This Alcatel-Lucent® QSFP-40G-C3M to multiple OEM compatible 40GBase-CU QSFP+ to QSFP+ passive TAA (Trade Acts Agreement) compliant direct attach cable has a maximum reach of 3.0m (9.8ft). It is 100% Alcatel-Lucent® compatible and has been programmed to allow for connection to multiple OEMs. These OEMs include Avago, D-Link, Edge-corE, F5 Networks, Finisar, Fortinet, Linksys, Mellanox, NetAPP, Zyxel and more. This cable is also uniquely serialized and data-traffic and application tested to ensure that it is compliant and functional. This direct attach cable will initialize and perform identically to Alcatel-Lucent® and the multiple OEM's individual cables and is built to meet or exceed Alcatel-Lucent®'s specifications, and comply with MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) standards. We stand behind the quality of our products and proudly offer a limited lifetime warranty.