BLUEOPTICS Compatible F5 Networks QSFP28-4SFP28-DAC-2M BlueLAN Passive 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 to 4x25GBASE-CR SFP28 Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 2 Meter, AWG26 (Q28-4S28-DAC-2M-F5-BL)

The BLUEOPTICS Q28-4S28-DAC-2M-F5-BL is a high-performance passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) breakout cable designed for seamless integration with F5 Networks equipment. It provides a cost-effective and low-latency solution for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity by breaking out a single QSFP28 port into four 25 Gigabit SFP28 ports.

Advantages

This cable offers significant advantages over traditional fiber optic solutions, including lower power consumption, reduced cost, and simplified cable management. The passive design ensures zero power draw from the host equipment, while the breakout configuration maximizes port utilization in data center and high-performance computing environments.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects requiring high-density 100G to 4x25G connectivity
• High-performance computing clusters
• Network aggregation and top-of-rack switching
• F5 Networks load balancers and application delivery controllers

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC), Passive
• Connector A: QSFP28 Male
• Connector B: 4x SFP28 Male
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps (4x 25 Gbps per lane)
• Ethernet Standard: 100GBASE-CR4 (host) / 25GBASE-CR (device)
• Cable Length: 2 meters (6.6 feet)
• Wire Gauge: AWG26
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Compatibility: F5 Networks and other QSFP28/SFP28 compliant equipment

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the host and device ports support the required standards. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth connections within racks or between adjacent racks.