InfiniBand Active Optical Cable CBO QSFP-AOC-10M-VA-BO — 10 m, QSFP+ to QSFP+

The InfiniBand Active Optical Cable CBO QSFP-AOC-10M-VA-BO is a 10 m QSFP+ to QSFP+ active optical link designed for high-speed data connections between switches, servers and storage in data centers and high-performance computing environments. The cable integrates electrical-to-optical transceivers in the connector housings, enabling longer reach than copper while maintaining low latency and immunity to electromagnetic interference. It is intended for short- to mid-range interconnects that require stable, high-bandwidth transmission over a 10 metre span.

Advantages

The active optical construction provides optical signal transmission without separate transceivers, reducing insertion points and simplifying installation. Low latency performance and reduced susceptibility to EMI make the cable suitable for sensitive, time-critical workloads. The QSFP+ to QSFP+ form factor supports common InfiniBand and Ethernet equipment interfaces and enables high aggregate throughput with compact cable routing. The 10 m length offers flexibility for rack-to-rack or within-rack connections where copper is impractical due to reach or electrical noise.

Suitable for

• Rack-to-rack and within-rack high-speed links in data centers
• Interconnects between InfiniBand switches and host channel adapters
• Connections between servers and storage arrays requiring low latency
• High-performance computing clusters and parallel processing nodes

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP+ to QSFP+
• Length: 10 metres
• Transmission medium: active optical cable with embedded transceivers
• Supported interfaces: InfiniBand and QSFP+ compatible networks
• Performance: designed for high-bandwidth, low-latency links (suitable for 40 Gbps-class QSFP+ applications)
• Immunity: reduced electromagnetic interference compared to copper cables

How to use

Install the QSFP+ connectors into compatible QSFP+ ports on switches, host channel adapters or storage controllers, ensuring ports are powered and configured per device requirements. Handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid tight bends or excessive pulling on the fiber portion. The active optical ends perform electrical-to-optical conversion automatically; no additional transceiver modules are required. After insertion, verify link status on connected equipment and confirm negotiated speed and lane configuration according to the host and switch documentation.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable to prevent sharp bends and mechanical stress, keep connectors clean and capped when not in use, and ensure firmware and driver compatibility on connected devices to support QSFP+ active optical links. Use in environments where EMI immunity and a 10 m reach are required; avoid exposure to fluids and extreme temperatures beyond equipment specifications.