A P P E N D I X A

Pluggable Transceivers

This appendix provides descriptions and cabling distance specifications for the pluggable optical and
copper transceivers that are supported on the Catalyst 6500 series supervisor engine uplink ports.
Table A-1 lists the supervisor engine models and the transceiver type and quantity that they support.

Table A-1 Supervisor Engine Transceiver Support

Supervisor Engine Number of Ports Transceiver Type

Supporting Transceivers Supported
Supervisor Engine 2 2 GBIC
(all models)
Supervisor Engine 32 8 SFP
(WS-SUP32-GE-3B and
WS-S32-GE-PISA only)
Supervisor Engine 32 2 XENPAK
(WS-SUP32-10GE-3B and
WS-S32-10GE-PISA only)
Supervisor Engine 720 2 SFP
(WS-SUP720, WS-SUP720-3B,
and WS-SUP720-3BXL)
Supervisor Engine 720-10GE 4 X2 (2 ports)
(VS-S720-10G-3C and SFP (2 ports)
VS-S720-10G-3CXL)

The appendix is divided into these topics:

• GBIC Transceivers, page A-2
• SFP Transceivers, page A-4
• 10-GB XENPAK Transceivers, page A-7
• 10-GB X2 Transceivers, page A-10
• WDM Transceivers, page A-14
• Mode-Conditioning Patch Cords, page A-26
• Cleaning the Fiber-Optic Connectors, page A-30

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GBIC Transceivers

GBIC Transceivers
1000BASE-T and 1000BASE-X GBIC transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 2 uplink
ports. Figure A-1 shows a typical 1000BASE-T (copper) GBIC transceiver equipped with an RJ-45
female connector. Figure A-2 shows a typical 1000BASE-X (optical) GBIC transceiver equipped with
an SC duplex female connector.

Figure A-1 1000BASE-T GBIC Transceiver Module (WS-G5483)

49959
RJ-45 Plastic tab
connector

Figure A-2 1000BASE-X GBIC Transceiver Modules (WS-G5484, WS-G5486, and WS-G5487)
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Receiver Transmitter

Table A-2 lists the specifications and cabling distances for the different models of the GBIC transceiver.

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GBIC Transceivers

Table A-2 GBIC Transceivers Specifications and Cabling Distances

GBIC Connector Wavelength Cable Type Core Size1 Modal Bandwidth Cable Distance2
(nm) (micron) (MHz km)
1000BASE-T RJ-45 — — — 328 ft (100 m)
(WS-G5483)
1000BASE-SX3 SC duplex 850 MMF 62.5 160 722 ft (220 m)
(WS-G5484) 62.5 200 902 ft (275 m)
50.0 400 1640 ft (500 m)
50.0 500 1804 ft (550 m)
4
1000BASE-LX/LH SC duplex 1310 MMF 62.5 500 1804 ft (550 m)
(WS-G5486)
50.0 400 1804 ft (550 m)
50.0 500 1804 ft (550 m)
5
SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.2 mi (10 km)
6
1000BASE-ZX SC duplex 1550 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 43.5 mi (70 km)8
(WS-G5487) SMF (DSF)7 7.8–11 — 62.1 mi (100 km)
1. The numbers given for multimode fiber-optic (MMF) cable refer to the core diameter; the numbers for single-mode fiber refer to mode field diameter.
2. Cable distances are based on fiber loss. Additional factors, such as the number of splices and the optical quality of the fiber, can affect cabling distances.
3. Use with MMF only.
4. When using an LX/LH GBIC with 62.5-micron diameter MMF, you must install a mode-conditioning patch cord (CAB-GELX-625 or equivalent)
between the GBIC and the MMF cable on both the transmit and receive ends of the link. The mode-conditioning patch cord is required for link distances
less than 328 feet (100 m) to prevent overdriving the receiver. The mode-conditioning patch cord is also required for link distances greater than 984 feet
(300 m) to reduce differential mode delay.
5. Nondispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.652 compliant).
6. Use with SMF only.
7. Dispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.653 compliant or G.655 compliant).
8. The minimum link distance for ZX GBICs is 6.2 miles (10 km), with an 8-dB attenuator installed at each end of the link. Without attenuators, the
minimum link distance is 24.9 miles (40 km).

Table A-3 lists the fiber loss budgets for the GBIC optical transceivers.

Table A-3 Fiber Loss Budgets for GBIC Optical Transceivers

GBIC Type Transmit (dBm) Receive (dBm)1

WS-G5484 1000BASE-SX –3 (maximum) 0 (maximum)
–9.5 (minimum) –17 (minimum)
WS-G5486 1000BASE-LX/LH –3 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
–9.5 (minimum) –19 (minimum)
WS-G5487 1000BASE-ZX –5 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
0 (minimum) –232 (minimum)
1. The maximum receive dBm value indicates the overload threshold of the receiver. The minimum receive dBm value indicates
the lowest acceptable signal level coming into the receiver that allows correct signal recognition.
2. The WS-G5487 1000BASE-ZX GBIC provides a minimum optical power budget of 23 dB. To determine the supported link
distance, you should measure your cable plant with an optical loss test set to verify that the optical loss of the cable plant
(including connectors and splices) is less than or equal to the figure. The optical loss measurement must be performed with
a 1550-nanometer light source.

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SFP Transceivers

Table A-4 lists the physical and environmental specifications for the GBIC transceivers.

Table A-4 1-GB GBIC Transceiver Physical and Environmental Specifications

Item Specification
Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.75 x 1.54 x 3.50 in. (19.0 x 39.1 x 88.9 mm)
Operating temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage temperature –40° to 185°F (–40° to 85°C)
Power consumption 1.5 W maximum1
1. The GBIC transceiver port can support up to 1.5 W maximum. An SX GBIC transceiver would typically consume less power
than a ZX GBIC transceiver, but Cisco doesn’t offer strict specifications for each type.

SFP Transceivers
1000BASE-T and 1000BASE-X SFP transceivers are supported on the following supervisor engines:
• Supervisor Engine 32 (WS-SUP32-GE-3B and WS-S32-GE-PISA only)
• Supervisor Engine 720 (all models)
• Supervisor Engine 720-10GE
Figure A-3 shows the 1000BASE-T (copper) SFP transceiver equipped with an RJ-45 female connector.
Figure A-4 shows a typical 1000BASE-X (optical) SFP transceiver equipped with an LC optical
connector. Table A-5 lists the specifications and cabling distances for the different models of SFP
transceivers.

