Replacement for 3C17708-ME: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the 3C17708-ME (3C17708-ME - 3Com Switch 4050 Ethernet Switch 12 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN, 6 x 1000Base-SX LAN 6 x GBIC, 1 x Expansion Slot(s) Ethernet Switch)? Pro Disk Network ships drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the 3C17708-ME
| SKU | 3C17708-ME |
|---|---|
| Product | 3C17708-ME - 3Com Switch 4050 Ethernet Switch 12 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN, 6 x 1000Base-SX LAN 6 x GBIC, 1 x Expansion Slot(s) Ethernet Switch |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 3C17708-ME › |
Drop-in replacements for 3C17708-ME
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
DGS-1248T - D-Link Web Smart 48-Port + 4 Combo SFP Layer 2 Ethernet Switch 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Ethernet Switch
SKU: DGS-1248T
Price: $395.34
A2H124-24FX - Enterasys SecureStack Ethernet Switch 24 x 100Base-FX 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 2 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Ethernet Switch
SKU: A2H124-24FX
Price: $8,594.53
DGS-1224T - D-Link Web-Smart Layer 2 Switch 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 2 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Ethernet Switch
SKU: DGS-1224T
Price: $417.54
B3G124-48 - Enterasys Networks Secure Stack B3G124-48 Ethernet Switch 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Layer 3 Switch
SKU: B3G124-48
Price: $480.21
B3G124-48-G - Enterasys Networks Secure Stack B3G124-48 Ethernet Switch 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Layer 3 Switch
SKU: B3G124-48-G
Price: $480.21
FES12GCF - Foundry Edge 12GCF 12-Port Switch 12 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN 12 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Ethernet Switch
SKU: FES12GCF
Price: $619.67
GSM712F - Netgear Ethernet Switch 4 x 10/100/1000Base-T 8 x 1000Base-SX 4 x GBIC Ethernet Switch
SKU: GSM712F
Price: $1,027.42
B3G124-24-G - Enterasys Securestack B3 Stackable Ethernet Switch 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN Stackable Ethernet Switch
SKU: B3G124-24-G
Price: $291.79
B3G124-24P-G - Enterasys Secure Stack 24-Port Ethernet Switch with PoE 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN Ethernet Switch
SKU: B3G124-24P-G
Price: $291.79
B3G124-24 - Enterasys Securestack B3 Stackable Ethernet Switch 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN Stackable Ethernet Switch
SKU: B3G124-24
Price: $291.79
B3G124-24P - Enterasys Secure Stack 24-Port Ethernet Switch with PoE 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN Ethernet Switch
SKU: B3G124-24P
Price: $291.79
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.