The JBX05068 3-meter 200GBASE-CR8 QSFP-DD to SFP28 direct attach copper breakout cable represents the ideal solution for modern data center infrastructure requiring high-speed, low-latency connectivity. This passive breakout DAC cable features eight SFP28 connections derived from a single QSFP-DD interface, enabling flexible port utilization and simplified cable management. Key Technical Specifications: Data Rate: 200Gb/s (200GBASE-CR8) Connector Type: QSFP-DD to 8x SFP28 Cable Length: 3 meters Gauge: 30AWG twinax copper Form Factor: Passive Breakout DAC Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) Compatibility & Standards: Dell Compatible (replaces P/N 470-ACZB and 470-ADFC) RoHS/ELV Compliant Certifications: RoHS, TUV, UL EU Directive 2002/95/EC certified Advantages Over Alternatives: Passive design eliminates power requirements and reduces operational costs compared to active cables Copper twinax construction ensures superior signal quality for short-reach data center applications Compact 30AWG gauge provides excellent cable flexibility without compromising signal integrity 3-meter length accommodates standard rack-to-rack deployments Ideal Applications: Data center switch-to-server connections Storage area network (SAN) deployments High-performance computing (HPC) clusters Cloud infrastructure buildouts Enterprise network upgrades The cable's passive architecture makes it particularly suitable for cost-conscious deployments where power efficiency is paramount. Ships from multiple U.S. locations (Danville, CA and Beaufort, SC) with free standard shipping on orders exceeding $99. Backed by a 90-day limited warranty and custom brand programming availability for enterprise clients.