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00WE049 IBM 1.5M OPA 100 Series Passive Copper QSFP28 Cable

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00WE049

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 1.5 meter passive copper cable with QSFP28 connectors
  • Supports 100Gbps data transfer rates over OPA 100 Series
  • Low latency and power-efficient for high-speed networking
  • Designed for short-range interconnects between switches and servers
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$361.00
Product Overview

The IBM 1.5M OPA 100 Series Passive Copper QSFP28 Cable connects high-speed network devices over short distances without needing active electronics. It fits well in data centers where fast, reliable, and energy-efficient cabling is necessary for 100Gbps Ethernet links between servers and switches.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 00WE049
Technical Information
Cable Family DAC/AOC
Cable Type Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
Data Rate 100Gb/s (QSFP28 - 4x25Gb/s, OPA 100)
Cable Length 1.5 m
Compatibility Omni-Path Architecture (OPA) 100 Series, QSFP28 ports, QSFP28-compliant host adapters and switches (e.g., Mellanox/Intel/IBM QSFP28 devices)
Product Category Network Cables
Connectivity
Connector A QSFP28
Connector B QSFP28
Cable Connector Gender Male to Male
Connector Type QSFP28 to QSFP28
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor QSFP28
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This IBM 1.5M OPA 100 Series Passive Copper QSFP28 Cable is built for high-speed data transmission in data centers and enterprise network environments. Often found in setups requiring direct attach cables, it connects switches, routers, and servers efficiently without active components.

Typically used by network engineers and IT professionals managing high bandwidth infrastructure, this cable ensures reliable performance with minimal signal degradation across short distances.

Key Features

  • Delivers 100 Gigabit Ethernet speeds for demanding data loads
  • Passive design reduces power consumption compared to active cables
  • Compatible with OPA 100 Series hardware for seamless integration
  • 1.5 meter length balances flexibility and minimal signal loss
  • Durable QSFP28 connectors for secure, stable connections

In practice, this cable is commonly deployed within server racks and switch clusters to maintain fast and stable network links. It plays a crucial role in data center architecture where quick, low-latency connections are essential for smooth operations and data transfer.


Use Cases

This cable is ideal for establishing high-speed connections in data centers and enterprise networks.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting switches within a rack for 100 GbE aggregation
  • Linking servers to top-of-rack switches
  • Interconnecting storage systems requiring high bandwidth
  • Replacing fiber optics for cost-efficient short-distance links
  • Deploying in environments where low latency is critical

By using this cable, network setups can achieve efficient and reliable data transfer, improving overall system performance and scalability.


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00WE049 IBM 1.5M OPA 100 Series Passive Copper QSFP28 Cable
00WE049 IBM 1.5M OPA 100 Series Passive Copper QSFP28 Cable
$361.00