Cisco Small Form-Factor Pluggable Modules

Installation Notes

This installation note provides the installation instructions for the Cisco Small Form-Factor Pluggable
(SFP) transceiver modules. The SFP transceiver modules are hot-swappable input/output (I/O) devices
that plug into 100BASE and 1000BASE ports, which connects the module port with the fiber-optic or
copper network. The product numbers and brief description of the SFP transceiver modules are listed in
Table 1.

Table 1 SFP Modules Product Numbers

SFP Transceiver Modules

Product Number Transceiver Description
GLC-SX-MM= Cisco 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver module for
MMF, 850-nm wavelength
GLC-LH-SM= Cisco 1000BASE-LX/LH SFP transceiver module for
SMF, 1300-nm wavelength
GLC-ZX-SM= Cisco 1000BASE-ZX SFP transceiver module for
SMF, 1550-nm wavelength
GLC-T= 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver module for copper
networks
GLC-BX-D= 1000BASE-BX10 SFP module for single-strand SMF,
1490-nm TX/1310-nm RX wavelength
GLC-BX-U= 1000BASE-BX10 SFP module for single-strand SMF,
1310-nm TX/1490-nm RX wavelength
GLC-FE-100FX= 100BASE-FX SFP module for 100-Mb ports, MMF,
1310-nm wavelength
GLC-FE-100LX= 100BASE-LX10 SFP module for 100-Mb ports, SMF,
1310-nm wavelength
GLC-FE-100BX-D= 100BASE-BX10-D SFP module for single-strand
SMF, 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX wavelength
GLC-FE-100BX-U= 100BASE-BX10-U SFP module for single-strand
SMF, 1310-nm TX/1550-nm RX wavelength

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Contents
This document contains these sections:
• Overview, page 2
• Safety, page 4
• Required Tools, page 9
• Installing SFP Transceiver Modules, page 10
• Removing SFP Transceiver Modules, page 13
• Obtaining Documentation, page 15
• Documentation Feedback, page 16
• Cisco Product Security Overview, page 16
• Obtaining Technical Assistance, page 17
• Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page 18

Overview
The SFP transceiver modules are hot-pluggable I/O devices that plug into module sockets. The
transceiver connects the electrical circuitry of the module with the optical or copper network.
You can use any combination of SFP modules that your Cisco device supports. The only restrictions are
that each 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.
Cable lengths for 1000BASE-T SFP module copper connections cannot exceed 328 feet (100 meters)
Use only Cisco SFP transceiver modules on your Cisco device. Each SFP transceiver module has an
internal serial EEPROM that is encoded with security information. This encoding allows Cisco to
identify and validate that the SFP transceiver module meets the requirements for the device.
An SFP transceiver module is shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1 SFP Transceiver Module (Fiber-Optic LC Connector)

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Note SFP transceivers that operate with single-strand SMF, have only one optical bore; the other bore is
blocked off.

Figure 2 !000BASE-T SFP Transceiver (RJ-45 Connector)

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LC SFPs provide duplex single-mode and multimode connections in supported devices. Table 2 lists the
cable specifications for fiber-optic SFP module ports.

Table 2 SFP Transceiver Module Cabling Specifications

Modal
SFP Module Model Wavelength Core Size Bandwidth
Speed (nanometers) Fiber Type (micron) (MHz/km) Cable Distance
GLC-SX-MM 850 MMF 62.5 160 722 feet (220 m)
62.5 200 902 feet (275 m)
(1000BASE-SX)
50.0 400 1640 feet (500 m)
50.0 500 1804 feet (550 m)
GLC-LH-SM 1310 MMF1 62.5 500 1804 feet (550 m)
50.0 400 1804 feet (550 m)
(1000BASE-LX/LH)
50.0 500 1804 feet (550 m)
SMF G.652 — 32,810 feet (10 km)
GLC-BX-D 1490 SMF G.652 — 32,810 feet (10 km)
(downstream)
GLC-BX-U 1310 SMF G.652 — 32,810 feet (10 km)
(upstream)
GLC-ZX-SM 1550 SMF G.652 — 43.4 to 62 miles (70
to 100 km)
(1000BASE-ZX)
1. A mode-conditioning patch cord is required at all times per IEEE specifications.

