Cisco Easy-to-install Mini-GBIC SFP Transceiver Quick Start Guide

Easily Connect Switches with Fiber Optic Networking Modules Highlights

Adds fiber-optic connectivity to Cisco Small Business and Cisco Small Business Pro Series switches
High-performance link for connecting networks within a building or small campus area
Easy removal with an integrated spring latch
Hot swappable to maintain network availability

Cisco MFE and MGE Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) or mini Gigabit Interface Converter (mini-GBIC) transceivers are easy-to-install modules that provide a simple way to add fiber connectivity or to add an extra Gigabit Ethernet port to your Cisco Small Business or Cisco Small Business Pro Series switches. The transceivers are available for single-mode or multimode fiber-optic cabling and can support distances from 100 meters up to 40 kilometers.

The Cisco MFE and MGE transceivers provide fast and reliable connectivity between switches that are located on different floors, in separate buildings, or on a small campus network needing connectivity between sites. These transceivers can support both Fast and Gigabit Ethernet applications.

Description of MFE and MGE SFP Transceiver Modules

MFE Transceivers

MFEBX1 100BASE-BX-20U SFP transceiver for single-mode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 20 km, with Single LC connector
MFEFX1 100BASE-FX SFP transceiver, for multimode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 2 km, with Duplex LC connector
MFELX1 100BASE-LX SFP transceiver, for single-mode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 10 km, with Duplex LC connector

MGE Transceivers

MGBBX1 1000BASE-BX-20U SFP transceiver, for single-mode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 20 km, with Single Lc connector
MGBLH1 1000BASE-LH SFP transceiver, for single-mode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 40 km, with Duplex LC connector
MGBLX1 1000BASE-LX SFP transceiver, for single-mode fiber, 1310 nm wavelength, support up to 10 km, with Duplex LC connector
MGBSX1 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver, for multimode fiber, 850nm wavelength, support up to 550 m, with Duplex LC connector
MGBT1 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver for category 5 copper wire, support up to 100 m, with RJ45 connector

Features

Built-in spring latch for easy module removal
Hot swappable
Low insertion-loss duplex LC receptacle
Low electromagnetic interference (FCC Part 15, Class B) for clear communications
Meets FDA and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) eye safety standards

Connecting the Transceiver

Tips: Optical SFPs use a small laser to generate the fiber-optic signal. Because invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the port when no fiber cable is connected, avoid exposure to laser radiation and do not stare into open apertures. Keep the optical transmit and receive ports covered whenever a cable is not connected to the port.

Connecting the MFEBX1, MFEFX1, MFELX1, MGBBX1, MGBLH1, MGBLX1 and MGBSX1

Step 1 Insert the mini-GBIC SFP module with the printed side up and the rubber port cap facing out.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Connecting Step 1

Step 2 Remove the mini-GBIC SFP module's rubber port cap.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Connecting Step 2

Step 3 Connect the fiber cable’s LC connector to the mini-GBIC SFP module’s port.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Connecting Step 3

Step 4 Connect the other end of the cable to an SFP module to verify that the fiber connection is complete. For the Cisco MGBBX1, use the Cisco GLC-BX-D as the downstream SFP. For the Cisco MFEBX1, use the Cisco GLC-FE-100BX-D as the downstream SFP. The Cisco MGBBX1 and the Cisco MFEBBX1 support upstream only.

Removing the Transceiver

Step 1 Press the fiber cable’s connector and pull to remove the fiber cable from the mini-GBIC SFP module.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Remove Step 1

Step 2 Pull the module’s bail latch down.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Remove Step 2

Step 3 Remove the mini-GBIC SFP module.

MFELX1 and MGBSX1 Remove Step 3

Removing the MGBT1

Step 1 Press the RJ-45 connector’s tab and pull to remove the cable from the gigabit SFP module.
Step 2 To remove the gigabit SFP module, begin by pulling the module’s pull tab.
Step 3 Remove the Gigabit SFP Module.

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