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3Com OfficeConnect Hubs

Key Benefits

Easy to Install and Use

Free Telephone Support

Enjoy plug-and-play simplicity.

Simple Troubleshooting

Get at-a-glance network status information from front-panel diagnostic LEDs.

Compact Design

3Com offers telephone assistance during the first 90 days, including installation help and general troubleshooting.
Engineered for Small-Business Needs

Save valuable small-office space with compact, ergonomic, and clippable design.
Lifetime Limited Warranty

The OfficeConnect family is the first solution designed specifically for small-office operationsoften imitated but never equaled by other network vendors.

Ensures peace of mind when purchasing 3Com OfficeConnect products.

OfficeConnect products provide connectivity for every small office need

Specifically designed for small businesses and offices, 3Com OfficeConnect switches and hubs provide businesses with an integrated system of small-office networking. By installing a LAN, users can work more effectively with file and print sharing and reduce costs by sharing expensive resources as printers. OfficeConnect products provide connectivity for every business need. For the value-conscious user, standard Ethernet hubs are ideal, while Fast Ethernet switches and hubs provide additional speed for high-volume traffic. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Ethernet switches and hubs feature autosensing technology, allowing users to migrate to higher speeds when needed. They are available in a variety of port densities from 4 to 16 ports.

OfficeConnect Switches and Hubs are a core part of the OfficeConnect family. The 3Com OfficeConnect family offers the most flexible, expandable, and integrated networking solutions for small businesses. OfficeConnect products include:
LAN Connectivity

Network interface cards Switches and hubs Networking kits HP JetDirect print servers
Remote Access and Internet Connectivity

LAN modems Internet firewalls

Network Server Family

Network storage servers 3Com Internet server

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OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hubs

The OfficeConnect family of dual speed hubs provides full 100 Mbps performance and is designed for small businesses that want more performance from their network. This family of hubs delivers quick exchange of data between PCs and swift downloading from the network. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hubs feature 10/100 autosensing technology and provide the flexibility to connect devices at either speedautomatically assigning power where possible and offering a smooth transition from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps. Each hub features plug-and-play installation, requires no configuration, has an easy-to-read, front-panel display with diagnostic LEDs. All hubs are backed by 3Coms lifetime limited warranty and 90-day telephone support.
Telephone support and lifetime limited warranty FCC Class B

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 16

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hubs OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 5 (3C16755) A low density affordable hub. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 (3C16753) A popular hub combining Fast Ethernet performance with the flexibility to expand an existing Ethernet network to Fast Ethernet. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 16 (3C16754) Ideal for Fast Ethernet connectivity with the flexibility to expand an existing Ethernet network to Fast Ethernet.

10/100 autosensing ports 5

LED indicators Power, Port Status, Collision Power, Port status, Collision

MAC addresses supported 1,024

MDI/MDIX port

External power supply 11 W

1,024

11 W

16

Power, Network utilization, Port status, Collision

1,024

11 W

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hubs

The OfficeConnect family of Ethernet hubs is specifically designed for small businesses with basic networking requirements, such as file or peripheral sharing, or for those who simply want to add additional users to a 10BASE-T network. OfficeConnect hubs offer compatibility with legacy coax networks and provide connections for 4, 8, or 16 users or networked devices.
Telephone support and External lifetime limpower ited warranty FCC Class B supply 11 W

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8

10BASE-T RJ-45 OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4 (3C16704A) A low-cost, entry-level hub, providing basic Ethernet connectivity. OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4C (3C16703A) Ideal for entry-level networks requiring alternative media connectivity. OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8 (3C16700A) A popular entry-level hub providing basic Ethernet connectivity. OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8C (3C16701A) Ideal hub for businesses wanting to expand their existing coaxial network. OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 16C (3C16702A) Provides expanded network capacity and connectivity to legacy coaxial networks. 4

10BASE-T coax

10BASE-T AUI

LED indicators

Network utilization (LED)

MDI-MDIX port

11 W

11 W

11 W

16

11 W

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OfficeConnect Hubs Features

10/100 autosensing ports

Allows users to connect at either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps to the hub. The hub will operate at the highest speed possible, optimizing network performance and user flexibility. One-piece clipping system lets users connect up to four units in a stack. Provides more flexibility and reduces power requirements in the product, eliminating the need for a noisy fan. Indicates that a product is certified for use in domestic as well as office environments (more stringent classification than Class A).

