Dell 076V43 2-m 100Gbps QSFP28 to QSFP28 Direct Attach Copper Cable

Overview

The Dell 2-m 100Gbps QSFP28 to QSFP28 Direct Attach Copper Cable (part number 076V43) delivers ultra-high bandwidth in a compact, plug-and-play form factor. Designed for modern data center environments, this 2-meter copper cable provides a reliable, low-latency link between QSFP28 ports without the need for external power or transceiver modules. Its robust construction and gold-plated contacts ensure consistent performance for demanding 100GbE applications.

Key Features

• 100Gbps data rate per lane for high-performance networking
• 2-meter length balances flexibility with minimal signal loss
• Direct attach copper eliminates the need for optical modules and power supplies
• Gold-plated QSFP28 connectors for corrosion resistance and reliable mating
• Compliance with IEEE 802.3bj standard for 100GbE over copper
• Passive cable design reduces total cost of ownership

Technical Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 076V43
• Connector Type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Cable Length: 2 meters (approx 6.56 feet)
• Data Rate: 100 Gbps (4 x 25 Gbps lanes)
• Transmission Medium: Twin-ax copper
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 deg C
• Impedance: 100 ohms differential
• Insertion Loss: <= 0.5 dB per meter
• Return Loss: >= 15 dB

Applications

• High-performance computing clusters
• Enterprise data center interconnects
• Storage area networks (SAN) requiring 100GbE
• Cloud service provider infrastructure
• Network aggregation and spine-leaf architectures
• Video streaming and real-time analytics platforms

By choosing the Dell 2-m 100Gbps QSFP28 Direct Attach Copper Cable, you gain a cost-effective, high-speed solution that simplifies cabling, reduces power consumption, and supports the most demanding data center workloads.