SFP Module Ports, Dual-Purpose Ports | Cisco Systems 2960 manual

Appendix A Connector and Cable Specifications

Connector Specifications

SFP Module Ports

The Catalyst 2960 switch uses SFP modules for fiber-optic and copper uplink ports. See the

Catalyst 2960 switch release notes for a list of supported SFP modules.

Figure A-2 Fiber-Optic SFP Module LC Connector

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

Figure A-3

	Copper SFP Module RJ-45 Connector
	Label	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
	TP0+
	TP0-
	TP1+
	TP2+
	TP2-
	TP1-
	TP3+	60915
	TP3-	60915
	TP3-

Dual-Purpose Ports

The Ethernet port on a dual-purpose port uses standard RJ-45 connectors. Figure A-4shows the pinouts.

The SFP module slot on a dual-purpose port uses SFP modules for fiber-optic and copper uplink ports. See the Catalyst 2960 switch release notes for a list of supported SFP modules.

Note The auto-MDIX feature is enabled by default. For configuration information for this feature, see the switch software configuration guide or the switch command reference.

Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide

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2960 specifications

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SFP Module Ports

Figure A-2 Fiber-Optic SFP Module LC Connector

Figure A-3

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Dual-Purpose Ports

2960 specifications