Product and Software: This article applies to all Aruba controllers and ArubaOS 5.x, 3.x, and 2.x.
To remotely determine what kind of GBIC is plugged into a port, issue the 'show interface <interface> transceiver' command. The output provides details about your plugged in GBIC.
Example
(M3) #show interface gigabitethernet 1/3 transceiver
Module is SFP
Manufacturer: FIBERXON INC.
Part Number: FTM-8012C-SLG , rev: 10
S/N: 9216800534604285
Date Code: 100804 Lot: 1
Optional Signals: LOS Tx Fault Tx Disable
Supported Modes: 1000Base-SX, LC Connector