{"product_id":"intellinet-en-100g-qsfp28-to-4-x-25g-sfp28-passive-dac-breakout-cable-7-ft-509763","title":"100G QSFP28 to 4 x 25G SFP28 Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 7 ft.","description":"\u003ch2\u003e3 ft. (1 m) QSFP28 to Four SFP28 DAC Cable, Cisco Compatible - Break out 100G into four 25G connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis high-quality breakout cable from Intellinet Network Solutions splits a single QSFP28 100 Gigabit Ethernet port into four individual SFP28 25 Gigabit Ethernet connections, making it ideal for linking a 100G switch uplink to multiple 25G servers, storage devices, or switches. It is MSA-compliant for seamless integration with leading manufacturers such as Cisco, Intellinet Network Solutions, ZyXEL, TP-Link, and Ubiquiti, and equivalent to the Cisco DAC Cable Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU2M. IBTA compliance ensures reliable performance in both Ethernet and InfiniBand environments, while support for QDR InfiniBand, SAS, and Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP) makes it a flexible solution for networking and storage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe benefits of Passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) over fiber optic and RJ45\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur passive QSFP28 to SFP28 DAC twinax breakout cable is an energy-efficient, low-latency, and cost-effective alternative to fiber optic and RJ45 cabling. It is an excellent choice for short-distance structured cabling between switches, routers, servers, or storage, whether in Top of Rack (ToR) setups, adjacent racks, switch stacking, or similar deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClose to zero power consumption and a wide temperature range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsuming less than 0.15 W, this passive DAC helps reduce operating expenses and produces zero heat in use. Its robust design supports operating temperatures up to 70 °C (158 °F), making it suitable for demanding data center environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLower cost and simpler deployment than fiber optics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith fewer internal components than fiber optic cables, DAC breakout cables are more affordable and do not require separate transceivers, reducing both cost and complexity. Hot-swappable connectors allow for quick, seamless network upgrades or replacements without downtime, and unlike fiber, used DAC cables do not require cleaning before reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLower latency than RJ45\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis DAC supports data transfer rates of up to 25Gbps per SFP+ channel, for an aggregated total of 100 Gbps. Compared to RJ45 twisted-pair cabling, its design provides lower signal latency, which is crucial for high-performance networking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for durability and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing durable zinc die-cast SFP28 and QSFP28 connectors with pull-to-release latches, this cable offers secure connections and easy removal. It is fully TAA-compliant and designed for broad interoperability with a wide range of networking equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note: This breakout DAC cable is MSA-compliant and programmed to work with compatible switches and routers from Cisco, Intellinet Network Solutions, ZyXEL, TP-Link, Ubiquiti, D-Link, Edimax, Allnet, Allied Telesis, Digitus, KTI Networks, LevelOne, PLANET, Tenda, TRENDnet, ZTE, Avaya, Mikrotik, Enterasys, Finisar, Dell Force10, Riverstone, Fortinet, and more.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaks out a single 100 Gigabit Ethernet port into four separate 25 Gigabit Ethernet connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSA-compliant for compatibility with leading switch manufacturers such as Cisco, Intellinet Network Solutions, ZyXEL, TP-Link, Ubiquiti and more (see specs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquivalent to the Cisco DAC Cable Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU2M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBTA-compliant to meet InfiniBand Trade Association standards, ensuring reliable performance and interoperability in Ethernet and InfiniBand networking environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports multiple protocols including QDR InfiniBand, SAS, and FCP for flexible deployment across networking and storage applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) twinax cable for cost-effective, low-latency, power-saving connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly lower power consumption and price point than fiber optic cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower signal latency than RJ45 connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimpler deployment than cables in optical transceivers with fewer components having to match\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive DAC as an ideal option in structured cabling for many short-distance applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces zero heat and can be used in high operating temperatures up to 70°C (158°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-swappable for seamless network upgrades or replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable zinc die-cast SFP28 and QSFP28 connectors with pull-to-release latches for secure connections and easy removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully NDAA-compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Intellinet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51202467660054,"sku":"509763","price":151.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/1039\/1318\/files\/100g-qsfp28-to-4-x-25g-sfp28-passive-dac-breakout-cable-7-ft-509763-1_e583b546-c2c6-434c-9b34-e9be5e798bdc.jpg?v=1780621671","url":"https:\/\/order.icintracom.com\/products\/intellinet-en-100g-qsfp28-to-4-x-25g-sfp28-passive-dac-breakout-cable-7-ft-509763","provider":"IC Intracom USA Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}