StarTech.com MSA Uncoded Compatible 0.5m 10G SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Breakout Cable Twinax

The StarTech.com MSA Uncoded Compatible 0.5m 10G SFP+ to SFP+ Direct Attach Breakout Cable Twinax (SFP10GPC05M) is a passive copper SFP+ direct-attach cable designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections. At 0.5 meters in length, the Twinax cable provides a cost-effective, low-power alternative to fiber for short- to medium-distance connections between SFP+ ports, such as across-rack switch-to-switch or switch-to-server links. The cable is hot-swappable and engineered to meet MSA requirements for reliable 10 Gbps performance.

Advantages

This passive DAC Twinax cable supports 10 Gbps data rates while consuming minimal power compared with active optical solutions. Its MSA-compliant SFP+ connectors ensure broad compatibility with SFP+ ports, and the 0.5 m length is optimized for short-range high-speed interconnects. The cable is hot-swappable to simplify upgrades and replacements, and it is covered by StarTech.com’s lifetime warranty and lifetime multilingual technical support.

Suitable for

• Switch-to-switch connections across a single rack or adjacent racks
• Switch-to-server connections in data centers and server rooms
• Short-distance high-speed links where 10 Gbps bandwidth is required

Key specifications

• Model: SFP10GPC05M
• Standard: SFP+ (MSA-compliant)
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Cable type: Passive Twinax copper
• Length: 0.5 m
• Power: Passive (low power)
• Form factor: SFP+ to SFP+
• Brand: StarTech.com
• MPN: SFP10GPC05M
• EAN: 0065030875011

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the SFP+ port of the corresponding network device until it clicks into place. Ensure both ends are seated securely and that connected devices are powered on. The cable is hot-swappable, so it can be installed or removed without shutting down equipment; however, follow your organization's change-control procedures to avoid unintended network interruptions. Verify link status on connected devices to confirm a 10 Gbps connection.

Usage recommendations

Use this 0.5 m passive SFP+ Twinax cable for short-range high-bandwidth links within racks or between adjacent racks. Avoid bending the cable sharply and route it to prevent mechanical strain. For longer distances or environments requiring optical isolation, choose fiber-optic SFP+ modules instead.