QSFP28 Direct Attach Cable for Networking Equipment MikroTik XQ+DA0001

MikroTik XQ+DA0001 is a 1-meter direct attach DAC cable with integrated QSFP28 connectors at both ends, designed for direct connection between two 100G devices without separate optical modules or transceivers. It is deployed in data centers and high-speed infrastructures for direct interconnection of MikroTik equipment with QSFP28 ports — including CCR2216 and CRS504 — located in the same rack or adjacent racks. It is the simplest and most cost-effective solution for 40G or 100G connections over short distances: plug it in and it works immediately, with no additional configuration required.

The cable supports data rates of 40G and 100G through QSFP+ and QSFP28 connectors integrated directly into the cable, eliminating the need for separate optical transceivers at both ends and reducing both cost and installation complexity. The 1-meter length covers most in-rack interconnection scenarios — stacked equipment or adjacent racks — with sufficient flexibility for cable routing without tension. DAC technology ensures stable transmission, minimal latency, and lower power consumption compared to equivalent optical solutions.

Integrated QSFP28 modules guarantee direct compatibility with QSFP28 ports in the MikroTik ecosystem and equipment from other manufacturers conforming to the standard, without additional configuration or compatibility verification procedures. An MTBF of approximately 100,000 hours at 25°C confirms reliability for continuous 24/7 operation. For installations requiring greater distances, a 3-meter version of the same product is also available.

Recommended for direct interconnection of CCR2216 with CRS504 or any two MikroTik devices with QSFP28 ports in the same rack or adjacent racks, compact spine fabrics where 100G connections between switches cover short distances, and any deployment where maximum installation simplicity and minimum 100G connection cost are priorities. Also suited as a cost-effective alternative to optical modules for intra-rack connections where 1-meter distance is sufficient.