Installation is simple: power down if your procedure requires it, insert the 32G Fibre Channel SFP+ into the compatible MDS port, and connect the dual LC multimode fiber cable. For best results, clean the LC connectors and confirm the fiber type and distance match Cisco specifications.

This Cisco 32G shortwave SFP+ transceiver is built for reliable SAN connectivity and supports autosensing 8/16/32-Gbps Fibre Channel speeds. It operates at 850nm over multimode fiber and is engineered for stable performance within a 0°C to 40°C operating temperature range.

The Cisco DS-SFP-FC32G-SW is designed for Cisco MDS 9000 Family platforms with 8/16/32-Gbps Fibre Channel ports. It uses a dual LC connector and supports multimode fiber (MMF), so verify your switch model, port type, and OM1/OM2/OM3/OM4 fiber before ordering.