AOC CBO OC40-QSFP-AOC-30M-C 30m QSFP active optical cable for network connections

The AOC CBO OC40-QSFP-AOC-30M-C 30m QSFP active optical cable is a factory-assembled fiber-optic link with QSFP connectors at both ends, designed to provide a fixed 30‑meter high-speed connection between compatible QSFP ports. It transmits data optically over a single, lightweight cable assembly that integrates optical transceivers, eliminating the need for separate hot-pluggable transceiver modules and simplifying physical layer deployment in rack and data center environments.

Advantages

This active optical cable offers low latency optical transmission with immunity to electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for noisy electrical environments. The integrated QSFP connectors and fixed length reduce installation time and the risk of mismatch between transceivers and ports. Its lightweight, small-diameter construction eases cable management in dense rack layouts and helps maintain signal integrity over the full 30 m distance without external transceivers.

Suitable for

• Switch-to-switch high-speed uplinks within data centers
• Server-to-switch connections where optical links are preferred
• Inter-rack connections requiring a fixed 30 m reach
• Environments with strong EMI where copper cabling is unreliable

Key specifications

• Cable type: active optical cable (AOC) with integrated transceivers
• Connector type: QSFP on both ends for QSFP-compatible ports
• Length: 30 meters fixed
• Transmission: optical fiber for high-speed data links
• Latency: low-latency optical signaling suitable for network backbones
• EMI performance: immune to electromagnetic interference
• Physical: lightweight, small-diameter fiber assembly for dense cabling

How to use

Connect each QSFP connector to a corresponding QSFP port on network devices, ensuring ports support the cable’s data rate and QSFP form factor. Route the cable through rack openings or cable management channels, avoiding tight bends and excessive tension. Because the optical transceivers are integrated, no separate module installation or module configuration is required; once seated in the QSFP ports, the devices should detect the link according to their standard port management and SFP/QSFP handling procedures.

Recommendations

Verify compatibility of QSFP port type and supported speeds on both devices before installation. Maintain the minimum bend radius specified by the manufacturer and avoid kinks. For best results in dense installations, label both ends and secure the cable to cable management panels to prevent movement; handle connectors by the housing to avoid contaminating optical interfaces.