Note For the GLC-ZX-SM, the minimum attenuation between the transmit bore (TX) and the receive bore
(RX) is 8 dB. When using shorter distances of single-mode fiber cable, you might need to insert an inline
optical attenuator in the link to avoid overloading the receiver.

Copper SFP modules can operate at 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps on some Cisco devices. To find the supported
speeds for the 1000BASE-T SFP modules in your Cisco device, refer to the Compatibility Matrix for
1000BASE-T Small Form-Factor Pluggable Modules.
Copper 1000BASE-T SFP transceivers use standard four twisted-pair, Category 5 cable at lengths up to
328.08 feet (100 meters).
Table 3 lists the cabling specifications for the 100BASE-BX10 and 1000BASE-BX10 SFP transceivers.

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Table 3 100BASE-BX10 and 1000BASE-BX10 SFP Transceiver Cabling Specifications

Transceiver Module Cabling specification

GLC-BX-D= 1000BASE-BX10 SFP transceiver for SMF
(single-strand) links 6.2 miles (10 km)
GLC-BX-U= 1000BASE-BX10 SFP transceiver for SMF
(single-strand) links 6.2 miles (10 km)
GLC-FE-100FX= 100BASE-FX SFP transceiver for MMF links
6.2 miles (10 km)
GLC-FE-100LX= 100BASE-LX10 SFP transceiver for SMF links
6.2 miles (10 km)
GLC-FE-100BX-D= 100BASE-BX10 SFP transceiver for SMF
(single-strand) links 6.2 miles (10 km)
GLC-FE-100BX-U= 100BASE-BX10 SFP transceiver for SMF
(single-strand) links 6.2 miles (10 km)

Safety
Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that may harm you if performed
incorrectly or are ignored. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement.

Statement 1071—Warning Definition

Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of
each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this
device.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Waarschuwing BELANGRIJKE VEILIGHEIDSINSTRUCTIES

Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in een situatie die lichamelijk letsel kan
veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust te zijn van de bij
elektrische schakelingen betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van de standaard
praktijken om ongelukken te voorkomen. Gebruik het nummer van de verklaring onderaan de
waarschuwing als u een vertaling van de waarschuwing die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, wilt
raadplegen.

BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES

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Varoitus TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA

Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Tilanne voi aiheuttaa ruumiillisia vammoja. Ennen kuin
käsittelet laitteistoa, huomioi sähköpiirien käsittelemiseen liittyvät riskit ja tutustu
onnettomuuksien yleisiin ehkäisytapoihin. Turvallisuusvaroitusten käännökset löytyvät laitteen
mukana toimitettujen käännettyjen turvallisuusvaroitusten joukosta varoitusten lopussa näkyvien
lausuntonumeroiden avulla.

SÄILYTÄ NÄMÄ OHJEET

Attention IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation pouvant
entraîner des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement, soyez
conscient des dangers liés aux circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures
couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents. Pour prendre connaissance des traductions des
avertissements figurant dans les consignes de sécurité traduites qui accompagnent cet appareil,
référez-vous au numéro de l'instruction situé à la fin de chaque avertissement.

CONSERVEZ CES INFORMATIONS

Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen
kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und
den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder
Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten
Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.

BEWAHREN SIE DIESE HINWEISE GUT AUF.

Avvertenza IMPORTANTI ISTRUZIONI SULLA SICUREZZA

Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe causare infortuni alle
persone. Prima di intervenire su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre essere al corrente dei pericoli
relativi ai circuiti elettrici e conoscere le procedure standard per la prevenzione di incidenti.
Utilizzare il numero di istruzione presente alla fine di ciascuna avvertenza per individuare le
traduzioni delle avvertenze riportate in questo documento.

CONSERVARE QUESTE ISTRUZIONI

Advarsel VIKTIGE SIKKERHETSINSTRUKSJONER

Dette advarselssymbolet betyr fare. Du er i en situasjon som kan føre til skade på person. Før du
begynner å arbeide med noe av utstyret, må du være oppmerksom på farene forbundet med
elektriske kretser, og kjenne til standardprosedyrer for å forhindre ulykker. Bruk nummeret i slutten
av hver advarsel for å finne oversettelsen i de oversatte sikkerhetsadvarslene som fulgte med denne
enheten.