Figure A-3 1000BASE-T SFP Transceiver (GLC-T)

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(unlocked) position
2 Bale-clasp handle shown in the closed
(locked) position

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Figure A-4 1000BASE-X SFP Transceivers (GLC-SX-MM, GLC-LH-SM, and GLC-ZX-SM)

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Table A-5 SFP Transceiver Cabling Specifications

SFP Transceiver Interface Nominal Network Cable Fiber Core Cable Distance2
Module and Product Connector Wavelength Type Size Modal Bandwidth
Number (nm) (micron)1 (MHz/km)
1000BASE-T RJ-45 — Category 5, 5e, — — 328 ft (100 m)
(GLC-T=) or 6 UTP/FTP
1000BASE-SX LC duplex 850 MMF 62.5 160 722 ft (220 m)
(GLC-SX-MM=)3
62.5 200 902 ft (275 m)
50.0 400 1640 ft (500 m)
50.0 500 1804 ft (550 m)
1000BASE-LX/LH LC duplex 1300 MMF4 62.5 500 1804 ft (550 m)
(GLC-LH-SM=)
50.0 400 1804 ft (550 m)
50.0 500 1804 ft (550 m)
5
SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.21 mi (10 km)
1000BASE-ZX LC duplex 1550 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 43.4 (70 km)
(GLC-ZX-SM=)
SMF (DSF)6 7.8–11 — 62 mi (100 km)7
1000BASE-BX-D LC single 1310 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.21 mi (10 km)
(GLC-BX-D=)
1000BASE-BX-U LC single 1490 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.21 mi (10 km)
(GLC-BX-U=)
1. The numbers given for multimode fiber-optic (MMF) cable refer to the core diameter; the numbers for single-mode fiber refer to mode field diameter.
2. Cable distances are based on fiber loss. Additional factors, such as the number of splices and the optical quality of the fiber, can affect cabling distances.
3. Use with MMF only.
4. A mode-conditioning patch cord is required. When using an LX/LH SFP with 62.5-micron diameter MMF, you must install a mode-conditioning patch
cord (CAB-MCP-LC or equivalent) between the GBIC and the MMF cable on both the transmit and receive ends of the link. The mode-conditioning
patch cord is required for link distances less than 328 feet (100 m) to prevent overdriving the receiver. The mode-conditioning patch cord is also required
for link distances greater than 984 feet (300 m) to reduce differential mode delay.
5. Nondispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.652 compliant).
6. Dispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.653 compliant or G.655 compliant).
7. 1000BASE-ZX SFP modules can reach up to 62 miles (100 km) by using DSMF or low-attenuation SMF; the actual distance depends on the fiber quality,
the number of splices, and the connectors.

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Table A-6 lists the fiber loss budgets for the 1-GB SFP transceivers.

Table A-6 Fiber Loss Budgets for the 1-GB SFP Transceivers

1-GB SFP Transceiver Transmit (dBm) Receive (dBm)1

Product Number
GLC-SX-MM –4 (maximum) 0 (maximum)
(1000BASE-SX) –9.5 (minimum) –17 (minimum)
GLC-LH-SM –3 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
(1000BASE-LX/LH) –9.5 (minimum) –20 (minimum)
GLC-ZX-SM 5 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
(1000BASE-ZX) 0 (minimum) –23 (minimum)
GLC-BX-U –3 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
–9 (minimum) –19.5 (minimum)
GLC-BX-D –3 (maximum) –3 (maximum)
–9 (minimum) –19.5 (minimum)
1. The maximum receive dBm value indicates the overload threshold of the receiver. The
minimum receive dBm value indicates the lowest acceptable signal level coming into
the receiver that allows correct signal recognition.

Table A-7 list the physical and environmental specifications for the SFP transceivers.

Table A-7 1-GB SFP Transceiver Physical and Environmental Specifications

Item Specification
Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.04 x 0.53 x 2.22 in. (8.5 x 13.4 x 56.5 mm)
Operating temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage temperature –40° to 185°F (–40° to 85°C)
Power consumption 1 W maximum1
1. The SFP transceiver port can support up to 1 W maximum. An SX SFP transceiver would typically consume less power than
a ZX SFP transceiver, but Cisco doesn’t offer strict specifications for each type.

Note You can use any combination of SFP modules that your Cisco device supports. The only restrictions are
that each SFP port must match the wavelength specifications on the other end of the cable and that the
cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications.

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10-GB XENPAK Transceivers

10-GB XENPAK Transceivers

The 10-GB XENPAK transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 32 (WS-SUP32-10GE-3B
and WS-S32-10GE-PISA only) uplink ports. Figure A-5 shows a typical XENPAK optical transceiver.

Figure A-5 10-Gigabit XENPACK Optical Transceiver

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1 Captive installation screw 3 Optical bore dust plug

2 Transmit optical bore 4 Receive optical bore

Table A-8 lists the specifications and cabling distances for the different types of XENPAK transceivers.

Table A-8 10-GB XENPAK Transceiver Specifications and Cabling Distances

XENPAK Connector Nominal Network Fiber Fiber Core Modal Maximum Cable
Wavelength Type Size Bandwidth Distance2
(microns)1 (Mhz/km)
XENPAK-10GB-CX4 InfiniBand N/A CX4 (copper) — — 49 ft (15 m)3
4X
XENPAK-10GB-LX4 SC duplex 1310 nm MMF 62.5 500 984.3 ft (300 m)4
50.0 400 787.4 ft (240 m)
50.0 500 984.3 ft (300 m)
XENPAK-10GB-LRM SC duplex 1310 nm MMF 62.5 500 721.8 ft (220 m)5
50.0 400 328 ft (100 m)
50.0 500 721.8 ft (220 m)

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Table A-8 10-GB XENPAK Transceiver Specifications and Cabling Distances (continued)

