The 8516F is a managed Fast Ethernet (100FX) switch ideal for government organizations that need the physical security that fiber optic connectivity provides. The 8516F performs well in harsh environments with electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. The 8516F has an 1RU form factor, is rackmountable, comes with two expansion bays and supports DoS attack protection.
8516F/SC
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