9200L-48T-4X + 10Gbe Copper SFP?

[Cisco_]

Hi all,

I know this may be a long shot, but has anyone tried using the 10G-T-X (Copper) module in the 9200L series switch? (Currently not listed on the supported SFP list)

We have a need for a short copper run and our desire would be to nix the need of a media converter.

Any input helps!

Thanks!

[balaji.bandi]

Not me  - someone tried i know in the circle with 3rd party 10G SFP - it did not work, then they move to Fibre 10G -SR to fix the issue.

[Cisco_]

Hi @balaji.bandi 

Do you mean someone you know tried a 3rd party 10Gb copper SFP and it did not work?

Thanks for the reply.

[Reza Sharifi]

As you noted, the 9200 series switches do not support SFP-10G-T-S (copper). I know this works well on Nexus switches?

https://tmgmatrix.cisco.com/?npf=341&npf=342

HTH

[balaji.bandi]

yes, i mean copper 10GB in line with the context.  ( also when you use 3rd party TAC will not support 3rd party, if this is critical services you hosting)

[Leo Laohoo]

The answer is a yes and no.  Let me explain: 

1. Cisco released the SFP-10G-T-X back in December 2020, however, firmware support was aimed predominantly on the Nexus family of switches.  No word yet if SFP-10G-T-X will be supported on Catalyst switches.  
2. However, some 3rd party SFP-10G-T-X "compatible" optics can operate on Catalyst switches.  

NOTE:  Some people have been using/operating 3rd party SFP-10G-T since 2019.  
NOTE:  Before embarking on the 3rd party option, make sure to have it in writing that the 3rd party vendor will "re-flash" the optics to "Cisco".  

[Cisco_]

Hi again all and thanks for the replies.

FWIW, I don't plan on using 3rd party transceivers, I was just curious if someone had tried the 10G-T-X in the C9200 series switches.

I was hoping to get "lucky" and have someone chime in and say "it works great for us", HA! Wishful thinking I suppose.

The SFP itself is rather inexpensive (Cisco Genuine) and would be nice if we had the option for a short copper 10Gb run.

The caveat is the end devices are 10Gb copper and we are tying to find a solution that does not involve media converters. 

We don't plan on swapping out our 9200Ls.

Thanks again for all the input.

[balaji.bandi]

Personally its not harm trying, if you allowed in your environment with the Low cost SFP. (but matrix it self not supported) - this will become hit and run, if it work you are winner, if not you learned lessons that it not working. (that means you know now, No means No)

[Cisco_]

Hi all

Just to circle back, the 10G-T copper SFP is working fine in our 9200L

Thanks

[Reza Sharifi]

Hi,

Good to know that even though it is not listed in the matrix, it actually works.Thanks for the feedback!

[balaji.bandi]

Good test..!