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

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- 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
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 |