AOC Cable BlueOptics AOC-Q28-100G-25M-BO 25m QSFP28 Male/Male

The BlueOptics AOC-Q28-100G-25M-BO is a 25 meter active optical cable with QSFP28 male connectors at both ends, designed for 100G high-speed links in data center and high-performance computing environments. The cable implements active transmitter and receiver modules at each end and uses multimode fiber to support 100GBASE-SR4 and similar short-reach protocols, providing low latency and consistent signal integrity across a 25 m channel.

Advantages

The cable offers a standardized QSFP28-to-QSFP28 connection compatible with MSA-compliant ports, enabling straightforward integration with switches, routers and storage systems that support QSFP28 active optical cables. Its active design compensates for signal attenuation over multimode fiber, ensuring reliable 100 Gbit/s throughput over the full 25 m length. The fixed 25 m length and factory-terminated connectors reduce on-site installation time and the need for additional transceivers or patching hardware.

Suitable for

• Interconnects between 100G QSFP28 ports in data center racks and switch-to-switch links
• High-performance computing clusters requiring low-latency 100G links
• Storage area network connections and aggregation layers supporting 100GBASE-SR4

Key specifications

• Length: 25 meters
• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Data rate: up to 100 Gbit/s
• Signal medium: multimode fiber with active optical transceivers integrated in cable ends
• Supported protocols: 100GBASE-SR4, Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet in short-reach applications

How to use

Connect each QSFP28 plug to the corresponding QSFP28 port on networking equipment. Ensure both ports support 100G AOC modules and that firmware or hardware compatibility is satisfied on switches or servers. Route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical stress; the integrated active modules draw power from the host ports and operate automatically when properly seated. No separate transceivers or external power supply are required.

Recommendations

Verify port compatibility and vendor support for third-party AOC modules when deploying in production environments. Maintain bend radius guidelines and secure the cable to prevent strain on the connectors. For mission-critical links, test the cable in a lab or request a sample to confirm end-to-end performance before large-scale deployment.