TA VARE PÅ DISSE INSTRUKSJONENE

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Aviso INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA

Este símbolo de aviso significa perigo. Você está em uma situação que poderá ser causadora de
lesões corporais. Antes de iniciar a utilização de qualquer equipamento, tenha conhecimento dos
perigos envolvidos no manuseio de circuitos elétricos e familiarize-se com as práticas habituais de
prevenção de acidentes. Utilize o número da instrução fornecido ao final de cada aviso para
localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham este dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES

¡Advertencia! INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD

Este símbolo de aviso indica peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes de manipular
cualquier equipo, considere los riesgos de la corriente eléctrica y familiarícese con los
procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes. Al final de cada advertencia encontrará el
número que le ayudará a encontrar el texto traducido en el apartado de traducciones que acompaña
a este dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

Varning! VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSANVISNINGAR

Denna varningssignal signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till personskada.
Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med elkretsar och
känna till vanliga förfaranden för att förebygga olyckor. Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av
varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna
anordning.

SPARA DESSA ANVISNINGAR

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Aviso INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA

Este símbolo de aviso significa perigo. Você se encontra em uma situação em que há risco de lesões
corporais. Antes de trabalhar com qualquer equipamento, esteja ciente dos riscos que envolvem os
circuitos elétricos e familiarize-se com as práticas padrão de prevenção de acidentes. Use o
número da declaração fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de
segurança traduzidos que acompanham o dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES

Advarsel VIGTIGE SIKKERHEDSANVISNINGER

Dette advarselssymbol betyder fare. Du befinder dig i en situation med risiko for
legemesbeskadigelse. Før du begynder arbejde på udstyr, skal du være opmærksom på de
involverede risici, der er ved elektriske kredsløb, og du skal sætte dig ind i standardprocedurer til
undgåelse af ulykker. Brug erklæringsnummeret efter hver advarsel for at finde oversættelsen i de
oversatte advarsler, der fulgte med denne enhed.

GEM DISSE ANVISNINGER

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Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning Laser radiation is present when the system is open and interlocks bypassed. Statement 1014

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Statement 1030

Required Tools
You will need these tools to install the SFP transceiver:
• Wrist strap or other personal grounding device to prevent ESD occurrences.
• Antistatic mat or antistatic foam to set the transceiver on.
• Fiber-optic end-face cleaning tools and inspection equipment. For complete information on
inspecting and cleaning fiber-optic connections, refer to the white-paper document at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/tech/tk482/tk607/technologies_white_paper09186a0080254eba.shtml

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Installing SFP Transceiver Modules

SFP transceiver modules can have three types of latching devices to secure an SFP transceiver in a port
socket:
• Figure 3 shows an SFP transceiver with a Mylar tab latch.
• Figure 4 shows an SFP transceiver with an actuator button latch.
• Figure 5 shows an SFP transceiver that has a bale-clasp latch.
Determine which type of latch your SFP transceiver uses before following the installation and removal
procedures.

Caution We strongly recommend that you do not install or remove the SFP transceiver module with fiber-optic
cables attached to it because of the potential damage to the cables, the cable connector, or the optical
interfaces in the SFP transceiver. Disconnect all cables before removing or installing an SFP transceiver.

Removing and installing an SFP transceiver can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP
transceivers more often than is absolutely necessary.

Caution The SFP transceiver modules are static sensitive devices. Always use an ESD wrist strap or similar
individual grounding device when handling SFP transceivers or coming in contact with modules.

Figure 3 SFP Transceiver Module with a Mylar Tab Latch

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Figure 4 SFP Transceiver Module with an Actuator Button Latch

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Figure 5 SFP Module with a Bale-Clasp Latch

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To install an SFP transceiver, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to the ESD ground connector or a bare metal
surface on your chassis.
Step 2 Remove the SFP transceiver module from its protective packaging.

Note Do not remove the optical bore dust plugs until directed to do so later in the procedure.

Step 3 Check the label on the SFP transceiver body to verify that you have the correct model for your network.
Step 4 Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings that identify the top side of the SFP transceiver.

Note On some SFP transceivers, the TX and RX marking might be replaced by arrowheads pointing
from the SFP transceiver connector (transmit direction or TX) and toward the connector (receive
direction or RX).

Step 5 Position the SFP transceiver in front of the socket opening.

Note Different Cisco devices have different SFP module socket configurations. Your Cisco device
could have either a latch-up or a latch-down orientation. Ensure that you are installing the SFP
transceiver in the correct orientation for your Cisco device. For more details, refer to the
hardware installation instructions that came with your Cisco device.

