Network Cable HPE X242 10G SFP+ SFP+ Direct Attach Copper 1m Black

The HPE X242 10G SFP+ is a 1 m Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable with permanently attached SFP+ connectors on both ends, designed to provide a cost-effective 10-Gigabit connectivity option. The cable is black, lightweight (0.111 kg) and intended for short-range high-speed links between compatible network devices such as switches and servers.

Advantages

This direct attach copper cable offers low latency and reliable 10G performance without the need for separate transceivers, reducing total hardware cost and simplifying installation. Its fixed SFP+ connectors ensure plug-and-play compatibility with equipment that supports SFP+ DAC modules, and its 1 m length is suitable for confined rack or chassis connections.

Suitable for

• Interconnecting switches within the same rack
• Connecting servers to top-of-rack switches
• Short-reach 10G links in data centers and server rooms

Key specifications

• Brand: HP Enterprise
• Model: HPE X242 10G SFP+ (MPN J9281B)
• Type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC)
• Length: 1 m
• Connectors: SFP+ to SFP+
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.111 kg
• EAN: 0884962255582

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the SFP+ port of the network devices you want to connect, ensuring the connectors click into place. Verify link status on both devices and configure network settings as required by your equipment. For optimal performance, use this cable for short-distance, direct 10G connections within racks or between adjacent racks.

Recommendations

Use the HPE X242 10G SFP+ DAC cable for short, direct 10-Gigabit links where low latency and cost efficiency are priorities; avoid using it for distances beyond the 1 m length or in environments requiring optical transceivers.