Direct Attach Cable (DAC)

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StarTech.com 1m SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable for Dell EMC  DAC-SFP-10G-1M - 10GbE SFP+ Copper DAC 10 Gbps Passive Twinax image 1
Item: IM16YN013
Model: DACSFP10G1M

Dell EMC DAC-SFP-10G-1M Compatible 1m 10G SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable Twinax - 10GbE SFP+ Copper DAC 10 Gbps Low Power Passive Mini GBIC/Transceiver Module DAC (DACSFP10G1M).100% DELL EMC DAC-SFP-10G-1M COMPATIBLE DAC: 10G direct attach cable works with Dell EMC switches and is MSA compliant.LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by a lifetime warranty on the life of the module itself, not the life of your switch; our modules won't void your OEM warranty and supported by our Tech Advisors 5/24.TECHNICAL SPECS: 1m (3.3ft) | 10 Gbps | Passive Twinax (Copper) | 2 x SFP+ Pluggable Connector | 100 Ohm Impedance | 30 AWG Wire Gauge | PVC Cable Jacket | Hot swappable | MSA Compliant.TESTED FOR OEM HOST COMPATIBILITY: Hot-swappable in Dell EMC routers and switches.WORKS WITH MSA COMPLIANT SWITCHES: Low power 10GbE DAC also works with switch models from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link and more that accept uncoded modules and transceivers.10 Gbps | Passive Copper Cable | 1 m (3.3ft) | Lifetime Warranty

Price is  $49.96
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StarTech.com 2m SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable for Dell EMC DAC-SFP-10G-2M - 10GbE - SFP+ Copper DAC 10 Gbps Passive Twinax image 1
Item: IM16YN014
Model: DACSFP10G2M

Dell EMC DAC-SFP-10G-2M Compatible 2m 10G SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable Twinax - 10GbE SFP+ Copper DAC 10 Gbps Low Power Passive Mini GBIC/Transceiver Module DAC (DACSFP10G2M).100% DELL EMC DAC-SFP-10G-2M COMPATIBLE DAC: 10G direct attach cable works with Dell EMC switches and is MSA compliant.LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by a lifetime warranty on the life of the module itself, not the life of your switch; our modules won't void your OEM warranty and supported by our Tech Advisors 5/24.TECHNICAL SPECS: 2m (6.6ft) | 10 Gbps | Passive Twinax (Copper) | 2 x SFP+ Pluggable Connector | 100 Ohm Impedance | 30 AWG Wire Gauge | PVC Cable Jacket | Hot swappable | MSA Compliant.TESTED FOR OEM HOST COMPATIBILITY: Hot-swappable in Dell EMC routers and switches.WORKS WITH MSA COMPLIANT SWITCHES: Low power 10GbE DAC also works with switch models from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link and more that accept uncoded modules and transceivers.10 Gbps | Passive Copper Cable | 2 m (6.6ft) | Lifetime Warranty

Price is  $48.59
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Dell™ SFP+ Direct Attach Twinaxial Network Cable, 9.84' (470-AAVJ) image 1
Item: IM12W5140
Model: 470-AAVJ

The Dell™ 470-AAVJ direct attach twinaxial networking cable of 9.84' long, provides 10 GbE SFP+ connectivity. This cable is perfect for use with your Dell N4000 series, N-series, PowerConnect 6224, 6224F and 6224P..Direct attach twin axial network cable is perfect for network device.Cable length: 9.84'.Copper conductor.Compatible with DELL NETWORKING N4000 series N4032, N4032F, N4064F, DELL NETWORKING N-Series N2024P, N3024, N3024P, N3048, PowerConnect 6224, 6224F.Connector on first end: 1 x SFP+ male.Connector on second end: 1 x SFP+ male.Technology: Twin axial

Price is  $87.68
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AddOn® SFP-H10GB-CU3M-AO 10GBase-CU SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable for Cisco® WS-C3560E-12D image 1
Item: IM1QU5237
Model: SFP-H10GB-CU3M-AO

This SFP-H10GB-CU3M-AO 10GBase-CU SFP+ to SFP+ direct attach cable from AddOn is simple to use and programmable to work according to user requirements. This 30 AWG copper cable is uniquely serialized, application-tested and data-traffic tested to assure that it will initialize and function uniformly. It supports Gigabit Ethernet technology for quick data transfer..Passive twinaxial direct attach cable is ideal to use with networking devices.Dimensions: 9.84' L.Compatible with Cisco 500 Series Stackable Managed Switch SF500-24, SF500-24P, Catalyst 2960-S Series WS-C2960S-24PD-L and WS-C2960S-24TD-L.Has copper conductor for superior electrical conductivity.Features SFP+ interface for connecting networking devices.Supports Gigabit Ethernet technology for quick data transfer.Wire gauge: 30 AWG.Meets MSA, TAA Compliance.Weight: 2.4 oz..Comes with lifetime limited warranty.The AddOn 10GBase-CU SFP+ to SFP+ direct attach cable for Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU3M works over passive copper with a maximum reach of 9.84'.

