Two different SFP tranceiver on the same switches

azcommunications · ‎01-18-2009

Hi,

I have 2960 and 3560 switch. The first link between them is using GLC-LH-SM. I want to have second link using GLC-BX-U. Is it possible to use two different SFP transceiver like that? I think it shouldn't be a problem, but need expert's advice.

Thank you.

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Tom Randstrom · ‎01-18-2009

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You can mix different SFPs in the same chassis; just like you can run different port speeds on a switch.

You cannot run these particular SFPs links over the same fibers. You will need a different fiber for the new link.

One note: The single fiber application needs the GLC-BX-U and GLC-BX-D SFPs.

Leo Laohoo · ‎02-02-2009

Here's a page that might be helpful to you in the future.

Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Transceiver Modules Compatibility Matrix (http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/interfaces_modules/transceiver_modules/compatibility/matrix/OL_6981.html)

miratir · ‎02-04-2009

yes, its possible to have two different SFP type on a switch. please check Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Transceiver Modules Compatibility Matrix in attached file.