AOC Cable CBO QSFP-100G-AOC-10M 10m QSFP+ to QSFP+ Active Optical Cable, 10 m

AOC Cable CBO QSFP-100G-AOC-10M is a 10‑meter Active Optical Cable that connects two QSFP+ ports to deliver native 100G links. The cable integrates optical transceivers and a QSFP+ connector on each end, providing a single-cable solution for short‑reach high‑speed interconnects. Designed for use in dense networking environments, this AOC reduces power consumption and heat generation compared with equivalent copper direct-attach assemblies while maintaining low latency and consistent signal integrity over the 10 m span.

Advantages

The Active Optical Cable offers plug-and-play connectivity without separate transceiver modules, simplifying installation and inventory. Its optical construction provides immunity to electromagnetic interference and supports energy-efficient operation at 100G data rates. At 10 meters length the cable enables flexible rack-to-rack or within-rack connections while reducing heat output in equipment racks.

Suitable for

• Data center switch-to-switch links at 100G
• Server-to-switch connections in high-density racks
• Rack-to-rack cabling where 10 m reach is required
• High-performance computing and storage interconnects

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP+ to QSFP+
• Data rate: 100 Gbit/s
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (integrated optical transceivers)
• Length: 10 meters
• Latency: low, suitable for latency-sensitive applications
• Compatibility: QSFP-compatible ports on switches, routers and NICs
• EMI immunity: optical transmission reduces electromagnetic interference issues

How to use

Install the AOC by inserting each QSFP+ connector into the corresponding QSFP+ port on networking equipment until the latch engages. No separate transceivers or configuration changes are required in most environments; the connected devices typically detect the link automatically. Ensure both ends are securely seated and avoid tight bends or kinks in the optical cable to maintain signal integrity. Power down devices only if recommended by the equipment vendor before insertion or removal in live environments.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable along rack pathways or cable trays to avoid stress on the connectors and maintain minimum bend radius. Verify compatibility with the host device vendor’s QSFP+ ports if device-specific interoperability lists are used. Use AOC solutions for short-reach links up to 10 m; for longer runs consider fiber transceivers and patch cabling.