This is a genuine Credo HiWire 400 Gigabit (8x56G) QSFP-DD PAM4 to 400 Gigabit (8x56G) QSFP-DD PAM4 Active Electrical Cable (AEC), 2.5 Meter (P/N: CAC425321D1D-D0-HW). Credo's groundbreaking HiWire AECs represent a significant leap in high-speed interconnect technology, providing a solution that bridges the gap between traditional passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables and more expensive Active Optical Cables (AOCs). This 2.5-meter AEC features QSFP-DD (Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable Double Density) connectors on both ends, leveraging 8 lanes each operating at 56Gbps with PAM4 signaling. It is perfectly suited for extended reach intra-rack or adjacent-rack connections in demanding data center, cloud, and enterprise networks, ensuring robust 400GbE connectivity with superior signal integrity and optimized power consumption.
Key Features
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400 Gigabit Ethernet (400GbE) Connectivity: Delivers full 400Gbps bandwidth, addressing the stringent speed and data transfer requirements of modern data center infrastructure.
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QSFP-DD PAM4 Interconnect: Equipped with QSFP-DD connectors on both ends, utilizing 8 lanes of 56Gbps PAM4 (Pulse Amplitude Modulation 4-level) signaling for maximum data throughput.
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Active Electrical Cable (AEC) Technology: Integrates active components to regenerate and re-time electrical signals, significantly extending the reach and improving signal quality beyond passive copper cables, while maintaining cost and power efficiency advantages over fiber.
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2.5 Meter Length: An ideal length for flexible cabling within larger racks or between closely situated racks, providing extended reach without the complexity or cost of optical solutions.
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Optimized for Data Centers: Specifically engineered for mission-critical data center, cloud, and enterprise applications requiring reliable, high-bandwidth, and low-latency interconnections.
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Superior Signal Integrity: Active electronics actively manage and condition the signal along the cable, ensuring minimal signal degradation, reduced bit error rates, and stable network performance.
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Credo HiWire Reliability: Manufactured by Credo, a recognized innovator in high-speed connectivity solutions, guaranteeing high quality, dependable performance, and broad compatibility.
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Power Efficient: Offers an optimized power consumption profile, contributing to lower operational expenditures compared to alternative technologies for similar reach.
