{"product_id":"addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac1mlz-c-ao-100gbase-cu-cable","title":"AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO 100GBase-CU Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO 100GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e100GBase-CU QSFP28 to QSFP28 passive copper direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for high-speed data center and HPC environments requiring reliable 100G connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003eInfiniband EDR compatible cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers cost-effective short-reach connectivity with a maximum distance of 1.0m (3.3ft), making it ideal for rack-to-rack and switch-to-server deployments. The low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) jacket ensures compliance with fire safety standards while reducing toxic emissions in mission-critical facilities.\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\u003e100GBase-CU Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full 100 Gigabit passive copper connectivity over QSFP28 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Meter Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for short-distance data center interconnects and high-performance computing clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLSZH Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-smoke zero-halogen construction for enhanced fire safety and reduced toxic gas emissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfiniband EDR Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with Infiniband EDR infrastructure for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCisco Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds OEM specifications for reliable cross-vendor deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e No power consumption, reducing operational costs and heat generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Attach Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates need for separate transceivers, simplifying installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\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\u003eQSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100GBase-CU QSFP28 to QSFP28 Passive Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInfiniband EDR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 meter (3.3 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP28 (both ends)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive (No Power Required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco OEM Specifications\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 100GBase-CU QSFP28 direct attach cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e100GBase-CU QSFP28 direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e connects QSFP28-equipped switches, servers, and storage systems over short distances in data centers. It provides 100 Gigabit connectivity without requiring separate transceivers, making it cost-effective for rack-level interconnects and high-performance computing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose passive copper over active cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive copper direct attach cables eliminate power consumption, reduce heat generation, and lower total cost of ownership compared to active cables. They're ideal for short-reach applications under 3 meters where signal integrity remains excellent without amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the LSZH jacket important for my data center?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eLSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen) jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e is critical for fire safety compliance in enclosed spaces. It produces minimal smoke and toxic gases if exposed to fire, protecting equipment and personnel while meeting building codes and industry standards for data center installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this cable work with my Cisco infrastructure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO is \u003cstrong\u003eCisco compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e and meets or exceeds OEM specifications, ensuring seamless integration with Cisco switches, routers, and networking equipment supporting QSFP28 ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734106939467,"sku":"QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-C-AO","price":245.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1076579919.jpg?v=1784829028","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac1mlz-c-ao-100gbase-cu-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}