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StarTech.com QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable - 5 m (16.4 ft.), 16.40 ft Twinaxial Network Cable for Network Device, Server, Switch, Transceiver, Router, First End: 1 x QSFP+ Network, Male, Second End: 1 x QSFP+ Network

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Product Details

Product Highlights
  • 100% CISCO QSFP-H40G-ACU5M COMPATIBLE: Works with Cisco switches like Firepower, ASR1000, ASR9000, C9300, C3650 and others
  • TECHNICAL SPECS: 5m (16.4ft) - 40 Gbps - Active Twinax (Copper) - 2x QSFP+ Pluggable Connector - 100 Ohm Impedance - 30 AWG Wire Gauge - PVC Cable Jacket - Hot swappable - MSA Compliant
  • TESTED FOR OEM HOST COMPATIBILITY: Hot-swappable in Cisco routers and switches
  • OUTSTANDING SUPPORT: Backed by StarTech.com for the life of the cable itself, not your equipment; our cables won't void your OEM support and with access to our Tech Advisors 5/24.
  • WORKS WITH MSA COMPLIANT SWITCHES: Low power 40GbE DAC also works with switch models from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link and more that accept uncoded modules and transceivers
Product Documents

The QSFPH40GACU5 is a Cisco QSFP-H40G-ACU5M compatible direct-attach copper QSFP+ cable that's designed, programmed and tested to work with Cisco® brand compatible switches and routers and complies with MSA industry standards. This Active Twinax copper cable supports 40 Gigabit Ethernet applications connected through QSFP+ (Mini-GBIC) ports. This copper QSFP+ cable is hot-swappable, making upgrades and replacements seamless by minimizing network disruptions. Designed for high-speed performance, this low-power, low-latency QSFP+ cable is a cost-effective alternative to fiber-optic cable assemblies, supporting short-distance applications such as point-to-point in-rack network switch or server connections. StarTech.com SFP Cables All StarTech.com SFP & SFP+ cables are backed by a lifetime warranty and free lifetime multilingual technical support. StarTech.com offers a wide variety of direct-attach SFP cables and SFP modules, providing the convenience and reliability you need to ensure dependable network performance.

Product Specifications

Dimensions / Specifications
Unit of Measure EA
Item Dimensions 9.30 in. x 1.10 in. x 10.10 in. (W x H x D)
Item Weight 0.900 lbs
Carton Pack Quantity 1 EA
This item is sold by the EA
Shipping Info
Can Ship via UPS? Yes
Can Ship via Air Carrier? Yes
Hazmat restrictions? No
Additional Information
Considered Green (less environmental impact)? Yes
Made of Some or All Recycled Materials? No
Item Specifications
Manufacturer StarTech.com
Manufacturer Part Number QSFPH40GACU5
Product Name QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable - 5 m (16.4 ft.)
Packaged Quantity 1 Each
Product Type Network Cable
Cable Type Twinaxial
Cable Length 16.40 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 QSFP+ Network - Male
Connector Gender on Second End Male
Connector on Second End Details 1 x QSFP+ Network - Male
Device Supported Network Device
Device Supported Server
Device Supported Switch
Device Supported Transceiver
Device Supported Router
American Wire Gauge 30 AWG
Data Transfer Rate 40 Gbit/s
Features Active
Features Hot-swappable
Color Family Black
Product Color Black
Product Material Copper
Jacket Material Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Weight (Approximate) 0.82 lb
Shipping Height 0.98"
Shipping Width 9.84"
Shipping Weight (Approximate) 13.60 oz
Compatibility Cisco Firewall, Routers and Switches: Firepower, ASR1000, ASR9000, C9300, C3650
Environmentally Friendly Yes
Environmental Compliance Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Environmental Compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
Country of Origin Taiwan
Limited Warranty Lifetime
Manufacturer Info
Brand StarTech.com
Manufacturer SKU QSFPH40GACU5
Retail GTIN (UPC) 00065030874946
Country of Origin TW
UNSPSC Number
Product ID 68153

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