CXP Interconnect System

Molexs CXP interconnect system enables pluggable copper or optical options to increase the flexibility of system-level hardware for end users. The dual paddle-card system was adopted as the InfiniBand* CXP, 12x QDR and IEEE 802.3ba as the 100G Ethernet standard, providing 10 lanes of 10 Gbps data rates.
By leveraging high-speed wafer technology and compliant-pin tails, Molex has developed two integrated-connector offerings. The enhanced- footprint version is a high-density, 10-chanel connector, conforming to IEEE 802.3ba requirements for the 10-channel 100 Gigabit Ethernet interface. The standard version is a high-density, 12-channel connector capable of achieving Quad Data Rates (QDR) of 10 Gbps. The one-piece press-fit connector and cage assembly provides one-step placement to the board and is offered in both single and stacked dual-port configurations.
Copper cables are designed to accommodate single, ganged or stacked connector configurations in extremely high-density requirements. Low profile CXP optical 4.50mm round cable assemblies offer improved fiber management over traditional flat cables for connecting CXP transceivers.