Name: 4X10G Dell 1m (3ft) + 40G QSFP to 4 x 10G SFP + Breakout Active Optical Cable
Brand: Dell
SKU: 4X10G
Price: 1499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 4X10G Dell 1m + 40G QSFP to 4x10G SFP+ Breakout Active Optical Cable splits a 40G QSFP+ interface into four distinct 10G SFP+ channels. It fits into setups requiring scalable bandwidth and flexible port configurations, especially in Dell-supported systems. Its active optical design ensures reliable data transmission over short distances, making it a practical choice for dense networking environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	4X10G

Technical Information
Data Rate	40 Gbps (aggregate), 4x10 Gbps (per lane)
Cable Length	1 m (3 ft)
Compatibility	Dell (QSFP+ ports supporting breakout), QSFP+, SFP+
Voltage	3.3 V
product type	Active Optical Cable, Breakout Cable, QSFP+ to 4x SFP+
Product Category	Active Optical Cable, Network Cable, Breakout Cable

Connectivity
Connector Type	1x QSFP+ to 4x SFP+

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Cable (QSFP+ to 4x SFP+)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 4x10G Active Optical Breakout Cable enables splitting a single 40G QSFP+ port into four independent 10G SFP+ connections. It is commonly used in data centers or enterprise networks where high bandwidth and flexible port configuration are needed. Built for environments that require reliable, high-speed interconnects, this cable is often found in server rooms and switches to optimize network topology without additional hardware. Key Features Breaks out one 40G QSFP+ connection into four separate 10G SFP+ links Active Optical Cable design reduces signal loss over the 1m length Supports Dell hardware to ensure compatibility and performance Compact form factor suitable for dense networking racks Plug-and-play setup minimizes installation time This cable is typically deployed in high-performance computing environments, data centers, and telecom infrastructure where consolidating multiple 10G connections into a single 40G port streamlines network design. It helps reduce cabling complexity while maintaining signal integrity across connections.

Use Cases
The 4X10G Dell 1m + 40G QSFP to 4x10G SFP+ Breakout Active Optical Cable is ideal for environments that require high-density networking and flexible port configurations. It is particularly suited for data centers, enterprise IT infrastructures, and virtualized environments where consolidating bandwidth and optimizing switch port utilization are critical. How It's Used: Enabling scalable bandwidth segmentation in data center top-of-rack switch deployments for efficient traffic management. Supporting virtualization environments by providing multiple 10G connections from a single 40G uplink to servers or storage arrays. Facilitating network edge deployments in enterprise IT setups where space and port density are limited. Connecting storage clusters requiring multiple 10G links aggregated via a single 40G port to reduce cabling complexity. Optimizing network fabrics in cloud service provider infrastructures by breaking out high-speed links for diverse workloads. This breakout cable supports operational efficiency by enabling flexible port allocation and minimizing cable clutter in dense networking racks. It enhances scalability by allowing incremental bandwidth distribution without additional switch ports, aiding performance in complex network topologies.

4X10G Dell 1m (3ft) + 40G QSFP to 4 x 10G SFP + Breakout Active Optical Cable

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