Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 x 10G SFP+ Passive Copper Breakout Cable, 7m (23ft)
For project documentation, Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 7m (23ft) DAC assembly for 40G links, using QSFP+ to 4 SFP+. Its OEM cross-reference, HT part number, specification table and packing options support traceable ordering and installation records.
OEM Part Number: QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7MHT Part Number: QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to 4 SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M |
|---|---|
| Cisco Compatible | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 40Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Wire AWG | 26AWG |
| Cable Length | 7m(22.96ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFF-8436, SFF-8431 and QSFP+ MSA |
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
Passive Copper Operation
A passive DAC has no separate optical conversion stage. Its low-power, low-latency operation is useful for short equipment links, but the assembly must remain within the length and signaling mode accepted by both hosts.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
A 7m (23ft) run can remain tidy when its pathway and service allowance are planned together. Keep the complete copper assembly and both connector housings away from tight cable-tie pressure, verify bend control at changes of direction and ensure that neither port supports the assembly’s weight. Record the exact order code after acceptance. The next shorter verified assembly is QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M at 5m (16ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M is the longest of 7 verified length options in this family. Compared with QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M at 5m (16ft), it provides 2m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.
Project Documentation and Cable Identification
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, physical length and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and use the HT part number on the packing list. Where several lengths arrive together, labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers do not have to identify cables by appearance alone. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include SFF-8436, SFF-8431 and QSFP+ MSA. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification links the compatibility identity to the exact physical assembly described on this page. Identification, connector condition and live link behavior are checked before packing. Customers can submit equipment and firmware details with the project documentation for a more specific pre-order compatibility review. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes link stability and diagnostic indications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M.
Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?
No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
What details assist a compatibility review?
Provide the equipment manufacturer, model, port type, hardware revision and software release, together with the OEM reference, required length and quantity.
Ordering Information
Use the listed HT part number for ordering and retain the OEM reference as the host-compatibility cross-reference. Send quantities by length, along with any rack-based packing or label instructions. If the project has mixed equipment, include the host model for each group rather than relying only on the aggregate cable rate. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to QSFP-4SFP10G-CU7M.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Inspection and link testing are completed before the cable enters its protective packaging. Project orders can be packed and labelled by length, rack or customer reference, with packing documentation that makes received quantities straightforward to reconcile against the installation schedule. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
