BLUEOPTICS Compatible Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M BlueLAN Passive 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP to 4x10GBASE-CR SFP+ Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 1m, AWG30 (QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M-BL)

The BLUEOPTICS QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M-BL is a high-performance, passive direct attach breakout cable designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It converts a single QSFP port into four independent 10 Gigabit SFP+ links, ideal for data center and enterprise network environments. This cable is fully compatible with Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M and offers a cost-effective solution for high-speed interconnects.

Advantages

Cost-effective alternative to optical transceivers with lower power consumption and ultra-low latency. Passive design ensures reliable performance without additional power requirements. Breakout configuration maximizes port utilization and simplifies cable management.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack to server connections
• Network switch to switch or router interconnects
• High-performance computing clusters
• Storage area networks (SAN)

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Cable (DAC) - Breakout
• Connector A: QSFP (40G)
• Connector B: 4x SFP+ (10G each)
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps aggregate (4x 10 Gbps per lane)
• Technology: 40GBASE-CR4 to 4x10GBASE-CR
• Cable Length: 1 meter
• Wire Gauge: AWG30
• Compliance: SFF-8436 (QSFP), SFF-8431 (SFP+)
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports 40GBASE-CR4 and 10GBASE-CR standards. This cable is ideal for short-distance, high-bandwidth connections within racks or adjacent racks.