Description

The Cisco GLC‑TE is a Cisco‑branded Small Form‑Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver module designed to add copper Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to compatible Cisco networking platforms. Supporting 1000BASE‑T operation over standard Cat‑5 or better twisted‑pair copper cabling, this module enables flexible uplink and network access options without the need for dedicated switch ports. Its hot‑swappable SFP footprint makes it ideal for modular switches, routers, and aggregation devices where port flexibility and media conversion are required.

Built to Cisco’s quality standards, the GLC‑TE provides reliable 1 Gbps connectivity for enterprise, campus, and datacenter environments. It supports auto‑negotiation and is backward compatible with existing Ethernet infrastructure, allowing for seamless integration into mixed environments where fiber and copper media coexist. This transceiver simplifies deployments by offering familiar RJ‑45 connectivity in a compact SFP form factor, making it a versatile choice for uplinks, stacking interconnects, or linking network segments over existing copper cabling.

Key Features:

• 1000BASE‑T copper Gigabit Ethernet support over Cat‑5 or better cabling

• Standard SFP (small form‑factor pluggable) hot‑swappable module

• Compact design for flexible deployment in Cisco switches and routers

• Auto‑MDIX and auto‑negotiation support for simplified connectivity

• Provides reliable 1 Gbps performance in enterprise and datacenter networks

• Enables copper connectivity where fiber SFPs are not suitable