Datasheet
This uses Cisco Gigastack connector and cable.
Part Number: WS-X3500-XL (GigaStack GBIC)
This uses LC fiber-optic connector or RJ-45 for
1000Base-T SFP.
Part numbers: GLC-T (1000Base-T SFP) GLC-SX-
MM (1000Base-SX SFP) GLC-LH-SM (1000Base-
LX/LH SFP) GLC-ZX-SM (1000Base-ZX)
GBIC and SFP support depends on the platform and software version. Refer to these documents for
GigabitEthernet system requirements, as well as GBIC system requirements, Coarse Wave Division
Multiplexer (CWDM) GBIC, Gigastack GBIC, and SFP system requirements:
● System Requirements to Implement Gigabit Ethernet on Catalyst Switches
● Catalyst GigaStack Gigabit Interface Converter Switch Compatibility Matrix
● 1000BASE-T GBIC Installation Notes
● Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC) Module and Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) GBIC Module
Installation Information and Specifications
● GBIC, SFP, and Passive Devices Documentation
Catalyst 6500/6000 Switch Connectors and Cables
Identify the switch chassis and switching module part number. Use this table in order to match up the part
number with the type of connector and cable used.
Note: This guide does not cover cables for the Catalyst 6000 Optical Services Module (OSM) or port
adapter cables for the FlexWAN card.
Refer to
Optical Services Module Installation and Verification Note for OSM cabling and specifications.