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AOC-QSFP-40G-10M-BCC | Dell Compatible QSFP to QSFP Copper DAC Cable, 40GB, 40GBASE-CR4 | 0.5 to 5M

AOC-QSFP-40G-10M-BCC | Dell Compatible QSFP to QSFP Copper DAC Cable, 40GB, 40GBASE-CR4 | 0.5 to 5M

DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M-BCC

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Description

The DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M-BCC is a drop-in compatible replacement for the Dell DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M. This passive copper direct attach cable operates plug-and-play in Dell QSFP+ 40GbE ports. - IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-CR4 compliance guarantees full interoperability with Dell networking equipment and third-party switches with QSFP+ ports - QSFP+ form factor, 40Gb/s aggregate data rate over four independent 10Gb/s lanes, passive twinaxial copper construction - Hot-pluggable with 3.3V single supply operation and maximum 1.5W power consumption per end - Available in 0.5m, 1m, 3m, and 5m lengths for flexible rack and intra-rack deployment - SFF-8436 QSFP+ MSA compliant, suitable for top-of-rack switching, storage networks, and high-performance computing clusters

Features

• Four independent 10.3125Gb/s electrical lanes aggregated to 40Gb/s over a single twinax copper assembly, allowing low-latency connectivity without optical transceiver power overhead
• Passive copper construction eliminates the need for external power or active signal conditioning, delivering a cost-effective alternative to optical transceivers and AOCs for short-reach links
• SFF-8436 and QSFP+ MSA compliance ensures the cable is recognized by the host system EEPROM interface and operates as a native 40GbE connection without manual configuration
• Hot-swappable design allows insertion and removal without powering down equipment, supporting live network reconfiguration and maintenance
• Twinaxial copper cable assembly with QSFP+ connectors on both ends provides robust mechanical retention and electromagnetic shielding for reliable operation in high-density rack environments
• Suitable for spine-leaf architectures, top-of-rack switching, storage area network interconnects, and server-to-switch connections where distances remain within passive copper reach limits

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Technical Specifications

Brand: Blue Cable Co
BCC SKU: DAC-QSFP-40G-xM-BCC
Compatible Replacement For: DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M
Compatibility: Dell compatible
Lab Testing: Tested in Sydney, Australia
Warranty: 5-year advanced hardware replacement (Blue Cable Co)
Form Factor: QSFP+ to QSFP+
Data Rate: 40Gb/s (4 x 10Gb/s)
Cable Type: Passive Twinaxial Copper (DAC)
Standards: IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-CR4, SFF-8436, QSFP+ MSA
Connector Type: QSFP+ 38-pin (both ends)
Available Lengths: 0.5m, 1m, 3m, 5m
Power Consumption: Maximum 1.5W per end
Supply Voltage: 3.3V
Operating Temperature: 0 to 70°C

FAQs

Q: Will this work in place of the Dell DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M?
A: Yes. This cable is a direct replacement for the Dell DAC-QSFP-40G-0.5M. It conforms to the 40GBASE-CR4 standard, uses the QSFP+ form factor, and operates at 40Gb/s aggregate data rate. The cable is plug-and-play in Dell QSFP+ ports and has been tested in our Sydney lab to ensure full compatibility.

Q: Which Dell platforms support this cable?
A: This cable is compatible with Dell switches and servers equipped with QSFP+ 40GbE ports. It operates as a standard 40GBASE-CR4 direct attach cable, so any Dell platform with a QSFP+ port supporting the 40GBASE-CR4 standard will recognize and utilize this cable without additional configuration.

Q: What is the effective reach limit for passive copper at 40Gb/s?
A: Passive copper DAC cables for 40GBASE-CR4 are typically limited to 5 meters maximum due to signal attenuation and crosstalk in twinaxial copper. Beyond this distance, active optical cables (AOC) or QSFP+ optical transceivers with fibre are required to maintain signal integrity at 40Gb/s data rates.

Q: Can each of the four 10Gb/s lanes be addressed independently?
A: No. This is a QSFP+ to QSFP+ cable designed for 40GBASE-CR4, where all four lanes are bonded into a single 40Gb/s Ethernet link. For independent 10Gb/s lane access, a QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ breakout cable is required, which splits the four lanes into separate 10GBASE-CU SFP+ connectors.

Q: Does cable length affect power consumption or signal quality?
A: Passive copper cables do not consume additional power based on length, as they have no active components. However, longer cables experience greater signal attenuation, and the 5m length represents the practical limit for 40Gb/s passive copper before bit error rates degrade. All lengths within this family maintain compliance with the 40GBASE-CR4 specification.

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