XENPAK Connector Nominal Network Fiber Fiber Core Modal Maximum Cable
Wavelength Type Size Bandwidth Distance2
(microns)1 (Mhz/km)
XENPAK-10GB-SR SC duplex 850 nm MMF 62.5 160 83.3 ft (25 m)
62.5 200 108.3 ft (33 m)
50.0 400 216.5 ft (66 m)
50.0 500 269.0 ft (82 m)
50.0 2000 984.3 ft (300 m)
6
XENPAK-10GB-LR/LR+ SC duplex 1310 nm SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.2 mi (10 km)
XENPAK-10GB-ER/ER+7 SC duplex 1550 nm SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 24.9 mi (40 km)8
XENPAK-10GB-ZR SC duplex 1550 nm SMF Operates on — 49.7 mi (80 km)
any SMF
type
XENPAK-10GB-LW9 SC duplex 1310 m SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.2 mi (10 km)
1. The numbers given for multimode fiber-optic (MMF) cable refer to the core diameter; the numbers for single-mode fiber refer to mode field diameter.
2. Cable distances are based on fiber loss. Additional factors, such as the number of splices and the optical quality of the fiber, can affect cabling distances.
Minimum cabling distance for all types is 2 m according to the IEEE 802.3ae standard.
3. The Cisco XENPAK-10GB-CX4 transceiver supports link lengths of up to 49.2 feet (15 m) on CX4 cable. Cisco offers four CX4 cables:
CAB-INF-28G-1= (1 meter cable), CAB-INF-28G-5= (5 meter cable), CAB-INF-28G-10= (10 meter cable), and CAB-INF-28G-15= (15 meter cable).
4. The Cisco XENPAK-10GB-LX4 transceiver supports link lengths of 300 meters on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) grade multimode
fiber (MMF). To ensure that specifications are met, the transmitter output from the LX4 transceiver should be coupled through a mode conditioning patch
cord. Cisco offers two mode conditioning patch cords: CAB-GELX-625= for 62.5 micron MMF (dual SC connectors) and CAB-MCP50-SC= for
50 micron MMF (dual SC connectors).
5. The Cisco XENPAK-10GB-LRM transceiver supports link lengths of 220 meters on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) grade multimode
fiber (MMF). To ensure that specifications are met over FDDI-grade, OM1 and OM2 fibers, the LRM transceiver transmitter should be coupled through
a mode conditioning patch cord. Cisco offers two mode conditioning patch cords: CAB-GELX-625= for 62.5 micron MMF (dual SC connectors) and
CAB-MCP50-SC= for 50 micron MMF (dual SC connectors). No mode conditioning patch cord is required for applications using OM3 fiber.
6. Nondispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.652 compliant).
7. Requires a 5 db 1550 nm fixed loss attenuator for cable distances less than 12.43 miles (20 km). The attenuator (WS-X6K-5DB-ATT=) is available from
Cisco Systems
8. Links that are longer than 18.9 miles (30 km) are considered engineered links.
9. The XENPAK-10GB-LW (WAN PHY) is intended to allow the transport of 10-Gigabit Ethernet over traditional SONET/SDH infrastructure. The purpose
of WAN-PHY is to make 10-Gigabit Ethernet compatible with SONET STS-192c format and data rate, as defined by ANSI, as well as the SDH VC-4-64c
container specified by ITU.

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10-GB XENPAK Transceivers

Table A-9 lists the fiber loss budgets for the 10-GB XENPAK transceivers.

Table A-9 Fiber Loss Budgets for the 10-GB XENPAK Transceivers

10-GB XENPAK Transceiver Transmit (dBm) Receive (dBm)1

Product Number
XENPAK-10GB-LX4 –0.5 per lane (maximum) –0.5 per lane (maximum)
–6.75 per lane (minimum) –14.4 per lane (minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-LRM 0.5 (maximum) 0.5 (maximum)
–6.5 (minimum) –8.4 (average minimum)2
–6.4 (OMA minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-SR –1.2 (maximum) –1 (maximum)
–7.3 (minimum) –9.9 (minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-LR/LR+ 0.5 (maximum) 0.5 (maximum)
–8.2 (minimum) –14.4 (minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-LW 0.5 (maximum) 0.5 (maximum)
–8.2 (minimum) –14.4 (minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-ER/ER+ 4 (maximum) –1 (maximum)
–4.7 (minimum) –15.8 (minimum)
XENPAK-10GB-ZR 4 (maximum) –7 (maximum)
0 (minimum) –24 (minimum)
1. The maximum receive dBm value indicates the overload threshold of the receiver. The minimum
receive dBm value indicates the lowest acceptable signal level coming into the receiver that allows
correct signal recognition.
2. Both the average and the OMA specifications need to be met simultaneously.

Table A-10 lists the physical and environmental specifications for the XENPAK transceivers.

Table A-10 10-GB XENPAK Transceiver Physical and Environmental Specifications

Item Specification
Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.47 x 1.42 x 4.76 in. (18 x 36 x 121 mm)
Weight Typically under 10.58 ounces (300 grams)
Operating temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage temperature –40° to 185°F (–40° to 85°C)
Power consumption 8 W maximum1
1. The XENPAK transceiver port can support up to 8 W maximum. An SR XENPAK transceiver would typically consume less
power than a ZR XENPAK transceiver, but Cisco doesn’t offer strict specifications for each type.

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10-GB X2 Transceivers

10-GB X2 Transceivers
The 10GBASE-X X2 transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 720-10GE uplink ports.
Figure A-6 shows the X2 transceiver with the major features identified.

Figure A-6 10-GB X2 Transceiver

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latch extended
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latch retracted

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1 Transmit optical bore 6 Module connector

2 Receive optical bore 7 Latch (extended)
3 Latching sleeve (retracted) 8 Latching sleeve (extended)
4 EMI gasket 9 Latch (retracted)
5 Transceiver heat sink

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10-GB X2 Transceivers

Note X2 transceivers support patch cords with either PC or UPC connectors. The X2 transceivers do not
support patch cords with APC connectors.

Table A-11 lists the cabling specifications for the X2 transceivers.

Table A-11 X2 Transceiver Cabling Specifications

X2 Transceiver Connector Wavelength Cable Type Core Size Modal Maximum Cabling
Product Number Type (nm) (microns)1 Bandwidth Distance2
(MHz/km
X2-10GB-CX4 InfiniBand — InfiniBand — — 49.2 feet (15 m)3
4X (copper)
X2-10GB-SR SC duplex 850 MMF 62.5 160 85.3 feet (26 m)
62.5 200 108.3 feet (33 m)
50.0 400 216.5 feet (66 m)
50.0 500 269 feet (82 m)
50.0 2000 984.3 feet (300 m)
X2-10GB-LRM SC duplex 1310 MMF 62.5 500 721.8 feet (220 m)4
50.0 400 328 feet (100 m)
50.0 500 721.8 feet (220 m)
X2-10GB-LX4 SC duplex 1310 MMF 62.5 500 984.3 feet (300 m)5
50.0 400 787.4 feet (240 m)
50.0 500 984.3 feet (300 m)
6
X2-10GB-LR SC duplex 1310 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 6.21 miles (10 km)
7
X2-10GB-ER SC duplex 1550 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 24.84 miles (40 km)
X2-10GB-ZR SC duplex 1530–1565 SMF (NDSF) 8.6–9.5 — 49.7 miles (80 km)
1. The numbers given for multimode fiber-optic (MMF) cable refer to the core diameter; the numbers for single-mode fiber refer to mode field diameter.
2. Cable distances are based on fiber loss. Additional factors, such as the number of splices and the optical quality of the fiber, can affect cabling distances.
3. The Cisco X2-10GB-CX4 transceiver supports link lengths of up to 49.2 feet (15 m) on CX4 cable. Cisco offers four CX4 cables: CAB-INF-28G-1=
(1 meter cable), CAB-INF-28G-5= (5 meter cable), CAB-INF-28G-10= (10 meter cable), and CAB-INF-28G-15= (15 meter cable).
4. The Cisco X2-10GB-LRM transceiver supports link lengths of 220 meters on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) grade multimode fiber
(MMF). To ensure that specifications are met over FDDI-grade, OM1 and OM2 fibers, the transmitter should be coupled through a mode conditioning
patch cord. Cisco offers two mode conditioning patch cords: CAB-GELX-625= (mode conditioning patch cable 62.5 microns, dual SC connectors) and
CAB-MCP50-SC= (mode conditioning patch cable 50 microns, dual SC connectors). No mode conditioning patch cord is required for applications using
OM3.
5. The Cisco X2-10GB-LX4 transceiver supports link lengths of 300 meters on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) grade multimode fiber
(MMF). To ensure that specifications are met, the transmitter output should be coupled through a mode conditioning patch cord. Cisco offers two mode
conditioning patch cords: CAB-GELX-625= (mode conditioning patch cable, 62.5 microns, dual SC connectors) and CAB-MCP50-SC= (mode
conditioning patch cable, 50 microns, dual SC connectors).
6. Nondispersion-shifted single-mode fiber-optic cable (ITU G.652 compliant).
7. Requires a 5 dB 1550 nm fixed loss attenuator for distances less than 20 km. The attenuator (WS-X6K-5DB-ATT=) is available from Cisco.

