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- Cisco 1000BASE-T SFP Copper Transceiver Module, 1G, RJ-45, Cat5, 100m
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GLC-T Overview
GLC-T is a Cisco SFP copper transceiver for Gigabit Ethernet interface ports and modular slots. The module uses the Small Form-Factor Pluggable hardware format for supported Cisco switching, routing, and modular interface equipment. Its Ethernet interface provides 1 Gbps operation for standard Gigabit copper network links on compatible host ports. The media path uses Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair copper cabling between Ethernet network ports. Its front interface presents an RJ-45 connection for copper Ethernet handoff into structured cabling. The supported link distance is 100 m across the specified cable plant and patching path. The operating temperature class is Commercial for this Cisco product number in normal equipment environments. Digital optical monitoring is not assigned to this copper module in Cisco's temperature and DOM table. The ordering description identifies the SKU as the standard SFP module for copper networks.
GLC-T maps the 1000BASE-T copper interface into a Cisco SFP host port. Auto negotiation selects the linked Ethernet mode on supported Cisco platforms. Auto MDI/MDIX adjusts transmit and receive pairs during link establishment. IEC 60603-7:2000 sets connector requirements for the electrical interface. With 3.3V electrical supply, the module follows the SFP power interface. At 1 W maximum per SFP port, power consumption follows Cisco's typical SFP module rating. Hot-swap operation permits insertion into a compatible Gigabit Ethernet port or slot. The standard product entry separates this electrical module from SX, LX/LH, EX, ZX, and BX optical variants. Port-by-port population permits electrical and optical SFP models inside the same Cisco deployment. Platform validation ties module operation to each host family and software release. Cisco ordering uses the product number for the standard electrical SFP module. The hardware design provides controlled media choice without replacing the populated network device during planned refreshes.
Cisco Catalyst 2960, 3560, 3750, 3850, 4500, and 6500 families support this SFP class. Cisco ISR 2900, ISR 3900, and ISR 4000 families also appear in platform coverage. Nexus 3000, 5000, 7000, and 9000 families appear in the same Cisco platform list. Campus access, aggregation, edge handoff, and lab environments use the module for short local interfaces. Cat5 is the required cable grade for the stated distance. Buy GLC-T from ORM Systems in new and certified refurbished condition for Cisco network maintenance. Certified refurbished stock is tested before dispatch for module recognition and link operation. Order GLC-T online from ORM Systems to check price, condition, and availability. Procurement teams use the quote path for spares, replacements, and refresh projects. Inventory planning aligns condition choice with maintenance policies. ORM Systems provides bulk quotation for enterprise and volume buyers managing repeated access and edge refresh orders.
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GLC-T Specifications
- Product Type
- Copper Transceiver
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Cisco SFP Gigabit Ethernet
- Use Case
- Enterprise Campus
- Form Factor
- SFP
- Data Rate
- 1 Gbps
- Protocol
- Ethernet
- Fiber Type
- Copper
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Reach
- 100 m (Cat5)
- Cable Standard
- Cat5
- Supported Standards
- 1000BASE-T / IEC 60603-7:2000
- DDM/DOM Support
- No
- Power Consumption
- 1 W
- Supply Voltage
- 3.3V
- Operating Temperature
- Commercial (0°C to 70°C)
- Compatible Platforms
- Cisco Catalyst 2960 / Cisco Catalyst 3560 / Cisco Catalyst 3750 / Cisco Catalyst 3850 / Cisco Catalyst 4500 / Cisco Catalyst 6500 / Cisco ISR 2900 / Cisco ISR 3900 / Cisco ISR 4000 / Cisco Nexus 3000 / Cisco Nexus 5000 / Cisco Nexus 7000 / Cisco Nexus 9000
- Height
- 8.5 mm
- Width
- 13.4 mm
- Depth
- 56.5 mm
- Weight
- 0.075 kg
GLC-T Use Case
Access Closet Copper Handoff
GLC-T occupies an SFP slot on a compatible Cisco access switch and presents a 1G RJ-45 copper interface to local patching. Engineers use the module where endpoint closets, patch panels, or nearby network devices require 1000BASE-T over Cat5 or better cabling instead of LC fibre. The 100 metre copper reach keeps short local runs inside the Ethernet distance limit. The result is a controlled copper handoff from an SFP-based access platform without changing the existing cabling path.
Distribution to Copper Edge Link
The transceiver sits in a supported Cisco SFP uplink or interface slot and connects a distribution device to a copper-facing firewall, router, or adjacent switch. Network teams configure the host interface for the intended Layer 2 or Layer 3 handoff, then use the RJ-45 port for a 1G 1000BASE-T link across structured copper cabling. GLC-T resolves the mismatch between SFP-only uplink ports and copper-only peer interfaces, creating a stable short-distance edge connection.
