HPE Aruba X240 QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 3 m direct-attach cable

Aruba HPE X240 QSFP28 4xSFP28 3m DAC Cable

Name: Aruba HPE X240 QSFP28 4xSFP28 3m DAC Cable
Brand: Aruba
SKU: JL283A
Price: 955.99 USD
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MPN: JL283A

UPC: 190017042817

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Key Features

QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 cable assembly
3 m cable length
Direct-attach copper design
Short-reach switch interconnect
Built for HPE Aruba networking environments
Suitable for dense rack cable management

Keep high-speed links short, direct, and predictable. This HPE Aruba X240 DAC cable is built for QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 connectivity over 3 m, making it a practical choice for top-of-rack and adjacent-rack switch deployments. Direct-attach cabling removes the need for separate transceivers and fiber patching, which simplifies procurement, reduces parts count, and speeds installation. For infrastructure teams working in dense switching environments, the value is in the details: a clean physical path, fewer components to manage, and a cable length that fits real rack layouts without excess slack. It is well suited to environments where port density, cable management, and deterministic short-reach connectivity all matter. When you need a purpose-built interconnect for HPE Aruba hardware, this cable supports a cleaner build than improvised alternatives.

Ideal For

Connecting adjacent switches in a top-of-rack design
Linking network gear across a short rack span
Reducing optics usage in short-reach data center links
Supporting dense cable runs in enterprise switching closets

Why This Product

1Direct-attach copper avoids separate transceivers for short links
23 m length fits adjacent-rack and top-of-rack layouts
3QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 format supports dense switch connectivity
4Cleaner bill of materials than mixed optic-and-fiber alternatives

Connectors

Connector Type First End	QSFP28
Connector Type Second End	4xSFP28

Performance

Data Transfer Rate

100 GbE class

Cable Identity

Cable Type	Direct attach cable
Cable Length Ft	3 m (9.84 ft)
Cable Characteristic	Passive

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of connection does this cable provide?▾

It provides a QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 direct-attach connection for short-reach networking between compatible devices.

Where is a 3 m DAC cable most useful?▾

It is ideal for top-of-rack, adjacent-rack, and other short-distance switch interconnects in dense data center environments.

Why choose DAC instead of optics for short links?▾

DAC reduces component count by eliminating separate transceivers and fiber patch cords, which can simplify installation and procurement.

Is this cable intended for HPE Aruba environments?▾

Yes. It is positioned for HPE Aruba networking deployments that need short-reach QSFP28 to 4xSFP28 connectivity.