3Com OfficeConnect 9-Port Ethernet Hub (3C16701)

The OfficeConnect series is a group of hubs that have been optimized and designed for small Ethernet workgroups. ??The OfficeConnect hub 8/TPC is an entry level model that includes enhanced diagnostics over its counterpart (8/TPO) for those who want simple yet powerful networking. It has eight, 10Base-T RJ-45 twisted-pair ports and also has a BNC 10Base2 Coaxial port to allow connection to other units, up to 30 hubs can be daisy-chained in this manner on a single segment. This allows for easy network expansion at a later date. There is also the standard MDI/MDIX switch to allow connection of either a workstation or another Ethernet hub for up to a maximum of 4 hubs in series. Cascading the hubs in this way will require the use of one of the RJ-45 ports, but allows for expansion and the addition of network functions such as print and fax services. The hubs in the OfficeConnect line are able to physically lock using the 'clippable' feature, which allow you to stack the hubs 4 high wi...