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Axiom SP-CABLE-ADASFP+-AX 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Active DAC Cable for Fortinet - 10m (32. 8 ft) Twinaxial Network Cable
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Technical Overview
This active direct-attach cable operates at a data transfer rate of 10 Gbit/s, aligning with 10 Gigabit Ethernet standards for high-speed network backbones and data center interconnects. The twinaxial construction provides balanced signal transmission with effective noise rejection, maintaining data integrity across the full 10-meter length.
The active design incorporates electronic components within the cable assembly to boost and condition signals, enabling longer reach than passive DAC cables while consuming minimal power. This makes it ideal for environments where signal degradation over distance must be minimized without the cost and complexity of fiber optic solutions.
Key Product Advantages
This cable simplifies high-speed network connectivity by eliminating the need for separate transceivers and fiber optic cabling, reducing both cost and complexity in 10GbE deployments. The active design ensures reliable performance over its maximum length, making it a practical choice for connecting equipment within server racks or between adjacent racks.
Active Circuitry Benefits
The integrated active electronics provide signal conditioning that maintains data integrity across the full cable length, reducing bit error rates and ensuring consistent 10 Gbit/s throughput.
- Enhanced signal integrity
- Lower power consumption than optical modules
- Reduced latency compared to fiber conversions
Direct Attach Convenience
As a DAC cable, it connects directly between SFP+ ports without requiring separate transceivers, simplifying installation and reducing points of failure in the network path.
- No separate transceivers needed
- Plug-and-play installation
- Reduced component count
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is specifically designed for Fortinet network environments, making it ideal for connecting FortiGate appliances, FortiSwitch units, or other Fortinet devices that support SFP+ interfaces. Its 10-meter length provides flexibility for various rack configurations, whether connecting devices within the same rack or between adjacent racks in data center environments.
Common deployment scenarios include linking top-of-rack switches to servers, connecting network appliances in security stacks, or establishing short-distance interconnects between networking equipment in enterprise and data center settings. The active DAC design makes it particularly suitable for environments where signal quality must be maintained over the full cable distance without resorting to more expensive optical solutions.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect servers to top-of-rack switches within the same rack or adjacent racks, providing cost-effective 10GbE connectivity without the complexity of fiber optic cabling.
Network Security Stacks
Link Fortinet security appliances and switches in unified threat management deployments, ensuring high-throughput connections for inspecting network traffic.
Highlights
- 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Active DAC Cable for Fortinet compatibility
- 32.8 ft (10 m) twinaxial cable length for flexible deployment
- 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network connectivity
- Active design with integrated signal conditioning electronics
- SFP+ connectors on both ends for direct network device attachment
- Twinaxial cable type for balanced signal transmission
- Reduces need for separate transceivers and fiber optic cabling
- Ideal for rack installations and short-distance interconnects
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SP-CABLE-ADASFP+-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Active DAC Cable for Fortinet 10m - SP-CABLE-ADASFP+ |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 32.8 ft (10 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP+ Network |
| Connector on First End Details | SFP+ Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | Network |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| Features | Active |
FAQ
What is the maximum length of this DAC cable?
This Axiom active DAC cable has a maximum length of 10 meters (32.8 feet), which is the typical maximum reach for 10GBASE-CU copper cables. The active design helps maintain signal integrity across this full distance, making it suitable for connecting equipment within server racks or between adjacent racks in data center environments.
What does 'active' mean for this DAC cable?
The 'active' designation means this direct-attach cable contains integrated electronic components that condition and boost the signal as it travels through the cable. This active circuitry helps maintain data integrity over the full 10-meter length, reduces power consumption compared to using separate optical transceivers, and provides more reliable performance than passive DAC cables at similar distances.
What devices is this cable compatible with?
This cable is designed for network devices with SFP+ ports, specifically targeting Fortinet equipment compatibility. It can connect FortiGate appliances, FortiSwitch units, servers, switches, or other networking equipment that supports SFP+ interfaces and the 10GBASE-CU standard. The cable features SFP+ connectors on both ends for direct attachment without requiring separate transceivers.
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