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QSFP-H40G-CU2M Cisco 40GbE 2M QSFP Twinax Direct Attach Cable

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QSFP-H40G-CU2M
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 2-meter twinax copper cable with QSFP connectors
  • Supports 40 Gigabit Ethernet data rates
  • Low latency and power-efficient direct attach solution
  • Compatible with Cisco QSFP ports for high-speed connections
In stock

$104.00

Product Overview

The QSFP-H40G-CU2M is a 2-meter twinax direct attach cable designed to create 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections between Cisco QSFP-enabled devices. It fits well in data center environments where short, high-speed links between switches or servers are needed without using optical transceivers.

General Information

Brand Cisco
Part Number QSFP-H40G-CU2M

Technical Information

Data Rate 40 Gbps,4x10Gbps
Cable Length 2m,2 meters
Stacking Bandwidth 40 Gbps

Connectivity

Connector Type QSFP+ to QSFP+

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor QSFP+
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This 2-meter QSFP twinaxial direct-attach cable is built for high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections between compatible Cisco network devices. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, it provides a reliable, low-latency link without the need for optical transceivers.

Commonly used to connect switches, routers, or servers within racks or across adjacent racks, this cable offers a simple and cost-effective way to handle short-distance, high-bandwidth communications. Network engineers and IT professionals rely on it to ensure stable and efficient data transfer.

Key Features

  • Delivers consistent 40Gbps throughput for demanding network tasks
  • Employs twinax copper for minimal signal loss over short distances
  • Plug-and-play compatibility with Cisco QSFP ports
  • Reduces power consumption compared to optical alternatives
  • Robust construction designed for rack-to-rack connections

This cable is typically deployed inside data centers where high bandwidth between devices is essential but optical solutions are unnecessary or too costly. It plays a key role in maintaining fast, stable connectivity in dense networking setups without adding complexity.


Use Cases

The QSFP-H40G-CU2M cable is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise networks requiring reliable, high-speed 40GbE connectivity over short distances. It is especially suitable for environments where minimizing latency and power consumption is critical, such as virtualization platforms and storage area networks.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting top-of-rack switches within data centers to optimize server-to-switch communication.
  • Linking high-performance computing nodes in enterprise IT infrastructures for accelerated data processing.
  • Establishing direct links between storage clusters to enhance throughput and reduce bottlenecks.
  • Facilitating connectivity in network aggregation layers of campus or branch office deployments.
  • Supporting edge computing environments that require compact, low-latency interconnects.

This direct attach solution contributes to operational efficiency by reducing cabling complexity and energy consumption in dense rack deployments. Its compatibility with Cisco QSFP ports enables scalable network designs that can adapt to growing bandwidth demands without extensive infrastructure changes.


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QSFP-H40G-CU2M Cisco 40GbE 2M QSFP Twinax Direct Attach Cable
QSFP-H40G-CU2M Cisco 40GbE 2M QSFP Twinax Direct Attach Cable
$104.00