Cisco Compatible DACs
Cisco Compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M | 25G SFP28 Passive DAC Cable 5m
Buy Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M 25G SFP28 passive DAC cable for Cisco Nexus, Catalyst and UCS platforms. 5 meter twinax direct attach copper cable.
Cisco Compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M
25G SFP28 Passive Direct Attach Copper Cable | 5 Meter | Twinax DAC Cable
Product Overview
The Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M is a high-speed 25G SFP28 passive direct attach copper (DAC) cable designed for reliable short-range Ethernet connectivity in modern data center and enterprise networking environments.
Constructed with high-quality twinax copper cable and integrated SFP28 connectors, this DAC cable delivers stable and low-latency 25GbE performance for:
- Top-of-rack (ToR) switching
- Server-to-switch interconnections
- Storage networking
- Cloud computing infrastructure
- High-density rack deployments
With a cable length of 5 meters, the SFP-H25G-CU5M provides a cost-effective and power-efficient alternative to optical transceivers for short-distance applications.
Key Features
- Supports 25Gbps Ethernet transmission
- Passive SFP28 Twinax DAC cable
- SFP28 to SFP28 direct attach design
- 5-meter cable length
- Ultra-low latency performance
- Very low power consumption
- Hot-pluggable SFP28 connectors
- Excellent EMI shielding performance
- Fully compliant with SFP28 MSA standards
- 100% tested for Cisco compatibility
Compatible Cisco Platforms
The Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M is compatible with a wide range of Cisco networking devices 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 Cisco hardware model and software version.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Part Number | SFP-H25G-CU5M |
Cable Type | Passive Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) |
Form Factor | SFP28 to SFP28 |
Data Rate | 25Gbps |
Cable Length | 5 Meters |
Media | Twinax Copper |
AWG | 26AWG–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 Networking Costs
Provides a highly economical solution for short-range 25G Ethernet deployments compared with optical transceiver solutions.
Ultra-Low Latency
Passive DAC architecture minimizes transmission delay for high-performance networking applications.
Energy Efficient
Consumes significantly less power than optical transceivers, improving overall data center efficiency.
Proven Cisco Compatibility
Fully tested on Cisco switches, routers, and server platforms for reliable interoperability.
Typical Applications
- 25G Ethernet data center infrastructure
- Top-of-rack (ToR) switching
- Server-to-switch connectivity
- Storage networking
- Enterprise data centers
- Cloud and hyperscale computing
- HPC (High Performance Computing)
- Short-range rack-to-rack connections
Quality Assurance
Every Cisco compatible SFP-H25G-CU5M cable undergoes:
- Signal integrity testing
- Cisco interoperability verification
- EEPROM validation
- Reliability and stability testing
- Aging and performance tests
Ordering Information
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
SFP-H25G-CU5M | 25G SFP28 Passive DAC Cable, 5 Meter |
FAQ
What is the maximum supported transmission distance?
The SFP-H25G-CU5M supports transmission distances up to 5 meters.
Is this an active or passive DAC cable?
This is a passive SFP28 DAC cable.
Does it support hot swapping?
Yes. The cable supports hot-pluggable operation.
Which Cisco devices commonly support this cable?
It is widely used with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, UCS, ASR, and MDS platforms.
Can compatibility be customized for other vendors?
Yes. Multi-vendor compatibility coding is available upon request.
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