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QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M Cisco 100G QSFP to 4x 25G SFP28 Passive Copper Cable 3M

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QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • QSFP to 4x SFP28 passive copper breakout cable
  • Supports 100GBASE QSFP to 4x 25G SFP connections
  • 3 meters length for flexible rack or cabinet setups
  • Low latency, energy-efficient passive design
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$119.00

Product Overview

The QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M is a passive copper breakout cable that splits a 100G QSFP port into four separate 25G SFP ports. It fits well in data center setups where high-speed connections need to be broken into smaller lanes without adding power or complexity. This 3-meter cable bridges devices efficiently, supporting flexible network layouts and reliable signal transmission over short distances.

General Information

Brand Cisco
Part Number QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M

Technical Information

Data Rate 100 Gbps (aggregate), 25 Gbps per lane
Cable Length 3 m (3 meters)
Compatibility Cisco QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M, Cisco QSFP28 ports, SFP28 / SFP25G ports, 100GBASE QSFP to 4x25G compatible devices
Stacking Bandwidth 100 Gbps
product type Passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) breakout cable, QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 (4x25G)
Product Category Cables & Adapters, Cables, Breakout DAC Cable

Connectivity

Connector Type 1x QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 (SFP25G)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor Breakout cable (QSFP28 to 4x SFP28)
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This Cisco 3-meter passive breakout cable connects a 100G QSFP port to four separate 25G SFP ports, offering a convenient way to split high-speed signals into multiple lanes. It's often used in data centers and high-performance computing environments to simplify network architecture and improve flexibility.

Built for network engineers and IT professionals, this cable is commonly found in switch-to-switch or switch-to-server connections where breaking out 100G into smaller 25G channels is necessary. Its passive copper design means it doesn't require additional power, making it reliable and efficient for dense network deployments.

Key Features

  • Breaks a single 100G QSFP port into four independent 25G SFP channels
  • 3-meter length fits typical rack and cabinet layouts without excess slack
  • Passive copper construction lowers power consumption compared to active cables
  • Compact design reduces clutter and improves airflow in dense environments
  • Compatible with Cisco QSFP and SFP ports, ensuring seamless integration

This cable is typically deployed within enterprise data centers, cloud infrastructure, and service provider networks. It helps maintain high throughput while offering flexibility to connect different devices with varying speed requirements. The passive copper cable is especially useful for short-distance connections where minimizing latency and power draw matters.


Use Cases

The QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M cable is primarily utilized in data center environments where high-bandwidth 100G QSFP ports require segmentation into multiple 25G SFP lanes. Network architects and system integrators leverage this solution to optimize port density and improve network flexibility without introducing active components.

How It's Used:

  • Breaking out 100G uplinks into four 25G connections within hyperscale data centers for efficient server interconnects.
  • Facilitating rack-level aggregation of 25G switches in enterprise IT to maximize existing QSFP port utilization.
  • Linking storage clusters requiring multiple 25G channels from a single 100G QSFP interface to support high-throughput workloads.
  • Enabling edge computing deployments where compact, low-power cabling solutions reduce latency and infrastructure complexity.
  • Supporting virtualization environments by subdividing high-speed QSFP links into smaller segments tailored for dense virtual machine traffic.

This passive copper breakout cable enhances operational efficiency by simplifying physical layer connectivity and reducing power overhead. Its capability to convert a single high-speed interface into multiple lanes supports scalable network designs and maintains signal integrity across short distances in complex infrastructure setups.


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QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M Cisco 100G QSFP to 4x 25G SFP28 Passive Copper Cable 3M
QSFP-4SFP25G-CU3M Cisco 100G QSFP to 4x 25G SFP28 Passive Copper Cable 3M
$119.00