Step 6 Insert the SFP transceiver into the socket until you feel the SFP transceiver module connector snap into
place in the socket connector. (See Figure 6.)

Figure 6 Inserting an SFP Transceiver into a Module Socket

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Note For optical SFP transceivers, before removing the dust plugs and making any optical connections,
observe the following guidelines:
• Always keep the protective dust plugs on the unplugged fiber-optic cable connectors and the
transceiver optical bores until you are ready to make a connection.
• Always inspect and clean the LC connector end-faces just before making any connections. Refer to
the Tip on this page for a pointer to a fiber-optic inspection and cleaning white paper.
• Always grasp the LC connector housing to plug or unplug a fiber-optic cable.

Step 7 Remove the dust plugs from the network interface cable LC connectors. Save the dust plugs for future
use.
Step 8 Inspect and clean the LC connector’s fiber-optic end-faces. Refer to the Tip below for a pointer to a
fiber-optic inspection and cleaning white paper.

Tip For complete information on inspecting and cleaning fiber-optic connections, refer to the white-paper
document at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/tech/tk482/tk607/technologies_white_paper09186a0080254eba.shtml

Step 9 Remove the dust plugs from the SFP transceiver optical bores.
Step 10 Immediately attach the network interface cable LC connector to the SFP transceiver.
Step 11 To connect 1000BASE-T SFP transceivers to a copper network, follow these substeps:

Caution To comply with GR-1089 intrabuilding lightning immunity requirements, you must use grounded,
shielded, twisted-pair Category 5 cabling.

a. Insert the Category 5 network cable RJ-45 connector into the SFP transceiver RJ-45 connector.

Note When connecting to a 1000BASE-T-compatible server, workstation, or router, use four

twisted-pair, straight-through Category 5 cabling for the SFP transceiver port. When
connecting to a 1000BASE-T-compatible switch or repeater, use four twisted-pair, crossover
Category 5 cabling.

b. Insert the other end of the network cable into an RJ-45 connector on a 1000BASE-T-compatible
target device.

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Step 12 Observe the port status LED:

• The LED turns green when the SFP transceiver and the target device have an established link.
• The LED turns amber while STP discovers the network topology and searches for loops. This
process takes about 30 seconds, and then the LED turns green.
• If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or
there might be a problem with the adapter installed in the target device. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section of your switch hardware guide for solutions to cabling problems.
c. Reconfigure and reboot the target device if necessary.

Removing SFP Transceiver Modules

Caution The SFP transceiver modules are static sensitive devices. Always use an ESD wrist strap or similar
individual grounding device when handling SFP transceivers or coming in contact with modules.

If you are removing an SFP transceiver module, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to the ESD ground connector or a bare metal
surface on your chassis.
Step 2 Disconnect the network fiber-optic cable or network copper cable from the SFP transceiver module
connector. For optical SFP transceivers, immediately reinstall the dust plugs in the SFP transceiver
optical bores and the fiber-optic cable LC connectors.

Tip For reattachment of fiber-optic cables, note which connector plug is send (TX) and which is receive
(RX).

Step 3 Release and remove the SFP transceiver module from the socket connector, as shown in Figure 7,
Figure 8, and Figure 9.
• If the SFP transceiver has a Mylar tab latch, pull the tab gently in a slightly downward direction until
the transceiver disengages from the socket connector, and then pull the SFP transceiver straight out.
Do not twist or pull the Mylar tab because you could detach it from the SFP transceiver.

Figure 7 Removing an SFP Transceiver Equipped with a Mylar Tab

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• If the SFP transceiver has an actuator button latch, gently press the actuator button on the front of
the SFP transceiver until it clicks and the latch mechanism releases the SFP transceiver from the
socket connector. Grasp the actuator button between your thumb and index finger, and carefully pull
the SFP transceiver straight from the module slot.

Figure 8 Removing an SFP Transceiver Equipped with an Actuator Button Latch

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• If the SFP transceiver has a bale-clasp latch, pull the bale out and down to eject the SFP transceiver
from the socket connector. If the bale-clasp latch is obstructed and you cannot use your index finger
to open it, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or other long, narrow instrument to open the bale-clasp
latch. Grasp the SFP transceiver between your thumb and index finger, and carefully remove it from
the socket.

