BLUELAN Cable Direct Attach compatible HPE 845418-B21, 100GBASE-CR4, Infiniband EDR, 26AWG, 5 metros (845418-B21-BL)

The BLUELAN 845418-B21-BL is a high-performance, passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable designed to deliver reliable 100 Gbps connectivity for data centers and high-performance computing environments. Fully compatible with HPE 845418-B21, this QSFP28 to QSFP28 cable supports both 100GBASE-CR4 Ethernet and Infiniband EDR protocols, making it a versatile solution for high-speed interconnects.

Advantages

Cost-effective alternative to OEM cables without compromising performance or reliability. Hot-swappable design ensures minimal downtime during installation or replacement. Low power consumption (<0.5W) helps reduce overall energy costs in large-scale deployments.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack to server connections
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise networking and storage area networks

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Direct Attach Copper (DAC)
• Data Rate: 100 Gbps
• Connector Type: QSFP28 to QSFP28
• Cable Length: 5 Meter (16.4 ft)
• Wire Gauge: 26 AWG
• Passive/Active: Passive
• Standards Compliance: SFF-8665 (QSFP28 MSA)
• Power Consumption: <0.5W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Certifications: CE, RoHS, FCC

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your network equipment supports QSFP28 ports and 100GBASE-CR4 or Infiniband EDR standards. This cable is ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth links within racks or between adjacent racks.