What are the cable requirements for the Intel® 10 Gigabit AF DA Dual Port Server Adapter?

• Direct attach copper cables compliant with the SFP+ MSA SFF-8431 specification
• The adapter supports SFP+ Direct Attached Cable (Twin Axial) only  
• Other SFP+ modules are not allowed and cannot be used with this adapter.
• Maximum cable length is 10 meters.

What is direct attach Twin Axial cable?
2-pair shielded copper cabling terminated with SFP+ electrical modules.

Are active and passive cables both supported?
Only passive cables are supported.

What cables have been tested to be compatible with Intel 10 Gigabit AF DA Dual Port Server Adapter?
The following table lists cables tested to be compatible with the Intel 10 Gigabit AF DA Dual Port Server Adapter.

Manufacturer and Part Number Length Molex* Tyco Electronics* 1 meter 74752-1101 2032237-2 3 meters 74752-2301 2032237-4 5 meters 74752-3501 2032237-6 10 meters 74752-9004 1-2032237-1

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