ethernet cable to SFP+ port?

[silver64317]

I did some googling about the industry standard about modules, cables...etc, however, I still couldn't solve my doubts.

Would like to know is it possible to use any converter between Ethernet CAT 1G/10G cable and a switch with SFP+ interface?

(trying to connect some 1GbE and 10GbE RJ45 server NIC to a switch's SFP+ interface)

I noticed that the "Fiber to Ethernet Converters" may help, however, it is a device not a transceiver.

does anyone know how to solve the connection problem between CAT cable and SFP+ port?

thanks in advance!!

hope my question isn't so ridiculous..

[Leo Laohoo]

Data Sheet:  Cisco Nexus 7000 F2-Series Enhanced 48-Port 1 and 10GBASE-T Ethernet Copper Module

[Reza Sharifi]

If the server is copper and the switch is fiber than all you need is a media converter to convert from copper to fiber.

server-----copper-----M/C-----fiber-----switch

I have used many MC from Transition Networks and they all work well. You just have to look for the one that is for your setup. You can also get them as Amazon if they are available.

here is a link:

https://www.transition.com/products/media-converters/sfmff1314-220/

HTH

[silver64317]

Hi Reza,

thanks for the suggestion on using converter!!~~

but i just discovered that there's "rj45-to-sfp transceiver" which is basically the same as this stuff: https://www.amazon.com/10G-SFP-Transceiver-module-Cisco/dp/B088ZPDJZQ

so, is it doable to connect server NIC such as Intel I350 ethernet adapter to 3850-24XS-E switch's SFP+ ports through the "rj45-to-sfp transceiver" ? would it be easier using the transceiver instead of media converter to bridge the rj45 and sfp?

THANKS SO MUCH!

[Reza Sharifi · Accepted solution]

Hi,

so, is it doable to connect server NIC such as Intel I350 ethernet adapter to 3850-24XS-E switch's SFP+ ports through the "rj45-to-sfp transceiver" ? would it be easier using the transceiver instead of media converter to bridge the rj45 and sfp?

Yes, defiantly this is another possibility. Actually, this is a better solution than media converter as long as the NIC support it.

I get most of my optics from fs.com. Their products works well, compatible with Cisco and very reasonably priced. If you can't find it online, you may have to call them and order it.

HTH