Description

The QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M is a 5-meter long Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable that enables high-speed connectivity between a QSFP+ port (40GbE) and 4 SFP+ ports (10GbE). This type of cable is commonly used for data center interconnects and other network environments where multiple 10GbE connections need to be made from a single QSFP+ port.

Key Features:

• Data Rate:

  • 40 Gbps on the QSFP+ side (supports 40GbE)

  • 10 Gbps on the SFP+ side (supports 10GbE)

• Length: 5 meters (16.4 feet)

• Cable Type: Passive Copper Cable (DAC), meaning it does not require external power for signal amplification.

• Connector Type:

  • QSFP+ connector on one side (for 40GbE)

  • 4 x SFP+ connectors on the other side (for 10GbE connections)

• Application: Connect a single 40GbE QSFP+ port to four 10GbE SFP+ ports, often used for high-density, cost-effective network connections.

Applications:

• Data Center Interconnects: Allows easy interconnection of 40GbE switches or servers to devices that use 10GbE connections.

• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Provides a way to connect multiple 10GbE devices to a single 40GbE port in HPC clusters.

• Rack-to-Rack Connectivity: Ideal for data center racks, where devices require multiple 10GbE ports to be connected from a single 40GbE QSFP+ port.

• Server-to-Switch Interconnections: Allows for efficient 10GbE interconnects from servers to 40GbE switches.

Benefits:

• Cost-Effective: DAC cables are more affordable than fiber optic solutions for short-range connectivity (5 meters), making them ideal for high-density, low-cost applications.

• High Density: The QSFP+ to 4 x SFP+ configuration allows you to efficiently connect 4 devices (each using 10GbE) to a single QSFP+ port, reducing cable clutter and simplifying cabling.

• Low Latency: Offers low-latency communication, which is crucial for performance-critical applications like real-time data processing, cloud services, and video streaming.

• Easy to Deploy: Being plug-and-play, it simplifies installation and does not require additional power, making it very easy to set up in a network.