StarTech.com 10-Pack Cisco GLC-SX-MM 1Gbps Multi-Mode LC SFP Transceiver GLCSXMM10PST
The StarTech.com 10PK Cisco GLC-SX-MM SFP Transceiver pack provides ten 1 Gbps multi-mode fiber modules, engineered for dependable connectivity over distances up to 550 meters in Cisco networks.
- 1Gbps Fiber Connectivity: Delivers high-speed data transfer, eliminating network bottlenecks for critical business applications.
- Multi-Mode LC SFP: Ensures reliable fiber optic links over distances up to 550 meters, extending network reach within facilities.
- Cisco Compatibility: Designed, programmed, and tested to integrate seamlessly with Cisco switches and routers, simplifying deployment.
- Hot-Swap Capability: Allows for module replacement without network downtime, maintaining continuous operations and reducing service interruptions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com 10PK Cisco GLC-SX-MM SFP Transceiver pack delivers ten 1 Gbps multi-mode fiber modules, engineered for dependable connectivity over distances up to 550 meters (1804 ft) using an 850 nm wavelength. These SFP transceivers feature an LC connector and adhere to the 1000BASE-SX standard, ensuring compatibility and high-speed data transfer.
Each module is hot-swappable, allowing for maintenance without disrupting network operations, and boasts an impressive Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 3,381,761 hours for long-term reliability. Designed for seamless integration with Cisco® brand switches and routers, this pack provides a cost-effective solution for expanding or upgrading fiber optic networks.
- Core Functionality: Provides ten 1 Gbps multi-mode fiber SFP transceivers, enabling high-speed data links for demanding business applications.
- Extended Reach: Supports maximum transfer distances of 550 meters, connecting network segments across large offices or campus environments.
- Cisco Integration: Engineered for full compatibility with Cisco switches and routers, ensuring frictionless deployment and stable network performance.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Allows for module installation or replacement without powering down the network, minimizing operational disruption.
- Operational Value: Features a robust MTBF of 3,381,761 hours and a lifetime warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and reduced total cost of ownership.
This 10-pack of SFP transceivers is an ideal choice for organizations seeking to establish or upgrade reliable, high-performance fiber optic network connections within their existing Cisco infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Extending Network Reach
Organizations often need to connect network segments across different floors or buildings where copper cabling reaches its distance limits. This SFP transceiver enables reliable 1Gbps fiber optic links over distances up to 550 meters.
Campus networks, multi-floor office buildings, industrial facilities, distributed branch networks
Upgrading Network Backbone
As data demands grow, businesses need to upgrade their network backbone to support higher throughput and reduce latency. These 1Gbps SFP modules provide a cost-effective solution for enhancing existing Cisco infrastructure with fiber optic speed.
Data center operators, enterprise infrastructure teams, growing mid-market companies, network operations centers
Ensuring Network Redundancy
Maintaining continuous network operation is critical for business continuity, requiring redundant links to prevent single points of failure. Hot-swappable SFP transceivers facilitate quick module replacement without service interruption, supporting high-availability designs.
Mission-critical environments, financial trading floors, healthcare systems, manufacturing plants
Key Features
Maximum data transfer rate of 1250 Mbit/s
Ensures high-speed network performance, preventing bottlenecks for bandwidth-intensive applications and large file transfers.
Multi-mode fiber (MMF) supported with LC connector
Provides flexible and reliable fiber optic connectivity over distances up to 550 meters, suitable for intra-building or campus links.
Engineered for Cisco® brand switches and routers
Guarantees seamless compatibility and stable operation within existing Cisco network infrastructures, simplifying deployment and management.
Hot-swap capability
Allows for module replacement without powering down the network, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.
Mean time between failures (MTBF) of 3,381,761 hours
Delivers exceptional long-term reliability and operational stability, reducing the need for frequent maintenance and associated costs.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Essential for connecting network devices across large factory floors and warehouses, ensuring high-speed data for automation systems and logistics operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Provides reliable, high-bandwidth connections for medical imaging systems and electronic health record (EHR) servers, supporting critical data transfer within clinics and hospitals.
Finance & Insurance
Crucial for establishing secure and fast data links within financial data centers or between trading desks and back-office systems, supporting high-volume transactions.
Education & Research
Deployed in campus network backbones to support high-speed internet access and robust data transfer for research labs and e-learning platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber cable is compatible with these SFP transceivers?
These SFP transceivers are designed for multi-mode fiber (MMF) optic cables, specifically supporting 50/125 µm or 62.5/125 µm fiber with LC connectors for optimal performance.
Can these transceivers be used with non-Cisco switches?
While engineered and tested for Cisco® brand switches and routers to ensure optimal compatibility, these modules may function with other brands that support 1000BASE-SX SFP transceivers, though full feature compatibility is not guaranteed.
What is the maximum distance these SFP modules can support?
Each SFP module supports a maximum transfer distance of 550 meters (1804 feet) over multi-mode fiber, making them suitable for connecting network segments within large facilities or campus environments.
Is any special configuration required to use these SFP transceivers?
These modules are designed for plug-and-play operation within compatible Cisco switches and routers, typically requiring no complex configuration beyond standard port setup.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.