Name: JH234A HP 40GbE 1m Direct Attach Copper Cable
Brand: HPE
SKU: JH234A
Price: 165.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP JH234A 40GBase direct attach cable is a short-range, high-speed connection solution designed to link compatible HP networking devices. It fits into environments where quick, reliable inter-device communication is necessary, typically within server racks or network cabinets.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	JH234A

Technical Information
Data Rate	40 Gbps
Cable Length	1.0 m (3.3 ft)
Compatibility	HPE/HP switches and servers with QSFP+ 40GbE ports,MSA-compliant QSFP+ ports
Stacking Bandwidth	40 Gbps
product type	Direct Attach Cable,Passive Copper DAC,40GbE
Product Category	Cables & Adapters,Cables

Connectivity
Connector Type	QSFP+ to QSFP+

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	QSFP+ direct attach (DAC)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 40GBase direct attach cable provides a reliable, short-distance connection between servers, switches, or storage devices. It is often found in data centers and enterprise networks where high-speed interconnects are essential. Built for use with HP networking gear, this cable offers a straightforward plug-and-play solution without the need for separate transceivers. Network administrators and IT professionals typically use it to simplify cabling and reduce latency in dense networking setups. Key Features Delivers 40 Gigabit Ethernet performance for fast data transfers 3.3 ft length ideal for close-proximity connections within racks Plug-and-play design reduces installation complexity and time Compatible with HP switches and servers supporting 40GBase standards Improves signal integrity for lower error rates and better reliability Commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise networks, this direct attach cable helps maintain efficient and high-speed communications between critical hardware. Its short length and high throughput make it a practical choice for connecting devices without requiring fiber optics or additional modules.

Use Cases
The HP 40GbE 1m Direct Attach Copper Cable is primarily utilized within high-density rack deployments where low-latency, high-throughput connections between servers, switches, or storage devices are critical. It is ideal for data centers and enterprise IT environments requiring efficient, short-distance interconnects to support demanding workloads such as virtualization and storage clustering. How It's Used: Connecting top-of-rack switches to server blades in enterprise data centers handling virtualized workloads. Linking storage arrays within clustered storage environments to ensure rapid data access and synchronization. Facilitating high-speed interconnects between network devices in dense rack deployments for improved bandwidth utilization. Supporting edge computing nodes with compact, low-latency cabling in telecommunication facilities. Enabling real-time data transfer between compute nodes in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. This direct attach copper cable enhances operational efficiency by reducing connection complexity and latency in tightly packed network configurations. Its compatibility with HP 40G interfaces supports scalability and high-performance demands across various enterprise and data center infrastructures.

JH234A HP 40GbE 1m Direct Attach Copper Cable

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