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10-GB X2 Transceivers

Table A-12 X2 Transceiver Optical Transmit and Receive Specifications

X2 Transceiver Product Transceiver Type Transmit Power (dBm) Receive Power (dBm)1 Transmit and Receive
Number Wavelength (nm)
X2-10GB-SR 10GBASE-SR –1.2 (maximum) –1.0 (maximum) 840 to 860
(850-nm MMF)
–7.3 (minimum) –9.9 (minimum)
X2-10GB-LRM 10GBASE-LRM 0.5 (maximum) 0.5 (maximum) 1260 to 1355
(1310-nm)
–6.5 (minimum) –8.4 (minimum in
average)
–6.4 (minimum in
OMA)2
X2-10GB-LX4 10GBASE-LX4 –0.5 per lane –0.5 (maximum) Four lanes; overall range:
(WWDM 1300-nm (maximum) –14.4 per lane
1269 to 1356
MMF) –6.75 (minimum per
lane in OMA)
X2-10GB-LR 10GBASE-LR 0.5 (maximum) 0.5 (maximum) Transmit—1260 to 1355
(1310-nm SMF)
–8.2 (minimum) –14.4 (minimum) Receive—1260 to 15653
X2-10GB-ER 10GBASE-ER 4.0 (maximum) –1.0 (maximum) Transmit—1530 to 1565
(1550-nm SMF)
–4.7 (minimum) –15.8 (minimum) Receive—1260 to 15653
X2-10GB-ZR 10GBASE-ZR 4.0 (maximum) –7.0 (maximum) Transmit—1530 to 1565
0.0 (minimum) –24.0 (minimum Receive—1530 to 15654
1. The maximum receive dBm value indicates the overload threshold of the receiver. The minimum receive dBm value indicates the lowest acceptable signal
level coming into the receiver that allows correct signal recognition.
2. Both the average and the OMA specifications must be met simultaneously.
3. Even though the receiver can accept a wide wavelength range, the specifications are guaranteed for a signal within the transmit wavelength range.
4. The receiver can accept a wavelength range from 1260 to 1565 nm, but the specifications are guaranteed for a signal within the transmit wavelength range.

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10-GB X2 Transceivers

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Table A-13 lists the physical and environmental specifications for the X2 transceiver.

Table A-13 10-GB X2 Transceiver Physical and Environmental Specifications

Item Specification
Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.53 x 1.41 x 3.58 in. (13.46 x 36 x 91 mm)
Operating temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage temperature –40° to 185°F (–40° to 85°C)
Power consumption 4 W maximum1
1. The X2 transceiver port can support up to 4 W maximum. An SR X2 transceiver would typically consume less power than
a ZR X2 transceiver, but Cisco doesn’t offer strict specifications for each type.

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WDM Transceivers

WDM Transceivers
The supervisor engine uplink ports also support WDM transceivers. This section covers the following
supported WDM transceivers.
• CWDM GBIC Transceivers, page A-14
• DWDM GBIC Transceivers, page A-15
• CWDM SFP Transceivers, page A-16
• DWDM SFP Transceivers, page A-18
• DWDM XENPAK Transceivers, page A-20
• DWDM X2 Transceivers, page A-22

CWDM GBIC Transceivers

GBIC transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 2 uplink ports. Figure A-8 shows a typical
CWDM GBIC transceiver with the major features identified.

Figure A-8 CWDM GBIC Transceiver

7 1 =
550 IC
G B IC-1 DM GB DE
M- -CW O
CWD 0BASE LE-M
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10 SING
2
6

5
84472

4 3

1 Color arrow on label 5 Optical bore dust plug

2 Alignment groove 6 Receive optical bore
3 Spring clip 7 Color dot
4 Transmit optical bore

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Table A-14 lists the CWDM GBIC model color codes and wavelengths.

Table A-14 CWDM GBIC Transceivers Color Codes and Wavelengths

Model Number Color Code CWDM GBIC Wavelength

CWDM-GBIC-1470= Gray 1470 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1490= Violet 1490 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1510= Blue 1510 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1530= Green 1530 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1550= Yellow 1550 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1570= Orange 1570 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1590= Red 1590 nm laser single-mode
CWDM-GBIC-1610= Brown 1610 nm laser single-mode

DWDM GBIC Transceivers

The DWDM GBIC transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 2 uplink ports. Figure A-9
shows a DWDM GBIC transceiver. Table A-15 lists the DWDM GBIC product numbers, the
wavelengths they operate at, and the associated ITU channel numbers.

