SFP+ Cable From Uplink Port to SFP+ 10Gb NIC

Question

I have a specific question about using a this 2m passive SFP+ cable to connect the 10Gb uplink port on a switch to a NIC in a server.

Switch: Netgear GS752TXS

Server NIC: HP NC522SFP

I'm fairly confident that the switch and server NIC are fine, but can I use that cable to connect a 10Gb uplink port to an SFP+ NIC and achieve 10Gbps results? I've read this question and this question, but my $5000 project depends on this working and I would like an expert's advice before I spend the $$.Those three things are all I need, correct? No transcievers, since I am straight sfp to sfp?

Thanks in advance!

indeed, that's the purpose of direct attach cables. – HBruijn Nov 01 '14 at 07:41 — HBruijn, Nov 01 '14 at 07:41

score 3 · Accepted Answer · answered Nov 01 '14 at 10:15

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Yes, you can do this in theory.

Keep your receipts because not all DAC cables work with every NIC/switch combination. It's best to use the cables that are known-good according to the switch manufacturer, though.

answered Nov 01 '14 at 10:15

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Thank you for your help - I made the purchase and now am waiting for everything to get here. – John Davis Nov 01 '14 at 23:23

SFP+ Cable From Uplink Port to SFP+ 10Gb NIC

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