BlueLAN Compatible Lenovo Mellanox ARZD QSFP Direct Attach Cable, 40GBASE-CR4, 0.5m

The BlueLAN ARZD-BL is a high-performance QSFP+ direct attach copper (DAC) cable designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet and InfiniBand QDR/FDR networks. It is fully compatible with Lenovo, Mellanox, and other QSFP+ compliant switches, routers, and network interface cards. This passive copper cable offers a cost-effective, low-power solution for short-range interconnects within data centers and high-performance computing environments.

Advantages

This cable delivers reliable 40 Gbps connectivity with minimal power consumption (<0.5W per end) and zero latency. Its passive design ensures plug-and-play installation without the need for configuration. The 30 AWG copper construction provides excellent signal integrity over the 0.5 meter length, making it ideal for top-of-rack and server-to-switch connections.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise networking
• Storage area networks (SAN)
• Mellanox, Lenovo, Cisco, Juniper, Arista, HP, Dell QSFP+ ports

Key specifications

• Cable Length: 0.5 meters (1.64 feet)
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps
• Connector Type: QSFP+ to QSFP+
• Standard: 40GBASE-CR4 (IEEE 802.3ba)
• Cable Gauge: 30 AWG
• Jacket Material: PVC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Compliance: RoHS, CE, FCC, TAA

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports QSFP+ 40GBASE-CR4 modules. This cable is a direct replacement for Mellanox MC2207130-00A and other standard QSFP+ DAC cables.