Figure A-9 DWDM GBIC Transceiver Module

36494

Receiver Transmitter

Table A-15 DWDM GBIC Transceiver Product Numbers and ITU Channel Numbers

DWDM GBIC Description ITU Channel

Product Number
DWDM-GBIC-60.61= 1000BASE-DWDM 1560.61 nm GBIC 21
DWDM-GBIC-59.79= 1000BASE-DWDM 1559.79 nm GBIC 22
DWDM-GBIC-58.98= 1000BASE-DWDM 1558.98 nm GBIC 23
DWDM-GBIC-58.17= 1000BASE-DWDM 1558.17 nm GBIC 24
DWDM-GBIC-56.55= 1000BASE-DWDM 1556.55 nm GBIC 26
DWDM-GBIC-55.75= 1000BASE-DWDM 1555.75 nm GBIC 27
DWDM-GBIC-54.94= 1000BASE-DWDM 1554.94 nm GBIC 28
DWDM-GBIC-54.13= 1000BASE-DWDM 1554.13 nm GBIC 29
DWDM-GBIC-52.52= 1000BASE-DWDM 1552.52 nm GBIC 31
DWDM-GBIC-51.72= 1000BASE-DWDM 1551.72 nm GBIC 32

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Table A-15 DWDM GBIC Transceiver Product Numbers and ITU Channel Numbers (continued)

DWDM GBIC Description ITU Channel

Product Number
DWDM-GBIC-50.92= 1000BASE-DWDM 1550.92 nm GBIC 33
DWDM-GBIC-50.12= 1000BASE-DWDM 1550.12 nm GBIC 34
DWDM-GBIC-48.51= 1000BASE-DWDM 1548.51 nm GBIC 36
DWDM-GBIC-47.72= 1000BASE-DWDM 1547.72 nm GBIC 37
DWDM-GBIC-46.92= 1000BASE-DWDM 1546.92 nm GBIC 38
DWDM-GBIC-46.12= 1000BASE-DWDM 1546.12 nm GBIC 39
DWDM-GBIC-44.53= 1000BASE-DWDM 1544.53 nm GBIC 41
DWDM-GBIC-43.73= 1000BASE-DWDM 1543.73 nm GBIC 42
DWDM-GBIC-42.94= 1000BASE-DWDM 1542.94 nm GBIC 43
DWDM-GBIC-42.14= 1000BASE-DWDM 1542.14 nm GBIC 44
DWDM-GBIC-40.56= 1000BASE-DWDM 1540.56 nm GBIC 46
DWDM-GBIC-39.77= 1000BASE-DWDM 1539.77 nm GBIC 47
DWDM-GBIC-39.98= 1000BASE-DWDM 1539.98 nm GBIC 48
DWDM-GBIC-38.19= 1000BASE-DWDM 1538.19 nm GBIC 49
DWDM-GBIC-36.61= 1000BASE-DWDM 1536.61 nm GBIC 51
DWDM-GBIC-35.82= 1000BASE-DWDM 1535.82 nm GBIC 52
DWDM-GBIC-35.04= 1000BASE-DWDM 1535.04 nm GBIC 53
DWDM-GBIC-34.25= 1000BASE-DWDM 1534.25 nm GBIC 54
DWDM-GBIC-32.68= 1000BASE-DWDM 1532.68 nm GBIC 56
DWDM-GBIC-31.90= 1000BASE-DWDM 1531.90 nm GBIC 57
DWDM-GBIC-31.12= 1000BASE-DWDM 1531.12 nm GBIC 58
DWDM-GBIC-30.33= 1000BASE-DWDM 1530.33 nm GBIC 59

CWDM SFP Transceivers

The CWDM SFP transceivers are supported on the following supervisor engine uplink ports:
• Supervisor Engine 32 (WS-SUP32-GE-3B and WS-S32-GE-PISA only)
• Supervisor Engine 720 (WS-SUP720, WS-SUP720-3B, and WS-SUP720-3BXL)
• Supervisor Engine 720-10GE (VS-S720-10G-3C and VS-S720-10G-3CXL) (2 ports)
Figure A-10 shows a CWDM SFP transceiver with the major features identified.

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Figure A-10 CWDM SFP Transceiver

Color arrow on label

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3 0
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Dustplug
Receive optical bore
Transmit optical bore

113753
Bail clasp

Table A-16 lists the DWDM SFP transceiver optical specifications.

Table A-16 CWDM SFP Transceiver Optical Specifications

Specification Value
Transmitter spectral width 0.2 nm
Transmitter optical output power • 0 dBm (minimum
• 5.0 dBm (maximum)
Receiver optical input • 1450 nm (minimum)
wavelength
• 1620 nm (maximum)
Receiver optical input power • –28.0 dBm (minimum)1
• –29.0 dBm (minimum)2
• –7.0 dBm (maximum)
1. At 2.12 Gbps, 140°F (60°C) case temperature.
2. At 1.25 Gbps, 140°F (60°C) case temperature.

Table A-17 lists the CWDM SFP transceivers, their associated color codes, and their wavelengths.

Table A-17 CWDM SFP Transceivers Color Codes and Wavelengths

Model Number Color Code CWDM SFP Wavelength

CWDM-SFP-1470= Gray 1470 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1490= Violet 1490 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1510= Blue 1510 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1530= Green 1530 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1550= Yellow 1550 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1570= Orange 1570 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1590= Red 1590 nm laser, single-mode
CWDM-SFP-1610= Brown 1610 nm laser, single-mode

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DWDM SFP Transceivers

The DWDM SFP transceivers are supported on the following supervisor engine uplink ports:
• Supervisor Engine 32 (WS-SUP32-GE-3B and WS-S32-GE-PISA only)
• Supervisor Engine 720 (WS-SUP720, WS-SUP720-3B, and WS-SUP720-3BXL)
• Supervisor Engine 720-10GE (VS-S720-10G-3C and VS-S720-10G-3CXL) (2 ports)
The DWDM SFP transceivers support 32 nontunable ITU 100-GHz wavelengths that are compatible
with the Cisco ONS DWDM channel scheme.
Table A-18 lists the DWDM SFP transceiver optical specifications.

Table A-18 DWDM SFP Transceiver Optical Specifications

Specification Value
Transmitter spectral width 0.2 nm
Transmitter optical output power • 0 dBm (minimum
• 4.0 dBm (maximum)
Receiver optical input • 1530 nm (minimum)
wavelength
• 1565 nm (maximum)
Receiver optical input power • –28.0 dBm (minimum)1
• –22.0 dBm (minimum)2
• –9.0 dBm (maximum)
1. Power-limited performance.
2. Noise-limited performance.

Table A-19 lists the DWDM SFP transceivers, their optical wavelengths, and their associated ITU
channel numbers.