Operations Spare for 1G Copper Recovery
GLC-T serves as a field-replaceable spare for Cisco environments that still rely on 1G copper handoffs from SFP slots. Operations teams keep tested modules available for failed copper SFPs, temporary migration links, lab validation, or emergency port conversions. The RJ-45 interface and 100 metre Cat5 copper reach support fast restoration when a fibre optic module is the wrong medium for the connection. The result is faster recovery for legacy 1G copper links with fewer cabling changes.
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Product Comparison Table 
| GLC-T |  DWDM-SFP-4851 |  DWDM-SFP-4134 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Copper Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver |
| Form Factor | SFP | SFP | SFP |
| Data Rate | 1 Gbps | 1G | 10G |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | LC | LC |
| Fiber Type | Copper | Single-mode | Single-mode |
| Power Consumption | 1 W | 1W | 3.5W |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial (0°C to 70°C) | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Height | 8.5 mm | 0.66 inches | 0.39 inches |
| Width | 13.4 mm | 1.33 inches | 0.66 inches |
| Depth | 56.5 mm | 4.4 inches | 0.5 inches |
| Weight | 0.075 kg | 0.2 lbs | 0.2 lbs |
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Reviews & Ratings
D
Dante Carter
5
1000BASE-T SFP works reliably over copper connections. Easy installation and stable performance.
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Clara Nash
4
Compact and professional-grade module. Minimal latency.
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Ronan Blake
5
Reliable 1G connection for enterprise switches.
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Fiona Pierce
5
Works consistently under full load. Solid build quality.
M
Malik Lane
5
Ideal for short-range copper connections in dense racks.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco GLC-T?
Cisco GLC-T is a 1000BASE-T SFP copper transceiver module used to add 1 Gigabit Ethernet copper connectivity through an SFP slot. It uses an RJ-45 interface, supports Category 5 copper cabling, and reaches up to 100 metres. GLC-T is commonly selected when a switch or router needs copper handoff instead of fibre.
What does the GLC-T model number mean?
GLC-T identifies a Cisco Gigabit Interface Converter style SFP transceiver for 1000BASE-T copper Ethernet. The GLC prefix is used across Cisco 1G SFP modules, while T indicates twisted-pair copper Ethernet. For buyers, GLC-T confirms a 1G RJ-45 SFP module rather than an optical LC fibre transceiver.
What type of hardware is GLC-T?
GLC-T is a copper SFP transceiver, not a standalone switch, media converter, or fibre optic module. It installs into a compatible SFP port and presents a standard RJ-45 copper Ethernet connection. The module is used where existing Cat5 or better copper cabling must connect into Cisco equipment with SFP uplink or interface slots.
Where does GLC-T sit in the Cisco transceiver lineup?
GLC-T sits in Cisco's 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP transceiver family as the 1000BASE-T copper option. It is used when copper RJ-45 connectivity is required instead of short-reach SX multimode fibre or LX/LH single-mode fibre. Buyers typically compare GLC-T against GLC-TE, GLC-SX-MMD, and GLC-LH-SMD depending on cabling and reach.
What form factor does GLC-T use?
GLC-T uses the SFP form factor for 1 Gigabit Ethernet interface slots. It is hot-swappable in compatible Cisco equipment, allowing installation or replacement without removing the host device from service when the platform supports live module changes. The SFP form factor makes it suitable for switches, routers, and network modules with supported SFP cages.
What data rate does Cisco GLC-T support?
Cisco GLC-T supports 1 Gigabit Ethernet over copper using the 1000BASE-T standard. It is designed for 1000 Mbps links rather than 10G or multi-gigabit Ethernet. Network teams choose GLC-T when the uplink or device connection must remain at 1G while using familiar RJ-45 structured copper cabling.
What wavelength does GLC-T use?
GLC-T does not use an optical wavelength because it is a copper 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver. Optical Cisco modules such as GLC-SX-MMD or GLC-LH-SMD use light over fibre, while GLC-T converts the SFP interface to RJ-45 copper Ethernet. This distinction matters when checking cable type, distance, and port compatibility.
What reach does GLC-T support?
GLC-T supports up to 100 metres over Category 5 copper cabling for 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet. The 100 metre distance aligns with standard Ethernet copper limits between network equipment and endpoints, patch panels, or adjacent switches. Cable quality, patching, and host platform support still need to match the deployment design.
What connector does GLC-T use?
