BlueLAN HPE M-Series R8M55A Cable breakout direct attach pasivo 400GBASE-CR8 QSFP-DD a 4x100GBASE-CR QSFP56 compatible, 1 metro, AWG26

This BlueLAN passive Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC) is designed for high-performance data center and enterprise networking. It provides a cost-effective, low-latency solution for breaking out a 400 Gbps QSFP-DD port into four 100 Gbps QSFP56 ports, enabling seamless integration of 400G and 100G infrastructure.

Advantages

• High aggregate bandwidth of 400 Gbps for demanding applications.
• Passive copper design ensures low power consumption and zero latency.
• Compatible with HPE M-Series switches and servers, specifically designed for R8M55A.
• Breakout configuration simplifies cabling and reduces cost compared to optical transceivers.
• Robust AWG26 construction for reliable signal integrity over 1 meter.

Suitable for

• Data center top-of-rack and end-of-row connectivity
• High-performance computing clusters
• Enterprise network aggregation and core links
• Upgrading existing 100G infrastructure to 400G

Key specifications

• Product Type: Direct Attach Breakout Cable (DAC)
• Aggregate Data Rate: 400 Gbps
• Connector Type A: QSFP-DD
• Connector Type B: 4x QSFP56
• Ethernet Standard A: 400GBASE-CR8
• Ethernet Standard B: 4x 100GBASE-CR
• Cable Length: 1 Meter
• Cable Gauge: AWG26
• Cable Type: Passive
• Compatibility: HPE M-Series, HPE R8M55A
• Form Factor A: QSFP-DD
• Form Factor B: QSFP56
• Breakout Configuration: 1x 400G to 4x 100G
• Application: High-Speed Data Networking, Data Center Interconnect
• Cable Material: Copper

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the switch and the connected devices support the respective standards (400GBASE-CR8 and 100GBASE-CR). This cable is ideal for short-reach interconnects within racks or between adjacent racks.