Axiom JL294A-AX 25GBASE-CU SFP28 Passive DAC Twinax Cable - HP Compatible - 3. 3 ft (1 m)
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable adheres to the 25GBASE-CU standard, delivering consistent 25 Gbit/s throughput over its twinaxial copper construction. The SFP28 connectors support hot-swappable functionality, allowing for easy installation and maintenance without disrupting network operations. The passive DAC design eliminates the need for external power, reducing complexity and potential points of failure in your network infrastructure.
With a length of 3.3 ft (1 m), it is optimized for short-distance connections, such as linking switches to servers or storage devices within the same rack or adjacent enclosures. The twinaxial cable type provides robust signal integrity and minimal latency, ensuring data transfers remain fast and reliable even under high-demand conditions.
Key Product Advantages
This DAC cable simplifies network deployments by offering a pre-terminated, ready-to-use solution that reduces installation time and costs. Its passive operation lowers power consumption compared to active cables, contributing to energy savings and cooler operating temperatures in dense network setups.
High-Speed Performance
Delivers 25 Gbit/s data transfer rates, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and reducing bottlenecks in modern network environments.
- 25 Gbit/s throughput
- Low latency
- Stable signal integrity
Easy Integration
Features SFP28 connectors for direct attachment to compatible network devices, eliminating the need for additional transceivers and simplifying cabling management.
- Plug-and-play installation
- Hot-swappable connectors
- HP compatibility
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is well-suited for data center environments where high-speed, short-reach connections are required between switches, routers, servers, or storage arrays. Its 3.3 ft (1 m) length makes it ideal for intra-rack or top-of-rack deployments, minimizing cable clutter and improving airflow within server cabinets.
Common use cases include connecting 25GbE switches to servers in hyper-converged infrastructure, linking network appliances in enterprise racks, or establishing high-speed backbone links in small to medium-sized data centers. The HP compatibility extends its utility to a broad range of networking hardware, ensuring versatile deployment across mixed-vendor setups.
Data Center Networking
Provides reliable 25 Gbit/s connections for server-to-switch links, supporting virtualization, cloud computing, and storage networking with minimal latency.
Enterprise Rack Installations
Optimizes cable management in rack-mounted environments, offering a neat and efficient solution for short-distance high-speed data transfers.
Highlights
- 25 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network performance
- 3.3 ft (1 m) twinaxial cable length ideal for short-reach applications
- SFP28 connectors on both ends for direct attachment to network devices
- Passive design reduces power consumption and installation complexity
- HP compatible for seamless integration with enterprise hardware
- Plug-and-play installation with hot-swappable functionality
- Cost-effective alternative to active optical cables
- Supports stable and reliable connectivity in data center environments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JL294A-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 25GBASE-CU SFP28 Passive DAC Twinax Cable HP Compatible 1m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 3.3 ft (1 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP28 Network |
| Connector on First End Details | SFP28 Network |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 25 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
FAQ
What is the data transfer rate of this DAC cable?
This cable supports a data transfer rate of 25 Gbit/s, adhering to the 25GBASE-CU standard. It is designed for high-speed networking applications, providing fast and reliable connectivity for bandwidth-intensive tasks such as server-to-switch links in data centers.
How long is the cable and what connectors does it use?
The cable length is 3.3 ft (1 m), making it suitable for short-distance connections within racks or between adjacent devices. It features SFP28 network connectors on both ends, which are hot-swappable and directly compatible with SFP28 ports on network hardware, eliminating the need for separate transceivers.
Is this cable compatible with HP network devices?
Yes, this DAC cable is HP compatible, ensuring it works seamlessly with a wide range of HP networking equipment. This compatibility allows for easy integration into existing HP-based network infrastructures without requiring additional adapters or configuration changes.
What does 'passive' mean in the context of this DAC cable?
A passive DAC cable does not include active electronic components for signal amplification or retiming. This design reduces power consumption, lowers heat output, and simplifies installation compared to active cables. It is ideal for short-reach applications where signal integrity is maintained over the cable's length without additional power needs.
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