Product Type | Passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cable |
Form Factor | Plug-in module |
Cable Length | 3 m |
Data Rate | 200 Gbps |
Connector Type | QSFP56 to QSFP56 |
Media Type | Twinax Copper |
Passive/Active | Passive |
Device Supported | Network switch, router, server |
Application | Short-reach, high-speed interconnect |
Power Requirement | No external power required |
Lenovo 3m Passive 200G QSFP56 DAC Cable



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- Supports high-speed 200G connectivity, suitable for modern enterprise and hyperscale deployments
- Energy-efficient passive DAC design reduces heat and operational costs compared to active cables
- Ideal 3-meter length streamlines intra-rack and short inter-rack connectivity in dense data center environments
Product Overview
The Lenovo 3m Passive 200G QSFP56 DAC Cable delivers 200G high-speed data transfer using QSFP56 connectors on both ends across a 3-meter copper cable. Designed as a passive DAC solution, it enables energy-efficient, low-latency operation ideal for data center and enterprise networks. This cable is tailored for high-performance computing applications requiring short-distance, high-throughput connectivity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Inquire |
TAA Compliant | Inquire |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Halogen-Free | Yes (typically for data center DACs) |
CE / FCC Certified | Yes |
ISO Certifications | ISO 9001 manufacturing certified (Lenovo production standard) |
Advanced Security Features
Traffic Encryption | |
MACsec Support | |
Hardware Encryption Engine |
Interfaces
Interface Type | QSFP56 |
Connector on First End | QSFP56 Male |
Connector on Second End | QSFP56 Male |
Number of Connectors | 2 |
Data Transfer Rate | 200 Gbit/s |
Transmission Medium | Direct Attach Copper (DAC) |
Port Type Compatibility | QSFP56 standard-compliant ports |
Physical & Environmental
Cable Jacket Material | PVC or similar (exact material not specified) |
Conductor Type | Twinax Copper |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 70°C |
Humidity Range (Operating) | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Flexibility | Standard bend radius |
Cable OD (Outer Diameter) | Approx. ≤6.0 mm (estimated typical DAC |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | |
License Included | |
Subscription Required |