{"product_id":"addon-add-q4arq56mx-p2m-400gbase-cu-qsfp-dd-cable","title":"AddOn ADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M 400GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAddOn ADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M 400GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAddOn 400GBase-CU QSFP-DD direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers enterprise-grade connectivity for demanding data center environments. This \u003cstrong\u003eTAA-compliant passive twinax cable\u003c\/strong\u003e features a QSFP-DD 400G connector paired with 4x QSFP56 100G connectors, enabling seamless integration with Arista Networks and Mellanox infrastructure. At 2 meters, this \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-speed interconnect cable\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the bandwidth and reliability your network requires without the complexity of active components. Perfect for organizations deploying 400GBase-CU technology in modern data centers and enterprise networks.\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\u003e400GBase-CU QSFP-DD connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — Single 400G port to 4x 100G distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePAM4 signaling technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Advanced modulation for reliable high-speed transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive twinax construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — No power consumption, reduced latency, simplified deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-meter cable length\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimal for rack-to-rack and switch interconnections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArista Networks compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Verified interoperability with leading network platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMellanox compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Seamless integration with Mellanox switching infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTAA-compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Meets government procurement and compliance requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect attach design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Eliminates transceiver modules for cost efficiency\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=\"10\"\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\u003eADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type (Transmit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP-DD 400G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type (Receive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x QSFP56 100G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Twinax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignaling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAM4 (Pulse Amplitude Modulation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 meters (6.56 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTAA-compliant, Arista Networks Compatible, Mellanox Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Center, Enterprise Network Interconnect\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 400GBase-CU direct attach cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e400GBase-CU direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e connects high-speed network switches and servers in data centers. This cable enables 400 Gbps connectivity by aggregating four 100G connections, making it ideal for backbone interconnects and high-performance computing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the AddOn ADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M cable passive or active?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003epassive twinax cable\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it requires no power supply or active electronics. Passive cables offer lower latency, reduced operational costs, and simplified installation compared to active optical cables, while maintaining reliable performance up to 2 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does TAA-compliant mean for networking cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAA compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e (Trade Agreements Act) ensures the product meets U.S. government procurement standards. This certification is essential for organizations working with federal agencies or requiring compliance with government supply chain requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this cable with both Arista and Mellanox equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the AddOn ADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M is \u003cstrong\u003ecompatible with both Arista Networks and Mellanox\u003c\/strong\u003e platforms. This cross-platform compatibility provides flexibility in multi-vendor data center environments and simplifies network architecture planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41630752571467,"sku":"ADD-Q4ARQ56MX-P2M","price":902.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1078750111.jpg?v=1784829147","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/addon-add-q4arq56mx-p2m-400gbase-cu-qsfp-dd-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}