GLC-T uses an RJ-45 connector for twisted-pair copper Ethernet cabling. This makes it different from LC connector fibre SFPs such as Cisco GLC-SX-MMD and GLC-LH-SMD. The RJ-45 presentation is useful when the device has SFP slots but the cabling plant or connected equipment uses copper Ethernet ports.
Which Cisco platforms are compatible with GLC-T?
GLC-T works with many Cisco switches, routers, and interface modules that support Cisco 1G copper SFP transceivers. Common buying checks include Catalyst access switches, Catalyst aggregation platforms, and supported router SFP slots. The final compatibility check should match the exact platform model, software release, and Cisco transceiver support matrix before ordering.
What is Cisco GLC-T used for?
Cisco GLC-T is used to provide 1G copper Ethernet connectivity from an SFP slot. It is often deployed for uplinks, temporary copper handoffs, lab connectivity, management links, and connections to equipment that does not have fibre interfaces. The module solves the common mismatch between SFP-only ports and RJ-45 copper network requirements.
What environment size is GLC-T suitable for?
GLC-T suits small, branch, campus, and enterprise environments where 1G copper links are still required. It fits access closets, distribution racks, lab benches, and mixed cabling environments. The module is especially practical when existing copper cabling remains in place and replacing it with fibre is unnecessary for a 100 metre 1G connection.
What workloads suit Cisco GLC-T?
Cisco GLC-T suits standard 1G Ethernet workloads such as management access, switch-to-switch copper links, uplinks to firewalls, router handoffs, and connections to copper-only infrastructure. It is not intended for 10G throughput or long-distance fibre runs. The best fit is a stable 1G link over Cat5 or better cabling.
Does GLC-T work for copper uplinks?
GLC-T works well for 1G copper uplinks where both ends support 1000BASE-T over RJ-45. It allows an SFP uplink slot to connect into copper patching, firewall ports, routers, or adjacent switches. Network teams use it when the uplink distance is within 100 metres and fibre optics are not required.
Is GLC-T compatible with 1000BASE-T Ethernet?
GLC-T is built for the 1000BASE-T Ethernet standard over twisted-pair copper cabling. It supports RJ-45 copper connectivity using Category 5 cabling up to 100 metres. This makes it appropriate for standard Gigabit Ethernet handoffs, provided the Cisco host platform recognises the module and supports copper SFP operation.
Can GLC-T connect to a normal RJ-45 switch port?
GLC-T connects to a normal RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet switch port when installed in a compatible Cisco SFP slot. The far end simply uses copper Ethernet cabling into another RJ-45 interface. This is useful when a Cisco device has available SFP ports but the connected device presents copper rather than LC fibre.
Does GLC-T support Cat5 cabling?
GLC-T supports Category 5 copper cabling for 1000BASE-T links up to 100 metres. In practical deployments, Cat5e or better cabling is commonly preferred for Gigabit Ethernet consistency across patch panels and structured cabling. Buyers should confirm the installed cable grade, patch quality, and link distance before selecting a copper SFP.
Does GLC-T require fibre optic cable?
GLC-T does not require fibre optic cable because it is a copper RJ-45 SFP transceiver. It uses twisted-pair copper cabling instead of LC fibre. Buyers needing fibre should compare Cisco GLC-SX-MMD for short-reach multimode fibre or GLC-LH-SMD for longer LX/LH fibre applications.
How does GLC-T compare with GLC-TE?
GLC-T and GLC-TE are both Cisco 1000BASE-T copper SFP transceivers with RJ-45 connectivity and up to 100 metres reach over copper cabling. GLC-TE is commonly selected as the newer copper SFP option in many Cisco environments. GLC-T remains relevant where the installed platform support list or existing standard specifically calls for that SKU.
How does GLC-T compare with GLC-SX-MMD?
GLC-T provides 1G copper Ethernet over RJ-45, while GLC-SX-MMD provides 1000BASE-SX optical Ethernet over multimode fibre with LC connectors. GLC-T fits copper runs up to 100 metres, while GLC-SX-MMD is used for fibre links, commonly up to 550 metres depending on multimode fibre type. The choice depends on cabling, distance, and port design.
How does GLC-T compare with GLC-LH-SMD?
GLC-T is a 1000BASE-T copper SFP for RJ-45 Cat5 cabling up to 100 metres. GLC-LH-SMD is a 1000BASE-LX/LH optical SFP for fibre deployments, commonly used for longer 1G links over single-mode fibre. GLC-T is the practical choice for copper handoff, while GLC-LH-SMD fits fibre uplink or building-to-building designs.
Is GLC-T a replacement for GLC-T= spare modules?
