Cisco GLC-LH-SMD transceiver

Cisco GLC-LH-SMD 1000BASE-LX/LH SFP Transceiver | DOM Support

Upgrade and extend your network with the industry-leading reliability of the Cisco GLC-LH-SMD SFP Transceiver. This genuine Cisco module is engineered to provide a high-performance and versatile Gigabit Ethernet connection over fiber optic cabling, making it an essential component for building robust and scalable network infrastructures in enterprise, data center, and service provider environments. By converting electrical signals to optical signals, this transceiver allows you to bridge long distances that are impossible to cover with traditional copper cabling, ensuring seamless data flow and network integrity.

The Cisco GLC-LH-SMD is a hot-swappable, input/output device that plugs directly into a Gigabit Ethernet SFP port of a compatible Cisco switch or router. Its plug-and-play design minimizes network downtime during installation or replacement, allowing for effortless upgrades and maintenance. As a genuine Cisco product, it guarantees full compatibility and optimal performance with your existing Cisco hardware, eliminating the guesswork and potential interoperability issues associated with third-party alternatives.

Unlock Superior Network Performance and Flexibility

Investing in the GLC-LH-SMD transceiver provides significant operational advantages. Its primary benefit lies in its exceptional flexibility. Compliant with the IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-LX/LH standard, this single module supports both standard single-mode fiber (SMF) for long-reach applications up to 10 kilometers and all standard types of multimode fiber (MMF) for shorter links up to 550 meters. This dual-media capability allows network administrators to use a single, standardized transceiver across various parts of their campus or metropolitan area network, simplifying inventory management and deployment strategies.

Furthermore, the "D" in GLC-LH-SMD signifies its support for Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM), also known as Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM). This critical feature provides network administrators with real-time access to the device´s operating parameters, including optical output power, optical input power, temperature, laser bias current, and transceiver supply voltage. This diagnostic insight enables proactive network maintenance, rapid fault isolation, and enhanced troubleshooting, significantly improving overall network reliability and uptime.

Core Features
* Standard Compliance: Fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-LX/LH standard for Gigabit Ethernet.
* Dual-Fiber Compatibility: Operates on both standard single-mode fiber (SMF) and multimode fiber (MMF).
* Long-Reach Capability: Achieves link lengths of up to 10 km (6.2 miles) on SMF and 550 m on MMF.
* Hot-Swappable Design: Allows the module to be inserted or removed without shutting down the system, ensuring continuous network operation.
* Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM): Provides powerful real-time diagnostic capabilities for proactive network management.
* Genuine Cisco Quality: Ensures maximum reliability, performance, and seamless integration with Cisco networking equipment.
* Compact Form Factor: Industry-standard Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) design for high-density port configurations.

Specifications:

* Product Model: Cisco GLC-LH-SMD
* Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 1000 Mbit/s (1 Gbps)
* Interface Type: SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable)
* Fiber Optic Connector: Dual LC/PC Connector
* Wavelength: 1310 nm
* Cable Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) / Multimode Fiber (MMF)

Broad Compatibility:

The Cisco GLC-LH-SMD transceiver is designed to work across a vast portfolio of Cisco products. It is fully compatible with a wide range of Cisco switches, routers, and security appliances equipped with SFP ports. Compatible product families include, but are not limited to:

* Catalyst Express 500 and 520 Series
* Cisco ME 3400, ME 3600X, and ME 3800X Series
* Cisco 4900 Series
* Catalyst 6500 Series
* Catalyst 2960, 3560, 3750, and 3850 Series Switches
* Nexus Series Switches
* ASR Series Routers
* ASA Security Appliances

Choose the Cisco GLC-LH-SMD for a dependable, flexible, and high-performance solution to extend your Gigabit Ethernet network over fiber