Price is  $51.03
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HPE Aruba 9.84' 25GBase Direct Attach Cable, Male to Male, Black (JL488A) image 1
Item: IM15TV619
Model: JL488A

HPE Aruba Direct Attach Copper Cable - 25GBase direct attach cable - SFP28 to SFP28 - 10 ft - for HPE Aruba 8325-48Y8C.This cable is perfect for connecting your data devices.Cable length: 9.84'.; (Male to Male).Meets or exceeds TAA and MSA standards

Price is  $367.79
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Aruba 10Gbps SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable, 3.3' (J9281D) image 1
Item: IM12QB244
Model: J9281D

Aruba delivers secure edge-to-cloud solutions that use AI and machine learning to make things simpler, faster, and more automated for IT, while harnessing data to drive powerful business outcomes. The world's largest companies rely on Aruba to provide a secure, AI-powered edge services platform that spans across campus, branch, data center, and remote working environments for a single operational experience..10Gbps SFP+ to SFP+ direct attach copper cable.Comes in orange and silver.Cable length: 3.3'

Price is  $129
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HPE Aruba 9.84' 10GBase Direct Attach Cable, Male to Male, Black (J9283D) image 1
Item: IM12PU635
Model: J9283D

HPE Aruba Direct Attach Copper Cable - 10GBase direct attach cable - SFP+ (M) to SFP+ (M) - 10 ft - twinaxial - passive - for HPE Aruba 2540 48G, 2930F 24G, 2930F 48G, 2930M 24, 8320, 8325-48Y8C.This cable is perfect for connecting your data devices.Cable length: 9.84'.; (Male to Male).Features: passive cable

Price is  $167.25
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StarTech.com 1.6ft SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable, Twinax, Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU0-50CM Compatible, Black (SFPH10GBC05M) image 1
Item: IM12NP581
Model: SFPH10GBC05M

StarTech.com 0.5m 10G SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Cable for Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU0-5M 10GbE SFP+ Copper DAC 10Gbps Passive Twinax.100% Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU0-5M compatible 10G direct attached cable.0.5m/1.6' Cable | 10 Gbps | Passive Twinax (Copper) | 2x SFP+ Pluggable Connector | 100 Ohm Impedance | 30 AWG | PVC Jacket.10GbE Low Power Mini GBIC/Transceiver Module DAC for edge networks/server rooms/data centers.For Cisco switches Firepower | ASR9000 | ASR1000 | C9300 | C3850 | NCS540 | C9500.Hot-Swappable and MSA Compliant.Copper SFP+ Cable | 10 Gbps | Passive DAC | Lifetime Warranty

Price is  $41.99
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Aruba HPE 2' Aruba Direct Attach Cable, Black (JL487A) image 1
Item: IM15TV618
Model: JL487A

The HPE Aruba JL487A is a 25G 0.65m direct attach cable with SFP28 to SFP28 connectors and specifically designed for HPE Aruba 8325 series switch..Cable length: 2'.Comes in black.SFP28 to SFP28 connectors

Price is  $289
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Cisco™ 10GBase-AOC SFP+ to SFP+ Fiber Optic Direct Attach Cable, 22.97', Blue (SFP-10G-AOC7M=) image 1
Item: IM1VV7459
Model: SFP-10G-AOC7M=

The Cisco™ SFP-10G-AOC7M= 10GBase-AOC SFP+ to SFP+ fiber optic direct attach cable in blue color, offers connection within racks and across adjacent racks. The 22.97' direct attach cable with copper media, supports network devices..Twinaxial direct attach cable is perfect for signaling applications.Cable length: 22.97'.Color: Blue.Connectors: One SFP+ on both the ends.Device supported: Network device.Ethernet technology: 10 Gigabit Ethernet.Transceiver type: AOC.Media: Copper.Meets GR-20-CORE, GR-326-CORE, GR-1435-CORE, ITU-T G.709, IEEE 802.3, ITU-T G.975, ITU-T G.975.1, RoHS certifications and standards

Price is  $289.65
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Cisco ™ QSFP-H40G-CU1M 3.28' QSFP+ Male/Male Direct Attach Copper Cable, Tangerine image 1
Item: IM1VT6003
Model: QSFP-H40G-CU1M=

