Transmitting Data over Fiber Optic Cable (using Hot-Pluggable Transceivers)
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One of the defines Fiber Optic Cable Standards.
There are 2 types of Fiber Modes used in Cable: Single Mode & Multi-Mode
Hot-Pluggable Transceivers convert the Optical Signals to Electrical Signals & Vice Versa thereby providing an interface between the Fiber optic & Copper Standards.
GBIC (Gigabit Ethernet Interface Converter) (SC Connector):
It was the original Transceiver used for Gigabit Interfaces. They were bigger in size.
SPF (Small Form Pluggable) (LC Connector):
SPF replaced GBIC as they are smaller in size than GBIC. SPF is also used for Gigabit Interfaces.
SPF+ (Small Form Pluggable Plus) (LC Connector):
The + Sign means an increased Speed. It is the same size as the SPF but is used for 10-Gbps Interfaces.
CCNA 200-301 OCG, Volume 1, Pg. 42 - Wendell Odom.