| Type | Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cable | 
| Cable Configuration | QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 Breakout | 
| Form Factor | Passive Copper Cable | 
| Length | 3 m | 
| Power Requirements | No external power required | 
| Intended Use | High-speed short-reach interconnect for data centers | 
| Latency | Low latency | 
| Weight | 0.35 kg | 
| Hot Swap Capability | Yes | 
Lenovo 3m 100G QSFP28 to 4x25G SFP28 Breakout DAC Cable
Key Benefits
              
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- Enables cost-effective 100G to 4x25G breakout connections for efficient network scaling.
 - Passive DAC design eliminates added latency and reduces power consumption.
 - TAA compliance supports deployment in government and secured environments.
 
Product Overview
The Lenovo 3m 100G QSFP28 to 4x25G SFP28 Breakout DAC Cable provides high-speed, short-range connectivity for data centers utilizing QSFP28 to SFP28 breakout configurations. With a 3-meter, male-to-male DAC design, it supports clean and efficient connections for top-of-rack deployments. Its TAA compliance makes it suitable for regulated industry use. Ideal for high-bandwidth, low-latency networking, this cable integrates seamlessly without the need for active components or additional power.
Specifications
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                      Physical & Environmental
                      
                    
                    | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C | 
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C | 
| Cable Jacket Material | PVC | 
| Minimum Bend Radius | 33 mm | 
| Flammability Rating | CM rated | 
| Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) | 
                      Cloud Management & Licensing
                      
                    
                    | Management Interface | Not applicable | 
| Cloud Compatible | No | 
| License Requirements | No license required | 
                      Interfaces
                      
                    
                    | Interface Type | QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 | 
| Connector 1 | QSFP28 (Male) | 
| Connector 2 | 4x SFP28 (Male) | 
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbps (Total), 25 Gbps per SFP28 | 
| Cable Type | 28 AWG Copper | 
| Transmit Distance | Up to 3 meters | 
| Compatibility | Lenovo networking equipment and standard compliant hardware | 
| Shielding | Shielded cable | 
| Application | Top-of-rack, rack-to-rack connections | 
                      Compliance & Origin
                      
                    
                    | TAA Compliant | Yes | 
| Country of Origin | Mexico | 
| RoHS Compliant | Yes | 
| Certifications | CE, UL, FCC Class A | 
| Environmental Compliance | EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) | 
                      Advanced Security Features
                      
                    
                    | Security Features | Not applicable—passive cable |