BlueOptics Lenovo AV23 Compatible BlueLAN QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 Passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable, 3m, 26 AWG

The BlueOptics Lenovo AV23 compatible BlueLAN QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 passive direct attach breakout cable (AV23-BL) is a high-performance, cost-effective solution for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Designed for Lenovo compatible systems, this breakout cable enables seamless migration from 100G QSFP28 ports to four 25G SFP28 ports, ideal for data center top-of-rack and spine-leaf architectures.

Advantages

This passive DAC breakout cable offers low latency, low power consumption, and reliable signal integrity for short-reach interconnects. The 3-meter length with 26 AWG construction ensures flexibility and durability. It is hot-pluggable and compliant with SFF-8665 (QSFP28) and SFF-8402 (SFP28) standards, guaranteeing interoperability.

Suitable for

• Data center high-speed interconnects
• Network aggregation and spine-leaf topologies
• Lenovo compatible switches and servers with QSFP28 ports
• Upgrading 25G infrastructure to 100G backbone

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Breakout
• Connector A: QSFP28
• Connector B: 4x SFP28
• Aggregate Data Rate: 100 Gbps (4x 25 Gbps per lane)
• Ethernet Standard: 100GBASE-CR4 (A-side), 25GBASE-CR (B-side)
• Cable Design: Passive
• Wire Gauge: 26 AWG
• Length: 3 meters
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Protocol: Ethernet
• Compliance: SFF-8665, SFF-8402

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your host devices support QSFP28 and SFP28 interfaces. This cable is compatible with Lenovo systems and other standards-compliant equipment. Always verify compatibility with your specific hardware model.