GLC-T Cisco 1000BASE-T RJ-45 SFP

Cisco GLC-T - Overview

The GLC-T is one of Cisco’s most widely used copper SFP modules, designed for short-range Gigabit Ethernet connections over twisted-pair copper cabling. It’s hot-swappable and compatible with a broad range of Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and MDS platforms.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Form Factor: SFP (hot-swappable)
• Standard: IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T compliant
• Connector: RJ45 copper interface
• Cable Type: Category 5, 5e, or 6 UTP cabling
• Reach: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
• Data Rate: 1 Gbps full-duplex
• Compatibility: Supported across Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and MDS switches/routers
• Hot-Swappable: Yes, without disrupting system operation

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise LANs needing copper Gigabit uplinks
• Campus networks where fiber isn’t required or available
• Data centers for short-range server or switch connections
• Mixed environments where both fiber and copper SFPs are deployed