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AddOn 40GB-C07-QSFP-AO QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable - 40GBase-CU Passive Twinax - 7m - TAA Compliant - Enterasys Compatible
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Technical Overview
This Direct Attach Cable operates at 40 Gigabit Ethernet speeds using 40GBase-CU technology over twinaxial copper cable. The passive design eliminates active electronics, reducing power consumption and heat generation while maintaining signal integrity over its 7-meter span. The QSFP+ connectors support hot-pluggable installation, allowing for easy maintenance and upgrades without network downtime.
The cable is engineered to minimize power and CPU utilization on connected devices, optimizing overall network performance. Its construction ensures stable data transfer rates up to 40Gbps, suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications such as server clustering, storage area networks, and high-performance computing.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Total Number of Ports, Interfaces/Ports Details, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This cable delivers several advantages for network infrastructure, including cost-effective 40GbE connectivity without the need for separate transceivers and fiber optics. The passive twinax design offers a plug-and-play solution that reduces complexity and installation time compared to active optical cables or traditional fiber setups.
High-Speed Connectivity
Provides full 40 Gigabit Ethernet bandwidth for demanding network applications, ensuring smooth data flow between switches and servers.
- 40GBase-CU technology
- Up to 40Gbps throughput
- Minimized latency
Compliance and Reliability
TAA compliance meets trade agreement requirements, while MSA compliance guarantees interoperability with standard QSFP+ ports.
- TAA compliant
- MSA compliant
- Enterasys compatible
Deployment / Use Cases
This Direct Attach Cable is ideal for connecting Enterasys 7100-Series switches in data center environments, supporting top-of-rack and end-of-row architectures. Its 7-meter length suits inter-rack connections within a single cabinet or between adjacent racks, providing a tidy and efficient cabling solution.
Common use cases include linking switches to servers in high-density deployments, facilitating storage network connections, and enabling backbone links in enterprise networks. The cable's passive design makes it particularly suitable for environments where power efficiency and reduced heat output are priorities, such as green data centers or thermally constrained racks.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect switches within server racks or between nearby racks to build high-speed network backbones without complex fiber management.
Enterprise Networking
Upgrade network segments to 40GbE for improved performance in virtualized environments, cloud access, or bandwidth-intensive applications.
Physical Profile
The cable features a compact and durable design, with dimensions of 14" width, 14" depth, and 1" height (355.60 mm x 355.60 mm x 25.40 mm) for the packaged unit. Weighing approximately 1.50 lb (680.39 g), it is lightweight yet robust, with reinforced connectors to withstand repeated insertions and removals. The twinax cable is flexible enough for easy routing in cable management systems while maintaining signal integrity over its 7-meter length.
- Width
- 14" (355.60 mm)
- Depth
- 14" (355.60 mm)
- Height
- 1" (25.40 mm)
- Weight
- 1.50 lb (680.39 g)
Highlights
- QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable for 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- 40GBase-CU technology over passive twinax cable
- 7-meter length for flexible short-reach deployments
- Compatible with Enterasys 7100-Series switches (7124T, 7148, 7124, 7148T)
- TAA compliant for government and regulated procurement
- MSA compliant ensuring industry-standard interoperability
- Hot-pluggable QSFP+ connectors for easy installation
- Passive design reduces power consumption and heat output
- Manufactured in the United States
- Supports high-performance data networking applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AddOn |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 40GB-C07-QSFP-AO |
| Brand Name | AddOn |
| Product Name | QSFP+ Module |
| Product Type | QSFP+ |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x 40GBase-CU Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 40GBase-CU |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 1" (25.40 mm) |
| Width | 14" (355.60 mm) |
| Depth | 14" (355.60 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 1.50 lb (680.39 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | 7100-Series - 7124T 7100-Series - 7148 7100-Series - 7124 7100-Series - 7148T MSA Compliant |
| Country of Origin | United States |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this Direct Attach Cable?
This cable supports data transfer rates up to 40Gbps using 40GBase-CU technology. It is designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet networks, providing high-bandwidth connectivity for demanding applications such as server clustering, storage networking, and data center interconnects.
Which Enterasys switches is this cable compatible with?
The cable is compatible with Enterasys 7100-Series switches, including models 7124T, 7148, 7124, and 7148T. It is MSA compliant, ensuring interoperability with standard QSFP+ ports, and is specifically tested for use with these switches for reliable performance.
What does TAA compliance mean for this product?
TAA compliance indicates that this cable meets the requirements of the Trade Agreements Act, making it eligible for procurement by U.S. government agencies and other entities that require TAA-compliant products. It ensures the product is manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or a designated country.
How does the passive twinax design benefit network deployment?
The passive twinax design eliminates active electronics, reducing power consumption, heat generation, and potential points of failure. This results in a more energy-efficient and reliable connection, with lower latency compared to some active solutions, while maintaining 40Gbps performance over the 7-meter cable length.
What is the typical use case for a 7-meter Direct Attach Cable?
A 7-meter length is ideal for short-reach connections within data centers, such as linking switches in the same rack or between adjacent racks. It supports top-of-rack architectures, server-to-switch links, and inter-switch connections, providing a clean and cost-effective alternative to fiber optics for distances up to 7 meters.
Is this cable hot-pluggable?
Yes, this QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable supports hot-pluggable installation. This allows you to connect or disconnect the cable while the network equipment is powered on, facilitating maintenance, upgrades, and reconfigurations without disrupting network operations or requiring downtime.
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