The 3Com OfficeConnect Switch family provides high performance LAN connectivity for branch offices, small offices, and the home office. The MDI/MDIX button simplifies network expansion, while front panel diagnostic LEDs provide at-a-glance network status information. These switches feature autosensing technology, allowing users to migrate to higher speeds when needed and are available in a variety of port densities - from 5 to 16 ports. Easy to install, users can enjoy plug-and-play simplicity with no configuration needed.OfficeConnect Switches are a part of the 3Com OfficeConnect family which includes Cable/DSL gateways, wireless devices, Fast Ethernet switches, hubs, LAN modems and Network Interface Cards. The OfficeConnect family is an integrated system, allowing small businesses and branch offices to share computer resources, access the Internet, and take advantage of new technologies such as high-speed broadband Internet wireless LAN connectivity.