VINTAGE INTEL InBusiness 8-Port Hub 10 Mbps 1999 Open Box Unused As Is
This Intel InBusiness 8-port hub (model SH10T8US) was released in 1999 and is designed for use with 10 Mbps Ethernet networks. While the box has been opened, the unit itself appears brand new and unused. The original packaging shows noticeable shelf wear, some spotting/staining from long-term storage, and a musty odor. There is alsodust and some soil residue present inside the box, consistent with long-term storage. The unit is untested, so it is being sold as is based on both age and cosmetic condition.
According to Intel press materials from the late 1990s, similar InBusiness hubs originally retailed between$109 and $445, depending on the model’s features. This pricing reflects the high-quality build and functionality these devices offered to small businesses at the time—making it a solid find for collectors, vintage tech enthusiasts, or hobbyists restoring retro networks.
Item details:
Brand: INTEL
Model: SH10T8US
Product line: InBusiness Series
Network type: 10Base-T (10 Mbps)
Ports: 8 RJ-45 ports
Condition: Open box / unused (untested)
UPC: 735858114622
Year: 1999
Includes: Hub, power adapter, cable keeper, cable ring, installation poster, network basics guide
Packaging condition: Shelf wear, spotting, musty odor, and light soil/dust inside box
🔎 Please note: Theouter box has shelf wear, spotting/staining from storage, and amusty odorfrom long-term storage. The hub itself looks untouched.
This is a great find for collectors of vintage computing hardware, retro networking setups, or tech preservationists.
This item is untested and is being sold as is. It appears unused and complete, but due to its age, storage conditions, and open-box status, functionality cannot be guaranteed.
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