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Axiom FN-CABLE-QSFP28-3-AX 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC Cable - Fortinet Compatible - 3m Twinaxial
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This DAC cable utilizes a twinaxial construction with 30 AWG conductors, organized into 8 pairs and 16 total conductors, to maintain signal integrity over its 3-meter length. The cable is fully shielded to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, ensuring stable performance in dense network environments.
The QSFP28 connectors are hot-pluggable, allowing for easy installation and maintenance without network downtime. The passive nature means no external power or signal conditioning is required, simplifying deployment and reducing overall power draw in rack setups.
Key Product Advantages
This cable delivers high-performance connectivity with several distinct benefits for network administrators and IT professionals.
High-Speed Efficiency
Supports 100 Gbit/s data transfer, enabling rapid data movement for bandwidth-intensive applications like virtualization, big data analytics, and cloud services.
- 100 Gbit/s throughput
- Low latency passive design
- Ideal for 100GbE networks
Robust Construction
Built with shielded twinaxial cable and 30 AWG conductors to ensure reliable signal transmission and durability in demanding environments.
- EMI shielding reduces interference
- 30 AWG for optimal conductivity
- Twinaxial design for stability
Simplified Compatibility
Designed for Fortinet devices and broadly compatible with standard QSFP28 ports on network devices, routers, and switches, facilitating easy integration.
- Fortinet compatible
- Works with QSFP28 ports
- Hot-pluggable for easy installs
Deployment / Use Cases
This DAC cable is suited for various networking scenarios where high-speed, short-reach connections are critical. Its 3-meter length makes it perfect for intra-rack or adjacent-rack links in data centers, enterprise server rooms, and network closets.
Common applications include connecting top-of-rack switches to servers or storage arrays, linking aggregation switches in spine-leaf architectures, and providing high-bandwidth interconnects for network appliances like Fortinet firewalls or routers. The passive design and QSFP28 connectors ensure it fits seamlessly into modern 100GbE deployments without complex configuration.
Data Center Interconnects
Use for short-distance links between switches and servers within the same rack or across adjacent racks, supporting high-throughput workloads.
Network Appliance Integration
Ideal for connecting Fortinet or other compatible network security devices to core switches, ensuring fast data processing for security and routing functions.
Highlights
- 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC cable for 100 Gbit/s Ethernet
- 3-meter (9.8 ft) twinaxial construction with shielding for reliable performance
- QSFP28 connectors on both ends, hot-pluggable for easy installation
- Compatible with Fortinet devices and standard QSFP28 network equipment
- Passive design reduces power consumption and latency
- 30 AWG conductors and 8 pairs ensure signal integrity
- Ideal for data center, server, and switch interconnects
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FN-CABLE-QSFP28-3-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC Cable Fortinet Compatible 3m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 9.8 ft (3 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | QSFP28 Network |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x QSFP28 Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | QSFP28 Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x QSFP28 Network |
| Shielding | Yes |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Router,Switch |
| American Wire Gauge | 30 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbit/s |
| Number of Pairs | 8 |
| Number of Conductors | 16 |
| Features | Passive |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer speed of this DAC cable?
This cable supports a data transfer rate of 100 Gbit/s (100 Gigabit per second), making it suitable for high-speed 100GbE network connections. It uses the 100GBASE-CR4 standard over twinaxial copper, providing efficient throughput for bandwidth-intensive applications like data center interconnects or server networking.
Is this cable compatible with Fortinet network devices?
Yes, the Axiom FN-CABLE-QSFP28-3-AX is designed to be compatible with Fortinet devices, as indicated in the product name. It also works with standard QSFP28 ports on a wide range of network devices, routers, and switches, ensuring versatile integration into existing network infrastructures without compatibility issues.
What does 'passive' mean for this DAC cable?
Passive means the cable does not include active electronics for signal conditioning or retiming. It relies on the electrical properties of the twinaxial copper to transmit signals, resulting in lower power consumption, reduced latency, and simpler deployment compared to active cables. This makes it a cost-effective choice for short-reach connections up to 3 meters.
What is the cable length and type?
The cable is 3 meters long, equivalent to 9.8 feet, and uses a twinaxial construction. Twinaxial cable consists of two inner conductors surrounded by insulation and shielding, which helps maintain signal integrity for high-speed data transfer over short distances, typically up to 10 meters for passive DACs.
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