BlueOptics InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 1 m QSFP28 Aqua colour

The BlueOptics InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 1 m QSFP28 Aqua colour is a 1-meter active optical cable with QSFP28 connectors in a male-to-male configuration, designed for 100G high-speed optical links in data centers and networking equipment. Compliant with MSA QSFP28 form-factor expectations, this aqua-coloured Active Optical Cable (AOC) integrates transmitter and receiver modules on each end to support short-reach multimode fibre transmission protocols such as 100GBASE-SR4. The pre-assembled AOC eliminates field terminations and patching for a ready-to-use fibre connection between compatible QSFP28 ports.

Advantages

The cable supports up to 100 Gbps over a 1 m multimode optical link and uses integrated optical transceivers at both ends to enable high-bandwidth, low-latency connections with immunity to electromagnetic interference. Built to industry MSA guidelines and using high-quality optical components, the AOC provides predictable optical performance, reduced insertion points compared with separate transceivers and patch cords, and simplified deployment in switches, routers and storage systems that accept QSFP28 AOCs. The aqua jacket provides visual identification in dense cabling environments.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 100G links between QSFP28 ports in switches and routers
• High-performance computing and InfiniBand connections requiring QSFP28 form factor
• Server and storage interconnects in data centers using multimode fibre

Key specifications

• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with QSFP28 to QSFP28 connectors
• Length: 1 metre
• Supported data rate: up to 100 Gbps
• Optical reach: designed for short-reach multimode fibre (SR4-type applications)
• Connector gender: male to male
• Cable colour: aqua
• Digital diagnostics: supports DDM/DOM monitoring when host hardware provides support

How to use

Install the BlueOptics QSFP28 AOC by inserting each QSFP28 connector into compatible QSFP28 ports on networking equipment, ensuring correct seating and that the host devices support QSFP28 AOCs and any required DDM/DOM functions. No fibre patching or termination is required; handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid sharp bends near the cable ends. Verify link status and speed through the host device management interface after installation.

Recommendations

Use this 1 m QSFP28 AOC for short intra-rack or adjacent-rack connections where multimode SR4 optical links and 100G bandwidth are required. Confirm host compatibility with QSFP28 AOCs and enable DDM/DOM monitoring in supported systems to access real-time diagnostic data for remote maintenance.