, the WX2200, WX4400, WX1200, and WXR100 form a comprehensive wireless networking ecosystem tailored for today’s enterprise challenges.