Cisco Compatible DACs
Cisco Compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M | 25G SFP28 Passive DAC Cable 2.5m
Buy Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M 25G SFP28 passive DAC cable for Cisco Nexus, Catalyst and UCS platforms. 2.5 meter twinax direct attach copper cable.
Cisco Compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M
25G SFP28 Passive Direct Attach Copper Cable | 2.5 Meter | Twinax DAC Cable
Product Overview
The Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M is a high-performance 25G SFP28 passive direct attach copper (DAC) cable engineered for short-range high-speed Ethernet connectivity in enterprise and data center environments.
Built with premium twinax copper cable and integrated SFP28 connectors, this DAC cable provides reliable and low-latency 25GbE transmission for:
- Top-of-rack (ToR) switching
- Server-to-switch connections
- Storage networking
- Cloud computing infrastructure
- High-density rack deployments
With a transmission distance of 2.5 meters, the SFP-H25G-CU2.5M offers a cost-effective alternative to optical transceivers for short-distance interconnect applications.
Key Features
- Supports 25Gbps Ethernet transmission
- Passive SFP28 Twinax DAC cable
- SFP28 to SFP28 direct attach design
- 2.5-meter cable length
- Ultra-low latency performance
- Low power consumption
- Hot-pluggable connectors
- Excellent EMI shielding performance
- Fully compliant with SFP28 MSA standards
- 100% tested for Cisco compatibility
Compatible Cisco Platforms
The Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M is compatible with a wide range of Cisco networking equipment including:
Cisco Nexus Series
- Cisco Nexus 93180YC-EX
- Cisco Nexus 93108TC-EX
- Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2
- Cisco Nexus 9364C
- Cisco Nexus 9500 Series
Cisco Catalyst Series
- Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series
- Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series
- Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series
Cisco UCS Platforms
- Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6332
- Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6454
- Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers
- Cisco UCS B-Series Blade Servers
Cisco ASR Series
- Cisco ASR 9000 Series
- Cisco ASR 1000 Series
Cisco MDS Storage Networking
- Cisco MDS 9000 Series
Compatibility may vary depending on hardware revision and software version.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Part Number | SFP-H25G-CU2.5M |
Cable Type | Passive Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) |
Form Factor | SFP28 to SFP28 |
Data Rate | 25Gbps |
Cable Length | 2.5 Meters |
Media | Twinax Copper |
AWG | 30AWG (Typical) |
Connector Type | SFP28 |
Power Consumption | Near Zero |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Compliance | SFP28 MSA, RoHS |
Product Advantages
Lower Deployment Costs
Provides a highly economical solution for short-range 25G Ethernet connections compared with fiber optics.
Ultra-Low Latency
Passive DAC architecture minimizes signal delay, ideal for high-performance networking environments.
Energy Efficient
Consumes significantly less power than optical transceiver solutions.
Proven Cisco Interoperability
Fully tested on Cisco switches, routers, and server platforms to ensure stable operation.
Typical Applications
- 25G Ethernet data center networks
- Top-of-rack (ToR) switching
- Server-to-switch connectivity
- Storage networking
- Cloud and hyperscale data centers
- Enterprise LAN infrastructure
- HPC (High Performance Computing)
- Short-distance rack interconnections
Quality Assurance
Every Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU2.5M cable undergoes:
- Signal integrity testing
- Cisco compatibility verification
- EEPROM validation
- Cable reliability testing
- Stability and aging tests
Ordering Information
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
SFP-H25G-CU2.5M | 25G SFP28 Passive DAC Cable, 2.5 Meter |
FAQ
What is the supported cable length?
This DAC cable supports transmission distances up to 2.5 meters.
Is the SFP-H25G-CU2.5M passive or active?
It is a passive SFP28 DAC cable.
Does this cable support hot swapping?
Yes. The cable supports hot-pluggable operation.
Which Cisco platforms commonly use this cable?
It is widely used with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, UCS, ASR, and MDS platforms.
Can compatibility be customized for other brands?
Yes. Multi-vendor compatibility coding is available upon request.
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