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Light grey metal box with 12 RJ45 ports and two front expansion slots

Nortel Networks

Nortel Networks 450-12T 12-port network switch

SKU CH-4QZ4-3JKV3 MPN 450-12T

A stackable 12-port Fast Ethernet switch with two GBIC expansion slots for uplinks or stacking, manageable and wall-mountable

  • FormatWall Mountable
  • Network Management TypeEthernet Switch
  • Uplink InterfaceGBIC Stacking Module
  • Primary Ports1 x Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
  • Primary Port Speed10/100Base-TX
  • Uplink SpeedGBIC Stacking Module
  • 12 Fast Ethernet ports for high-density wiring closet connectivity
  • Manageable switch with advanced traffic management for growing networks
  • Dual GBIC expansion slots enable flexible high-speed uplinks
  • Stackable design with fail-safe stacking for scalable deployments
  • Wall-mountable and rack-mountable form factor fits diverse installations

12-port Fast Ethernet switch

The Nortel BayStack 450-12T is a manageable stackable switch with twelve 10/100Base-TX ports and two expansion slots for GBIC or stacking modules. It supports wall-mountable or rack-mountable installation and runs on an internal power supply. The unit is sold new and targets enterprise wiring closets needing basic managed connectivity.

Managed access for growing LANs

This switch suits administrators who need a manageable Fast Ethernet core with optional Gigabit uplinks and fail-safe stacking for small to mid-size workgroups. It does not suit buyers who need native Gigabit ports on every interface, Power over Ethernet support, or Layer 3 routing features because the hardware provides only Fast Ethernet switching and Layer 2 management.

Two GBIC expansion slots for uplinks

The decisive specification is the presence of two expansion slots that accept GBIC transceivers or dedicated stacking modules for high-speed uplinks and resilient stacking. These slots determine whether the switch can connect to a Gigabit backbone or join a fail-safe stack, so verify that your uplink and stacking plan matches the GBIC form factor before purchase.

Highlights

  • 12 Fast Ethernet ports for high-density wiring closet connectivity
  • Manageable switch with advanced traffic management for growing networks
  • Dual GBIC expansion slots enable flexible high-speed uplinks
  • Stackable design with fail-safe stacking for scalable deployments
  • Wall-mountable and rack-mountable form factor fits diverse installations

Specifications

BrandNortel
Series450
FormatWall Mountable
Network Management TypeEthernet Switch
Uplink InterfaceGBIC Stacking Module
Primary Ports1 x Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Primary Port Speed10/100Base-TX
Uplink SpeedGBIC Stacking Module
Model450-12T

Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions I need to clear for wall or rack mounting?

The unit measures 2.8 inches high, 17.6 inches wide and 15 inches deep, so allow that clearance plus cable bend radius.

Which uplink modules does the 450-12T accept, and how do they lock in?

It takes two GBIC or stacking modules that slide into the front expansion slots and secure with thumbscrews; the common mistake is not seating the module fully before tightening.

What components will need replacement after extended use?

The internal power supply and cooling fan are the only field-replaceable parts; both are accessed by removing the top cover.

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