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Ruckus Networks 5 m QSFP+ to QSFP+ active copper cable for 40 GbE direct attach connections

Ruckus Networks 40 GbE QSFP+ Active Copper Cable | DAC, 5 m

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MPN: E40G-QSFP-QSFP-C-0501

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Key Features

  • 40GE QSFP+ to QSFP+ active copper cable
  • 5 m cable length
  • QSFP+ connector on both ends
  • Direct attach copper interconnect
  • Ruckus Networks MPN E40G-QSFP-QSFP-C-0501
  • Designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet environments
  • Preserve 40 GbE throughput with QSFP+ to QSFP+ active copper connectivity
  • Extend rack-to-rack reach using a 5 m cable length
Maintain high-speed connectivity across extended rack distances with the Ruckus Networks E40G-QSFP-QSFP-C-0501 active copper cable. Built for QSFP+ to QSFP+ interconnects, this 5 m cable is suited to 40 GbE environments where direct attach copper is preferred over optics for cost control and straightforward deployment. Active copper cabling is a strong fit for short- to mid-range links inside the data center, especially when you want to reduce transceiver count and keep cable management clean. The 5 m length gives you more placement flexibility between adjacent racks, top-of-rack switches, and nearby servers or storage nodes without moving to fiber for every connection. For teams standardizing on QSFP+ infrastructure, this cable supports a consistent physical layer across high-density environments. It is a practical option when the goal is to preserve port speed, simplify procurement, and avoid unnecessary optical components in links that do not require them. In enterprise racks, that balance of reach, simplicity, and predictable 40 GbE connectivity is often what makes the difference.

Ideal For

  • Connect top-of-rack switches to nearby aggregation switches in the same row
  • Link servers or storage appliances within adjacent racks
  • Deploy short-reach 40 GbE interconnects in dense enterprise cabinets
  • Replace optical modules where a 5 m direct attach copper run is sufficient

Why This Product

  • 1Longer 5 m reach than typical short DAC runs
  • 2Active copper design avoids separate optical modules
  • 3QSFP+ to QSFP+ connectivity for 40 GbE links
  • 4Better suited to dense rack cabling than fiber for short spans

Design

Form FactorDirect Attach Cable

Optics

Connector TypeQSFP+ to QSFP+
Data Rate Gbps40 Gbps
Max Distance M5 m
Transceiver TypeActive Copper Cable

Fiber Optic

Fiber TypeCopper
Wavelength NmNot applicable

Performance

Max Data Transfer Rate40 Gbps

Connectivity

Network Technology40 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Technology40 Gigabit Ethernet
Fiber Mode SupportedNot applicable
Maximum Distance Supported5 m

Physical Dimensions

Weight ApproximateNot specified

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of connection does this cable support?▾

It provides QSFP+ to QSFP+ direct attach connectivity for 40 Gigabit Ethernet links.

How long is the cable?▾

The cable length is 5 m.

Is this a fiber optic cable?▾

No. It is an active copper cable, so fiber mode and wavelength do not apply.

Where is a 5 m QSFP+ DAC most useful?▾

It is well suited to rack-to-rack and row-adjacent 40 GbE connections where optical transceivers are not required.