HPE Juniper Networking JNP-QSFP-DAC-5M QSFP+ Twinaxial Network Ethernet Cable 16.40 ft

Juniper QSFP+ Twinaxial Cable

The Juniper JNP-QSFP-DAC-5M is a 16.40 ft twinaxial network cable with QSFP+ connectors on both ends. It provides a direct-attach copper link between compatible network devices such as switches, routers or servers. The cable is supplied new and is intended for short-reach, high-speed interconnects inside a rack or between adjacent racks.

Passive copper reach limit

Twinaxial copper cables operate without active signal conditioning, so their reliable reach is limited to short distances such as the 16.40 ft length of this assembly. Signal attenuation and crosstalk increase with longer runs, making this cable unsuitable for links that exceed the specified length. Buyers who need longer connections must choose active optical or active copper alternatives instead.

Factory-terminated QSFP+ ends

Each end is factory-terminated with a QSFP+ plug that latches into standard QSFP+ ports, removing the need for field termination or separate transceivers. The fixed connectors simplify installation and reduce insertion-loss variability, but they also prevent cable reuse if a port type changes. Build quality follows Juniper Networks manufacturing standards for data-centre environments.