Cisco 10GBASE-CU 2m Direct attach Cable

Struggling with cluttered rack wiring and costly fibre runs? The 2 m direct attach cable offers a simple, cost-effective way to link SFP+ ports within a rack or between adjacent racks, delivering reliable 10 Gbps connectivity without the hassle of extra transceivers.

Key Features of a 2 m direct attach

• Cable / Technology: Twinaxial. Provides a compact, high-performance link for short distances.
• Cable / Right Connector Type: SFP+. Fits standard SFP+ ports on your equipment.
• Cable / Left Connector Type: SFP+. Ensures a matching connection on the opposite end.
• Cable / Network Cable Type: Direct attach cable. Eliminates the need for separate optics.
• Color Category: Brown. Easy to identify among other cables.
• Cable Length: 6.6 ft (2 m). Perfect for intra-rack or adjacent-rack connections.
• AWG: 30. Thin enough for tight spaces while maintaining signal integrity.
• Packaged Quantity: 1. One cable per order, ready for immediate installation.

Cisco direct attach

If you manage a data centre or a high-density server rack, you know how vital clean, reliable connections are. Traditional fibre can be expensive and over-engineered for short hops, leaving you with unnecessary complexity. This Cisco direct attach cable solves that problem by offering a ready-to-plug solution that fits snugly into existing SFP+ slots, cutting both cost and installation time.

Benefits of Cisco direct attach

• Cost savings: No extra transceivers required, reducing overall spend.
• Easy installation: Plug-and-play design means you can connect devices in minutes.
• Space efficient: Thin twinaxial construction saves rack space.
• Consistent performance: Delivers stable 10 Gbps links over short runs.

Usages of a 2 m direct attach

Ideal for connecting servers, switches, or storage units within the same rack or to a neighbouring rack, this cable is perfect for high-speed data paths in data centres, enterprise networks, and test environments where short, reliable links are essential.

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