Fortinet SP-CABLE-FS-QSFP+5 5 m 40GE QSFP+ DAC Cable | Enterprise

Keep 40 GbE infrastructure links simple, stable, and cost-conscious with this 5 m passive direct attach cable for Fortinet systems equipped with QSFP+ slots. Designed for short-reach switch-to-switch and switch-to-server connections, it removes the need for separate optical transceivers while preserving the throughput expected in dense enterprise racks. A passive DAC is often the right choice when you need dependable high-speed connectivity within the same cabinet or across nearby cabinets. It helps reduce power draw, lowers link complexity, and minimizes points of failure compared with optical assemblies that require additional components. For teams standardizing on Fortinet switching, this cable supports a cleaner deployment model and faster turn-up. The 5 m length gives you more placement flexibility than shorter DACs, which matters in real rack layouts where cable routing, service loops, and equipment positioning rarely line up perfectly. For procurement teams, it also offers a practical way to extend 40 GbE connectivity without moving to a more expensive optical option when the distance does not require it.