BlueOptics MC2210310-007-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 7 m QSFP

The BlueOptics MC2210310-007-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 7 m QSFP is a 7-meter active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP connectors on both ends. Engineered for high-throughput links in data centers and network racks, this AOC uses multimode fiber with integrated transmitter and receiver modules at each end to enable reliable optical transmission. It follows QSFP/MSA form-factor compatibility and supports 40G applications over short-reach multimode links, offering a fixed-length, factory-terminated solution for direct QSFP-to-QSFP connections.

Advantages

This 7 m QSFP AOC provides a low-latency, low-power alternative to separate transceivers and patch cords by combining optical transceivers and fiber into a single assembly. The pre-terminated design eliminates field terminations and reduces installation time, while the integrated optics ensure consistent signal quality and interoperability with QSFP ports that accept MSA-compliant active optical cables. Its multimode optical path is optimized for 40GBASE-SR4 and similar short-range protocols, making it suitable for dense rack and row connectivity.

Suitable for

• High-speed server-to-switch and switch-to-switch connections inside racks or across adjacent racks
• 40G Ethernet and InfiniBand short-reach links in data centers
• Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and SDH/SONET applications requiring optical 40G links
• Environments where pre-terminated, low-power QSFP AOC solutions simplify deployment and maintenance

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP to QSFP (male/male)
• Length: 7 meters
• Technology: Active Optical Cable with integrated Tx/Rx modules
• Fiber type: Multimode fiber
• Supported link rates: up to 40 Gbps aggregate (40GBASE-SR4 compatible)
• Form factor compatibility: QSFP/MSA compliant

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each QSFP connector into the corresponding QSFP port on network equipment until the latch engages. No separate transceivers or fiber terminations are required. Ensure devices support active QSFP AOC modules and are configured for the intended 40G protocol. After connection, check link status indicators on both endpoints and monitor the link through device management interfaces to verify correct operation. Handle the cable by the connectors and avoid tight bends; observe the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius to maintain optical performance.

Recommendations

Use the cable within rack and short row distances where multimode 40G links are required. Verify compatibility with your QSFP ports and firmware; update device firmware if necessary to ensure recognition of active AOC modules. Avoid repeated flexing near the connector ends and keep the cable free from kinks. For inventory and large deployments, test a sample link before wide rollout to confirm interoperability with your specific hardware platforms.