BlueOptics OC40-QSFP-AOC-15M-C-BO InfiniBand Fibre Optic Cable 15m Male/Male

The BlueOptics OC40-QSFP-AOC-15M-C-BO InfiniBand Fibre Optic Cable 15m Male/Male is a 15‑metre active optical cable with QSFP male connectors on both ends. Designed for high‑speed data transmission in data centres and high‑performance computing environments, this cable uses multimode fibre with integrated transceivers to transmit optical signals while complying with MSA‑compatible QSFP form‑factor standards. It supports 40G class link applications over a 15 m reach and is intended for direct QSFP‑to‑QSFP connections between compatible devices.

Advantages

The cable provides a single‑assembly solution with integrated transmitter and receiver modules at each end, reducing the need for separate transceivers and patching. Its 15 m length balances reach and signal integrity for short to medium interconnects in rack and row deployments. The QSFP‑to‑QSFP interface facilitates straightforward connectivity between switches, routers, storage adapters and other QSFP‑equipped hardware that support MSA‑compatible AOC connections.

Suitable for

• Short‑reach interconnects in data centres and server rooms
• High‑performance computing clusters linking QSFP ports
• Switch‑to‑switch or switch‑to‑storage connections requiring up to 40G bandwidth
• Environments where an integrated AOC solution is preferred to separate transceivers and patch cords

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP male to QSFP male
• Cable type: Active optical cable (AOC) with multimode fibre and integrated transceivers
• Nominal length: 15 metres
• Supported link class: up to 40 Gbps
• Compatibility: MSA‑compatible QSFP form factor for direct QSFP‑to‑QSFP connections

How to use

Ensure both devices have QSFP ports that support MSA‑compatible AOC modules and that the target equipment supports the intended 40G application (Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet or similar high‑speed protocols). Power down or follow hot‑swap guidelines of your hardware when inserting or removing QSFP AOC modules if recommended by the device vendor. Insert each QSFP male connector firmly into the corresponding QSFP port until the latch engages and verify link LEDs or management interfaces to confirm successful connection.

Recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid tight bends close to the connectors; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for multimode AOC assemblies. Use this AOC for intra‑rack and inter‑rack links up to 15 m and verify compatibility with your hardware platform if vendor‑specific validation is required.