Terms of service
3COM USA INC Website
Last Modified: 07/28/2026
1.Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) are entered into between you and 3COM USA INC, a California corporation (“Company,” “we,” or “us”). These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, govern your access to and use of www.3comusa.com and related digital services (the “Website”).
Please read these Terms carefully before using the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, found at www.3comusa.com/privacy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.
If you are entering into these Terms on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization. The Website is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older and reside in the United States. By using the Website, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements.
2. Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time by posting changes on the Website. Changes are effective immediately when posted. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. You should check this page periodically for updates.
3. Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use. We may disable any account at any time if, in our opinion, you have violated these Terms.
4. Intellectual Property
The Website and its contents, features, and functionality are owned by the Company, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. No right, title, or interest in the Website is transferred to you, and all rights not expressly granted are reserved.
These Terms permit you to use the Website for personal, non-commercial use only. You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, republish, download, store, or transmit any Website materials except as follows:
(a) You may temporarily store copies in RAM incidental to viewing; (b) you may store files automatically cached by your browser; (c) you may print or download a reasonable number of pages for personal, non-commercial use; and (d) if we provide downloadable applications, you may download a single copy for personal use.
You must not modify copies of materials, delete copyright or proprietary notices, or access any part of the Website for commercial purposes without our written consent.
5. Prohibited Uses
You may use the Website only for lawful purposes. You agree not to use the Website:
(a) In violation of any applicable law or regulation; (b) to exploit, harm, or attempt to harm minors; (c) to transmit any advertising, spam, or promotional material without consent; (d) to impersonate any person or entity; (e) to interfere with others’ use of the Website; or (f) to engage in any conduct that may harm the Company or Website users.
Additionally, you must not: (a) use any automated device or process to access the Website; (b) use any device or software that interferes with the Website’s operation; (c) introduce viruses or other harmful material; (d) attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Website or connected systems; or (e) attack the Website via denial-of-service or similar attacks.
6. User Content
The Website may allow you to post content or materials (“User Content”). Any User Content you post will be considered non-confidential. By posting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, display, distribute, and disclose such material for any purpose.
You represent that you own or control all rights in your User Content and that it complies with these Terms. You are responsible for your User Content, including its legality, accuracy, and appropriateness. We are not responsible for User Content posted by you or other users.
7. Monitoring and Enforcement
We have the right to: (a) remove or refuse to post any User Content; (b) take any action regarding User Content that we deem necessary; (c) disclose your identity to third parties who claim their rights are violated; (d) take legal action for illegal or unauthorized use; and (e) terminate or suspend your access for any violation of these Terms.
We have the right to cooperate fully with law enforcement. YOU WAIVE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE COMPANY FROM ANY CLAIMS RESULTING FROM ANY ACTION TAKEN DURING OR AS A CONSEQUENCE OF INVESTIGATIONS BY THE COMPANY OR LAW ENFORCEMENT. We do not undertake to review all material before posting and assume no liability for any user or third-party content.
8. Content Standards
User Content must comply with all applicable laws. User Content must not: (a) be defamatory, obscene, abusive, harassing, or hateful; (b) promote discrimination or violence; (c) infringe intellectual property or other rights; (d) violate privacy rights or give rise to liability; (e) deceive any person; (f) promote illegal activity; (g) impersonate any person; or (h) involve unauthorized commercial activities.
9. Reliance on Information
Information on the Website is for general information purposes only. We do not warrant its accuracy, completeness, or usefulness. Any reliance on such information is at your own risk. We disclaim all liability arising from reliance on Website materials.
The Website may include third-party content. All statements and opinions in such materials are solely the responsibility of the provider. We are not responsible for third-party content.
10. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party sites and resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over such sites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss arising from your use of them. You access third-party sites at your own risk.
11. Privacy
All information we collect on this Website is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you consent to all actions taken by us with respect to your information in compliance with our Privacy Policy.
12. Service Changes
We may update, modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website at any time without notice. We will not be liable if all or any part of the Website is unavailable at any time. We may restrict access to some or all of the Website to users, including registered users.
13. Geographic Restrictions
The Company is based in California, United States. We provide this Website for use only by persons located in the United States. We make no claims that the Website is accessible or appropriate outside of the United States. If you access the Website from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
14. Disclaimer of Warranties
YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
NEITHER THE COMPANY NOR ANY PERSON ASSOCIATED WITH THE COMPANY MAKES ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPLETENESS, SECURITY, RELIABILITY, QUALITY, ACCURACY, OR AVAILABILITY OF THE WEBSITE. THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
WE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY VIRUSES OR OTHER TECHNOLOGICALLY HARMFUL MATERIAL THAT MAY INFECT YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT DUE TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE.
THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT ANY WARRANTIES THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
15. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COMPANY, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OFFICERS, OR DIRECTORS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE, INCLUDING ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, OR LOSS OF DATA.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO ANY PARTY WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF $100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS FOR THE SERVICE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.
The limitation of liability set out above does not apply to liability resulting from our gross negligence or willful misconduct, or to any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.
THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS DO NOT AFFECT ANY RIGHTS THAT CANNOT BE WAIVED OR LIMITED UNDER CALIFORNIA LAW, INCLUDING RIGHTS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA CONSUMER PRIVACY ACT.
16. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, and successors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website, including your User Content and any use of Website content other than as expressly authorized in these Terms.
17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
All matters relating to the Website and these Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and the United States of America, without giving effect to any conflict of law provisions.
Any legal action arising out of these Terms or the Website shall be instituted exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California. You waive any objections to such jurisdiction and venue.
18. Arbitration
At Company’s sole discretion, we may require you to submit any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Website to final and binding arbitration under the Rules of Arbitration of JAMS applying California law. You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to 3COM USA INC, Attn: Legal Department, 2200 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95054, within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.
CLASS ACTION WAIVER: YOU AND THE COMPANY EACH WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. Claims may only be brought on an individual basis.
19. Limitation on Time to File Claims
ANY CAUSE OF ACTION OR CLAIM YOU MAY HAVE ARISING OUT OF THESE TERMS OR THE WEBSITE MUST BE COMMENCED WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES; OTHERWISE, SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION IS PERMANENTLY BARRED. THIS PROVISION DOES NOT SHORTEN ANY LONGER STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA LAW WHICH MAY BE UP TO TWO (2) YEARS FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS.
17. Waiver and Severability
No waiver by the Company of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other term. Any failure of the Company to assert a right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
18. Consent to Electronic Contact; User Communications
When you send e-mails, text messages, and other communications from your desktop or mobile device to us, you may be communicating with us electronically. You consent to receive communications from us electronically, such as e-mails, texts, mobile push notices, or notices and messages on this site or through the Services. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that we provide to you electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
19. Entire Agreement
These Terms and our Privacy Policy constitute the sole and entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties regarding the Website.
20. Contact Information
This website is operated by 3COM USA INC, 2200 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95054.
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at: privacy@3comusa.com
For privacy inquiries, please contact us at: privacy@3comusa.com
For general support, please contact us at: support@3comusa.com
21. California Consumer Notice
Under California Civil Code Section 1789.3, California users are entitled to the following notice: The provider of services is 3COM USA INC, located at 2200 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95054. To file a complaint, contact the Complaint Assistance Unit of the Division of Consumer Services of the California Department of Consumer Affairs at 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N 112, Sacramento, CA 95834, or by telephone at (800) 952-5210
