QSFP-100G-CU5M Overview
The Cisco QSFP-100G-CU5M is a 100GBASE-CR4 passive direct attach copper cable assembly in a 5-meter length. This passive copper cable with integrated QSFP connectors on both ends enables cost-optimized 100Gbps connectivity across adjacent racks over short distances.
This cable carries four lanes of 25Gbps Ethernet traffic over bundled copper twinax cables. It meets 100GBASE-CR4 industry standards for guaranteed interoperability, simplifying deployment of high density 100GbE links.
Key Features
- 100Gbps over 5m direct attach copper cable
- Integrated QSFP connectors on both ends
- Designed for across rack cabling
- Compliant to 100GBASE-CR4 specifications
- Cable diameter: 9mm
QSFP-100G-CU5M Compatibility
This cable is supported on Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switches with QSFP28 ports compatible with 100GBASE-CR4.
Specifications
Specification | Value |
---|---|
Connector Type | QSFP to QSFP |
Supported Cables | 4x Passive Copper Twinax |
Cable Length | 5 meters |
Cable Diameter | 9 mm |
Bend Radius | 70 mm |
Installation
The QSFP-100G-CU5M directly plugs into 100GBASE-CR4 compatible QSFP28 ports, enabling seamless 100Gbps connectivity without any configuration. Cables should be neatly routed through rack cable managers.
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