1000BASE-ZX Standard
Designed for Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over single-mode fiber using the 1000BASE-ZX standard.
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| Brand | Cisco |
| Model Number | GLC-ZX-SMD |
| Product Category | Optical Transceiver |
| Form Factor | SFP (Mini-GBIC) |
| Data Rate | 1 Gbps (1000BASE-ZX) |
| Fiber Type | Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) |
| Wavelength | 1550 nm |
| Maximum Distance | Up to 70 km (link-dependent) |
| Connector Type | Dual LC/PC |
| Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) | Supported |
| Operating Temperature | Extended temperature range |
| Wavelength Range | 1500 to 1580 nm |
| Maximum Channel Insertion Loss | 21 dB (any SMF) |
Designed for Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over single-mode fiber using the 1000BASE-ZX standard.
Operates at a 1550 nm wavelength, with a specified wavelength range of 1500 to 1580 nm.
Supports transmission distances up to approximately 70 km over single-mode fiber, depending on link conditions and insertion loss.
Includes Digital Optical Monitoring support for real-time optical parameter diagnostics.
Equipped with a dual LC/PC connector interface for single-mode fiber connections.
The module is specified with an extended operating temperature range for deployment flexibility.
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What is the Cisco GLC-ZX-SMD? The Cisco GLC-ZX-SMD is a 1000BASE-ZX SFP optical transceiver module for single-mode fiber.
What is the data rate of the GLC-ZX-SMD? It supports a data rate of 1 Gbps (1000BASE-ZX).
What wavelength does it operate at? The module operates at 1550 nm, with a specified wavelength range of 1500 to 1580 nm.
What fiber type is supported? The GLC-ZX-SMD is designed for single-mode fiber (SMF).
What is the maximum transmission distance? The maximum distance is up to approximately 70 km over SMF, depending on link loss and fiber conditions.
Does it support Digital Optical Monitoring? Yes, the GLC-ZX-SMD supports Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM).
What connector type does it use? It uses a dual LC/PC connector.
What is the maximum channel insertion loss? The maximum channel insertion loss is specified as 21 dB for any SMF.
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