SFP+ Cable BlueOptics SFPP-DAC-5M-NA-BL 5m Male/Male

The BlueOptics SFPP-DAC-5M-NA-BL is a 5 meter SFP+ direct attach copper (DAC) cable with male SFP+ connectors on both ends. It implements a passive twinax copper design suitable for short-range 10GBase-CR links between compatible switches, servers and storage systems. The cable is MSA-compliant and designed to provide a compact, low-latency electrical connection for rack-to-rack or in-rack interconnects in data center and enterprise networking environments.

Advantages

The passive twinax construction provides low latency and low power consumption compared with active optical modules, while the 24 AWG copper conductors offer good signal integrity over the specified 5 m distance. MSA compliance ensures mechanical and electrical interoperability with major hardware platforms that support SFP+ passive DACs. The product is lightweight and physically compact, simplifying cable management in dense rack environments.

Suitable for

• 10 Gbps short-range links between switches and servers
• In-rack and adjacent-rack interconnects in data centers
• High-density top-of-rack connectivity
• Ethernet, FCoE and Fibre Channel applications up to 10 Gbps (on supported hardware)

Key specifications

• Length: 5 meters
• Interface: SFP+ (male to male)
• Type: Passive twinax copper (DAC)
• Data rate: up to 10 Gbps (protocol-dependent)
• Conductor gauge: 24 AWG
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.18 kg
• Form factor compliance: SFP+ MSA

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the devices to be linked, ensuring the retention latch engages and that both devices support passive SFP+ DAC connections. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and mechanical strain; maintain bend radius recommended by the hardware vendor. After physical installation, verify link status and negotiated speed on both endpoints according to the network equipment’s management interface.

Recommendations

Use this 5 m passive SFP+ DAC for short-distance 10G links within racks or between adjacent racks where the connected hardware officially supports passive twinax SFP+ cables. Avoid using the cable beyond the specified distance and follow equipment vendor guidance for passive DAC compatibility to ensure reliable operation.