Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

QSFP4SFPPC2M

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Twinaxial Network Cable

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Twinaxial

Cable Length

6.56 ft

Connector Type on First End

QSFP+ Network - Male

Connector Gender on First End

Male

Connector on First End Details

1 x QSFP+ Network - Male

Connector Type on Second End

SFP+ Network - Male

Connector Gender on Second End

Male

Connector on Second End Details

4 x SFP+ Network - Male

Features

Hot-swappable
Passive

Device Supported

Network Device
Server
Switch
Transceiver
Router

American Wire Gauge

30 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

40 Gbit/s

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Black

Product Material

Copper

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Weight (Approximate)

0.76 lb

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

WEEE
RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|twinaxial cable|Copper Twinaxial cable icon

    Twinaxial Cable

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the StarTech.com QSFP4SFPPC2M Twinaxial Network Cable?
The QSFP4SFPPC2M is designed to bridge 40G network equipment with 10G compatible servers or routers. It's a QSFP+ direct-attach Twinax breakout cable that connects a single QSFP+ port to four 10G SFP+ ports, enabling high-speed interconnects for point-to-point in-rack and across-rack network switch or server connections.
What is the data transfer rate and cable length of this network cable?
This Twinaxial network cable supports a data transfer rate of 40 Gbit/s and has a length of 6.56 feet (2 meters). This length is optimized for short-distance, high-speed interconnects, making it ideal for in-rack and across-rack connections.
What devices is this cable compatible with?
The cable is compatible with multiple network devices including servers, switches, routers, transceivers, and other network devices. It's specifically designed to connect QSFP+ equipment to SFP+ devices, bridging 40G network equipment with 10G compatible hardware.
What are the connector types on this cable?
The cable features one QSFP+ Network male connector on the first end and four SFP+ Network male connectors on the second end. This breakout configuration allows for splitting a single 40G connection into four 10G connections.
Is this cable hot-swappable and what are its key features?
Yes, the cable is fully hot-swappable, allowing for seamless upgrades and replacements with minimal network disruptions. It's a passive copper cable that offers a low-power, low-latency, and cost-effective alternative to fiber-optic assemblies. The cable is also MSA Compliant and RoHS certified.

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