Cisco part number GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM identifies the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM - Cisco 1Gb/s 1490nm/1550nm 60km SFP Transceiver Module, an enterprise-grade Networking Devices unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. The component is intended for use in Cisco UCS C-Series and B-Series blade chassis, plus Catalyst and Nexus switching platforms where matched-pair installation, hot-spare provisioning, or matched-lot procurement is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 1 GB, data rate of 1 Gb/s, wavelength of 1490 nm, range of 60 km. Typical use cases include enterprise LAN core-distribution-access architecture, hyperconverged cluster east-west traffic, SAN fabric uplinks, and replacement of EOL/EOSL networking infrastructure under existing OEM warranty contracts. Pro Disk Network maintains the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Net 30 terms are available for qualified business accounts. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM is a Cisco networking devices component with capacity 1 GB, data rate 1 Gb/s, wavelength 1490 nm. Pricing on the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Quick Answer: Is the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM same-day on orders confirmed before 2 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Cisco manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
What is the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM?
The GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM is a Cisco enterprise networking device with capacity 1 GB and data rate 1 Gb/s, manufactured by Cisco. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Cisco/Aruba/Juniper-compatible transceivers tested in our lab
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime
Cons
DAC cables capped at 7 m — use AOC or fibre for longer runs
SR optic vs LR optic confusion — verify before ordering
Refurbished tier optic does not include retail vendor packaging
Frequently Asked Questions about GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM
Is the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM a genuine Cisco part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM as factory-original Cisco inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Cisco servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Is the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM same-day on orders confirmed before 2 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM?
New GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM units carry the full Cisco manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Networking Devices
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
If you are running a multi-vendor leaf-spine architecture (Arista leaves and Cisco spines, for example), order optics coded for each endpoint separately. Optics in DAC and AOC cables are factory-coded to each end and cannot be flashed in-field. Plan the coding split at design time and document it in your network drawings.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Sizing network bandwidth for a leaf-spine fabric using the GLC-BX-U-RGD-60KM starts with the workload mix. For general-purpose virtualisation, plan 10G server-to-leaf, 25G or 40G leaf-to-spine; oversubscription up to 4:1 is acceptable. For hyperconverged storage (vSAN, Ceph, Storage Spaces Direct), plan 25G server-to-leaf at minimum, 100G leaf-to-spine, oversubscription 1.5:1 maximum. East-west traffic dominates in HCI clusters and starves on oversubscribed fabrics.