Lenovo 5m QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 Breakout DAC Cable (7Z57A03566)

VENDOR: LENOVO Mfg Part#: 7Z57A03566 UPC#: 889488422036
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  • Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for high-speed, short-distance networking
  • QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 male connector configuration for 100G to 4x25G breakout
  • 5-meter length suitable for rack-to-rack connections in data centers
  • TAA compliant for regulated environments
  • Manufactured in Mexico
  • Supports flexible and scalable network topologies

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Key Benefits

Eye-Insights
  • Optimizes 100G port usage by breaking out to four 25G lanes, ideal for high-density environments
  • Direct attach copper design minimizes power consumption and latency compared to optical alternatives
  • TAA compliance and country-of-origin (Mexico) ensures suitability for government and enterprise procurement

Product Overview

The Lenovo 5m QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 Breakout DAC Cable (7Z57A03566) is a high-performance, passive direct attach copper solution for efficient short-distance network connections. Featuring QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 male connectors, it enables flexible 100G-to-4x25G breakouts, ideal for scalable and high-density networking scenarios. TAA-compliant and made in Mexico, it targets enterprise and government systems requiring robust standards compliance. Designed for low latency and low energy overhead, this solution enhances bandwidth capacity while supporting cost-effective deployments.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cable
Cable Assembly Type Passive Breakout DAC
Form Factor QSFP28 to 4x SFP28
Cable Length 5 m
Connector Gender Male to Male
Application Short-distance, high-density 100G to 4x25G networking
Bandwidth Support 100 Gbps (aggregate), 25 Gbps per channel
Latency Low latency architecture
Power Type Passive (no external power required)

Wireless Features

Wireless Capability

Compliance & Origin

TAA Compliant Yes
Country of Origin Mexico
RoHS Compliance Yes
Halogen-Free Yes
Certifications CE, FCC, UL

Advanced Security Features

Security Features Passive cable, no active security layer
Encryption Support Not applicable
Hardware-Based Authentication EEPROM encoding for module identification

Interfaces

Connector A Type QSFP28
Connector B Type 4x SFP28
Data Transfer Rate 25 Gbps per channel
Aggregate Data Transfer Rate 100 Gbps
Interface Standard Compliance IEEE 802.3bj, IEEE 802.3by, SFF-8665, SFF-8402, SFF-8432
Conductor Material Copper
Cable Jacket Material PVC or equivalent
Termination Technology Factory-terminated with EEPROM and module encoding

Physical & Environmental

Dimensions (Length) 5 meters
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Operating Humidity Range 10% to 85% (non-condensing)
Cable Type Twinax Copper Cable
Bend Radius ≤30 mm (dependent on model)
Durability (Mating Cycles) ≥100 cycles
Shielding Yes

Cloud Management & Licensing

Cloud Management
Licensing Required No
Included Cloud Features