BlueOptics Compatible Maipu QSFP-STACK-10 BlueLAN QSFP Direct Attach Cable, 40GBASE-CR4, Ethernet/Infiniband QDR, 30AWG, 1 Meter (QSFP-STACK-10-BL)

The BlueOptics QSFP-STACK-10-BL is a high-performance, passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet and InfiniBand QDR applications. It is fully compatible with Maipu QSFP-STACK-10 interfaces and provides a cost-effective, low-latency interconnect solution for data centers, high-performance computing (HPC), and network storage environments.

Advantages

This DAC cable offers significant advantages over traditional fiber optic transceivers: lower power consumption (passive, 0W), reduced cost, and simplified cable management. The 30 AWG construction ensures flexibility while maintaining signal integrity over the 1-meter length. It is hot-swappable and compliant with the SFF-8436 QSFP+ MSA standard, guaranteeing interoperability with a wide range of networking equipment.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack (ToR) to server connections
• High-performance computing clusters
• Network storage systems requiring 40G connectivity
• Infiniband QDR fabric interconnects

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Cable (DAC), Passive Twinax
• Connector Type: QSFP+ to QSFP+
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps
• Ethernet Standard: 40GBASE-CR4
• Supported Protocols: Ethernet, InfiniBand QDR
• Cable Length: 1 Meter
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Cable Material: Copper
• Compatibility: Maipu QSFP-STACK-10 compatible
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• MSA Compliance: SFF-8436 (QSFP+ MSA)
• Number of Lanes: 4
• Power Consumption: Passive (0W)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both ends of the cable are connected to QSFP+ ports that support 40GBASE-CR4 or InfiniBand QDR. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth links within racks or between adjacent racks.