Compatible Lenovo Mellanox 00KF003 BlueLAN QSFP Direct Attach Cable, 40GBASE-CR4, 1m, Passive Copper

The BlueLAN 00KF003-BL is a high-performance, cost-effective direct attach copper (DAC) cable designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet and InfiniBand applications. Fully compatible with Lenovo and Mellanox 00KF003 interfaces, this passive copper cable delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity for data center interconnects, server-to-switch links, and storage area networks.

Advantages

This DAC cable offers a robust, plug-and-play solution without the power consumption of active optical cables. Its passive design ensures near-zero latency and minimal power draw (<0.5W), making it ideal for high-density environments. The 30 AWG wire gauge and PVC jacket provide flexibility and durability for easy cable management.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects
• Server-to-switch connections
• Storage area networks (SAN)
• High-performance computing clusters

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC), Passive
• Connector Type: QSFP to QSFP
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps (4x 10 Gbps lanes)
• Ethernet Standard: 40GBASE-CR4
• Cable Length: 1 Meter
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Impedance: 100 Ohm Differential
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Compliance: MSA Compliant, RoHS, CE, FCC
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports QSFP+ 40GBASE-CR4 interfaces. This cable is an ideal replacement for Lenovo 00KF003 and Mellanox compatible transceivers, offering significant cost savings without compromising reliability.