Table A-19 DWDM SFP Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers

DWDM X2 Product Number Description ITU

Channel
DWDM-SFP-60.61= 1000BASE-DWDM 1560.61 nm 21
DWDM-SFP-59.79= 1000BASE-DWDM 1559.79 nm 22
DWDM-SFP-5898= 1000BASE-DWDM 1558.98 nm 23
DWDM-SFP-5817= 1000BASE-DWDM 1558.17 nm 24
DWDM-SFP-5655= 1000BASE-DWDM 1556.55 nm 26
DWDM-SFP-5575= 1000BASE-DWDM 1555.75 nm 27
DWDM-SFP-5494= 1000BASE-DWDM 1554.94 nm 28
DWDM-SFP-5413= 1000BASE-DWDM 1554.13 nm 29
DWDM-SFP-5252= 1000BASE-DWDM 1552.52 nm 31
DWDM-SFP-5172= 1000BASE-DWDM 1551.72 nm 32

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Table A-19 DWDM SFP Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers (continued)

DWDM X2 Product Number Description ITU

Channel
DWDM-SFP-5092= 1000BASE-DWDM 1550.92 nm 33
DWDM-SFP-5012= 1000BASE-DWDM 1550.12 nm 34
DWDM-SFP-4851= 1000BASE-DWDM 1548.51 nm 36
DWDM-SFP-4772= 1000BASE-DWDM 1547.72 nm 37
DWDM-SFP-4692= 1000BASE-DWDM 1546.92 nm 38
DWDM-SFP-4612= 1000BASE-DWDM 1546.12 nm 39
DWDM-SFP-4453= 1000BASE-DWDM 1544.53 nm 41
DWDM-SFP-4373= 1000BASE-DWDM 1543.73 nm 42
DWDM-SFP-4294= 1000BASE-DWDM 1542.94 nm 43
DWDM-SFP-4214= 1000BASE-DWDM 1542.14 nm 44
DWDM-SFP-4056= 1000BASE-DWDM 1540.56 nm 46
DWDM-SFP-3977= 1000BASE-DWDM 1539.77 nm 47
DWDM-SFP-3998= 1000BASE-DWDM 1539.98 nm 48
DWDM-SFP-3819= 1000BASE-DWDM 1538.19 nm 49
DWDM-SFP-3661= 1000BASE-DWDM 1536.61 nm 51
DWDM-SFP-3582= 1000BASE-DWDM 1535.82 nm 52
DWDM-SFP-3504= 1000BASE-DWDM 1535.04 nm 53
DWDM-SFP-3425= 1000BASE-DWDM 1534.25 nm 54
DWDM-SFP-3268= 1000BASE-DWDM 1532.68 nm 56
DWDM-SFP-3190= 1000BASE-DWDM 1531.90 nm 57
DWDM-SFP-3112= 1000BASE-DWDM 1531.12 nm 58
DWDM-SFP-3033= 1000BASE-DWDM 1530.33 nm 59

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DWDM XENPAK Transceivers

The DWDM XENPAK transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 32 (WS-SUP32-10GE-3B
and WS-S32-10GE-PISA only) uplink ports. There are 32 nontunable ITU 100-GHz wavelengths that
are compatible with the Cisco ONS DWDM channel scheme. The DWDM XENPAK transceivers
support digital optical monitoring (DOM). Figure A-11 shows a DWDM XENPAK transceiver with the
major features identified.

Figure A-11 DWDM XENPACK Optical Transceiver

3 4

TX

2 RX

99376
1

1 Captive installation screw 3 Optical bore dust plug

2 Transmit optical bore 4 Receive optical bore

Table A-20 lists the DWDM XENPAK transceiver optical specifications.

Table A-20 DWDM XENPAK Transceiver Optical Specifications

Specification Value
Transmitter spectral width 0.2 nm
Transmitter optical output power • –1.0 dBm (minimum
• 3.0 dBm (maximum)
Receiver optical input • 1530 nm (minimum)
wavelength
• 1565 nm (maximum)
Receiver optical input power • –24.0 dBm (minimum)1
• –17.0 dBm (minimum 2
• –7.0 dBm (maximum)
1. Power-limited performance.
2. Noise-limited performance.

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Table A-21 lists the physical and environmental specifications for the DWDM XENPAK transceivers.

Table A-21 DWDM XENPAK Transceiver Physical and Environmental Specifications

Item Specification
Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.47 x 1.42 x 4.76 in. (18 x 36 x 121 mm)
Weight Typically under 10.58 ounces (300 grams)
Operating temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage temperature –40° to 185°F (–40° to 85°C)

Table A-22 lists the DWDM XENPAK transceivers, their wavelengths, and their associated ITU channel
numbers.

Table A-22 DWDM XENPAK Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers

DWDM XENPAK Description ITU

Product Number Channel
DWDM-XENPAK-60.61= 10GBASE-DWDM 1560.61 nm 21
DWDM-XENPAK-59.79= 10GBASE-DWDM 1559.79 nm 22
DWDM-XENPAK-58.98= 10GBASE-DWDM 1558.98 nm 23
DWDM-XENPAK-58.17= 10GBASE-DWDM 1558.17 nm 24
DWDM-XENPAK-56.55= 10GBASE-DWDM 1556.55 nm 26
DWDM-XENPAK-55.75= 10GBASE-DWDM 1555.75 nm 27
DWDM-XENPAK-54.94= 10GBASE-DWDM 1554.94 nm 28
DWDM-XENPAK-54.13= 10GBASE-DWDM 1554.13 nm 29
DWDM-XENPAK-52.52= 10GBASE-DWDM 1552.52 nm 31
DWDM-XENPAK-51.72= 10GBASE-DWDM 1551.72 nm 32
DWDM-XENPAK-50.92= 10GBASE-DWDM 1550.92 nm 33
DWDM-XENPAK-50.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1550.12 nm 34
DWDM-XENPAK-48.51= 10GBASE-DWDM 1548.51 nm 36
DWDM-XENPAK-47.72= 10GBASE-DWDM 1547.72 nm 37
DWDM-XENPAK-46.92= 10GBASE-DWDM 1546.92 nm 38
DWDM-XENPAK-46.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1546.12 nm 39
DWDM-XENPAK-44.53= 10GBASE-DWDM 1544.53 nm 41
DWDM-XENPAK-43.73= 10GBASE-DWDM 1543.73 nm 42
DWDM-XENPAK-42.94= 10GBASE-DWDM 1542.94 nm 43
DWDM-XENPAK-42.14= 10GBASE-DWDM 1542.14 nm 44
DWDM-XENPAK-40.56= 10GBASE-DWDM 1540.56 nm 46
DWDM-XENPAK-39.77= 10GBASE-DWDM 1539.77 nm 47
DWDM-XENPAK-39.98= 10GBASE-DWDM 1539.98 nm 48
DWDM-XENPAK-38.19= 10GBASE-DWDM 1538.19 nm 49

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Table A-22 DWDM XENPAK Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers (continued)

DWDM XENPAK Description ITU

Product Number Channel
DWDM-XENPAK-36.61= 10GBASE-DWDM 1536.61 nm 51
DWDM-XENPAK-35.82= 10GBASE-DWDM 1535.82 nm 52
DWDM-XENPAK-35.04= 10GBASE-DWDM 1535.04 nm 53
DWDM-XENPAK-34.25= 10GBASE-DWDM 1534.25 nm 54
DWDM-XENPAK-32.68= 10GBASE-DWDM 1532.68 nm 56
DWDM-XENPAK-31.90= 10GBASE-DWDM 1531.90 nm 57
DWDM-XENPAK-31.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1531.12 nm 58
DWDM-XENPAK-30.33= 10GBASE-DWDM 1530.33 nm 59

DWDM X2 Transceivers
The DWDM X2 transceivers are supported on the Supervisor Engine 720-10GE (VS-S720-10G-3C and
VS-S720-10G-3CXL) uplink ports. There are 32 nontunable ITU 100-GHz wavelengths that are
compatible with the Cisco ONS DWDM channel scheme. The DWDM X2 transceivers support digital
optical monitoring (DOM). Figure A-12 shows the DWDM X2 transceiver with the major features
identified.

