{"product_id":"addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac3mlz-c-100gbase-cu-direct-attach-cable","title":"AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC3MLZ-C 100GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eAddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC3MLZ-C 100GBase-CU Direct Attach Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AddOn \u003cstrong\u003e100GBase-CU QSFP28 to QSFP28 direct attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for high-performance data center and networking environments requiring ultra-fast, low-latency interconnects. This \u003cstrong\u003eCisco-compatible passive copper cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 100 gigabit connectivity over 3 meters, making it ideal for rack-to-rack connections, switch-to-server deployments, and Infiniband EDR applications. Built with low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) jacket material, this \u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 direct attach solution\u003c\/strong\u003e combines safety compliance with enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical infrastructure.\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 per second data rates over passive copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-standard connector compatibility with Cisco and multi-vendor equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Meter Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended 3.0m (9.8ft) passive copper design eliminates active electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfiniband EDR Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for high-speed cluster and HPC interconnect applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLSZH Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low smoke zero halogen material for enhanced safety in enclosed data center spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Latency Direct Attach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal signal degradation for time-sensitive workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e No configuration required; immediate deployment in existing QSFP28 infrastructure\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=\"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\u003eQSFP28-100GB-PDAC3MLZ-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 Direct Attach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Gbps\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\u003e3.0 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\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInfiniband EDR, 100GBase-CU\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco and multi-vendor QSFP28 equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP28 MSA, Infiniband 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 high-speed networking equipment in data centers, providing 100 gigabit connectivity between switches, servers, and storage systems. It's ideal for rack-to-rack connections and Infiniband EDR cluster interconnects where low latency and high throughput are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this QSFP28 cable compatible with Cisco equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the AddOn QSFP28-100GB-PDAC3MLZ-C is \u003cstrong\u003eCisco-compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e and works with Cisco Nexus switches, UCS servers, and other multi-vendor QSFP28-equipped infrastructure. It meets industry standards for seamless integration into existing deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does LSZH jacket mean and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) is a cable jacket material that produces minimal smoke and no toxic halogen gases if exposed to fire. This makes it safer for enclosed data center environments and meets fire safety codes in many jurisdictions, particularly in Europe and regulated facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this passive copper cable beyond 3 meters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, passive copper \u003cstrong\u003edirect attach cables\u003c\/strong\u003e are distance-limited by signal integrity. The 3-meter maximum reach is the specification for this cable. For longer distances, active optical cables (AOCs) or powered transceivers are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADD-ON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734107562059,"sku":"QSFP28-100GB-PDAC3MLZ-C-AO","price":286.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/1076579929.jpg?v=1784829030","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/addon-qsfp28-100gb-pdac3mlz-c-100gbase-cu-direct-attach-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}