{"product_id":"enet-mcp1600-c02ae30l-enc-100gbase-cr4-qsfp28-dac","title":"ENET MCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 DAC","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eENET MCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 Passive DAC Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eENET MCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance \u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 passive direct-attach cable\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for enterprise data center and high-speed network environments. This 2.5-meter passive DAC delivers \u003cstrong\u003e100 Gbps connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e with integrated FEC (Forward Error Correction) support, ensuring reliable data transmission across NVIDIA Mellanox-compatible infrastructure. Ideal for organizations requiring cost-effective, low-latency interconnects without active components, this TAA-compliant cable meets federal procurement standards while maintaining superior performance and durability.\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 ultra-high-speed data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQSFP28 connector type for maximum compatibility with modern network equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive direct-attach cable (DAC) design eliminates power consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5-meter length optimized for rack-to-rack connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForward Error Correction (FEC) enabled for signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNVIDIA Mellanox certified for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAA compliant for government and enterprise procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-latency performance ideal for high-frequency trading and cloud infrastructure\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\u003eENET SOLUTIONS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100GBASE-CR4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP28 (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive Direct-Attach Cable (DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 meters\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\u003eFEC Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Forward Error Correction)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVIDIA Mellanox network devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTAA (Trade Agreements Act) Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (Passive)\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 passive QSFP28 DAC cable and how does it differ from active cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA passive direct-attach cable (DAC) uses copper conductors without active electronics, making it more cost-effective and power-efficient than active cables. The \u003cstrong\u003eENET 100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 passive DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for shorter distances (up to 2.5m) and delivers lower latency, perfect for data center environments where power consumption and heat generation matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this 100GBASE-CR4 cable compatible with my NVIDIA Mellanox switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the MCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC is specifically certified for NVIDIA Mellanox equipment. Verify your switch supports QSFP28 connectors and 100GBASE-CR4 protocol. This \u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 passive DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e integrates seamlessly with Mellanox ConnectX series adapters and switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does TAA compliance mean for this network cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance ensures this \u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE-CR4 QSFP28 cable\u003c\/strong\u003e meets U.S. federal procurement requirements. It qualifies for government contracts and organizations with TAA-mandated purchasing policies, guaranteeing compliance without compromising performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is FEC and why does it matter for 100 Gbps connectivity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForward Error Correction (FEC) automatically detects and corrects transmission errors in real-time, improving signal integrity over longer distances. The \u003cstrong\u003eENET passive DAC with FEC support\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures reliable 100 Gbps data transfer, reducing packet loss and maintaining consistent network performance in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ENET SOLUTIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41716729282635,"sku":"MCP1600-C02AE30L-ENC","price":186.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/enet-mcp1600-c02ae30l-enc-100gbase-cr4-qsfp28-dac","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}