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Figure A-12 DWDM X2 Transceiver

Latching sleeve retracted;

latch extended
5

1
7
2

Latching sleeve extended;

latch retracted

8
120754

1 Transmit optical bore 6 Module connector

2 Receive optical bore 7 Latch (extended)
3 Latching sleeve (retracted) 8 Latching sleeve (extended)
4 EMI gasket 9 Latch (retracted)
5 Transceiver heat sink

Table A-23 lists the DWDM X2 transceiver optical specifications.

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Table A-23 DWDM X2 Transceiver Optical Specifications

Specification Value
Transmitter spectral width 0.2 nm
Transmitter optical output power • –1.0 dBm (minimum
• 3.0 dBm (maximum)
Receiver optical input • 1530 nm (minimum)
wavelength
• 1565 nm (maximum)
Receiver optical input power • –23.0 dBm (minimum)
• –7.0 dBm (maximum)

Table A-24 lists the DWDM X2 transceivers, their optical wavelengths, and their associated ITU channel
numbers.

Table A-24 DWDM X2 Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers

DWDM X2 Product Number Description ITU

Channel
DWDM-X2-60.61= 10GBASE-DWDM 1560.61 nm 21
DWDM-X2-59.79= 10GBASE-DWDM 1559.79 nm 22
DWDM-X2-58.98= 10GBASE-DWDM 1558.98 nm 23
DWDM-X2-58.17= 10GBASE-DWDM 1558.17 nm 24
DWDM-X2-56.55= 10GBASE-DWDM 1556.55 nm 26
DWDM-X2-55.75= 10GBASE-DWDM 1555.75 nm 27
DWDM-X2-54.94= 10GBASE-DWDM 1554.94 nm 28
DWDM-X2-54.13= 10GBASE-DWDM 1554.13 nm 29
DWDM-X2-52.52= 10GBASE-DWDM 1552.52 nm 31
DWDM-X2-51.72= 10GBASE-DWDM 1551.72 nm 32
DWDM-X2-50.92= 10GBASE-DWDM 1550.92 nm 33
DWDM-X2-50.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1550.12 nm 34
DWDM-X2-48.51= 10GBASE-DWDM 1548.51 nm 36
DWDM-X2-47.72= 10GBASE-DWDM 1547.72 nm 37
DWDM-X2-46.92= 10GBASE-DWDM 1546.92 nm 38
DWDM-X2-46.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1546.12 nm 39
DWDM-X2-44.53= 10GBASE-DWDM 1544.53 nm 41
DWDM-X2-43.73= 10GBASE-DWDM 1543.73 nm 42
DWDM-X2-42.94= 10GBASE-DWDM 1542.94 nm 43
DWDM-X2-42.14= 10GBASE-DWDM 1542.14 nm 44

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Table A-24 DWDM X2 Transceiver Module Product Numbers and

ITU Channel Numbers (continued)

DWDM X2 Product Number Description ITU

Channel
DWDM-X2-40.56= 10GBASE-DWDM 1540.56 nm 46
DWDM-X2-39.77= 10GBASE-DWDM 1539.77 nm 47
DWDM-X2-39.98= 10GBASE-DWDM 1539.98 nm 48
DWDM-X2-38.19= 10GBASE-DWDM 1538.19 nm 49
DWDM-X2-36.61= 10GBASE-DWDM 1536.61 nm 51
DWDM-X2-35.82= 10GBASE-DWDM 1535.82 nm 52
DWDM-X2-35.04= 10GBASE-DWDM 1535.04 nm 53
DWDM-X2-34.25= 10GBASE-DWDM 1534.25 nm 54
DWDM-X2-32.68= 10GBASE-DWDM 1532.68 nm 56
DWDM-X2-31.90= 10GBASE-DWDM 1531.90 nm 57
DWDM-X2-31.12= 10GBASE-DWDM 1531.12 nm 58
DWDM-X2-30.33= 10GBASE-DWDM 1530.33 nm 59

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Mode-Conditioning Patch Cords

A mode-conditioning patch cord is recommended for use between optical transceivers that use lasers
operating at 1300 nm and certain types of multimode fiber (MMF) optic cable. In situations where an
optical transceiver operating at 1300 nm needs to be coupled to a short length of FDDI-grade, OM1, or
OM2 fiber cable, a mode-conditioning patch cord needs to be inserted at both ends of the link to prevent
the optical transceiver receivers from being overdriven. In situations where an 1300 nm laser transceiver
needs to be coupled to a long length of FDDI-grade, OM1, or OM2 fiber cable, a MCP needs to be
inserted at both ends of the link to reduce the effects of differential mode delay.
When an unconditioned laser source designed for operation on single-mode optical fiber is directly
coupled to a multimode optical fiber cable, an effect known as differential mode delay (DMD) might
result in a degradation of the modal bandwidth of the optical fiber cable.
This degradation results in a decrease in the link span (the distance between a transmitter and a receiver)
that can be supported reliably. The effect of DMD can be overcome by conditioning the launch
characteristics of a laser source. A practical means of performing this conditioning is to use a device
called a mode-conditioning patch cord.
A mode-conditioning patch cord assembly is composed of duplex optical fibers, including a
single-mode-to-multimode offset launch fiber connected to the transmitter, and a second conventional
graded-index multimode optical fiber connected to the receiver. Table A-25 lists and describes the three
types of mode-conditioning patch cords available from Cisco.

