{"product_id":"hpe-200gbe-qsfp56-2m-dac-cable","title":"HPE 200GBE QSFP56 2M DAC Cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE 200GBE QSFP56 2M DAC Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE 200GBE QSFP56 2M DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance direct attach cable engineered for enterprise data centers requiring ultra-fast network connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003ecopper DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers blazing-fast 200 Gbit\/s data transfer rates over a compact 2-meter span, making it ideal for server-to-switch and switch-to-switch interconnections in demanding environments. Built with QSFP56 connectors on both ends, this cable eliminates the need for transceivers while reducing latency and power consumption compared to optical alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 Gbit\/s data transfer rate for ultra-high-speed connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQSFP56 connectors on both ends for seamless integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-meter (6.56 ft) copper construction for short-reach deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect attach cable (DAC) eliminates transceiver requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow latency and reduced power consumption vs. optical solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackward compatible with HPE networking infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR8M57AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Attach Copper (DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP56\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 Gbit\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 meters (6.56 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Center, Server Interconnect, Switch-to-Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a QSFP56 DAC cable used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eQSFP56 DAC cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is used for high-speed data center interconnections between servers, switches, and storage systems. The 200GBE QSFP56 cable supports ultra-fast 200 Gbit\/s connections over short distances, making it perfect for top-of-rack and end-of-row deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of copper DAC over optical cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper direct attach cables offer lower latency, reduced power consumption, and significantly lower cost compared to optical transceivers. The HPE 200GBE DAC is ideal for short-reach connections within data centers where cost efficiency and performance matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE R8M57AR compatible with other vendors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile designed for HPE infrastructure, QSFP56 DAC cables often work with standards-compliant networking equipment. Verify compatibility with your specific switch or server model before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum recommended distance for this 200GBE cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-meter length is optimized for short-reach data center applications. For longer distances, optical QSFP56 modules are recommended to maintain signal integrity and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41735688650827,"sku":"R8M57AR","price":901.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-200gbe-qsfp56-2m-dac-cable","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}