{"product_id":"add-on-25g-sfp28-twx-p-0301-ao-25gbase-cu-dac","title":"Add-On 25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO 25GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAdd-On 25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO 25GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAdd-On 25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU SFP28 direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for data center operators and network administrators requiring reliable, cost-effective short-reach connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003epassive copper DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 25Gbps performance over 3 meters, making it ideal for high-speed interconnects between switches, servers, and storage arrays in enterprise environments. Built as a Brocade-compatible solution, it provides drop-in compatibility with existing infrastructure while eliminating the complexity and expense of active optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Passive copper construction for power-efficient, latency-free connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFP28 to SFP28 Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Direct attach design with no transceivers or modules required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Meter Reach — Optimized for short-distance data center and rack-level deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrocade Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Certified interoperability with Brocade networking equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive Design — No power consumption, reduced heat generation, improved reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25Gbps Performance — Full-duplex, non-blocking throughput for demanding applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-Effective Solution — Eliminates expensive active optics for short-reach scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdd-On\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25GBase-CU SFP28 Direct Attach Cable (DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSFP28 to SFP28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Reach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 meters (9.8 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (Passive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to 85°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrocade 25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301 and equivalent platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 25GBase-CU direct attach cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for short-reach, high-speed connections in data centers, connecting switches to servers, storage systems, and other network equipment. The passive copper design makes it ideal for distances up to 3 meters where active optics would be unnecessary and costly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this SFP28 cable compatible with my Brocade switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Add-On 25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003eBrocade-compatible 25GBase-CU cable\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides certified interoperability with Brocade networking platforms. Verify your switch model supports 25GBase-CU SFP28 ports before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of passive copper over active optics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive copper \u003cstrong\u003edirect attach cables\u003c\/strong\u003e consume no power, generate minimal heat, have lower latency, and cost significantly less than active transceivers. For short distances (under 3 meters), passive copper delivers identical performance without the complexity or expense of active solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this 3-meter DAC for longer distances?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the 3-meter specification is the maximum certified reach for this \u003cstrong\u003e25GBase-CU passive copper cable\u003c\/strong\u003e. For longer distances, consider active DACs or fiber optic solutions designed for extended reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41596084617291,"sku":"25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301-AO","price":148.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1077882270.jpg?v=1784829086","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/add-on-25g-sfp28-twx-p-0301-ao-25gbase-cu-dac","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}