BlueLAN Compatible NVIDIA 980-9I63R-00A003 25GBASE-CR Passive SFP28 to SFP28 Direct Attach Cable, 3 Meter, AWG26

The BlueLAN 980-9I63R-00A003-BL is a high-performance 25GBASE-CR passive direct attach cable (DAC) designed for seamless integration with NVIDIA networking equipment. This SFP28 to SFP28 copper twinax cable delivers reliable 25 Gbps connectivity for data center interconnects, server-to-switch links, and storage area networks (SAN).

Advantages

Engineered for low latency and minimal power consumption, this passive DAC eliminates the need for external transceivers, reducing cost and complexity. The AWG26 gauge ensures optimal signal integrity over the 3-meter length, while SFP28 MSA compliance guarantees interoperability with standard SFP28 ports.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack and end-of-row cabling
• High-speed server-to-switch connections
• Storage area network (SAN) deployments
• 25G Ethernet infrastructure upgrades

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
• Cable Type: Copper Twinax
• Data Rate: 25 Gbps
• Ethernet Standard: 25GBASE-CR
• Connector A Type: SFP28
• Connector B Type: SFP28
• Cable Length: 3 Meter
• Wire Gauge: AWG26
• Cable Design: Passive
• Compatibility: NVIDIA 980-9I63R-00A003
• Form Factor: SFP28
• Hot Swappable: Yes
• Compliance: SFP28 MSA Compliant
• Application: Data Center Interconnect, Server-to-Switch, Storage Area Networks (SAN)
• Power Consumption: Low (Passive)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this cable with compatible NVIDIA SFP28 ports. Ensure proper cable management to maintain signal integrity. This passive DAC is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth connections within racks.