Cisco GLC-FE-T Compatible 100M SFP SGMII Transceiver Module
This Cisco GLC-FE-T compatible transceiver provides 100M connectivity in a hot-swappable SFP SGMII package. Its optical design operates at the listed wavelength plan for up to 100m, using RJ-45. Complete parameters and related OEM references help project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned.
OEM Part Number: GLC-FE-THT Part Number: SFP-FB-GE-T
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco GLC-FE-T
- 100M connectivity at 100Mbps
- Specified reach: 100m
- RJ-45 / Cat 5/Cat 6/Cat 6a interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and electrical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| Cisco Compatible | GLC-FE-T |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | SFP-FB-GE-T |
| Form Factor | SFP SGMII |
| Max. Data Rate | 100Mbps |
| Media | Cat 5/Cat 6/Cat 6a |
| Max. Cable Distance | 100m |
| Connector | RJ-45 |
| DOM Support | No |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFP+ MSA Compliant, SFF-8472, IEEE 802.3ae, FC-PI-5, SFF-8431 |
Project Documentation and Traceability
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, optical standard and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and the HT part number on the packing list. Labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers need not identify modules by appearance. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 100Mbps, rated reach 100m.
Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as GLC-FE-T, link establishment and diagnostic reporting. Physical cage fit alone is not treated as evidence of compatibility. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
This copper transceiver is intended for short equipment links over the twisted-pair cabling category stated in the specifications. Typical uses include switch-to-server, switch-to-switch and rack-level connections where an RJ-45 interface is preferred over fiber. Use the required cable category, observe the rated distance and confirm that the host supports the module’s speed, power consumption and electrical operating modes.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 100M interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a SFP SGMII housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
For this copper interface, use the stated cable category and keep the channel within 100m. Patch-cord construction, connector quality and auto-negotiation can affect the result. Verify the negotiated speed and diagnostics at both ends rather than assuming every RJ-45 port behaves identically.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
Use the electrical and optical limits in the specification table as the acceptance reference for this model. During commissioning, record the host diagnostic readings after the link has stabilized and compare them with those limits. DOM values are useful operational indicators, but they do not replace calibrated optical measurements when a link is marginal. Investigate unexpected loss through connector inspection, cleaning and a channel measurement before replacing the module. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies GLC-FE-T, not an original Cisco-branded module.
Which copper cable and connector are required?
Use RJ-45 with the specified category of Cat 5/Cat 6/Cat 6a. The rated reach is 100m, subject to cable category, installation quality and host support.
Can it be used at a different speed or over another cable category?
Only within the multi-rate and cabling capabilities stated in the specifications and supported by the host. Confirm the required cable category, distance and auto-negotiation behavior before installation.
Ordering Information
Use GLC-FE-T as the compatibility cross-reference and SFP-FB-GE-T as the HT ordering identity. Keep other reaches or wavelength directions on separate order lines. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Quality control covers the optical or electrical interface, host identification and operating link. The verified unit is then individually protected and cartoned. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
