Dell CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M Compatible 40G QSFP+ Active Copper Cable, 7m (23ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Dell CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M, this page supplies the 7m (23ft) version with QSFP+ to QSFP+. The cable supports 40G operation and eliminates a separate module-and-patch-cord assembly. Installation, maintenance and spare-cable identification are addressed alongside the full technical details.
OEM Part Number: CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7MHT Part Number: CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to QSFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Minimum bend radius: 37.5mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M |
|---|---|
| Dell Compatible | CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ to QSFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 40Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 37.5mm |
| Wire AWG | 26AWG |
| Cable Length | 7m (22.97ft) |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | 40G InfiniBand 8x DDR, 4x QDR, 10G/40Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 37.5mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
With 7m (23ft) available, the installer has more routing freedom but also more cable to control. Determine where any remaining service loop will be stored, preserve the stated bend radius and keep the loop away from sharp edges and hot exhaust. The complete copper assembly and both connector housings should remain accessible for inspection and removal. The next verified reach is CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-10M at 10m (33ft), but selecting it before measuring the route would introduce additional slack to support.
Position Within the Length Range
CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M is the shortest of 2 verified length options in this family. It is the preferred choice when the port positions are close and cable slack must be kept to a minimum. The next option is CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-10M at 10m (33ft), adding 3m for a less direct routing path; selecting it unnecessarily would leave more cable to dress.
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the route and both connectors before installation, then support the cable without pulling on either connector housing. During maintenance, release the latch properly rather than using the cable as a handle. Keep protection on unused ends, and if the assembly is removed for later use, coil it loosely and record its part number so the same length can be returned to service. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 37.5mm; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include 40G InfiniBand 8x DDR, 4x QDR, 10G/40Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
The cable and both connectors are inspected before a functional link test. Connector protection and bend-safe packing reduce handling damage during transport and storage. Customer or site labels can be added for field inventories, with different lengths separated to simplify issue and return of spare assemblies. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
Dell Compatibility and Factory Testing
A field-ready cable needs both correct identification and a stable operating link. Our pre-packing check therefore includes the connectors, host recognition and link behavior. For equipment with uncertain revision history, providing the host model and software release helps identify compatibility requirements before the assembly reaches the installation site. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Dell cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Dell CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. CBL-QSFP-40GE-ACTV-7M refers here to 7m (23ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?
No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.
Ordering Information
Request the cable by its exact part number and length, and state the equipment model if compatibility confirmation is needed. Site orders can list quantities by rack or installation team. Any requested label should retain the part number so a removed or spare cable can still be identified accurately. This page’s fixed configuration is 7m (23ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.