Table A-25 Mode-Conditioning Patch Cords

Mode-Conditioning Description
Patch Cord
CAB-GELX-625= IEEE 802.3z-compliant optical fiber assembly consisting of a
single-mode fiber permanently coupled off-center to a 62.5-micron
multimode optical fiber with duplex SC male connectors at both
ends. The patch cord is 3 meters (9.84 feet) in length. (See
Figure A-13.)
CAB-MCP50-SC= IEEE 802.3z-compliant optical fiber assembly consisting of a
single-mode fiber permanently coupled off-center to a 50-micron
multimode optical fiber with duplex SC male connectors at both
ends. The patch cord is 1 meter (3.28 feet) in length. (See
Figure A-13.)
CAB-MCP-LC= IEEE 802.3z-compliant optical fiber assembly consisting of a
single-mode fiber permanently coupled off-center to a 62.5-micron
multimode optical fiber with duplex SC male connectors at one end
and duplex LC male connectors at the other end. The patch cord is
1 meter (3.28 feet) in length. (See Figure A-14.)

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Figure A-13 Mode Conditioning Patch Cord with SC (GBIC Transceiver) Connector

1 // 1

2 // Offset // 9

RX

57011
TX
3
4 5 7 8 6 1

1 Beige color identifier 6 Multimode fiber (MMF) (either 62.5/125 or

50/125 micron)
2 To 1-Gigabit or 10-Gigabit Ethernet interface 7 Single-mode fiber (SMF)
(SC male connector)
3 Rx (receiver) 8 Offset junction
4 Tx (transmitter) 9 To cable plant (SC male connector)
5 Blue color identifier

Figure A-14 Mode Conditioning Patch Cord with LC (SFP Transceiver) Connector

1 7
//
// Offset
//
2
8

RX TX

84159
3 5 6 4 7

1 Gray color identifier 5 Single-mode fiber

2 To 1-Gigabit or 10-Gigabit Ethernet interface 6 Offset junction
(LC male connector)
3 Blue color identifier 7 Beige color identifier
4 Multimode fiber (62.5/125 micron) 8 To cable plant (SC male connector)

Table A-26 lists the mode-conditioning patch cord requirements for 1-Gigabit and 10-Gigabit LX/LH,
LX4, and LRM transceivers.

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Table A-26 Optical Transceivers Using a Mode-Conditioning Patch Cord

Transceiver Mode-Conditioning Patch Cord Usage

GBIC LX/LH transceiver When deploying a 1300 nm LX/LH transceiver, you must install a
(WS-G5486=) mode-conditioning patch cord between the LX/LH transceiver and the MMF cable
on both the transmit and receive ends of the link. The mode-conditioning patch
SFP LX/LH transceiver
cord is required for:
(GLC-LH-SM=)
• FDDI-grade (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM1 (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM2 (50/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
If you are using OM3 (50/125 micron, laser optimized) fiber-optic cable, you
might not need to use a mode-conditioning patch card.
The mode-conditioning patch cord is required with the FDDI-grade, OM1, or
OM2 cables when the link lengths are:
• Less than 328 feet (100 m)—The mode-conditioning patch cord attenuates
the signal which prevents overloading the receiver.
Note A 5dB attenuator can also be used to prevent overloading the receiver.

• Greater than 984 feet (300 m)—The mode-conditioning patch cord reduces
differential mode delay.

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Table A-26 Optical Transceivers Using a Mode-Conditioning Patch Cord (continued)

Transceiver Mode-Conditioning Patch Cord Usage

XENPAK LX4 transceiver When deploying a 1300 nm LX4 transceiver, you must install a
(XENPAK-10GB-LX4=) mode-conditioning patch cord between the LX4 transceiver and the MMF cable
on both the transmit and receive ends of the link. The mode-conditioning patch
X2 LX4 transceiver
cord is required when using the following types of MMF cables:
(X2-10GB-LX4=)
• FDDI-grade (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM1 (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM2 (50/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
If you are using OM3 (50/125 micron, laser optimized) fiber-optic cable, you
might not need to use a mode-conditioning patch card.
The mode-conditioning patch cord is required when the link lengths are:
• Less than 328 feet (100 m)—The mode-conditioning patch cord attenuates
the signal which prevents overloading the receiver.
Note A 5dB attenuator can also be used to prevent receiver overload.

• 984 feet (300 m)—The LX4 transceiver supports link lengths of 984 feet
(300 meters) on standard FDDI-grade MMF. To ensure that specifications are
met, the transmitter output should be coupled through a mode conditioning
patch cord.
XENPAK LRM transceiver When deploying a 1300 nm LRM transceiver, you must install a
(XENPAK-10GB-LRM=) mode-conditioning patch cord between the LRM and the MMF cable on both the
transmit and receive ends of the link. The mode-conditioning patch cord is
X2 LRM transceiver
required when using the following types of MMF cables:
(X2-10GB-LRM=)
• FDDI-grade (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM1 (62.5/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
• OM2 (50/125 micron) MMF fiber-optic cable
If you are using OM3 (50/125 micron, laser optimized) fiber-optic cable, you
might not need to use a mode-conditioning patch card.
The mode-conditioning patch cord is required when the link lengths are:
• Less than 328 feet (100 m)—The mode-conditioning patch cord attenuates
the signal which prevents overloading the receiver.
Note A 5dB attenuator can also be used to prevent receiver overload.

722 feet (220 m)—The LRM transceiver supports link lengths of 722 feet (220 m)
on standard FDDI-grade MMF. To ensure that specifications are met, the
transmitter output should be coupled through a mode conditioning patch cord. To
ensure that specifications are met over FDDI-grade, OM1, and OM2 fibers, the
transmitter should be coupled through a mode-conditioning patch cord. No
mode-conditioning patch cord is required for applications over OM3 fiber.

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 Appendix A Pluggable Transceivers
Cleaning the Fiber-Optic Connectors

Cleaning the Fiber-Optic Connectors

Fiber-optic connectors are used to connect two optical fibers together. In a fiber-optic system, light is
transmitted through an extremely small fiber core; 62.5 microns or less in diameter for multimode
fiber-optic cable and 8 to 10 microns in diameter for single-mode fiber-optic cable. Because dust
particles can range from a tenth of a micron to several microns in diameter, any contamination on the
end face of the fiber core can degrade the performance of the connector interface where the two cores
meet. Therefore, the connectors must be precisely aligned, and the connector interface must be
absolutely free of trapped foreign material.

Note Fiber-optic cable connectors can be damaged by improper cleaning and connection procedures.

Caution Use extreme care when removing or installing connectors so that you do not damage the connector
housing or scratch the end-face surface of the fiber. Always install protective covers on unused or
disconnected components to prevent contamination. Always clean fiber connectors before installing
them.

To clean the optical connectors, use a CLETOP cassette cleaner and follow the product directions. If a
CLETOP cassette cleaner is not available or if you want additional cleaning information, refer to the
Inspection and Cleaning Procedures for Fiber-Optic Connections document at the following URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/tech/tk482/tk876/technologies_white_paper09186a0080254eba.shtml

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051

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