Dell Networking DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 x 10G SFP+ Passive Copper Breakout Cable, 7m (23ft)
The DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M compatible assembly is intended for Dell Networking equipment that requires a 40G direct-attached connection. This version is specifically 7m (23ft), with QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ and its own order reference. Exact length pages and equivalent brand references are linked to make multi-product procurement easier to verify.
OEM Part Number: DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7MHT Part Number: DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell Networking DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to 4 SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M |
|---|---|
| Dell Compatible | DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M |
| 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.
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
The 7m (23ft) reach of DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M is useful only when the managed pathway requires it; straight-line distance between ports is not a sufficient measurement. Check the route around rack rails, cable managers and maintenance clearances, then protect the complete copper assembly and both connector housings from tight bends and unsupported spans. The next shorter verified assembly is 462-3633 at 5m (16ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M is the longest of 7 verified length options in this family. Compared with 462-3633 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.
Procurement and Port-Mapping Review
A useful purchase order should identify the host platform, the expected OEM code and the exact cable length as separate pieces of information. This prevents a physically similar assembly from being substituted when the port identification or reach is different. For mixed-length installations, prepare one order line per part number and reconcile each delivered cable with its intended pair of ports. 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.
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.
Dell Networking Compatibility and Factory Testing
Our procurement-oriented compatibility check begins with the OEM reference and ends with a live host link. We record the physical length separately from the identification configuration, so the cable supplied for this page remains the stated version rather than a generic length substitute. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Ordering Information
For a clear bill of materials, quote the OEM reference, HT part number, length and quantity on the same line. Add the switch or server model and software release when a pre-order review is required; project labels can repeat those details for receiving and installation teams. Keep DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M associated with 7m (23ft) throughout the order and receiving record.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Before packing, the assembly is checked for connector condition, identification and link operation. Cables for multi-line orders can be labelled and grouped by part number, making it easier to match each length to the procurement record without opening every protective bag. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Dell Networking cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Dell Networking DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. DAC-QSFP-4SFP-10G-7M refers here to 7m (23ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. 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.