CBO QSFP to 4×SFP+ Optical Breakout Cable 40 Gbit/s, Blue, 5 m (470-AAXH-BL)

The CBO QSFP to 4×SFP+ Optical Breakout Cable 40 Gbit/s, Blue, 5 m is a pre-terminated multimode fiber assembly designed to aggregate four 10 Gbit/s SFP+ links into a single 40 Gbit/s QSFP interface. The 5 m BlueOptics cable is intended for short-reach high-density environments where a compact, low-loss connection between QSFP ports and multiple SFP+ ports is required. It simplifies deployment by eliminating field termination and reducing connector-related signal loss while supporting high-speed data transmission in switches, servers and storage systems.

Advantages

The breakout cable delivers aggregated 40 Gbit/s throughput with four independent 10 Gbit/s SFP+ channels, enabling efficient utilization of a QSFP port. As a factory-terminated assembly it reduces installation time and the risk of incorrect terminations. The integrated breakout design minimizes connector count, reduces insertion loss compared with separate patch cords, and provides a neat, space-saving cabling solution for rack-to-rack and short-distance backbone links.

Suitable for

• Connecting a single QSFP port to multiple SFP+ ports in switches and routers
• High-density top-of-rack and leaf-spine data center deployments
• Interconnections between servers and storage arrays within the same rack or adjacent racks
• Short-reach backbone links and patching in telecom and enterprise networks

Key specifications

• Aggregate data rate: 40 Gbit/s (4 × 10 Gbit/s)
• Connector types: QSFP to 4 × SFP+
• Fiber type: multimode fiber suitable for short-distance links
• Cable length: 5 m
• Cable color: blue
• Pre-terminated factory assembly for plug-and-play installation

How to use

Install the cable by plugging the QSFP connector into the 40 Gbit/s QSFP port on the network device and inserting each of the four SFP+ connectors into the corresponding 10 Gbit/s SFP+ ports on the target devices. Ensure both ends are fully seated and that connected devices support breakout or channelization from QSFP to SFP+ as required. Route the cable to avoid tight bends and protect connectors from physical stress. No field termination is necessary; simply verify link status and configure the network interfaces on connected equipment.

Recommendations

Use this cable for short-distance, high-density interconnects where a single QSFP port needs to be split into multiple SFP+ channels. Verify device compatibility for QSFP-to-SFP+ breakout functionality and maintain bend radius and connector cleanliness for optimal signal performance.