Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU5M DAC Cable – 100Gbps High-Speed , Low Latency , Plug-And-Play Cisco Cables And Accessories

Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU5M DAC Cable – 100Gbps High-Speed , Low Latency , Plug-And-Play Cisco Cables And Accessories

The Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU5M is a high-performance Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable designed for 100Gbps (4x25Gbps) data transmission in modern data centers, cloud networks, and enterprise environments. This passive DAC cable provides a cost-effective, low-latency solution for short-distance connections between QSFP28 (100G) and SFP28 (25G) ports, ensuring seamless integration with Cisco switches, routers, and servers.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ 100Gbps (4x25G) Bandwidth – Supports high-speed data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications like AI, HPC, and storage networks.
✔ Ultra-Low Latency – Passive copper design reduces signal delay, ideal for real-time workloads.
✔ Plug-and-Play – No additional configuration or external power required; hot-swappable for easy deployment.
✔ Cost-Effective – More affordable than optical transceivers, perfect for short-reach (≤5m) connections.
✔ Reliable & Durable – High-quality copper construction ensures stable performance with minimal signal loss.
✔ Cisco Certified – Guaranteed compatibility with Cisco Nexus 9000, UCS, and other enterprise-grade devices.

Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

• Data Centers: Connect 100G switches to 25G servers/NVMe storage.

• Cloud Computing: High-speed interconnects for virtualized environments.

• AI/ML & HPC: Low-latency cluster communication.

• Enterprise Networks: Core-to-aggregation layer connectivity.

Why Choose This Cisco DAC Cable?

The Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU5M offers a reliable, high-speed, and budget-friendly alternative to fiber optics for short-distance networking. With plug-and-play simplicity and Cisco-certified compatibility, it ensures seamless integration into existing infrastructure while reducing deployment costs.

For longer distances, consider Cisco active optical cables (AOCs) or QSFP28 transceivers.