BLUELAN Compatible NVIDIA MCP1600-C003LZ Direct Attach Cable, 100GBASE-CR4, Ethernet, 26AWG, 3 Meter (MCP1600-C003LZ-BL)

Data center technicians connecting high-density 100G switches and servers rely on the BLUELAN MCP1600-C003LZ-BL Direct Attach Copper cable for reliable, low-latency links. This 3-meter passive DAC cable features QSFP28 connectors on both ends and supports 100GBASE-CR4 Ethernet, delivering 100 Gbps throughput for demanding environments.

Key specifications

• Cable type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC)
• Data rate: 100 Gbps
• Ethernet standard: 100GBASE-CR4
• Connector type (both ends): QSFP28
• Cable length: 3 meters
• Wire gauge: 26 AWG
• Compatibility: NVIDIA Mellanox MCP1600-C003LZ
• Cable material: Copper
• Transceiver type: Passive
• Protocol: Ethernet
• Hot-swappable: Yes
• Power consumption: Low
• Application: Data Center, High-Performance Computing (HPC), Enterprise Networking
• Compliance: RoHS, CE, FCC

Why choose it

This DAC cable offers a cost-effective alternative to optical transceivers for short-reach 100G connections. Its passive design consumes minimal power and generates less heat, while the robust copper construction ensures signal integrity over 3 meters. The QSFP28 connectors are hot-swappable, simplifying installation and maintenance.

Ideal use cases

• Connecting top-of-rack switches to servers in data centers
• High-performance computing clusters requiring low-latency interconnects
• Enterprise networking backbone links within racks

Good to know

The BLUELAN MCP1600-C003LZ-BL is compatible with NVIDIA Mellanox equipment and meets RoHS, CE, and FCC compliance standards. Its 26 AWG copper wire provides a balance of flexibility and durability for dense cabling environments.