Cisco GLC-FE-100EX SFP Transceiver 100Mbps 40km LC Fiber Module

• Legacy enterprise WAN interconnects
• Utility and energy sector remote monitoring links
• Government rural infrastructure connectivity
• Industrial control system networking
• Transportation and railway communication systems
• Oil and gas remote site networks
• Educational campus-to-campus legacy links
• Healthcare facility interconnection in distributed regions
• Security and surveillance network backhaul

• 100BASE-EX Fast Ethernet optical transceiver
• Supports 100 Mbps data transmission
• Long-reach connectivity up to 40 km over single-mode fiber
• LC duplex fiber connector interface
• Designed for extended-distance legacy network environments
• Stable optical transmission for WAN and remote links
• Compatible with Cisco SFP-supported platforms
• Hot-swappable SFP form factor
• Ideal for low-bandwidth but critical connectivity needs
• Enables cost-effective long-distance networking
• Reduces dependency on intermediate network nodes
• Supports legacy infrastructure modernization strategies
• Reliable performance in distributed enterprise environments

• Brand: Cisco
• Product Model: GLC-FE-100EX
• Product Type: Fast Ethernet SFP Optical Transceiver
• Standard: 100BASE-EX
• Data Rate: 100 Mbps
• Reach Distance: Up to 40 km
• Fiber Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
• Connector Type: LC Duplex
• Form Factor: Hot-swappable SFP
• Compatibility: Cisco SFP-supported networking devices
• Application: Long-distance legacy enterprise and WAN connectivity

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Organizations choose the Cisco GLC-FE-100EX when they need dependable long-distance connectivity at Fast Ethernet speeds without upgrading entire network infrastructures. It is particularly valuable for environments where legacy systems still operate but require stable inter-site communication.
• Compared to standard FE modules, this EX variant extends transmission capability up to 40 km, reducing the need for intermediate network equipment or costly infrastructure redesigns. It supports gradual network modernization strategies, improves operational continuity, and helps organizations extend the lifecycle of existing networking investments while maintaining stable WAN performance.