Name: 3CR17171-91 3Com 24-Port 10/100 PoE Layer 3 Switch with 4 SFP
Brand: 3Com
SKU: 3CR17171-91
Price: 365.20 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The 3Com 3CR17171-91 is a Layer 3 switch offering 24 10/100 Mbps PoE ports and 4 SFP slots, providing integrated switching and routing capabilities with fiber uplink support for versatile enterprise network configurations.

General Information
Brand	3Com
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch, PoE Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10/100Base-T, SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100Base-T
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	PoE
VLAN Support	Yes
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web (HTTP/HTTPS),SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,ACL,Port Security,MAC Address Filtering
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The 3Com 3CR17171-91 is a Layer 3 switch that integrates 24 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality. It includes 4 Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) slots to support fiber connections, enabling flexible network expansion and uplink options. This switch is typically deployed in mid-sized enterprise or branch office environments requiring both switching and basic routing capabilities with PoE support for connected devices like IP phones and access points. Key Features 24 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports with PoE support 4 SFP slots for fiber optic uplinks Layer 3 functionality for routing between VLANs and subnets Supports advanced network management and security features Designed to handle converged data and voice traffic By combining Layer 3 routing with PoE-enabled Ethernet ports and flexible fiber connectivity, the 3CR17171-91 switch fulfills essential networking roles within enterprise infrastructure. It facilitates centralized control of traffic flows and powers endpoint devices from a single unit.

Use Cases
This switch is well suited for mid-sized enterprise networks, branch offices, and campus environments where Layer 3 routing, PoE support, and flexible uplink options are required. It serves network administrators managing converged voice and data traffic with centralized control. How It's Used: Connecting IP phones, wireless access points, and other PoE devices in office environments Aggregating 10/100 Mbps Ethernet endpoints with fiber uplinks to core switches Providing Layer 3 routing for inter-VLAN communication in segmented networks Supporting network expansion in branch or remote sites with fiber connectivity Managing converged voice and data traffic in enterprise networks The 3CR17171-91 supports essential network functions by combining PoE, Layer 3 routing, and SFP uplink flexibility, enabling operational efficiency and simplified infrastructure management in complex network deployments.

FAQ's
What types of ports are included on the 3CR17171-91? This switch includes 24 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet support, plus 4 SFP slots for fiber optic uplink connections. What does Layer 3 switching mean on this device? Layer 3 switching enables the 3CR17171-91 to perform routing functions between different VLANs or IP subnets, allowing for efficient traffic management within a network. Can the 3CR17171-91 power devices directly? Yes, the switch provides Power over Ethernet (PoE) on its 24 Ethernet ports, which can supply power to compatible devices like IP phones and wireless access points. What is the purpose of the 4 SFP slots? The 4 SFP slots allow for fiber optic connections to uplink the switch to other network devices or switches, providing flexibility for longer distance or higher quality links. Is this switch suitable for enterprise network routing? Yes, with its Layer 3 functionality, the switch supports routing between VLANs, making it appropriate for mid-sized enterprise or branch network deployments requiring integrated switching and routing. Does the 3CR17171-91 support Gigabit Ethernet? The switch provides 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports but does not include native Gigabit Ethernet ports; however, Gigabit speeds can be achieved through compatible SFP modules in the fiber slots.