BlueLAN Compatible Lenovo A1DM Passive 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP to 4x10GBASE-CR SFP+ Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 3 Meter, AWG30 (A1DM-BL)

The BlueLAN A1DM-BL is a high-performance passive direct attach breakout cable (DAC) designed for reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It connects a QSFP port to four SFP+ ports, enabling cost-effective network upgrades and flexible data center cabling. This cable is fully compatible with Lenovo A1DM and other QSFP/SFP+ compliant devices.

Advantages

Passive design ensures zero power consumption and low latency. The breakout configuration allows a single 40 Gbps link to be split into four 10 Gbps channels, ideal for connecting high-speed switches to servers or storage. Hot-pluggable for easy installation and maintenance.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack switching
• Server and storage connectivity
• Network aggregation and core links
• High-performance computing environments

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Cable Type: Passive Copper
• Aggregate Data Rate: 40 Gbps
• Channel Data Rate: 4x 10 Gbps
• Connector A: QSFP (40GBASE-CR4)
• Connector B: 4x SFP+ (10GBASE-CR)
• Cable Length: 3 Meters
• Wire Gauge: AWG30
• Impedance: 100 Ohm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Power Consumption: 0W (Passive)
• Compliance: SFF-8436 (QSFP), SFF-8431 (SFP+)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports 40GBASE-CR4 and 10GBASE-CR standards. This cable is an ideal solution for high-density environments requiring reliable, low-cost interconnectivity.