Dell 76V43 2m 100GB QSFP28 to QSFP28 Direct Attach Cable

Overview
The Dell 76V43 2m 100GB QSFP28 to QSFP28 Direct Attach Cable delivers high-speed, low-latency connectivity for modern data center environments. Engineered for 100GbE and beyond, this 2-meter passive copper cable provides a reliable, plug-and-play solution that eliminates the need for transceivers, reducing both cost and complexity. Ideal for top-of-rack (ToR) and leaf-spine architectures, the cable ensures seamless data flow between switches, servers, and storage devices.

Key Features

• Passive Direct Attach design - no active components, lower power consumption
• 2-meter length - optimal for dense rack deployments
• 100Gbps per lane, 4x25Gbps QSFP28 interface
• Gold-plated contacts for superior signal integrity and corrosion resistance
• Compliance with IEEE 802.3ba, 802.3bm, and 802.3cd standards
• Robust, flexible jacket suitable for high-density cabling environments

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 76V43
• Connector Type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Cable Type: Passive copper twin-ax
• Length: 2 meters (6.56 ft)
• Data Rate: 100 Gbps (4x25 Gbps)
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Impedance: 100 Ohms differential
• Insertion Loss: 3.0 dB @ 25 GHz
• Return Loss: 13 dB @ 25 GHz

Applications

• Data center top-of-rack and leaf-spine interconnects
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Enterprise server and storage aggregation
• Network function virtualization (NFV) and edge computing
• Cloud infrastructure and hyperscale environments

Choose the Dell 76V43 Direct Attach Cable to future-proof your network, achieve consistent 100GbE performance, and simplify cable management across your critical infrastructure.