{"product_id":"tp-link-tl-sm5220-1m-10g-sfp-plus-direct-attach-cable-1m","title":"TP-Link TL-SM5220-1M 10G SFP+ Direct Attach Cable 1m","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLow-Cost 10Gbps Switch-to-Switch Connectivity Without SFP Modules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link TL-SM5220-1M is a 1-metre 10G SFP+ Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable that provides a simple, cost-effective alternative to separate SFP+ transceivers and fibre patch leads for short-distance 10 Gigabit connections. With SFP+ connectors on both ends, it plugs directly into any compatible 10G SFP+ port — delivering full 10Gbps throughput with lower latency and lower cost than optical solutions. Ideal for top-of-rack switch stacking, server-to-switch connections, and NVR uplinks in data centres and comms cabinets across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10Gbps Data Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full 10 Gigabit Ethernet throughput for high-bandwidth switch-to-switch and server-to-switch connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFP+ Connectors on Both Ends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plugs directly into any 10G SFP+ port — no separate transceiver modules or fibre patch leads required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Metre Cable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for short in-rack or adjacent-rack connections where devices are in close proximity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Attach Copper (DAC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Passive copper cable design delivers lower latency and lower power consumption compared to active optical solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-Effective Alternative to Fibre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the need to purchase two SFP+ transceivers plus a fibre patch lead for short-distance 10G links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces TXC432-CU1M:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement for the legacy TP-Link TXC432-CU1M DAC cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Temperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for operating temperatures from 0°C to 70°C — suitable for comms cabinets and server rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStacking or uplink connections between adjacent 10G switches in a comms rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eServer-to-switch 10G connections in small data centres and server rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNVR-to-switch 10G uplinks in high-camera-count CCTV installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCost-effective alternative to SFP+ transceivers + fibre for in-rack connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnecting TP-Link JetStream 10G switches (e.g. TL-SG3428X, TL-SG3452X) within the same rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTL-SM5220-1M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eDirect Attach Copper (DAC), Passive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSFP+ on both ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e10 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1 metre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e0°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e-40°C to 80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOperating Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e10–90% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStorage Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e5–90% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eReplaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTXC432-CU1M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Direct Attach Cable (DAC) and how is it different from a fibre SFP+ connection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Direct Attach Cable (DAC) is a fixed copper cable with SFP+ connectors permanently attached to both ends. Unlike a fibre SFP+ connection — which requires two separate transceiver modules plus a fibre patch lead — a DAC cable is a single, self-contained unit. DAC cables are cheaper, consume less power, and have lower latency than optical solutions, but are limited to short distances (typically 1–7 metres for passive DAC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this cable work with non-TP-Link switches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TL-SM5220-1M uses standard SFP+ connectors and is designed to work with any switch that has a 10G SFP+ port. However, some switch vendors (notably Cisco and certain enterprise brands) may restrict compatibility to vendor-coded cables. Always verify compatibility with your specific switch model before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum cable length for this DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is 1 metre in length. TP-Link also offers longer DAC cables in the TL-SM5220 range (3m and 5m variants) for connections between adjacent racks or slightly further distances. For distances beyond 7 metres, an active optical SFP+ solution such as the TL-SM5110-LR is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it require any configuration or drivers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. DAC cables are passive devices — simply plug both ends into compatible SFP+ ports and the 10G link will establish automatically. No drivers, software, or configuration are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this cable suitable for CCTV installations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. For high-camera-count CCTV installations where an NVR needs a 10G uplink to a core switch within the same rack or cabinet, the TL-SM5220-1M provides a clean, low-cost 10G connection without the need for separate transceivers or fibre infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat TP-Link switches is this compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TL-SM5220-1M is compatible with TP-Link JetStream switches featuring 10G SFP+ ports, including the TL-SG3428X, TL-SG3428XMP, TL-SG3452X, and TL-SG3428XF. It is also compatible with most third-party switches with standard 10G SFP+ ports.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43198328307941,"sku":"TL-SM5220-1M","price":47.3,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/tp-link-sm5220-1m-1-meter-10g-sfp-direct-attach-cable.webp?v=1779682327","url":"https:\/\/cctvguru.com.au\/products\/tp-link-tl-sm5220-1m-10g-sfp-plus-direct-attach-cable-1m","provider":"CCTV Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}