BlueOptics Compatible Source Photonics QSFP28-4SFP28-DAC-1M Passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 1 Meter, AWG26

The BlueOptics Q28-4S28-DAC-1M-SP-BL is a high-performance passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC) designed for 100 Gigabit Ethernet applications. It connects a QSFP28 port to four SFP28 ports, enabling cost-effective and low-latency interconnect within data centers and high-performance networking environments. This cable is fully compatible with Source Photonics equipment and complies with industry standards SFF-8665 and SFF-8402.

Advantages

This breakout cable offers a reliable and energy-efficient solution for high-speed data transmission. Its passive design ensures zero power consumption, while the copper construction provides excellent signal integrity over the 1-meter length. The AWG26 gauge ensures flexibility and durability, making it ideal for high-density deployments.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• High-performance computing clusters
• Enterprise networking upgrades to 100G
• Top-of-rack to server connections

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Connector A: QSFP28
• Connector B: 4x SFP28
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps
• Per Lane Data Rate: 4x 25 Gbps
• Ethernet Standard (QSFP28): 100GBASE-CR4
• Ethernet Standard (SFP28): 25GBASE-CR
• Cable Length: 1 Meter (3.3 ft)
• Cable Gauge: AWG26
• Cable Type: Passive
• Compatibility: Source Photonics
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• QSFP28 Compliance: SFF-8665
• SFP28 Compliance: SFF-8402

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the QSFP28 and SFP28 ports are compatible with 100GBASE-CR4 and 25GBASE-CR standards respectively. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth connections within racks or between adjacent racks.