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9033639 Installation 19
Network Cable Requirements
Fiber
Table 2-1 specifies the fiber types, bandwidth requirements, and length
constraints for the Gigabit Ethernet fiber interface on the switch’s SC
ports.
Table 2-1. 1000Base-SX Fiber Specifications
Fiber Diameter
(microns)
Modal Bandwidth @ 850 nm Range
62.5 µm MMF 160 MHz/km 2-220 Meters
62.5 µm MMF 200 MHz/km 2-275 Meters
50 µm MMF 400 MHz/km 2-500 Meters
50 µm MMF 500 MHz/km 2-550 Meters
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