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This Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU0-5M to Intel XDACBL50CM dual OEM compatible 10GBase-CU SFP+ to SFP+ passive TAA (Trade Acts Agreement) compliant direct attach cable has a maximum reach of 50cm (1.6ft). It is 100% Cisco to Intel compatible and has been programmed, uniquely serialized, and data-traffic and application tested to ensure that it is compliant and functional.