Name: 00MP516 Lenovo 0.5m 100GbE QSFP28 to QSFP28 DAC Passive Copper Cable
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 00MP516
Price: 126.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 0.5m DAC 100GbE QSFP28 to QSFP28 Passive Copper Cable connects devices requiring fast and reliable 100 Gigabit Ethernet over short distances. It’s a straightforward, passive copper solution favored where equipment is located close together, delivering stable high-speed links without additional power or signal conversion.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	00MP516
Alternate Part Number	00MP516-12-HU

Technical Information
Cable Family	DAC/AOC
Cable Type	Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
Data Rate	100GbE (100 Gbps)
Cable Length	0.5m
Compatibility	QSFP28 ports; 100GbE switches and NICs; Lenovo servers and switches with QSFP28 ports
product type	Passive Copper Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
Product Category	Network Cable

Connectivity
Connector A	QSFP28
Connector B	QSFP28
Cable Connector Gender	Male to Male
Connector Type	QSFP28 to QSFP28

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	QSFP28
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 0.5 meter passive copper cable is built to handle 100 Gigabit Ethernet connections via QSFP28 interfaces. It’s commonly used in data centers and network environments where short-distance, high-throughput connectivity is needed between switches, servers, or storage devices. Often found in setups requiring reliable and cost-effective interconnects, this cable suits IT professionals and network engineers focusing on performance and stability without the need for active signal boosting. Key Features Delivers reliable 100GbE data rates over a short 0.5m length Passive design reduces latency and power consumption QSFP28 connectors ensure compatibility with modern network hardware Robust copper construction for durable, consistent connections Plug-and-play setup streamlines deployment without extra configuration This cable is typically deployed inside racks or between closely placed equipment in data centers, providing a straightforward link that avoids the complexity and expense of optical modules. It plays a practical role in maintaining high-speed communication within dense networking environments.

Use Cases
The Lenovo 0.5m 100GbE QSFP28 to QSFP28 DAC Passive Copper Cable is primarily utilized in environments where high-bandwidth, low-latency data transfer is critical over short distances. It suits IT professionals managing densely packed networking equipment in data centers or enterprise backbones where direct device interconnections are common. How It's Used: Connecting top-of-rack switches to servers in virtualization-heavy data centers to optimize internal traffic flow. Linking storage arrays within clustered storage environments for rapid data replication and retrieval. Implementing high-speed interconnects between network devices in enterprise IT infrastructure to support intensive workloads. Facilitating communications between edge computing nodes in confined spaces requiring minimal cabling complexity. Deploying within SMB networks needing cost-effective, high-throughput connections for growing data demands. This cable enhances operational efficiency by providing stable, high-speed links without active components, thereby reducing power consumption and minimizing failure points. It supports scalable infrastructure layouts where short-distance connections are frequent, enabling streamlined performance in demanding network topologies.

00MP516 Lenovo 0.5m 100GbE QSFP28 to QSFP28 DAC Passive Copper Cable

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