From: Sharifi, Reza (Reza.Sharifi@gd-ns.com)
Date: Mon Oct 11 2004 - 13:04:46 GMT-3
Group,
A rumor I would like to qualify or invalidate. The rumor states that Cisco
devices running IOS 12.2.3 (I may have the version wrong) and higher will
check to ensure that chassis GBICs used are of CISCO origin. It is said that
it checks an EPROM chip on the GBIC to determine this. While all of Cisco's
documentation states that CISCO GBICs should be utilized in CISCO chassis,
realistically third party GBICs are a common way to reduce costs without
losing functionality. If the rumor is true, it will become a great concern
for many customers. Your comments are appreciated
Thanks
Reza
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