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Black 1.2m passive twinax cable with latched SFP+ connectors both ends

STARTECH

STARTECH JD096CST 1.2m 10G SFP+ Direct Attach Cable

SKU CH-7AVN-4S1RY MPN JD096CST

A 1.2 m passive twinax cable with latched SFP+ connectors for 10 Gbps direct-attached links

  • Product typeNetwork Cable
  • DetailsType: 10GBase direct attach cable - SFF-8431/SFF-8432 Techno
  • 10 Gbps passive Twinax link for short-reach 10GBase connections
  • 2 m length with latched SFP+ ends for secure rack installs
  • MSA, RoHS and FCC compliant for multi-vendor switch interoperability
  • Hot-swappable 30 AWG copper cable rated at 100 Ohm impedance
  • Tested compatible with HPE 5500, 5800 and Cisco SFP+ ports

What this cable does

The StarTech JD096CST is a 1.2 metre passive twinaxial direct attach cable with SFP+ latched connectors on both ends. It provides a 10 Gbps link between compatible switches, routers or network cards without using separate transceivers. The cable meets SFF-8431 and SFF-8432 specifications and is built with 30 AWG conductors and a PVC jacket.

Check your ports before ordering

Verify that both devices accept SFP+ modules and support passive copper direct attach cables at 10 Gbps. Some switches require coded or active cables and will not establish a link with a passive MSA-compliant assembly. Confirm the port density and latch clearance in your chassis so the connectors seat fully.

How it fits in a rack build

The 1.2 metre length suits adjacent or same-rack connections between top-of-rack switches and servers. Passive operation draws no extra power and adds no latency beyond the copper medium. MSA compliance lets the cable work in multi-vendor environments including HPE, Cisco, Ubiquiti and other listed platforms. Hot-swappable design allows changes without downtime.

How it compares

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Price $37.99
Cheaper than about 63% of the 559 comparable items (median $56.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Part numberJD096CST
Product typeNetwork Cable
Size & build
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size203 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the StarTech JD096CST ship with any transceivers or mounting hardware, or is it just the passive twinax cable?

The box contains only the 1.2 m passive twinax cable with latched SFP+ connectors on both ends; no transceivers, screws or mounting brackets are included.

Should I choose the 30 AWG 1.2 m version or look for a longer or thicker-gauge alternative?

The JD096CST is a single 30 AWG, 1.2 m (3.9 ft) passive assembly rated for 10 Gbps; if your rack spacing or power budget requires a different length or active cable, you would need a different part number.

What does the 10 Gbps rating mean when the cable is plugged into an HPE 5500 or Cisco switch?

The cable complies with SFF-8431/SFF-8432 and MSA, so it will negotiate a 10 Gbps link on any MSA-compliant SFP+ port — including HPE 5500, 5800, A5500, A5800 and Cisco switches — without configuration.

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