BlueOptics MFA1A00-E002-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 2 m QSFP28 Orange

The BlueOptics MFA1A00-E002-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 2 m QSFP28 Orange is a 2-metre active optical cable with QSFP28 male-to-male connectors designed for high-speed links in data centre and networking environments. It implements the 100GBASE-SR4 multi-mode optical interface with integrated transmitter and receiver modules at each end to carry optical signals over multi-mode fibre. The cable is compatible with equipment that accepts QSFP28 SR4 AOC connections and is intended for short-reach, high-bandwidth interconnects between switches, routers, storage systems and network interface cards that support the QSFP28 form factor.

Advantages

This BlueOptics 2 m QSFP28 active optical cable provides a compact, pre-terminated solution that removes the need for separate transceivers and patch cords while maintaining 100 Gb/s aggregated throughput on supported ports. The integrated transceiver electronics ensure protocol-aware transmission for Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet and SDH/SONET applications up to 100G. The fixed-length orange jacket and QSFP28 connectors simplify cable management and reduce insertion complexity during installation in dense rack environments.

Suitable for

• High-speed switch-to-switch connections in data centres
• Short-reach server or storage interconnects requiring 100G bandwidth
• Aggregation links between routers and top-of-rack switches
• Environments using InfiniBand or Fibre Channel over Ethernet where QSFP28 SR4 AOC is supported

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP28 to QSFP28, male-to-male
• Length: 2 metres
• Optical interface: 100GBASE-SR4 over multi-mode fibre
• Data rate: up to 100 Gbit/s aggregated
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with integrated transmitter and receiver modules
• Jacket colour: orange for easy identification

How to use

Connect each QSFP28 plug to the corresponding QSFP28 port on the devices to be linked, ensuring ports support 100GBASE-SR4 or compatible QSFP28 AOC operation. No additional transceivers or patch cords are required; the cable’s integrated optics handle signal conversion. After insertion, verify link status and negotiated speed on the connected devices and follow device vendor guidance for port configuration and error monitoring.

Recommendations

Install the cable in a rack environment with appropriate bend radius control and avoid tight bends or excess strain on the connectors. Use the 2 m length for short-reach connections within a rack or between adjacent racks. Confirm compatibility with the specific network hardware and firmware versions to ensure full support for 100G SR4 AOC operation.