Extreme Networks 1.6ft 40GBase Direct Attach Cable

The Extreme Networks 40G-DACP-QSFPZ5M is a direct attach cable that carries 40 Gigabit Ethernet traffic over a 1.6 foot link. It was designed for Extreme Networks switches and routers and works best when devices sit in the same rack or in an adjacent cabinet, where longer cables would only create clutter.

Because the cable is passive, it operates without extra electronics or separate transceivers. Simply plug each QSFP connector into the matching port and the link comes up at full line rate. This straightforward approach shortens installation time and leaves fewer components that could fail later.

The short reach makes the cable a practical choice for spine and leaf architectures, switch stacking, or server uplinks that stay inside the rack. By keeping the run brief, the cable preserves airflow and eases cable management, two factors that matter in dense data center environments.

Network administrators and system integrators who already rely on Extreme Networks hardware will appreciate that the cable follows the same build standards as the rest of the ecosystem. The result is a link you can deploy with confidence when performance and reliability cannot be compromised.

• 40 Gbps passive direct attach cable
• 1.6 foot (0.5 meter) length
• Designed for Extreme Networks switches and routers
• Ideal for short runs within a rack or between neighboring racks
• Plug and play installation with no separate transceivers required