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

The BlueOptics Q28-AOC-30M-SS-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable is a 30-meter active optical cable with QSFP28 male-to-male connectors designed for high-speed interconnects in data centers and high-performance computing environments. This cable supports low-latency, high-bandwidth links between switches, servers and storage systems where reliable, long-reach optical connections are required.

Advantages

This QSFP28 InfiniBand cable provides a stable optical link that reduces electromagnetic interference and heat compared with equivalent copper solutions. The 30 m length offers flexible routing in rack and row topologies while preserving full data throughput suitable for demanding applications. The use of QSFP28 male connectors ensures compatibility with ports designed for 100Gb/s-class interconnects that accept QSFP28 form factor links.

Suitable for

• Connecting top-of-rack and leaf switches to spine switches in data center networks
• Linking compute nodes and servers in high-performance computing clusters
• Interconnects between storage arrays and network fabrics requiring low-latency links
• Upgrading existing InfiniBand fabrics to higher-bandwidth optical connections

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Cable type: Active optical cable (fibre optic)
• Length: 30 meters
• Designed for: InfiniBand high-speed interconnects
• Signal characteristics: Low-latency, high-bandwidth optical transmission
• Operating environment: Data center and server room deployment

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each QSFP28 male connector into the corresponding QSFP28 port on the networking equipment until it seats securely. Ensure both ends are connected to compatible ports that support QSFP28 optical links. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and mechanical stress; maintain the minimum bend radius recommended by the equipment manufacturer. After installation, verify link status and data throughput using the host or switch management interface.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, keep the cable runs within the 30 m length and avoid excessive bending or compression. Use this active optical cable in temperature-controlled data center environments, and verify port compatibility for QSFP28-form-factor optical links before deployment.