3Com 3C1698A Management LinkBuilder FMS Module

The 3Com 3C1698A Management LinkBuilder FMS Module is a dedicated management module designed for 3Com LinkBuilder FMS hubs, enabling centralized, SNMP‑based monitoring and configuration of a hub stack. It is identified by the part numbers 1603-060-000 and 1603-000-000-7. This module slots into LinkBuilder FMS II devices to extend the hub’s capability for centralized administration, letting administrators view status and health data from a single management point across multiple linked hubs. Within the LinkBuilder FMS II family, the management module provides SNMP manageability for the stack, consolidating essential information such as port status and overall stack health. Typical applications include enterprise hub stacks where unified visibility and remote configuration simplify network management, especially in configurations that deploy multiple LinkBuilder FMS units in a single stack. The 3C1698A is part of 3Com’s LinkBuilder line of management accessories, designed to work with the FMS II architecture to enable cohesive, centralized management of connected hubs.