BlueOptics 100G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-0301-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 3 m QSFP28 Aqua

The BlueOptics 100G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-0301-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable is a 3 m active optical cable with QSFP28 connectors on both ends and an Aqua jacket. Designed for high-speed short-reach links, this QSFP28-to-QSFP28 AOC supports 100G data transmission over multimode fiber and follows MSA-compliant QSFP28 electrical and mechanical specifications. The pre-assembled cable integrates optical transceivers and provides a plug-and-play connection for switches, routers and storage systems that accept QSFP28 AOCs.

Advantages

The integrated transmitter and receiver modules on each end enable simultaneous send and receive operations and remove the need for separate transceiver modules and patching. Being an active optical cable, it is immune to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and offers lower latency and higher bandwidth density compared with equivalent copper solutions. The Aqua-colored multimode assembly is factory-terminated and tested for interoperability and digital diagnostics support, facilitating remote monitoring of link parameters where supported by host hardware.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 100G links in data centers and server rooms
• Interconnects between QSFP28-capable switches and routers
• High-performance storage area network (SAN) connections
• Low-latency compute cluster and InfiniBand-style deployments

Key specifications

• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with integrated transceivers
• Connector type: QSFP28 to QSFP28
• Length: 3 m
• Interface standard: QSFP28 AOC (MSA-compliant)
• Supported link rate: up to 100 Gbps
• Fiber type: multimode fiber (Aqua jacket)
• Diagnostics: Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM/DOM) support when host hardware provides it
• EMI immunity: inherent due to optical transmission

How to use

Ensure both network devices have QSFP28 AOC-compatible ports and that the host firmware or drivers allow use of third-party AOCs. Insert each QSFP28 connector into the corresponding port until it latches, taking care to align the connector properly. If the host supports Digital Diagnostic Monitoring, verify that DDM/DOM readings are available to monitor supply voltage, temperature, laser bias and optical power. No additional transceivers or patch cords are required; handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid tight bends beyond the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius.

Recommendations

Install and remove the cable with the connected equipment powered down if possible, or follow your equipment vendor’s hot-plug procedures. Maintain the multimode fiber cleanliness at the connector interfaces and avoid kinking or excessive tension. Confirm compatibility and DDM/DOM support with the target hardware during initial deployment and consider requesting a test sample for verification in mixed-vendor environments.