{"product_id":"qsfp-passive-copper-cable-30awg-to-4xsfp-cr4-40g-1m-msa-compatible","title":"QSFP+, Passive Copper Cable 30AWG to 4xSFP+, CR4 40G, 1m, MSA Compatible","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ passive copper breakout cable is designed for high-speed interconnects, providing an efficient 40Gbps link between QSFP+ ports and four individual SFP+ ports. Using 30AWG copper cabling, this solution supports short-reach data center applications, including server-to-switch connectivity and high-density network rack configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cable is fully MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliant, ensuring interoperability across a wide range of networking equipment. Passive copper construction offers a low-latency, power-efficient alternative to active optical solutions for short-range deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupports 40Gbps data throughput for demanding network environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreakout Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConverts a single QSFP+ port into four SFP+ connections for flexible port density management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Copper Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEliminates the need for external power and reduces latency for short-reach applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMSA Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures broad compatibility with standard-compliant networking hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30AWG Wire Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUtilizes appropriate gauge copper for optimized signal integrity over 1-meter lengths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Attach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimplifies installation by removing the need for separate transceivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center server-to-switch interconnects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-density rack networking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage area networks (SAN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork Interface Card (NIC) to switch uplinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Copper Breakout (DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x SFP+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40Gbps (Aggregate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Meter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMSA Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum reach of this passive cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cable is optimized for short-reach applications, typically up to 1-3 meters depending on the specific equipment and signal requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this cable require any external power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, as a passive direct attach copper (DAC) cable, it draws negligible power directly from the host ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with all switch brands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cable is MSA compliant, which generally ensures compatibility with major networking equipment vendors; however, we recommend verifying specific host port requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for 10G connections?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this cable breaks out a 40G QSFP+ port into four individual 10G SFP+ channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hot-pluggable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the connectors support hot-swapping for convenient maintenance without powering down the host devices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50691385131106,"sku":"QSFP4X10GPDAC1MIO","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/qsfp_-passive-direct-attach-cable-breakout-40gbps.jpg?v=1792204002","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/qsfp-passive-copper-cable-30awg-to-4xsfp-cr4-40g-1m-msa-compatible","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}