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3Com 0231A972 16 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 8 x Ports SFP (mini-GBIC) Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Mo...
- 16 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45)
- 8 x Ports SFP (mini-GBIC)
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet speeds
- Hybrid copper and fiber connectivity
- Designed for 3Com modular switches
- Flexible uplink and downlink options
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Product Overview
The 3Com 0231A972 is a Gigabit Ethernet expansion module featuring 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T ports and 8 x SFP (mini-GBIC) ports. This hybrid module offers flexible connectivity options for both copper and fiber optic networks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Expansion Module |
| Interface | 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T + 8 x SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) |
Additional Specifications
| Connector Types | RJ-45, SFP |
| Compatibility | 3Com Modular Switches |
Product Description
The 3Com 0231A972 is a versatile expansion module designed to enhance the capabilities of compatible 3Com modular switches. It provides a combination of 16 copper ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet speeds (10/100/1000Base-T) and 8 small form-factor pluggable (SFP) ports, also known as mini-GBICs. This hybrid design offers significant flexibility, allowing network administrators to connect a mix of copper-based devices and fiber optic links within the same module. The 16 copper ports are ideal for connecting end-user devices such as computers, printers, or IP phones that utilize standard Ethernet cabling. These ports support auto-negotiation for 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps speeds, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of equipment. The 8 SFP ports provide the flexibility to use various types of SFP transceivers, enabling connections over different fiber optic types (multimode or single-mode) and distances, or even other copper interfaces. This module is particularly useful for network aggregation, providing both direct device connectivity and high-speed uplinks to the network backbone. Its ability to support Gigabit Ethernet speeds on all ports ensures high performance for bandwidth-intensive applications. The 0231A972 is a valuable component for expanding network capacity and adapting to diverse connectivity requirements in enterprise environments.
