Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M QSFP to 4xsfp10g Passive Copper Splitter 1-Meter Cable

Overview
The Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M is a high-performance passive copper splitter that converts a single QSFP+ port into four independent 10G SFP+ connections. Designed for data center and enterprise environments, this 1-meter cable delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity without the need for active electronics. Its rugged construction and precise pin-to-pin mapping ensure seamless integration with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst and UCS platforms, providing a cost-effective way to expand bandwidth while maintaining the simplicity of copper cabling.

Key Features

• Passive design eliminates power consumption and heat generation
• One-meter length optimizes rack-to-rack and intra-chassis connections
• Four 10G SFP+ ports from a single QSFP+ interface
• Gold-plated contacts for superior signal integrity and corrosion resistance
• Compatible with Cisco QSFP+ transceivers and standard SFP+ modules
• Easy plug-and-play installation with no configuration required

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M
• Cable Type: Passive copper
• Length: 1 meter (3.3 ft)
• Connector Type: QSFP+ male to four SFP+ female
• Data Rate: 10 Gbps per channel (40 Gbps aggregate)
• Operating Temperature: 0 deg to 70 deg C
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3ae, RoHS
• Impedance: 100 ohms differential

Applications

• Data center top-of-rack and end-of-row switches
• Server virtualization and blade chassis interconnects
• High-density storage area networks
• Enterprise campus aggregation
• Network testing and lab environments where multiple 10G links are required from a single port

By leveraging the Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M, organizations can simplify cabling architectures, reduce hardware costs, and maintain the high performance expected from Cisco networking solutions.