Taurus Ethernet Smart Cable Modules™
Taurus Ethernet Smart Retimers and Smart Cable Modules™ overcome reach, signal integrity and bandwidth utilization issues for 100G/Lane Ethernet connectivity for high-density AI racks.
- Extend reach up to 3 meters for 200/400/800G Ethernet rack connectivity
- Optimize cable routing, serviceability and air flow with thin copper cables
- Low-latency/high-bandwidth data path for maximum performance
- Maximizes bandwidth by resolving rate mismatch between 25G, 50G, and 100G/lane devices
- Supports a flexible supply chain with leading cable vendors
- Multiple form factors (QFSP, QFSP-DD, OSFP) and cable configurations for diverse topologies
- COnnectivity System Management and Optimization Software (COSMOS) suite for extensive link management, fleet management, and RAS features
Why Use Taurus Ethernet Smart Cable Modules?
Taurus enables robust, easy-to-design 100G/Lane Ethernet connectivity and provide all the benefits of basic Active Electrical Cables, while also offering COSMOS' suite of built-in advanced fleet management, security, and deep diagnostic capabilities critical to ensuring high reliability and up-time.
Robustness
Extended Cable Line Rate: future proof scalability for 200G/400G/800G
Low Power: uses 50% less power than Active Optical Cables
Low Latency: Low latency operation at < 100ns
Security: Advanced security features help prevent malicious attacks of unauthorized firmware loading, module diagnostics access, and configurations
Easy System Design
Thin Cable Gauge: Up to 34AWG
Fewer Twinax Pairs: 8 pairs at 200G/400G/800G reduces overall external diameter of cables
Extended Reach: Up to 3m of reach at 34AWG
Flexible Supply Chain: Taurus Smart Cable Modules are compatible with multiple cable vendors for easy second sourcing of active cable assembly
Fleet Management
Quick Debug: Self-test features enable rapid troubleshooting
Deep Diagnostics: Cable-side and host-side diagnostics enable easy management of entire fleets
The Difference is Clear
Taurus SCMs deliver cloud service providers system-wide visibility and management features, which enable enhanced security options, quick debug tools, and flexible firmware upgrade capabilities — all of which basic Active Electrical Cables cannot match.
Application Notes
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Orderable Information
Taurus Ethernet Smart Cable Modules
Orderable Part Number | Description | Max Data Gen | Cable Line Rate | Mode | Package / Connector | Ordering |
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EM400-QDX | 400G QSFP-DD Taurus Smart Cable Module | 400G | 50G/Lane, 100G/Lane | PAM4 | QSFP-DD | Contact Us, https://www.asteralabs.com/product-details/em400-qdx/ |
EM400-EPS | 400G OSFP Taurus Smart Cable Module | 400G | 50G/Lane, 100G/Lane | PAM4 | OSFP | Contact Us, https://www.asteralabs.com/product-details/em400-eps/ |
EM800-EPS | 800G OSFP Taurus Smart Cable Module | 800G | 100G/Lane | PAM4 | OSFP | Contact Us, https://www.asteralabs.com/product-details/em800-eps/ |
EM800-QDX | 800G QSFP-DD Taurus Smart Cable Module | 800G | 100G/Lane | PAM4 | QSFP-DD | Contact Us, https://www.asteralabs.com/product-details/em800-qdx/ |
EM200-QDX | 200G QSFP-DD Taurus Smart Cable Module | 200G | 25G/Lane | NRZ | QSFP-DD | Contact Us, https://www.asteralabs.com/product-details/em200-qdx/ |