The 3Com 3C17268 is a high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet expansion module designed for the 3Com SuperStack 4 Switch 5500G-EI series.
It provides two 10GbE XFP-based fiber uplink ports, enabling the switch to support high-bandwidth backbone and aggregation links in enterprise networks. This module is typically installed in the rear expansion slot of 5500G-EI switches and is used for switch-to-switch or core network connectivity upgrades.
Key Features
- 2 × 10GbE XFP ports for fiber connectivity
- Supports IEEE 802.3ae 10 Gigabit Ethernet standard
- Uses hot-swappable XFP transceivers (sold separately)
- Designed for 3Com Switch 5500G-EI family
- Enables uplink or core aggregation at 10× Gigabit speeds
- Supports enterprise protocols including:
- VLAN (802.1Q)
- Link aggregation (802.3ad)
- QoS (802.1p)
- Provides migration path from Gigabit to 10 Gigabit backbone networks
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 3C17268
- Product Type: Switch expansion module
- Ports: 2 × XFP (10GBASE-X)
- Speed: 10 Gbps per port
- Media: Fiber optic (via XFP transceivers)
- Compatibility:
- 3Com 5500G-EI 24-port
- 3Com 5500G-EI 48-port
- PoE and SFP variants of 5500G-EI series
- Installation: Rear chassis expansion slot
- Use Case: Core switching, uplinks, data center aggregation
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