Juniper Networks JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 x 10G SFP+ Active Copper Breakout Cable, 7m (23ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring Juniper Networks JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA, this page supplies the 7m (23ft) version with QSFP+ to SFP+. 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: JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MAHT Part Number: JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Juniper Networks JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 7m (23ft), JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA
- Cable construction: Active Twinax
- Conductor specification: 26AWG
- Maximum power consumption: ≤1.8W
- Minimum bend radius: 44.5mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA |
|---|---|
| Juniper Compatible | JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP+ to SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 40Gbps |
| Media | Copper |
| Cable Type | Active Twinax |
| Cable Length | 7m (23ft) |
| Wire AWG | 26AWG |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 44.5mm |
| Power Consumption | ≤1.8W |
| Jacket Material | PVC (OFNR) |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFF-8472 SFP+ MSA, SFF-8436 QSFP+ MSA |
Juniper Deployment Reference
Juniper platform documentation distinguishes straight QSFP28 DAC or AOC connections from DACBO and AOCBO breakout operation. On channelized systems, the host port must be configured for the required breakout mode. Match this HT compatible cable to the exact Juniper part number and the intended platform configuration.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFF-8472 SFP+ MSA, SFF-8436 QSFP+ MSA. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP+ to SFP+ configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
Measure twice before deploying this 7m (23ft) cable: once along the planned route and again after accounting for service access. The objective is adequate reach without a concealed surplus. Support the complete copper assembly and both connector housings, preserve front-panel clearance and check that nearby power cords or sharp hardware cannot damage the jacket. Within this family, JNP-QSFP-DACBO-5MA is shorter at 5m (16ft), while JNP-QSFP-DACBO-9MA is the next longer choice at 9m (29ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA occupies the middle of this family between JNP-QSFP-DACBO-5MA at 5m (16ft) and JNP-QSFP-DACBO-9MA at 9m (29ft). It adds 2m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 2m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
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 44.5mm; the stated power consumption is ≤1.8W; the jacket material is PVC (OFNR).
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is ≤1.8W. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 26AWG conductors, PVC (OFNR) jacket, minimum bend radius 44.5mm. 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.
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.
Juniper Networks 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 Juniper Networks cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Juniper Networks JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
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. JNP-QSFP-DACBO-7MA refers here to 7m (23ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
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. International express, air cargo and sea freight can be selected according to destination and carton volume; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are also accepted.
