Lenovo 4Z57A14185 Mellanox HDR 2M QSFP56 DAC Cable

VENDOR: LENOVO Mfg Part#: 4Z57A14185
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  • 2-meter Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for short-range high-speed connections
  • QSFP56 connector supports Mellanox HDR InfiniBand protocols
  • Ideal for linking servers, storage, and switch equipment within racks
  • Passive cable design contributes to lower power consumption
  • Compatible with Lenovo networking systems and Mellanox-compliant devices

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Key Benefits

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  • Optimized for high-performance, low-latency networking applications such as HPC and data centers
  • Cost-effective alternative to active optical cables for short-distance connectivity
  • Plug-and-play design allows quick, efficient deployment with minimal configuration

Product Overview

The Lenovo 4Z57A14185 cable is a high-speed 2-meter Direct Attach Cable (DAC) that utilizes Mellanox HDR InfiniBand technology and QSFP56 connectors to enable fast and reliable data transmission. This type of cable is engineered for short-range data communication between high-performance servers, switches, and storage systems, typically within data center rack configurations. The QSFP56 interface provides enhanced bandwidth performance suitable for high-throughput applications.

Built for environments demanding low latency and high bandwidth, this cable is a cost-effective solution for connecting hardware within close proximity without the need for active optical components. The passive DAC design helps reduce power consumption while maintaining performance consistency. Though the country of origin and TAA compliance status are unspecified, the Lenovo branding assures integration compatibility with Lenovo enterprise systems and third-party Mellanox-compliant equipment.

This cable is particularly beneficial in HPC (High-Performance Computing), AI workloads, and other bandwidth-heavy operational scenarios. Its compact size and simple plug-and-play functionality streamline deployment, contributing to time savings and network efficiency.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Direct Attach Cable (DAC)
Cable Type Passive Copper
Length 2 m
Data Transfer Rate 200 Gbps
Supported Protocol InfiniBand HDR
Connector Type QSFP56
Number of Connectors 2
Application High-speed interconnect for servers, storage, and switches
Power Consumption Low, passive design
Latency Ultra-Low Latency
Use Case HPC, AI, enterprise data centers

Physical & Environmental

Cable Jacket Material PVC
Minimum Operating Temperature 0°C
Maximum Operating Temperature 70°C
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to 85°C
Relative Humidity (Operating) 10% – 85% Non-condensing
Relative Humidity (Storage) 10% – 90% Non-condensing
Bend Radius 22 mm
Durability 30 mating cycles (typical)
Cable Diameter 4.2 mm
Weight 0.15 kg (approximate)

Cloud Management & Licensing

Plug and Play Yes

Interfaces

Interface Standard QSFP56
Interface Speed 200 Gbps (4 x 50G PAM4 lanes)
Connector 1 QSFP56
Connector 2 QSFP56
Cable Assembly Type Twinax Copper
Transmission Type Passive
Compliance Interface Standard SFF-8665, SFF-8024

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin
TAA Compliant
RoHS Compliance Yes
Reach Compliance Yes
Certifications CE, FCC, UL

Advanced Security Features

Tamper-resistant Design No active components for alteration