Bay Networks AL2001E05 Baystack 304 Ethernet Switch 10/100 Mbps

Bay Networks AL2001E05 Baystack 304 Ethernet Switch 10/100 Mbps

The Bay Networks Baystack 304 is a compact, managed 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch designed for small-to-medium network environments. This desktop unit provides cost-effective network connectivity with intelligent switching and management capabilities typical of professional Bay Networks infrastructure equipment from the late 1990s era.

Specifications & What's Included

• Model: Baystack 304
• MPN: AL2001E05
• Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Ports: 8 x RJ-45 Ethernet
• Port Speed: 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating
• Management: SNMP managed
• Power Input: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz
• Form Factor: Desktop mount
• Connector Type: RJ-45
• Manufacturer: Bay Networks (acquired by Nortel, 2000)

Applications

The Baystack 304 was widely deployed in corporate networks, small office/branch office (SOBO) environments, and departmental LAN segments during the late 1990s and early 2000s. This managed switch provided VLAN support, port-based management, and basic QoS functionality — features standard for enterprise-class networking at that time. The unit remains useful in legacy network maintenance, lab environments, educational settings, and nostalgia-focused computing projects. Bay Networks switches were known for reliability and compatibility with standard Ethernet infrastructure, making them a practical choice for upgrading or expanding vintage network installations that require authentic period-correct equipment.