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Axiom E40G-QSFP-4SFP-C-0501-AX 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP+ to 4 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Active DAC Twinaxial Cable - 5m (16. 4 ft) Ruckus Compatible
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable features a QSFP+ connector on one end and four SFP+ connectors on the other, enabling a 40 Gbit/s QSFP+ port to connect to four 10 Gbit/s SFP+ ports. The active DAC technology supports 40GBASE-CR4 and 10GBASE-CU standards, ensuring compatibility with modern network equipment.
The twinaxial construction provides robust shielding against electromagnetic interference, maintaining data integrity in dense network setups. With a length of 5 meters (16.4 feet), it offers flexibility for rack-to-rack or within-rack connections without signal degradation.
Key Product Advantages
This cable simplifies network deployments by reducing the need for multiple cables and transceivers, offering a cost-effective and streamlined connectivity solution. Its active design ensures reliable performance over the full 5-meter length, making it ideal for high-density environments.
High-Speed Connectivity
Supports 40 Gbit/s data transfer, enabling fast and efficient network throughput for demanding applications.
- 40 Gbit/s QSFP+ to 4x10 Gbit/s SFP+
- Low latency for real-time data
Enhanced Compatibility
Designed for compatibility with Ruckus and other network devices, switches, and routers, ensuring seamless integration.
- Ruckus Compatible
- Works with standard QSFP+ and SFP+ ports
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is ideal for data center interconnects, high-performance computing clusters, and enterprise network upgrades. It supports scenarios where high bandwidth and reliable connections are critical, such as server-to-switch or switch-to-switch links.
Use cases include connecting 40 Gbit/s QSFP+ ports on core switches to multiple 10 Gbit/s SFP+ ports on access switches, enabling scalable network architectures. It is also suitable for storage area networks (SANs) and virtualization environments that require low-latency, high-throughput connections.
Data Center Interconnects
Facilitates efficient connections between racks or within a rack, supporting high-density server deployments.
Enterprise Network Upgrades
Enables migration to higher-speed networks without replacing existing SFP+ infrastructure, reducing costs.
Highlights
- 40 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network performance
- QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ connector configuration for flexible connectivity
- Active DAC technology ensures signal integrity over 5-meter length
- Twinaxial cable type provides robust shielding against interference
- Compatible with Ruckus and other network devices, switches, routers
- Supports 40GBASE-CR4 and 10GBASE-CU standards
- Ideal for data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing
- Reduces cable clutter with a single cable replacing multiple connections
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | E40G-QSFP-4SFP-C-0501-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP+ to 4 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Active DAC Ruckus Compatible 5m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | QSFP+ Network |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x QSFP+ Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP+ Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | 4 x SFP+ Network |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Switch,Router |
| Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbit/s |
| Features | Active |
FAQ
What is the data transfer rate of this cable?
This cable supports a data transfer rate of 40 Gbit/s, enabling high-speed network connections suitable for data-intensive applications like server clusters, storage networks, and enterprise infrastructure.
What connectors does this cable have?
The cable features one QSFP+ connector on the first end and four SFP+ connectors on the second end, allowing a 40 Gbit/s QSFP+ port to connect to four 10 Gbit/s SFP+ ports for efficient network expansion.
Is this cable compatible with Ruckus equipment?
Yes, this cable is designed to be compatible with Ruckus network devices, switches, and routers, ensuring reliable performance in Ruckus-based network environments without compatibility issues.
What does 'Active DAC' mean for this cable?
Active DAC (Direct Attach Cable) includes built-in electronics that amplify and condition the signal over the cable length, providing better signal integrity and performance over distances up to 5 meters compared to passive cables.
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