40G-QSFP-C-0701Brocade 40G-QSFP-C-0701 Compatible 40G QSFP+ Passive Copper Cable, 7m (23ft)
This 7m (23ft) 40G-QSFP-C-0701 compatible assembly provides 40G DAC connectivity for Brocade interfaces in a QSFP+ to QSFP+ configuration. It is supplied as one complete cable, with specifications and installation guidance that help high-density racks balance reach, connector access and airflow while retaining the exact OEM reference required by the host.
OEM Part Number: 40G-QSFP-C-0701HT Part Number: 40G-QSFP-C-0701
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade 40G-QSFP-C-0701
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to QSFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), 40G-QSFP-C-0701
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Minimum bend radius: 47.5mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | 40G-QSFP-C-0701 |
|---|---|
| Brocade Compatible | 40G-QSFP-C-0701 |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ to QSFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 40Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 47.5mm |
| Wire AWG | 26AWG |
| Cable Length | 7m (22.97ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFF-8436, QSFP+ MSA and IEEE 802.3ba |
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 47.5mm. 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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 7m (23ft) reach of 40G-QSFP-C-0701 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 40G-QSFP-C-0501 at 5m (16ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
40G-QSFP-C-0701 is the longest of 7 verified length options in this family. Compared with 40G-QSFP-C-0501 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.
High-Density Rack Integration
In a densely populated rack, connector access and airflow are part of the link design. Choose the shortest length that follows the managed path comfortably, avoid tight bundles around the connector housings and preserve room for latch operation. Where power consumption is listed, include every populated interface in the host thermal budget rather than assessing a single cable in isolation. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 47.5mm; 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, QSFP+ MSA and IEEE 802.3ba. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
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.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each assembly receives a visual connector inspection and functional link check before it is coiled and protected. Packaging is selected to avoid compressing the cable into a tight bundle, and optional rack-based labels help maintain an orderly installation when many identical interfaces are populated together. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
Ordering Information
Provide the exact part number, length, quantity and target interface density. For multi-rack projects, list each length separately and identify any preferred carton grouping. Host model and software information can be included for a compatibility review before production or dispatch. This page’s fixed configuration is 7m (23ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Brocade Compatibility and Factory Testing
The assembly is evaluated for host recognition and stable link operation, with diagnostics checked where the interface provides them. This approach verifies more than electrical or optical continuity. Exact platform and firmware information remains valuable in high-density deployments because port mode and qualification policy can differ within the same connector family. Where supported by the host, link stability and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Brocade cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Brocade 40G-QSFP-C-0701.
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. 40G-QSFP-C-0701 refers here to 7m (23ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?
No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is normally prepared for dispatch within one to three working days, while larger production requirements are scheduled with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.