The Cisco 3.28' tangerine direct attach copper cable has QSFP+ male connector on first end and QSFP+ male connector on second end for enhanced connectivity. It features 30 AWG copper conductors for better conductivity. This copper cable is compatible with Cisco 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ copper module. It is perfect for short distances and provides a high cost-effective way to establish a 40-Gigabit link between QSFP+ ports of Cisco switches within racks and across adjacent racks..Direct attach copper cable is a cost-effective way to establish 40 Gigabit link.Cable length: 3.28'.Connections: QSFP+ male on first end and QSFP+ male on second end.Connectivity: Wired.Has 30 AWG copper conductor for superior conductivity.Meets IEC60825-1, UL #E116441 Compliant, ELV Compliant, CFR 21Section 1040, RoHS-6 standards and certifications.Data transfer rate: 40 Gbps.Comes in tangerine color.Suitable for use with Cisco 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ copper module

Price is  $298.99
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Tripp Lite 3FT SFP+ 10Gbase-CU Twinax Copper Cable, Black image 1
Item: IM1QZ7261
Model: N280-01M-BK

For use in 10Gbps ethernet and fibre channel applications..SFP+/SFP+.Fully compliant to MSA SFF-8431 specification.3.28'.Connector on first end: 1 x SFF-8431 male SFP+.Connector on second end: 1 x SFF-8431 male SFP+.Conductor: Copper.Reach: 1 m.Equivalent to Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU1-5M.100 ohm twinaxial cable, diecast metal shells, pull-to-release latching.Support for 1x, 2x, 4x and 8x fiber channel data rates.Device supported: Network device.Designed for: Cisco Catalyst 2960, 2960-24, 2960-48, 2960G-24, 2960G-48, 2960S-24, 2960S-48.Hot pluggable SFP 20pin footprint.Low power consumption, intended application 10Gbps hardware interconnection.Package includes: 1 m 30 AWG SFP+ high speed passive copper 10Gbps cable, System requirements: SFP+ Direct Attach Cable ( DAC ) twinaxial cables conform to SFF-8431 standards.Green Compliant: Yes, Green Compliance Certificate/Authority: RoHS.Warranty: Lifetime limited

Price is  $40.99
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HPE Aruba 10' SFP56 to SFP56 50GBase Direct Attach Cable, Black (R0M47A) image 1
Item: IM16YE723
Model: R0M47A

HPE Aruba 10 ft 50GBase direct attach cable (SFP56 to SFP56). Designed for HPE Aruba 6300F, 6300M, 6405 48SFP+ 8SFP56, 6405 96G CL4 PoE 4SFP56, 6405 Switch Bundle, 6410 Switch Bundle..10' 50GBase direct attach cable.SFP56 to SFP56.Designed for HPE Aruba 6300F, 6300M, 6405 48SFP+ 8SFP56, 6405 96G CL4 PoE 4SFP56, 6405 Switch Bundle, 6410 Switch Bundle.Black

Price is  $692
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About Direct Attach Cable (DAC)

Direct attach cables (DAC) are high-performance copper cables designed for connecting networking devices such as switches, routers, and servers. These cables provide a cost-effective solution for short-distance data transmission, typically within data centers or server rooms, ensuring reliable connectivity with minimal latency.

DACs are available in various lengths and configurations, making them versatile for different networking setups. They are particularly favored for their ease of use, as they eliminate the need for additional transceivers, allowing for a straightforward plug-and-play installation.

When choosing a direct attach cable, consider factors such as cable length, data transfer speed, and compatibility with your networking equipment. Most DACs support high-speed data rates, including 10Gbps and 25Gbps, making them suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications.

Additionally, look for features like passive or active designs, which can affect performance over longer distances. Passive DACs are ideal for short runs, while active DACs may be necessary for longer connections, ensuring optimal signal integrity and performance in your network environment.

What is a direct attach cable (DAC)?

  • A direct attach cable (DAC) is a type of copper cable used to connect networking devices directly, providing a high-speed data link. They are commonly used in data centers for short-distance connections.

What are the advantages of using DACs?

  • DACs offer several advantages, including lower cost compared to fiber optic cables, ease of installation, and reduced power consumption. They are also compact, making them suitable for high-density environments.

How do I choose the right length for a DAC?

  • Choosing the right length for a DAC depends on the distance between your networking devices. It's important to measure the distance accurately and select a cable that provides a little extra length to avoid tension or strain on the connectors.

Can DACs support high-speed data transfer?

  • Yes, many direct attach cables support high-speed data transfer rates, including 10Gbps and 25Gbps. This makes them ideal for applications that require fast and reliable data transmission.

Are DACs compatible with all networking equipment?

  • While DACs are designed to be compatible with a wide range of networking equipment, it's essential to check the specifications of your devices to ensure compatibility. Most DACs are designed to work with specific SFP+ or SFP28 ports.

What is the difference between passive and active DACs?

  • Passive DACs are simpler and typically used for shorter distances, while active DACs include built-in electronics to boost the signal, allowing for longer runs. The choice between the two depends on your specific networking needs and distances.