Product Overview
The Cisco GLC-GE-100FX is a 100BASE-FX SFP transceiver module designed to provide fast Ethernet connectivity over multimode fiber (MMF). This hot-swappable SFP is ideal for short-distance fiber links in enterprise access switches, routers, and industrial Ethernet devices. It delivers secure, low-latency communication in rugged environments and supports IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-FX standards for reliable, high-performance network expansion.
Product Details
| Specification | Description |
| Product Model | GLC-GE-100FX |
| Form Factor | SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) |
| Data Rate | 100 Mbps |
| Interface Type | 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet |
| Connector Type | LC duplex |
| Fiber Type | Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
| Wavelength | 1310 nm |
| Typical Distance Support | Up to 2 km (MMF) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (standard version) |
| Digital Optical Monitoring | No |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | Cisco switches, routers, media converters |
| Compliance | IEEE 802.3u, RoHS |
Product Features
Provides 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over multimode fiber (MMF)
Supports link spans up to 2 km, suitable for campus or building interconnects
Hot-swappable design allows easy upgrades and maintenance
Uses LC duplex connector and operates at a wavelength of 1310 nm
Low power consumption, ideal for high-density deployments
Compatible with a wide range of Cisco Catalyst, IE, and router platforms
Meets IEEE 802.3u standards for consistent network performance
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Data Rate | Interface | Fiber Type | Max Distance | Wavelength | Connector |
| GLC-GE-100FX | 100 Mbps | 100BASE-FX | MMF | 2 km | 1310 nm | LC |
| GLC-FE-100FX | 100 Mbps | 100BASE-FX | MMF | 2 km | 1310 nm | LC |
| GLC-FE-100BX-U | 100 Mbps | 100BASE-BX | SMF | 10 km | 1310 nm | LC |
| GLC-FE-100BX-D | 100 Mbps | 100BASE-BX | SMF | 10 km | 1550 nm | LC |
| GLC-GE-100LX | 100 Mbps | 100BASE-LX | SMF | 10 km | 1310 nm | LC |
Latest Cisco 100BASE SFP Models
| Model | Data Rate | Fiber Type | Wavelength | Max Distance | Connector | Application |
| GLC-GE-100FX | 100 Mbps | MMF | 1310 nm | 2 km | LC | Campus/Industrial |
| GLC-FE-100BX-U | 100 Mbps | SMF | 1310 nm | 10 km | LC | Long-distance FE |
| GLC-FE-100EX | 100 Mbps | SMF | 1310 nm | 40 km | LC | Metro/Service edge |
| GLC-FE-100ZX | 100 Mbps | SMF | 1550 nm | 80 km | LC | Carrier-grade WAN |
