StarTech.com 10PK Cisco GLC-LH-SMD 1GbE SM MM LC SFP Transceiver 10km GLCLHSMD10ST
The StarTech.com 10-pack of Cisco GLC-LH-SMD compatible SFP transceivers delivers dependable 1 GbE fiber connectivity over distances up to 10 km, ensuring robust network expansion for enterprise environments.
- 1GbE Fiber Connectivity: Provides 1000 Mbps data transfer, enabling high-speed network links essential for data-intensive business operations.
- Cisco Compatibility: Designed, programmed, and tested to integrate seamlessly with Cisco switches and routers, ensuring reliable performance and reducing deployment complexities.
- Extended Reach: Supports network connections up to 10 km (6.2 miles) over single-mode or multi-mode fiber, ideal for connecting distant network segments or buildings.
- Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM): Enables real-time monitoring of transceiver parameters, allowing IT teams to proactively identify and resolve potential network issues.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com GLCLHSMD10ST is a 10-pack of Cisco GLC-LH-SMD compatible SFP transceiver modules, engineered to deliver reliable 1 GbE (1000 Mbps) connectivity. These modules support both single-mode and multi-mode fiber, utilizing LC connectors to achieve a maximum transfer distance of 10 km (6.2 miles) at a 1310 nm wavelength.
Built to IEEE 802.3z networking standards, these transceivers feature Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) for proactive network health checks and hot-swap capability to minimize downtime during maintenance. Their robust design ensures consistent performance in critical business environments, backed by a lifetime warranty for long-term operational assurance.
- High-Speed 1GbE Performance: Delivers 1000 Mbps data rates, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and ensuring smooth data flow across the network.
- Cisco Ecosystem Integration: Fully compatible with Cisco switches and routers, guaranteeing reliable interoperability and simplifying network upgrades or expansions.
- Flexible Fiber Support: Operates over both single-mode and multi-mode fiber with LC connectors, providing versatility for various network cabling infrastructures.
- Proactive Network Monitoring: Features Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM), allowing IT staff to monitor critical SFP parameters for early detection of potential issues.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Enables module replacement without powering down network equipment, ensuring continuous network availability and reducing service interruptions.
This SFP transceiver 10-pack is an essential component for businesses seeking to expand their fiber network infrastructure with proven reliability and Cisco compatibility.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Extend Campus Network Fiber Links
Organizations with multiple buildings or a sprawling campus need to connect their network segments with high-speed, reliable fiber optic links. This 10-pack of SFP transceivers enables IT teams to establish 1GbE fiber connections up to 10 km, ensuring consistent data flow between distant network nodes.
Campus networks, multi-site enterprises, educational institutions, government agencies
Upgrade Existing Cisco Infrastructure
Businesses often seek to upgrade or expand their existing Cisco network infrastructure to support increased bandwidth demands without replacing core hardware. These Cisco GLC-LH-SMD compatible modules provide a direct, tested solution for adding 1GbE fiber ports to compatible Cisco switches and routers, extending the life and capability of current investments.
SMBs with Cisco networks, mid-market IT departments, data center operators, infrastructure teams
Enhance Network Monitoring & Uptime
Proactive network management is crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity in any operational environment. With Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) and hot-swap capability, these SFP modules allow IT staff to monitor transceiver health in real-time and perform maintenance without service interruption, improving overall network resilience.
Network operations centers, IT operations teams, facilities management, enterprise infrastructure teams
Key Features
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) Data Transfer Rate
Enables high-speed network communication, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and ensuring rapid data exchange across the network.
Cisco GLC-LH-SMD Compatibility
Guarantees seamless integration and reliable performance with existing Cisco switches and routers, simplifying deployment and reducing compatibility concerns.
10 km (6.2 mi) Maximum Transfer Distance
Extends network reach significantly, allowing for fiber optic connections between distant buildings or across large campus environments.
Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM)
Provides real-time insights into transceiver performance and health, enabling proactive troubleshooting and minimizing potential network disruptions.
Hot-Swap Capability
Allows for module replacement without powering down network equipment, ensuring continuous network operation and reducing maintenance-related downtime.
Industry Applications
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Ensures high-speed data transfer for medical imaging and patient records systems across campus networks, maintaining critical operational uptime.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Provides reliable fiber connectivity for linking production facilities and warehouse management systems, supporting real-time data exchange in OT/IT environments.
Education & Research
Connects campus buildings and research labs with high-bandwidth fiber links, supporting large data transfers and collaborative learning environments.
Finance & Insurance
Establishes secure and high-speed network backbones for data centers and branch offices, crucial for transactional integrity and regulatory compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of fiber optic cables are compatible with this SFP module?
This SFP module is compatible with both single-mode (SMF) and multi-mode (MMF) fiber optic cables, utilizing an LC connector type. This versatility allows for deployment in various existing fiber infrastructures.
Can these SFP modules be used in non-Cisco brand switches?
While designed and tested for Cisco compatibility, these modules may function in other brand switches that support generic 1000BASE-LX/LH SFP transceivers. However, full functionality and DDM support are guaranteed with Cisco hardware.
What is the wavelength of the optical signal used by these transceivers?
These SFP transceivers operate at a wavelength of 1310 nm, which is standard for 1000BASE-LX/LH applications, ensuring compatibility with common fiber optic equipment.
Does this product come with individual SFP modules or a single unit?
This product is a 10-pack, meaning it includes ten individual SFP transceiver modules, providing a convenient quantity for larger deployments or stocking spares.
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.