BlueOptics Compatible F5 Networks QSFP28-4SFP28-DAC-1M BlueLAN Passive 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 to 4x25GBASE-CR SFP28 Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 1 Meter, AWG26

The BlueOptics Q28-4S28-DAC-1M-F5-BL is a high-performance passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC) designed for F5 Networks equipment. It provides a cost-effective and reliable solution for high-speed data center interconnects, converting a single 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 port into four 25GBASE-CR SFP28 ports over a 1-meter copper twinax cable.

Advantages

This breakout cable offers significant advantages over traditional optical transceivers: lower power consumption, reduced latency, and cost savings. The passive design ensures zero power draw from the host device, while the 26 AWG construction guarantees signal integrity over the 1-meter length. It is hot-pluggable and fully compatible with F5 Networks switches and routers.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack (ToR) to server interconnects
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise networking environments requiring 100G to 4x25G breakout
• F5 Networks hardware upgrades and expansions

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Cable Type: Copper Twinax, Passive
• Connector A: QSFP28 (100GBASE-CR4)
• Connector B: 4x SFP28 (25GBASE-CR)
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps (4x 25 Gbps per lane)
• Cable Length: 1 Meter (3.3 ft)
• Cable Gauge: 26 AWG
• Compatibility: F5 Networks (vendor-specific)
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Application: Data Center, Networking, Server Interconnect

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your F5 Networks device supports QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 breakout configurations. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-density connections within racks. Pair with compatible SFP28 transceivers on the server side for seamless integration.