Keep short-reach 40 GbE links simple, predictable, and cost-controlled with this AddOn Networks compatible DAC cable. Designed for Brocade 40G-QSFP-C-0301 environments, it provides a direct attach copper connection between QSFP+ ports without the added cost and complexity of separate optics and fiber. At 3 m, this cable is well suited for adjacent rack and same-row deployments where clean cable management and dependable throughput matter. It is TAA compliant, making it a strong fit for public sector and regulated procurement workflows that require sourcing alignment. For infrastructure teams standardizing on 40 GbE, a DAC assembly like this reduces component count, simplifies installation, and helps preserve port budget for higher-value upgrades. Use it where short-distance 40 GbE transport needs to stay efficient: switch-to-switch uplinks, leaf-spine adjacency, and server aggregation in dense rack environments. AddOn’s compatibility-focused approach gives you a direct replacement path for the referenced Brocade part while keeping deployment straightforward.