Cable specifications for 10 Gbps iSCSI copper interface
Cable type
Maximum
cable
connection
length
Data transfer
Transmission
band
Cable Connector
Category 5e or
6a LAN cable
100 m 1 Gbps 1000BASE-T STP ( use an
STP cable that
suppresses
radio noise)
RJ-45
Category 6a
LAN cable
50 m 10 Gbps 10GBASE-T STP ( use an
STP cable that
suppresses
radio noise)
RJ-45
The following figure shows a 10 Gbps iSCSI cable.
Managing data cables
Organize data cables to protect the integrity of your connections and allow
proper airflow around your storage system.
Observing bend radius values
Never bend cables beyond their recommended bend radius. The following
table provides general guidelines for minimum bend radius values, but you
should consult the recommendation of your cable manufacturer.
Cable type
Minimum bend radius values
Fibre Channel 1.73 inch (40 mm)
iSCSI optical 1.73 inch (40 mm)
Category 5 Ethernet Four times the outside diameter
of the cable
SAS 1.73 inch (40 mm)
Protecting cables
Damage to your Fibre Channel and Ethernet cables can affect the
performance of your storage system. Observe the following guidelines to
protect cables
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