GLC-T and GLC-T= refer to the same Cisco copper SFP hardware family, with the equals sign commonly used by Cisco to indicate a spare part SKU. Buyers replacing a failed GLC-T module should confirm whether the purchasing system requires GLC-T or GLC-T=, then match host platform compatibility before ordering.
What is the price of Cisco GLC-T?
Cisco GLC-T pricing depends on condition, quantity, availability, and sourcing route. New, refurbished, and surplus units often carry different pricing for the same 1000BASE-T copper SFP function. ORM Systems lists GLC-T for quote-based procurement so buyers can request current price, warranty options, and volume rates for the required quantity.
Is Cisco GLC-T available new or refurbished?
Cisco GLC-T is commonly sourced in new, refurbished, and unused surplus condition depending on market availability. Refurbished units are useful for maintaining older Cisco environments, while new or unused units suit buyers with stricter procurement requirements. Condition should be confirmed at quote stage along with warranty, lead time, and required quantity.
Is Cisco GLC-T still in production?
Cisco GLC-T is an older 1000BASE-T copper SFP SKU, and availability is often handled through channel stock, refurbished supply, or equivalent supported replacement planning. Many buyers also review GLC-TE when refreshing copper SFP inventory. The safest purchasing step is to verify current lifecycle status and platform support for the exact Cisco device.
What lead time should buyers expect for GLC-T?
GLC-T lead time depends on requested quantity, condition, and current supply. Single replacement modules are often easier to source than bulk refresh quantities, while specific condition requirements can affect delivery timing. ORM Systems can quote current availability for GLC-T, including new or refurbished options, before the buyer commits to a purchase.
Are bulk discounts available for Cisco GLC-T?
Bulk discounts are often available for Cisco GLC-T when buyers need multiple 1G copper SFP modules for access closets, spares inventory, or network refresh projects. Pricing depends on volume, condition, and supply. Buyers ordering larger quantities should request volume pricing and specify whether new, refurbished, or mixed-condition supply is acceptable.
What warranty is available with GLC-T from ORM Systems?
GLC-T purchases from ORM Systems can include warranty coverage based on condition, sourcing, and order terms. Certified tested transceivers may be offered with warranty options suitable for enterprise spares and replacement projects. Buyers should confirm the warranty period on the quote so the selected GLC-T modules match procurement and maintenance requirements.
Are refurbished GLC-T modules tested before dispatch?
Refurbished GLC-T modules should be tested before dispatch to confirm recognition, link operation, and basic 1000BASE-T copper performance. Testing is especially important for SFP transceivers because host compatibility and stable link negotiation affect deployment success. Buyers should request tested and guaranteed units when replacing production modules or building spare stock.
What standards or compliance apply to GLC-T?
GLC-T is associated with 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet operation over twisted-pair copper cabling and the SFP transceiver form factor. Compliance and regulatory markings can vary by batch and sourcing condition. For formal procurement, buyers should request the exact module details, Cisco compatibility information, and any required documentation before purchase approval.
How is Cisco GLC-T installed?
Cisco GLC-T installs into a compatible SFP slot on supported Cisco equipment, then connects to copper Ethernet cabling through its RJ-45 port. The device should recognise the module, bring the interface up, and negotiate a 1G link with the far-end device. Interface status, speed, duplex, and errors should be checked after installation.
Does GLC-T require a licence or software subscription?
GLC-T does not require a separate transceiver licence or software subscription for normal 1000BASE-T operation. The host Cisco platform must support the module through its hardware and software release. Network teams should still check the platform compatibility matrix, interface configuration, and any organisation policy for approved optics before deployment.
What accessories are needed for GLC-T?
GLC-T normally requires a compatible Cisco SFP slot and suitable Category 5 or better copper Ethernet cabling with RJ-45 connectors. No fibre patch lead is used with this SKU. Buyers may also need labelled patch cords, spare transceiver inventory, and documentation of supported switch or router models for operational control.
Where can buyers purchase Cisco GLC-T in the UK?
Cisco GLC-T can be purchased in the UK through ORM Systems for enterprise hardware sourcing, replacement stock, and project-based procurement. Buyers can request current price, condition, lead time, warranty, and bulk availability for the 1000BASE-T RJ-45 copper SFP module before placing an order.
Does ORM Systems ship Cisco GLC-T internationally?
ORM Systems can support international procurement requests for Cisco GLC-T depending on destination, quantity, and shipping requirements. International buyers should confirm availability, export requirements, delivery options, warranty terms, and invoice details during the quote process. This helps ensure the ordered copper SFP modules match both technical and procurement needs.