BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-EE-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 30m QSFP28 Male/Male

The BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-EE-BO is a 30-meter active optical cable designed for InfiniBand environments with QSFP28 male-to-male connectors. It provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity suitable for data centre interconnects and high-performance computing clusters. The 30 m length offers flexible routing between racks or network equipment while maintaining signal integrity through optical transmission.

Advantages

This QSFP28 AOC delivers data rates compatible with InfiniBand standards, providing reliable high-throughput links with reduced electromagnetic interference compared to copper alternatives. The integrated optics reduce the need for transceivers at each end, simplifying installation and lowering power consumption at endpoints. The male-to-male QSFP28 connector configuration ensures direct compatibility with QSFP28 ports on switches, adapters and servers designed for 100 Gb/s class interconnects.

Suitable for

• Rack-to-rack connections in data centres
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters and supercomputing nodes
• Switch-to-switch and switch-to-server links requiring InfiniBand QSFP28 interfaces
• Environments needing low-latency, high-bandwidth optical links

Key specifications

• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) for InfiniBand
• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Length: 30 metres
• Data rate: Suitable for 100 Gb/s class InfiniBand links (QSFP28)
• Transmission medium: Multi-mode optical fibre with integrated transceivers
• Latency: Low-latency optical transmission appropriate for HPC and data centre use

How to use

Ensure both endpoints have compatible QSFP28 ports and that power to equipment is managed according to your data centre procedures before installation. Align and insert the QSFP28 connectors into the respective ports until they click into place. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and mechanical stress; maintain the minimum bend radius recommended for optical assemblies. Monitor link status indicators on connected devices to confirm a successful link and negotiate appropriate data rates as supported by the hardware.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, install the cable in cooled, dust-controlled rack environments and avoid running AOCs alongside high-power electrical wiring. Verify compatibility with host adapters and switches prior to deployment, and handle connectors with care to prevent contamination—clean endfaces if necessary using appropriate optical cleaning tools.