StarTech.com 3m (10ft) MTP(F)/PC to 4x LC/PC Duplex Breakout OM3 Multimode Cable

Struggling to split a single 40 Gbps link into four separate 10 Gbps streams can slow down your data centre upgrades. The StarTech.com 3m (10ft) MTP(F)/PC to 4x LC/PC Duplex Breakout OM3 Multimode Cable is a plenum-rated breakout cable that turns one 40GBase-SR4 QSFP+ port into four LC SFP+ connections, giving you clean, high-speed distribution without extra hardware.

Key Features of a 3m Breakout Cable

• Cable length: 3 m. Provides a tidy reach for rack-to-rack connections.
• Cable technology: Fiber optic. Delivers high-bandwidth, low-latency transmission.
• Left connector type: MTP/MPO multi-mode - female - push/pull. Easy one-handed insertion and removal.
• Right connector type: 8 × LC multi-mode - male - push/pull. Slim uniboot design saves space.
• Cable colour: Aqua. Helps identify the cable in crowded environments.
• Jacket rating: Plenum (CMP). Meets strict fire safety standards for building codes.
• Fibre type: OM3. Supports 40 Gbps over 100 m and 10 Gbps over longer distances.
• Core diameter: 50 µm. Ensures reliable multimode performance.
• Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty. Backed by StarTech.com for peace of mind.
• Test report: Included with each cable. Confirms insertion loss and return loss meet specifications.

StarTech.com Breakout Cable

If you manage a SAN, server farm or high-performance computing cluster, you know that consolidating connections can become a nightmare of tangled cables and limited ports. Traditional splitters often require extra adapters and create space issues. This breakout cable fits neatly into standard racks, lets you fan out a single high-speed port into four clean links, and removes the need for additional transceivers, saving both time and money.

Benefits of StarTech.com Breakout Cable

• Simple installation: Push-and-pull tabs let you connect or disconnect with one hand.
• Space efficiency: Slim LC connectors reduce clutter and improve airflow.
• Future-proof: OM3 fibre supports current 40 Gbps and future 10 Gbps upgrades.
• Safety compliance: Plenum-rated jacket meets strict building fire codes.
• Reliability: Lifetime warranty and individual test reports guarantee performance.

Usages of a 3m Breakout Cable

Ideal for data centre racks, SAN environments, and any setup that needs to break a 40 Gbps QSFP+ link into four 10 Gbps LC SFP+ connections, this cable works perfectly in high-density server rooms, storage arrays and enterprise networking closets where space and compliance are critical.

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