Product Type | Direct Attach Cable (DAC) |
Cable Form Factor | Passive Copper Cable |
Cable Length | 1 m |
Connector Type | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ |
Breakout Configuration | QSFP+ to 4 x SFP+ |
Compatible Network Equipment | Switches, routers, servers with QSFP+/SFP+ ports |
Application | High-speed interconnect for top-of-rack and data center stack connections |
Wire Material | Copper |
Cable Grade | 30 AWG twinax |
Technology | Direct Attach Passive Copper |
Lenovo 1m QSFP+ DAC Breakout Cable - 49Y7886



Key Benefits

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- Optimized 1-meter length reduces signal loss for short-range, high-bandwidth networking
- TAA-compliant product suitable for federal and government infrastructure deployments
- Passive DAC design offers a low-cost, energy-efficient alternative to active optical cables
Product Overview
The Lenovo 1m QSFP+ DAC Break Out Cable (49Y7886) is a Direct Attach Cable (DAC) optimized for short-distance, high-speed connections between networking hardware. With a 1 meter length and QSFP+ connector, it is best suited for high-density networking environments. TAA compliance and origin in Mexico make it ideal for government and enterprise use. It reduces latency and power consumption in data center and top-of-rack interconnects. Reliable signal integrity under demanding loads makes it a cost-effective choice for high-performance networking.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Cable Jacket Material | PVC |
Cable Outer Diameter | Approximately 6 mm |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Cable Bend Radius | Minimum 25 mm |
Durability | Rated for multiple insertions |
Weight | Approximately 0.25 kg |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Managed | No (passive cable) |
Licensing Requirements | None |
Interfaces
Connector 1 | 1 x QSFP+ |
Connector 2 | 4 x SFP+ |
Interface Standard | InfiniBand 4X SDR, DDR, QDR; 10-Gigabit Ethernet; Fibre Channel |
Data Rate | Up to 40 Gbps (aggregate) |
Individual Link Speed | 10 Gbps per SFP+ channel |
Signal Integrity Support | Optimized for low latency and jitter under high data load |
Transmission Type | Passive Electrical |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
UL Certification | Yes |
EMI Shielding | Yes |
Industry Certifications | SFF-8436 and SFF-8470 compliant |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features | Not applicable (passive cable) |