Figure 9 Removing an SFP Transceiver Equipped with a Bale-Clasp Latch

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Step 4 Place the removed SFP transceiver in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.

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Obtaining Documentation
Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco.com. Cisco also provides several
ways to obtain technical assistance and other technical resources. These sections explain how to obtain
technical information from Cisco Systems.

Cisco.com
You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL:
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Documentation DVD
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Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Cisco Documentation DVD (product
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North America, by calling 1 800 553-NETS (6387).

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Never use a revoked or an expired encryption key. The correct public key to use in your correspondence
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In an emergency, you can also reach PSIRT by telephone:

• 1 877 228-7302
• 1 408 525-6532

Obtaining Technical Assistance

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a web or phone request for service. You can access the CPI tool from the Cisco Technical Support
Website by clicking the Tools & Resources link under Documentation & Tools. Choose Cisco Product
Identification Tool from the Alphabetical Index drop-down list, or click the Cisco Product
Identification Tool link under Alerts & RMAs. The CPI tool offers three search options: by product ID
or model name; by tree view; or for certain products, by copying and pasting show command output.
Search results show an illustration of your product with the serial number label location highlighted.
Locate the serial number label on your product and record the information before placing a service call.

Submitting a Service Request

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and S4 service requests are those in which your network is minimally impaired or for which you require
product information.) After you describe your situation, the TAC Service Request Tool provides
recommended solutions. If your issue is not resolved using the recommended resources, your service
request is assigned to a Cisco TAC engineer. The TAC Service Request Tool is located at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/servicerequest
For S1 or S2 service requests or if you do not have Internet access, contact the Cisco TAC by telephone.
(S1 or S2 service requests are those in which your production network is down or severely degraded.)
Cisco TAC engineers are assigned immediately to S1 and S2 service requests to help keep your business
operations running smoothly.

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To open a service request by telephone, use one of the following numbers:

Asia-Pacific: +61 2 8446 7411 (Australia: 1 800 805 227)
EMEA: +32 2 704 55 55
USA: 1 800 553-2447
For a complete list of Cisco TAC contacts, go to this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/contacts

Definitions of Service Request Severity

To ensure that all service requests are reported in a standard format, Cisco has established severity
definitions.
Severity 1 (S1)—Your network is “down,” or there is a critical impact to your business operations. You
and Cisco will commit all necessary resources around the clock to resolve the situation.
Severity 2 (S2)—Operation of an existing network is severely degraded, or significant aspects of your
business operation are negatively affected by inadequate performance of Cisco products. You and Cisco
will commit full-time resources during normal business hours to resolve the situation.
Severity 3 (S3)—Operational performance of your network is impaired, but most business operations
remain functional. You and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service
to satisfactory levels.
Severity 4 (S4)—You require information or assistance with Cisco product capabilities, installation, or
configuration. There is little or no effect on your business operations.

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Information about Cisco products, technologies, and network solutions is available from various online
and printed sources.
• Cisco Marketplace provides a variety of Cisco books, reference guides, and logo merchandise. Visit
Cisco Marketplace, the company store, at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/
• Cisco Press publishes a wide range of general networking, training and certification titles. Both new
and experienced users will benefit from these publications. For current Cisco Press titles and other
information, go to Cisco Press at this URL:
http://www.ciscopress.com
• Packet magazine is the Cisco Systems technical user magazine for maximizing Internet and
networking investments. Each quarter, Packet delivers coverage of the latest industry trends,
technology breakthroughs, and Cisco products and solutions, as well as network deployment and
troubleshooting tips, configuration examples, customer case studies, certification and training
information, and links to scores of in-depth online resources. You can access Packet magazine at
this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/packet

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• iQ Magazine is the quarterly publication from Cisco Systems designed to help growing companies
learn how they can use technology to increase revenue, streamline their business, and expand
services. The publication identifies the challenges facing these companies and the technologies to
help solve them, using real-world case studies and business strategies to help readers make sound
technology investment decisions. You can access iQ Magazine at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/go/iqmagazine
• Internet Protocol Journal is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems for engineering
professionals involved in designing, developing, and operating public and private internets and
intranets. You can access the Internet Protocol Journal at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/ipj
• World-class networking training is available from Cisco. You can view current offerings at
this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/index.html

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This document is to be used in conjunction with the publications documents that support your specific Cisco device.

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