This Cisco® SFP-H10GB-ACU3M to IBM® 81Y8296 dual OEM compatible 10GBase-CU SFP+ to SFP+ active TAA (Trade Acts Agreement) compliant direct attach cable has a maximum reach of 3.0m (9.8ft). It is 100% Cisco® to IBM® compatible and has been been programmed, 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 Cisco® and IBM®'s indvidual cables and is built to meet or exceed Cisco® and IBM®'s specifications, and comply with MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) standards. All of our dual OEM cables are Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant. We stand behind the quality of our products and proudly offer a limited lifetime warranty.