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Axiom JNP-100G-DAC-5M-AX 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC Cable - Juniper Compatible - 5m - 16. 4 ft Twinaxial
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable adheres to the 100GBASE-CR4 Ethernet standard, utilizing four lanes of 25 Gb/s to achieve an aggregate data transfer rate of 100 Gbit/s. The passive design means it operates without signal retiming or amplification electronics, reducing power consumption and heat generation while maintaining signal integrity over its specified length.
The QSFP28 form factor supports high-density port configurations, and the twinaxial construction provides robust electrical performance with minimal crosstalk. The 24 AWG gauge ensures adequate current carrying capacity and mechanical durability for data center deployments.
Key Product Advantages
This DAC cable simplifies 100GbE connectivity by eliminating the need for separate transceivers and fiber patch cables, reducing both cost and complexity. Its passive operation ensures high reliability with no active components to fail, while the Juniper-specific coding guarantees compatibility and stable performance in supported Juniper switches and routers.
High-Speed Efficiency
Delivers full 100 Gbit/s bandwidth with minimal latency, ideal for data-intensive applications like storage networking, high-performance computing, and cloud infrastructure.
- 100 Gbit/s aggregate throughput
- Low-latency copper connection
- Energy-efficient passive design
Simplified Deployment
Plug-and-play installation with pre-terminated QSFP28 connectors reduces setup time and eliminates configuration hassles associated with optical transceivers.
- Pre-terminated ends
- No separate transceivers needed
- Hot-pluggable QSFP28 interfaces
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is engineered for short-reach connections within racks or between adjacent racks in data centers, enterprise network closets, and high-performance computing environments. Its 5-meter length is optimal for top-of-rack switching, leaf-spine architectures, and interconnecting servers, storage arrays, and network switches.
Common applications include linking Juniper QFX series switches, connecting routers to core switches, and establishing high-speed backbones for virtualization clusters. The passive twinaxial design is particularly suited for environments where power efficiency, cost savings, and reliable copper-based performance are priorities over longer distances.
Highlights
- 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 passive DAC cable for 100 Gbit/s data transfer
- 5-meter (16.4-foot) twinaxial copper length, ideal for short-reach data center links
- QSFP28 connectors on both ends for direct attachment to compatible network devices
- Juniper-coded compatibility ensures reliable performance in Juniper environments
- Passive design reduces power consumption and increases reliability
- 24 AWG copper construction for durable, high-performance electrical signaling
- Supports network devices, switches, routers, and servers
- TAA compliant and manufactured in the United States
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JNP-100G-DAC-5M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC Cable Juniper Compatible 5m |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 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 |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Switch,Router,Server |
| American Wire Gauge | 24 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer speed of this DAC cable?
This cable supports a data transfer rate of 100 Gbit/s (100 gigabits per second), adhering to the 100GBASE-CR4 Ethernet standard. It utilizes four lanes of 25 Gb/s each to achieve this aggregate throughput, making it suitable for high-bandwidth applications like data center interconnects and high-performance networking.
Is this cable compatible with Juniper network equipment?
Yes, the Axiom JNP-100G-DAC-5M-AX is specifically coded for Juniper compatibility. It is designed to work seamlessly with Juniper switches, routers, and other network devices that support QSFP28 interfaces, ensuring reliable performance and integration without compatibility issues in Juniper-based environments.
What does 'passive' mean for this DAC cable?
Passive indicates that this direct attach copper cable operates without active signal retiming or amplification electronics. It relies on the electrical properties of the copper conductors to transmit signals, which reduces power consumption, minimizes heat generation, and enhances reliability by eliminating active components that could fail. This makes it a cost-effective and energy-efficient choice for short-reach connections up to 5 meters.
What devices can I connect with this cable?
This cable is designed to connect network devices that feature QSFP28 ports, such as switches, routers, and servers. It supports a wide range of equipment including network devices, switches, routers, and servers, making it versatile for data center, enterprise, and high-performance computing deployments where 100GbE connectivity is required.
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