Passive DAC Twinax Cable Intellinet SFP+ 10G 2m 508421

The Intellinet SFP+ 10G Passive DAC Twinax Cable (2 m, AWG 30) is a direct attach copper cable engineered for short-distance, high-speed connections between SFP+ ports. Designed to be compatible with HP® / HPE® switches and routers, this passive 10G Twinax cable provides a low-power, low-latency connection for server, storage and switch interconnects in rack environments such as Top of Rack (ToR), adjacent racks or switch stacking.

Advantages

This passive SFP+ DAC cable consumes almost no power (under 0.15 W) and generates negligible heat, allowing reliable operation across a wide temperature range up to 70°C (158°F). Compared with fiber optic and RJ45 cabling, the Twinax DAC offers lower purchase cost, fewer components to install, no need for separate transceivers, and simpler hot-swapping during upgrades. Its twinax construction delivers 10 Gbps data rates with lower latency than typical Cat6a/Cat7 twisted-pair patch cables. Note that passive DAC cables are intended for short reaches and reach their practical limit around 7 m (23 ft).

Suitable for

• Short-distance interconnects between switches and servers or storage
• Top of Rack (ToR) and adjacent rack cabling
• Stacking of 10GbE switches and similar high-density rack setups
• Environments requiring low-latency, low-power connections (data centers, server rooms)

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP+ passive DAC Twinax
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Length: 2 m
• Conductor: AWG 30
• Power consumption: < 0.15 W (passive)
• Operating temperature range: up to 70°C (158°F)
• Compatibility: designed and tested for HP® / HPE® switches and routers
• MPN: 508421, EAN: 0766623508421

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on your switch, router or server until the connector latches. No external power or transceiver modules are required due to the passive design. For proper operation, use this cable within its suitable short-reach range (typical practical limit ~7 m). Ensure ports on both ends support SFP+ passive DAC connections and that connected equipment is HPE-compatible if targeting HPE-branded devices.

Usage recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector housings when plugging and unplugging to avoid stressing the twinax conductor. Store unused cables cleanly coiled; passive DACs do not require transceiver cleaning but should be kept free of excessive dust and physical damage. Do not use this passive DAC beyond recommended distances; for longer runs, consider active DACs or fiber optic solutions.