HPE
HPE 537963-B21 16.4 ft 10GbE SFP+ Copper Cable server accessory
A 16.4 ft copper cable with SFP+ connectors on both ends for 10GbE server links
- TypeCable
- SpecificationsCable Length: 16.40 ft. Connector on First End: SFP+ Connect
- 4 ft reach links adjacent racks without signal loss
- SFP+ to SFP+ ends connect directly to compatible ports
- Copper conductor keeps latency low for 10GbE traffic
- BladeSystem c-Class design ensures mechanical fit in HPE enclosures
- New condition guarantees factory performance from first use
10GbE SFP+ copper link
This cable provides a 10GbE SFP+ copper link between two SFP+ ports. It measures 16.40 ft end to end and uses copper conductors for short-reach server connections. The assembly is built for HPE BladeSystem c-Class environments and ships new in original packaging.
BladeSystem c-Class SFP+ ports
The cable suits administrators wiring BladeSystem c-Class enclosures where both ends present SFP+ sockets. It does not fit installations that require fibre optics, longer reach than 16.4 ft, or connectors other than SFP+ on either side. Buyers needing different lengths or media should select an alternative part.
16.40 ft fixed length
The single specification that decides fit is the fixed 16.40 ft length between SFP+ ends. Racks with greater cable-run distances cannot use this assembly without adding intermediate patch panels or switches. Verify the exact run before ordering.
Highlights
- 4 ft reach links adjacent racks without signal loss
- SFP+ to SFP+ ends connect directly to compatible ports
- Copper conductor keeps latency low for 10GbE traffic
- BladeSystem c-Class design ensures mechanical fit in HPE enclosures
- New condition guarantees factory performance from first use
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Model | 537963-B21 |
| Type | Cable |
| Specifications | Cable Length: 16.40 ft. Connector on First End: SFP+ Connector on Second End: SFP+ Conductor: Copper *For more Compatibility information, Please visit HP website. |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 203 × 152 × 76 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 537963-B21 cable and what step is often missed?
Insert each SFP+ end straight into the matching port until the latch clicks; the step often missed is removing the protective dust caps before insertion.
What maintenance or replacement will the 537963-B21 cable need later?
The passive copper DAC has no firmware or moving parts; keep the SFP+ contacts clean and replace the cable only if a link fails or the latch breaks.
What limit appears first on the 537963-B21 cable under sustained use?
The 16.4 ft copper reach is the primary limit; signal integrity degrades beyond this length, so the cable must stay within the specified 16.40 ft distance.
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