Active Optical InfiniBand Cable CBO QSFP-AOC-30M-LS-BO 30 m QSFP transceiver to QSFP

Active Optical InfiniBand Cable CBO QSFP-AOC-30M-LS-BO is a 30-meter QSFP-to-QSFP active optical cable designed for high-speed data center and high-performance computing interconnects. The cable integrates QSFP form-factor transceivers at each end, delivering optical links over a 30 m reach without separate plug-in modules. It is intended for use where low-latency, high-bandwidth connections are required and where reducing copper cabling and external transceivers simplifies rack and system layouts.

Advantages

This active optical cable provides reliable optical transmission over a medium-reach distance while maintaining the compact QSFP connector form factor. By combining transceiver and fiber in a single assembly it reduces installation time and minimizes points of failure compared with separate transceivers plus fiber. The integrated design lowers cabling bulk in dense rack environments and supports standard QSFP interfaces commonly used in InfiniBand networks and compatible networking equipment.

Suitable for

• Server-to-switch connections in data centers and HPC clusters
• Switch-to-switch uplinks and fabric interconnects
• Appliance-to-switch links for storage and compute appliances
• Short- to medium-reach optical replacements for copper QSFP cables

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP form-factor at both ends
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with integrated optical transceivers
• Nominal link length: 30 meters
• Compatibility: Designed for InfiniBand and QSFP-compatible ports
• Application: High-speed data center and HPC interconnects requiring low latency

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each QSFP connector into the corresponding QSFP port on the devices to be linked, ensuring the connector latch engages securely. No separate optical transceivers are required because the cable contains integrated QSFP modules. Verify link status via the host system or switch management interface and follow any vendor-specific steps for port enabling or speed negotiation. For removal, release the latch mechanism and withdraw the connector straight out to avoid stressing the cable assembly.

Recommendations

Route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical strain; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for AOC assemblies. Use the 30 m length where medium-reach optical connectivity is required inside and between racks, and ensure connected devices support QSFP interfaces and the InfiniBand protocol or compatible Ethernet/QSFP modes as applicable.