BLUEOPTICS Supermicro CBL-NTWK-0721 Compatible BlueLAN QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ Passive Breakout Direct Attach Cable (DAC) 40G Twinaxial Copper 1m

The BLUEOPTICS BlueLAN S CBL-NTWK-0721-BL is a high-performance passive breakout Direct Attach Cable (DAC) designed for compatibility with Supermicro CBL-NTWK-0721. It provides a cost-effective and reliable solution for connecting 40 Gigabit QSFP+ ports to four 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports, ideal for data center interconnects, rack-to-rack, and server-to-switch applications.

Advantages

This passive twinaxial copper cable offers low power consumption (<0.5W), hot-swappable connectivity, and full compliance with SFF-8436 and SFF-8431 standards. Its breakout design enables efficient utilization of existing 10G infrastructure while upgrading to 40G, reducing overall network costs.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• Rack-to-rack connections
• Server-to-switch links
• High-density network environments

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
• Cable Type: Breakout Cable
• Connector A: QSFP+
• Connector B: 4x SFP+
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps aggregate (4x 10 Gbps per channel)
• Cable Material: Twinaxial Copper
• Active/Passive: Passive
• Compatibility: Supermicro CBL-NTWK-0721 (compatible)
• Cable Length: 1 meter
• Form Factor: QSFP+ to 4x SFP+
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Power Consumption: < 0.5W
• Impedance: 100 Ohm
• Standards Compliance: SFF-8436 (QSFP+), SFF-8431 (SFP+)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Jacket Material: PVC
• RoHS Compliant: Yes

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the QSFP+ and SFP+ ports are compatible with passive DAC cables. This cable is ideal for short-distance, high-speed connections within racks or between adjacent racks.