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Product Features
Technical Overview
This twinaxial cable operates as a passive direct-attach copper (DAC) solution, transmitting data at 10 Gbit/s over its 3.3-foot length. The SFP+ connectors on both ends provide a secure, hot-pluggable interface that maintains signal integrity without requiring external power.
The passive design means the cable contains no active electronics, relying instead on the host devices' SFP+ ports for signal conditioning. This approach reduces power consumption and heat generation while maintaining compatibility with standard 10GBASE-CU specifications.
Key Product Advantages
This Axiom twinax cable offers several practical benefits for network administrators and IT professionals. The passive DAC design provides a plug-and-play connectivity solution that simplifies deployment and reduces overall system cost compared to active optical cables or separate transceiver modules.
High-Speed Performance
Delivers full 10 Gbit/s throughput for bandwidth-intensive applications and network backbone connections.
- 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate
- Low-latency copper transmission
- Maintains signal integrity over 3.3 ft
Simplified Connectivity
Direct SFP+ to SFP+ connection eliminates intermediate components for cleaner cable management.
- No separate transceivers required
- Hot-pluggable SFP+ connectors
- Reduced power consumption
Enterprise Compatibility
Designed for interoperability with IBM and other enterprise networking equipment.
- IBM compatible
- Router and switch support
- Network device connectivity
Deployment / Use Cases
This 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive DAC Twinax Cable is ideal for short-distance 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections within data centers, server rooms, and enterprise network environments. The 3.3-foot length makes it suitable for connecting adjacent rack-mounted equipment or devices in close proximity.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting top-of-rack switches to servers, linking aggregation switches within the same rack, or establishing high-speed connections between network appliances. The cable's passive design and SFP+ connectors ensure compatibility with a wide range of enterprise networking equipment from major manufacturers.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect servers to top-of-rack switches for high-performance computing and storage applications.
Network Backbone Links
Establish 10 Gbit/s connections between core switches and distribution layer equipment.
Highlights
- 3.3-foot twinaxial cable with SFP+ connectors on both ends
- 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network connections
- Passive direct-attach copper (DAC) design requires no external power
- IBM compatible for enterprise networking environments
- Supports routers, switches, and network devices
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Hot-pluggable SFP+ connectors for easy installation
- Cost-effective alternative to active optical cables
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 59Y1938-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive DAC Twinax Cable IBM Compatible 1m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 3.3 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP+ Network |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x SFP+ Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP+ Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x SFP+ Network |
| Device Supported | Router,Switch,Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What devices is this twinax cable compatible with?
This Axiom 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive DAC Twinax Cable is compatible with routers, switches, and network devices that feature SFP+ ports. It's specifically designed for IBM-compatible enterprise networking equipment and supports standard 10GBASE-CU specifications for broad interoperability across different manufacturers' hardware.
What does 'passive DAC' mean for this cable?
Passive DAC (Direct Attach Copper) means this twinax cable contains no active electronics or signal conditioning components. It relies on the host devices' SFP+ ports to handle signal processing, which reduces power consumption, minimizes heat generation, and provides a cost-effective connectivity solution for short-distance 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications up to the cable's 3.3-foot length.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported?
This cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s (10 Gigabits per second), making it suitable for high-bandwidth network applications. The twinaxial construction maintains signal integrity at this speed over the 3.3-foot cable length, providing reliable performance for data center interconnects, server connections, and network backbone links.
How does this cable compare to active optical cables?
This passive DAC cable offers several advantages over active optical cables for short-distance applications. It requires no external power, generates less heat, and typically costs less while providing the same 10 Gbit/s performance over distances up to several meters. The copper construction also makes it more durable for frequent handling in data center environments compared to delicate fiber optic cables.