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Extreme Networks 10446 5 Meter 100GbE QSFP28 to 2x QSFP28 Direct Attach Active Breakout Optical Cable
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Extreme Networks 10446 5 Meter 100GbE QSFP28 to 2x QSFP28 Direct Attach Active Breakout Optical Cable

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Our take on the Extreme Networks 10446 5 Meter 100GbE QSFP28 to 2x QSFP28 Direct Attach Active Breakout Optical Cable

This is a 5-meter active optical breakout cable from Extreme Networks. One 100GbE QSFP28 end splits into two QSFP28 ends, so a single 100G switch port feeds two 50G links. It suits data center and campus operators running Extreme switches who need to fan out high-speed ports over a longer run than passive copper allows. Compared with passive DAC breakout cables, the active optical build carries 100G over 5 meters with lighter, thinner cabling, though it costs more and draws a little power.

Best forData center racks splitting a 100G port into two 50G linksExtreme Networks switch deploymentsRuns longer than passive copper DAC handlesDense cabling where thin optical cable helps airflow
Pros
  • Active optical design carries 100G over 5 meters
  • One QSFP28 port feeds two QSFP28 links
  • Thinner and lighter than passive copper at this length
  • Built and coded for Extreme Networks switches
Cons
  • Active optics draw more power than passive DAC
  • Higher cost than short passive copper cables
  • Only useful with 100G QSFP28 ports that support breakout
  • Vendor-specific coding can limit use on other brands

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About the Extreme Networks 10446 5 Meter 100GbE QSFP28 to 2x QSFP28 Direct Attach Active Breakout Optical Cable

This is a 5 meter direct attach active breakout optical cable from Extreme Networks, model 10446. It connects a 100GbE QSFP28 port to two QSFP28 ports.

Brand
Extreme Networks
Model
10446
Length
5 meters
Speed
100GbE
Connectors
QSFP28 to 2 x QSFP28
Cable type
Direct attach active breakout optical cable

Questions and answers

What does this cable do?
It takes one 100GbE QSFP28 port and breaks it out into two QSFP28 connections, each carrying 50G. That lets one switch port serve two downstream links.
Is it compatible with non-Extreme switches?
It is coded for Extreme Networks gear. Many other vendors lock QSFP28 ports to their own optics, so check compatibility before using it elsewhere.
Why active optical instead of a passive DAC?
At 5 meters, active optics keep the signal clean with thinner, lighter cable. Passive copper is cheaper but bulkier and limited to shorter runs.
Does the switch port need breakout support?
Yes. The 100G port must be configured for breakout mode to present two 50G links. Check your switch model's port capabilities.
What is in the box?
One 5-meter active optical breakout cable with a single QSFP28 connector on one end and two QSFP28 connectors on the other.
Where is the Extreme Networks 10446 5 Meter 100GbE QSFP28 to 2x QSFP28 Direct Attach Active Breakout Optical Cable cheapest?
At Gotodirect, for $280.00, as of our latest check.

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