BlueLAN Compatible Juniper QFX-Q-S-DAC-2M Passive 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 to 4x25GBASE-CR SFP28 Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 2m, AWG26

The BlueLAN QFX-Q-S-DAC-2M-BL is a high-performance passive direct attach breakout cable designed for compatibility with Juniper networking equipment. It provides a cost-effective solution for connecting 100G QSFP28 ports to four 25G SFP28 ports, enabling seamless integration of high-speed data center networks.

Advantages

This breakout cable offers significant advantages over traditional transceivers and fiber cabling. It consumes less than 0.1W of power, reducing energy costs and heat dissipation. The passive copper design ensures low latency and high reliability, while the breakout configuration allows for efficient utilization of existing 25G infrastructure when migrating to 100G.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• High-speed networking environments
• Juniper QFX series switches and routers
• Upgrading from 25G to 100G networks

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Brand Compatibility: Juniper
• Compatible Part Number: QFX-Q-S-DAC-2M
• Cable Length: 2 meters (6.56 ft)
• Cable Type: Passive Copper
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps
• Connector A: QSFP28
• Connector B: 4x SFP28
• Ethernet Standard (A-side): 100GBASE-CR4
• Ethernet Standard (B-side): 25GBASE-CR
• Breakout Configuration: 1x 100G QSFP28 to 4x 25G SFP28
• Wire Gauge: AWG26
• Compliance: SFF-8665 (QSFP28), SFF-8402 (SFP28)
• Hot Swappable: Yes
• Power Consumption: < 0.1W

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both ends of the cable are connected to compatible Juniper devices. This cable is ideal for short-distance, high-bandwidth connections within racks or between adjacent racks. Always handle with care to avoid damage to connectors.