Extralink SFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable 10Gbps 1m AWG30 Female/Female Full Duplex

The Extralink SFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable is a high-performance and cost-effective 10Gbps networking solution designed for modern data centers and enterprise networks. With a length of 1 meter and AWG30 wire gauge, this direct attach copper cable provides reliable full duplex data transmission between compatible networking hardware. It serves as an efficient alternative to optical transceivers for short-reach connections, helping to minimize operational and power expenses while maintaining high throughput.

Advantages

This Extralink SFP+ DAC cable delivers exceptional reliability and signal integrity for high-speed data environments. Its low power consumption of under 0.5 watts helps reduce overall energy usage within server racks and network cabinets. The hot-pluggable SFP 20-pin design allows for seamless installation and maintenance without disrupting the entire network system. Additionally, the improved pluggable form factor design ensures enhanced electromagnetic interference performance, while full duplex support enables simultaneous two-way data traffic.

Suitable for

• Connecting network switches and routers in data centers
• Linking storage area networks and network-attached storage systems
• High-throughput enterprise server interconnects
• Short-distance 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications
• Fibre Channel data transfer environments

When it may not be suitable

This direct attach copper cable is restricted to a 1-meter length, making it unsuitable for long-distance runs between different rooms or distant server racks. It is also designed specifically for hardware with SFP+ ports and cannot be used with standard copper Ethernet ports or fiber optic ports that require different transceiver types.

Key specifications

• Transmission speed up to 10.5 Gbps
• Cable length of 1 meter
• AWG30 wire gauge
• SFP+ to DAC female connectors
• Full duplex support
• Power consumption under 0.5 W
• Operating temperature range from 0°C to 70°C

How to use

Ensure that both networking devices are powered on or support hot-plugging according to their manufacturer specifications. Remove the protective dust caps from the SFP+ connectors on both ends of the copper cable. Align the connector properly with the SFP+ port on your switch, router, or storage server, and gently push it straight into the slot until the latching mechanism clicks securely into place. To disconnect, pull the release latch on the connector to disengage the lock and carefully slide the cable straight out of the port.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that your network devices feature compatible SFP+ ports
• Measure the physical distance between devices to ensure the 1-meter length is sufficient
• Check environmental operating temperatures of your server room

Always handle SFP+ direct attach copper cables by their connector housings rather than the cable itself to prevent internal conductor damage, and keep protective dust caps attached whenever the cable is not installed in a port.