StarTech.com QSFP40GPC3M 3m 40Gbps QSFP+ Direct Attach Copper Twinax Cable
The StarTech.com QSFP40GPC3M is a 3-meter direct-attach copper QSFP+ cable, engineered to deliver dependable 40 Gbps Ethernet connectivity for critical network deployments.
- 40 Gbps Performance: Provides high-speed data transfer, eliminating network bottlenecks in demanding server-to-switch or switch-to-switch connections.
- MSA Compliance: Ensures broad compatibility with QSFP+ ports across various vendor platforms, simplifying procurement and reducing integration risks.
- Cost-Effective Connectivity: Offers a lower-cost alternative to fiber-optic solutions for short-distance 40GbE links, optimizing infrastructure budgets.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Allows for cable replacement or upgrades without requiring network downtime, maintaining continuous operational availability.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com QSFP40GPC3M is a 3-meter direct-attach copper (DAC) twinax cable, specifically designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet applications and supporting the InfiniBand protocol. It features male QSFP+ connectors on both ends, enabling high-speed links between compatible network devices.
This passive cable offers a cost-effective and low-power alternative to fiber-optic setups for short-range connections, while its hot-swappable design ensures minimal disruption during installation or maintenance. It is RoHS, CE, FCC, and REACH certified, meeting essential environmental and safety standards.
- Core Functionality: Delivers reliable 40 Gbps Ethernet connectivity, ensuring rapid data transfer for critical server and switch interconnects within data centers.
- Universal Compatibility: Engineered to be MSA compliant, guaranteeing interoperability with a wide range of QSFP+ enabled network hardware from various manufacturers, simplifying network design.
- Optimized for Short Reach: Provides a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution for connecting devices over distances up to 3 meters, ideal for in-rack or adjacent rack deployments.
- Operational Resilience: Supports hot-swapping, allowing network administrators to replace or upgrade cables without powering down connected equipment, preserving uptime.
- Operational Value: Backed by a lifetime warranty, this cable offers long-term reliability and reduced total cost of ownership, protecting your infrastructure investment.
Choose the StarTech.com QSFP40GPC3M for a dependable, high-performance 40GbE interconnect solution that supports your business's demanding network requirements.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Rack Interconnects
Within a server rack or between adjacent racks, high-speed data transfer is critical for application performance. This 3-meter QSFP+ DAC cable provides a direct 40 Gbps link, ensuring minimal latency and maximum throughput for server-to-switch or switch-to-switch connections.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, cloud service providers
Cost-Effective 40GbE Deployments
Implementing 40 Gigabit Ethernet often involves significant investment in fiber optics for longer distances. For short-range connections up to 3 meters, this copper twinax cable offers a more economical alternative, reducing capital expenditure without compromising performance.
SMBs with growing data needs, mid-market companies optimizing IT budgets, organizations upgrading existing infrastructure
Reliable Network Expansion
As network demands grow, expanding capacity requires dependable components that integrate seamlessly. The MSA-compliant design and hot-swappable nature of this cable ensure frictionless integration into existing 40GbE environments, supporting continuous network evolution.
IT operations teams, network architects, facilities management, infrastructure upgrade projects
Key Features
Cable length: 3 m
Provides optimal reach for in-rack or adjacent rack connections, simplifying cable management and reducing clutter in dense network environments.
Data transfer rate: 40000 Mbit/s
Enables ultra-fast 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, eliminating data bottlenecks and supporting high-bandwidth applications like virtualization and large file transfers.
Connector 1 & 2: QSFP+
Ensures compatibility with industry-standard QSFP+ ports, allowing for broad interoperability with a wide range of network switches, servers, and NICs.
MSA Compliant
Guarantees interoperability with multi-source agreement compliant hardware, reducing vendor lock-in and simplifying procurement for diverse network infrastructures.
Plug and Play: Yes
Facilitates quick and easy installation without complex configuration, minimizing deployment time and reducing the need for specialized IT intervention.
Compatible With
Network Switches & Routers
Cisco Nexus, Arista, Juniper, HPE, Dell, and other MSA-compliant QSFP+ devices
Servers & Storage Arrays
Rack servers, blade servers, network-attached storage (NAS), storage area networks (SAN) with QSFP+ ports
Network Interface Cards (NICs)
High-performance server NICs, host bus adapters (HBAs) with QSFP+ interfaces
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
InfiniBand-enabled clusters, supercomputers, research and development networks
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of devices are compatible with this QSFP+ cable?
This QSFP+ direct attach copper cable is compatible with any network device featuring an MSA-compliant QSFP+ port, including 40GbE switches, servers, and network interface cards from various manufacturers.
Can this cable be used for InfiniBand applications?
Yes, the StarTech.com QSFP40GPC3M cable supports the InfiniBand protocol, making it suitable for high-performance computing (HPC) environments and other specialized data center applications.
What is the primary advantage of using a direct attach copper (DAC) cable over fiber optics?
For short distances up to 3 meters, DAC cables like this one offer a more cost-effective and lower-power consumption alternative to fiber-optic transceivers and cables, simplifying short-range high-speed links.
Is this cable hot-swappable?
Yes, the QSFP40GPC3M is designed to be hot-swappable, allowing for installation or replacement without requiring a power cycle or downtime for the connected network equipment.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.