Axiom QFX-SFP-10GE-DAC-5M-AX 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive DAC Twinax Cable - 16. 4 ft (5m) Juniper Compatible Black
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable operates as a 10GBASE-CU compliant solution, supporting data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s over its twinaxial copper construction. The passive design means it doesn't require external power, making it an energy-efficient choice for connecting switches, routers, and other network devices within rack distances.
The cable utilizes SFP+ connectors that maintain signal integrity across the 16.4-foot length, ensuring stable 10 Gigabit performance without signal degradation. The twinaxial construction provides balanced transmission lines that minimize electromagnetic interference, while the passive architecture keeps latency low for time-sensitive network traffic.
Key Product Advantages
This DAC cable offers several advantages over traditional fiber or active copper solutions, particularly in cost-sensitive deployments where short-distance 10 Gigabit connectivity is required.
Cost-Effective Connectivity
Eliminates the need for separate SFP+ transceivers at both ends, significantly reducing the total cost of 10 Gigabit connections while maintaining full performance.
- No transceiver purchases required
- Lower power consumption than active cables
- Reduced total connection cost
Simplified Deployment
The pre-terminated SFP+ connectors on both ends make installation straightforward, with no configuration or compatibility concerns beyond basic physical connection.
- Plug-and-play installation
- No driver or software required
- Consistent connector quality
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is specifically designed for data center, server room, and network closet environments where short-distance 10 Gigabit connections are needed between compatible devices.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting top-of-rack switches to servers within the same rack, linking aggregation switches in adjacent racks, or establishing high-speed connections between routers and core switches in network infrastructure. The Juniper compatibility makes it particularly suitable for organizations standardized on Juniper networking equipment, though it may work with other SFP+ compatible devices that accept passive DAC cables.
Data Center Interconnects
Ideal for connecting servers to switches within the same rack or adjacent racks, providing 10 Gigabit throughput for virtualized environments, storage networks, and high-performance computing clusters.
Network Infrastructure
Suitable for linking switches in hierarchical network designs, connecting distribution layer switches to access layer devices, or establishing high-speed links between network appliances and core infrastructure.
Highlights
- 16.4-foot (5-meter) twinaxial cable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections
- SFP+ male connectors on both ends for direct device attachment
- Passive design requires no external power source
- 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed networking
- Juniper network equipment compatibility
- Black color for professional data center appearance
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability
- Cost-effective alternative to separate transceiver solutions
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QFX-SFP-10GE-DAC-5M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 10GBASE-CU SFP+ Passive DAC Twinax Cable Juniper Compatible 5m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Twinaxial |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x SFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x SFP+ Network - Male |
| Device Supported | Switch,Router,Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| Features | Passive |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Black |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What devices are compatible with this DAC cable?
This cable is designed for compatibility with Juniper network equipment that supports SFP+ interfaces and passive DAC cables. It can connect switches, routers, and other network devices with SFP+ ports. While optimized for Juniper environments, it may also work with other manufacturers' SFP+ compatible equipment that accepts passive twinaxial cables, though compatibility should be verified with the specific device manufacturer.
What is the maximum distance this cable supports?
This 16.4-foot (5-meter) cable is designed for short-range connections typically within the same rack or between adjacent racks in data center environments. Passive DAC cables like this one are generally recommended for distances up to 7 meters for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, making this 5-meter length well within optimal performance range for rack-to-rack or intra-rack connectivity without signal degradation.
What does 'passive' mean for this DAC cable?
Passive means the cable contains no active electronics or signal conditioning components. It relies on the electrical properties of the twinaxial copper construction to transmit signals between devices. This makes it more power-efficient than active cables, as it draws no power from the host devices, and typically more cost-effective since it doesn't include signal processing circuitry. Passive DAC cables are ideal for short distances where signal integrity can be maintained without amplification.
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