Compact and clippable design External power supply FCC Class B

Fully compatible with OfficeConnect units support Novell NetWare, Microsoft leading operating systems Windows 95, 98, 2000, Windows NT, and other leading software systems, giving the widest range of backward compatibility with existing office software. Lifetime limited warranty and telephone support MDI/MDIX push button switch Network utilization meter (available on most OfficeConnect hubs) Provides complete piece of mind. Enables direct connection to a server, end station, or another switch or hub, using regular straight-through cables. Indicates how much of the network bandwidth is in use. These LEDs are continually updated to show when the network needs more bandwidth.

Specifications

OfficeConnect hubs come with a user guide, power adapter, one-piece clipping system, and rubber feet.
OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4 (10BASE-T Hub) 3C16704A Connectors:

Dimensions:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 41.8 mm (1.6 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) Weight: 500 g (1.1 lb)
Power: 10.3 VA Functional:

FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8C (10BASE-T Hub) 3C16701A Connectors:

4 RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T twisted pair

Dimensions:

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3

EMC:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 41.8 mm (1.6 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) Weight: 500 g (1.1 lb)
Power: 2.33 VA Functional:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

8 RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T twisted pair; one BNC port for 10BASE2 thin Ethernet (50 ohm)
Dimensions:

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3

EMC:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8 (10BASE-T Hub) 3C16700A Connectors:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 41.8 mm (1.6 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) + 15.2 mm (0.6 in) for coaxial port Weight: 550 g (1.2 lb)
Power: 5.53 VA Functional:

8 RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T twisted pair

Dimensions:

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3;

EMC:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4C (10BASE-T Hub) 3C16703A Connectors:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 41.8 mm (1.6 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) Weight: 500 g (1.1 lb)
Power: 3.13 VA Functional:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

4 RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T twisted pair; one BNC port for 10BASE2 thin Ethernet (50 ohm); one AUI

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3;

EMC:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3;

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Specifications, continued

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 16C (10BASE-T hub) 3C16702A Connectors:

Functional:

ISO 8802/3, IEEE 802.3

EMC:

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 16 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) 3C16754 Connectors:

16 RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T twisted pair; one BNC port for 10BASE2 thin Ethernet (50 ohm)
Dimensions:

EN 55022 Class B, EN 50082-1, FCC Part 15 Class B, KES 003 Class B, VCCI Class B, CNS 13438 Class A
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC68) Safety:

16 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

Dimensions:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 60.6 mm (2.4 in) Depth: 185.4 mm (7.3 in) Weight: 960 g (2.1 lb)
Power: 6.73 VA Functional:

UL 1950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Hub) 3C16753 Connectors:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 60.6 mm (2.4 in) Depth: 185.4 mm (7.3 in) Weight: 945 g (2.08 lb)
Power: 8 VA Functional:

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3

EMC:

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3

EMC:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

8 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

Dimensions:

Width: 228 mm (1.6 in) Height: 41.8 mm (2.4 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) Weight: 552 g (1.2 lb)
Power: 3 VA Functional:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 5 (10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Hub) 3C16755 Connectors:

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

ISO 8802/3; IEEE 802.3

EMC:

5 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

Dimensions:

EN 55022 Class B; EN 55024; EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3; FCC Part 15 Class B; ICES-003 Class B; VCCI Class B; AS/NZS 3548 Class B
Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) Safety:

Width: 228 mm (9.1 in) Height: 41.8 mm (1.6 in) Depth: 135.4 mm (5.3 in) Weight: 484 g (1.05 lb)
Power: 3 VA

UL 1950; EN 60950; CSA 22.2 #950, IEC 60950

Ordering Information

OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 5 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 8 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Hub 16

3C16755 3C16753 3C16754

OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4 OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 4C OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8 OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 8C OfficeConnect Ethernet Hub 16C

3C16704A 3C16703A 3C16700A 3C16701A 3C16702A

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