BlueOptics Dell 470-ABOY BlueLAN SC282801L5M26 QSFP28 Direct Attach Cable, 100GBASE-CR4, 26AWG, 5 Meter

The BlueOptics Dell 470-ABOY BlueLAN SC282801L5M26 is a high-performance QSFP28 Direct Attach Cable (DAC) designed for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. This passive twinax copper cable delivers reliable, low-latency interconnects for data centers and high-performance computing environments.

Advantages

Cost-effective and energy-efficient alternative to optical transceivers with integrated cable assembly. Hot-swappable design ensures minimal downtime during maintenance or upgrades. Compliant with SFF-8665 QSFP28 MSA for broad interoperability.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack to server connections
• High-performance computing clusters
• Storage area networks requiring 100Gbps links
• Enterprise network aggregation

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
• Connector Type: QSFP28 to QSFP28
• Data Rate: 100 Gbps
• Ethernet Standard: 100GBASE-CR4
• Cable Length: 5 Meter
• Wire Gauge: 26 AWG
• Cable Material: Copper
• Cable Design: Passive Twinax
• Jacket Material: PVC
• Compatibility: Dell 470-ABOY (Equivalent)
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Power Consumption: Low (< 0.5W typical)
• MSA Compliance: SFF-8665 (QSFP28 MSA)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Certifications: RoHS, CE, FCC Compliant

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports QSFP28 ports and 100GBASE-CR4 standard. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-speed interconnects within racks or adjacent racks.