Cisco Compatible DACs
Cisco Compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU Breakout Cable | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ DAC 1m-5m
Buy Cisco compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU passive breakout DAC cables including 1m, 2m, 3m, 4m and 5m versions for Cisco Nexus, Catalyst and UCS platforms.
Cisco Compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU Passive Breakout Cables
QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ 10G DAC Breakout Cable | 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m
Product Overview
The Cisco compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU Series is a high-performance passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) breakout cable solution designed to connect one 40G QSFP+ port to four independent 10G SFP+ ports.
Available in multiple lengths including:
- QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M
- QSFP-4SFP10G-CU2M
- QSFP-4SFP10G-CU3M
- QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M
- QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M
These breakout cables provide a cost-effective and low-latency solution for:
- 40G to 4x10G breakout applications
- Top-of-rack (ToR) switching
- Data center aggregation
- Server and storage connectivity
- Cloud computing infrastructure
- High-density rack deployments
The passive copper design eliminates the need for additional power consumption while ensuring stable high-speed Ethernet connectivity.
Key Features
- Supports 40G QSFP+ to 4x10G SFP+ breakout
- Passive DAC copper cable design
- Available lengths: 1m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m
- Low latency and ultra-low power consumption
- Cost-effective alternative to optical transceivers
- Hot-pluggable QSFP+ and SFP+ interfaces
- Excellent signal integrity
- Fully compliant with QSFP+ and SFP+ MSA standards
- 100% tested for Cisco compatibility
Available Models
Part Number | Cable Length |
|---|---|
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M | 1 Meter |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU2M | 2 Meters |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU3M | 3 Meters |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M | 4 Meters |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M | 5 Meters |
Compatible Cisco Platforms
The Cisco compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU breakout cable series is compatible with a wide range of Cisco networking equipment including:
Cisco Nexus Series
- Cisco Nexus 3064
- Cisco Nexus 3172PQ
- Cisco Nexus 3232C
- Cisco Nexus 5548UP
- Cisco Nexus 5672UP
- Cisco Nexus 6000 Series
- Cisco Nexus 7000 Series
- Cisco Nexus 9000 Series
Cisco Catalyst Series
- Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series
- Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series
Cisco UCS Platforms
- Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6200 Series
- Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6300 Series
- Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers
Cisco ASR Series
- Cisco ASR 9000 Series
Compatibility may vary depending on Cisco hardware model and software version.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Product Type | Passive DAC Breakout Cable |
Connector A | 1x QSFP+ |
Connector B | 4x SFP+ |
Data Rate | 40Gbps to 4x10Gbps |
Cable Lengths | 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m |
Cable Type | Passive Copper |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Power Consumption | Near Zero |
Compliance | QSFP+ MSA, SFP+ MSA, RoHS |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Product Advantages
Cost-Effective 40G Breakout Solution
Provides an economical method to split a 40G QSFP+ port into four independent 10G connections.
Ultra-Low Power Consumption
Passive copper design requires virtually no additional power.
Low Latency Connectivity
Ideal for high-performance data center networking applications.
Simplified Deployment
Plug-and-play installation without additional optical modules.
Proven Cisco Compatibility
Fully tested with Cisco switches, routers, and server platforms.
Typical Applications
- 40G to 4x10G breakout connectivity
- Data center top-of-rack switching
- Spine-leaf architecture
- High-density server deployments
- Storage networking
- Cloud computing infrastructure
- Enterprise aggregation networks
- HPC environments
Quality Assurance
Every Cisco compatible QSFP-4SFP10G-CU breakout cable undergoes:
- Signal integrity testing
- Cisco compatibility validation
- EEPROM programming verification
- Reliability and aging tests
- Thermal and stress testing
Ordering Information
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M | Cisco Compatible QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 1m |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU2M | Cisco Compatible QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 2m |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU3M | Cisco Compatible QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 3m |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M | Cisco Compatible QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 4m |
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M | Cisco Compatible QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Passive DAC Breakout Cable, 5m |
FAQ
What does the QSFP-4SFP10G-CU cable do?
It splits one 40G QSFP+ port into four separate 10G SFP+ connections.
Is this an active or passive cable?
This is a passive DAC copper breakout cable.
What cable lengths are available?
1m, 2m, 3m, 4m, and 5m versions are available.
Does it support hot swapping?
Yes. The cable supports hot-pluggable operation.
Which Cisco switches support this cable?
It is widely used with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, UCS, and ASR platforms.
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