BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-PS-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 30m QSFP28 Aqua

The BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-PS-BO is a 30 metre Active Optical Cable (AOC) with QSFP28 male connectors on both ends, designed for 100G data transmission over multimode fiber. Engineered to follow QSFP28 / 100GBASE-SR4 MSA specifications, this Aqua-coloured AOC integrates optical transmitters and receivers in each connector to deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency links for data center switching, routing and storage interconnects.

Advantages

This BlueOptics AOC provides factory-terminated, plug-and-play optical connectivity that removes the need for field splicing or patchcord assemblies, reducing insertion loss and cleaning requirements. The cable supports 100 Gbps bi-directional transmission with low latency and resistance to electromagnetic interference. Manufactured to MSA guidelines and populated with quality laser and IC components, the cable is designed for long operational life and consistent performance in enterprise and carrier environments.

Suitable for

• High-density data centre switch-to-switch connections
• Server-to-switch and storage system interconnects
• High-performance computing clusters and InfiniBand fabrics
• Short-reach 100G Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet links up to 30 m

Key specifications

• Length: 30 metres
• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Data rate: up to 100 Gbps (100GBASE-SR4 compatible)
• Optical type: Active Optical Cable using multimode fiber
• Colour: Aqua
• Compliance: QSFP28 / MSA physical and functional compliance; DDM/DOM support for digital diagnostics
• Designed for indoor data centre use and short-reach links

How to use

Install the BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-PS-BO by aligning and inserting the QSFP28 connectors into compatible QSFP28 ports on switches, routers, servers or storage devices while the equipment is powered down or following the device vendor’s hot-plug guidance. Ensure ports and cages are free of debris before connection. If the host hardware supports digital diagnostics (DDM/DOM), the cable will provide real-time telemetry such as supply voltage, laser bias, transmit output power, receive input power and temperature through the management interface.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable to avoid tight bends and excessive mechanical stress; observe the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius. Verify that connected devices officially support QSFP28 AOC modules and, when applicable, enable or check DDM/DOM support in the host system for monitoring. For deployments in dense racks, label both ends to simplify maintenance and consider a sample test in your specific hardware to confirm compatibility before large-scale rollout.