{"product_id":"addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac1mlz-j-ao-100gbase-cr4-dac-cable","title":"AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-J-AO 100GBase-CR4 DAC Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-J-AO 100GBase-CR4 Passive DAC Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAddOn QSFP28 100GBase-CR4 passive DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for data center professionals and network administrators requiring high-speed, cost-effective 100Gbps connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003eMellanox compatible QSFP28 DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers reliable short-range interconnection with zero latency, making it ideal for top-of-rack switching, server clustering, and storage area networks. At just 1 meter in length, it provides the perfect balance of flexibility and performance for dense networking environments. Built with premium 30 AWG copper conductors and QSFP28 connectors, this passive direct attach cable meets or exceeds OEM specifications while eliminating the cost and complexity of active transceivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100GBase-CR4 protocol support for 100 Gbit\/s data transfer rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQSFP28 connectors on both ends for universal compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive direct attach copper (DAC) design—no power consumption required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 meter cable length optimized for short-range data center deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 AWG conductors for superior signal integrity and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMellanox compatible and OEM-specification compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfiniBand protocol support for high-performance computing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective alternative to active optical modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; background-color:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; background-color:#f5f5f5;\"\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-J-AO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Direct Attach Copper (DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100GBase-CR4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Gbit\/s\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\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 meter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductor Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInfiniBand\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\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM specification compliant\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 QSFP28 passive DAC cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 passive DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for high-speed data center interconnections, connecting switches to servers, storage arrays, and other networking equipment. It provides 100Gbps connectivity over short distances (typically up to 5 meters) without requiring active transceivers or external power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-J-AO compatible with Mellanox equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this cable is \u003cstrong\u003eMellanox compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e and designed to work seamlessly with Mellanox switches, NICs, and other networking infrastructure. It meets OEM specifications for reliable performance in enterprise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of passive DAC cables over active optical modules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassive DAC cables offer significant cost savings, lower power consumption, zero latency, and simpler deployment compared to active optical transceivers. They are ideal for short-range connections in data centers where distance requirements are under 5 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat cable length is the QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-J-AO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model features a \u003cstrong\u003e1 meter cable length\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for compact rack configurations and short-distance interconnections between adjacent equipment in data center environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734107005003,"sku":"QSFP28-100GB-PDAC1MLZ-J-AO","price":245.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1076579920.jpg?v=1784829029","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac1mlz-j-ao-100gbase-cr4-dac-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}