StarTech.com 0.5m 40G QSFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable for Cisco Switches - Part QSFPH40GCU05

StarTech 0.5m 40G QSFP+ to QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable for Cisco QSFP-H40G-CU0-5M - 40GbE Copper DAC 40Gbps Passive Twinax

The StarTech.com QSFPH40GCU05 is a high-performance 0.5-meter (1.6 ft) passive twinax copper cable designed for reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections. Compatible with Cisco switches such as C9300, C9200, C9400, C9500, and C9600, this cable provides a seamless, plug-and-play solution for short-distance rack-to-rack or switch-to-server linkages. Built to industry standards, it features a 100 Ohm impedance and 30 AWG gauge wire, ensuring optimal signal integrity and durability. The PVC jacket offers protection against wear and environmental factors, making it suitable for data center environments requiring high-speed, low-latency connections. Its hot-swappable design facilitates easy upgrades and replacements without network downtime, enabling maintenance flexibility and minimizing operational disruptions. This cable also complies with Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) standards, ensuring broad compatibility across various OEM brands, including Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link, that accept uncoded transceivers. Backed by a lifetime warranty and 24/7 technical support from StarTech.com, this cable guarantees dependable performance and long-term reliability. Its low power consumption and cost-effective nature make it an ideal alternative to fiber-optic solutions for short-range, high-speed network applications. Whether deploying new equipment or replacing existing cables, the QSFPH40GCU05 offers a durable, compatible, and efficient connectivity option for enterprise networking needs.

Features:

• 100% Cisco QSFP-H40G-CU0-5M compatible: works seamlessly with Cisco switches like C9300, C9200, C9400, C9500, and C9600

• Technical specifications: 0.5 meters (1.6 feet) in length

• Supports data transfer rates up to 40 Gbps

• Passive twinax copper design for high-speed, low-latency performance

• Includes 2 QSFP+ pluggable connectors for secure connections

• Impedance: 100 Ohm for signal integrity

• Wire gauge: 30 AWG for durability and flexibility

• Jacket material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) for environmental protection

• Hot-swappable for easy installation and maintenance

• MSA compliant for broad compatibility

• Tested for OEM host compatibility, ensuring reliable operation with Cisco routers and switches

• Supported by StarTech.com lifetime warranty and 24/7 technical support

• Compatible with MSA compliant switches from brands like Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link that accept uncoded modules