InfiniBand/fibre optic cable BlueOptics 100G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-1001-BO 10 m QSFP28 Aqua

The BlueOptics 100G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-1001-BO is a 10 m active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP28 male connectors on both ends, designed for 100G data transmission over multimode fiber. It supports 100GBASE-SR4 applications and carries integrated transmitter and receiver modules on each connector to transfer optical signals while complying with QSFP28 MSA interface specifications. The cable is supplied in aqua color and is intended for use in data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and network equipment that accept QSFP28 AOC modules.

Advantages

The cable offers a pre-assembled optical connection that eliminates patchcord handling and reduces insertion maintenance, providing immunity to electromagnetic interference and consistent optical performance across the 10 m link. Built to MSA QSFP28 AOC standards, it enables plug-and-play interoperability with hardware platforms that support QSFP28 active optical links. Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM/DOM) is available to report real-time parameters such as supply voltage, laser bias current, optical output/input power and temperature when supported by the host hardware.

Suitable for

• Interconnects between QSFP28 ports in data center switches and routers
• High-performance computing (HPC) cluster node connections
• Storage system uplinks and high-throughput server links
• Short-reach 100G Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) links up to 10 m

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP28 to QSFP28 (male)
• Length: 10 meters
• Data rate: up to 100 Gbps (100GBASE-SR4 supporting applications)
• Fiber type: multimode fiber (active optical cable)
• Form factor and compliance: QSFP28 AOC according to MSA specifications
• Diagnostics: Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM/DOM) support when host hardware provides access
• Color: aqua

How to use

Install the BlueOptics QSFP28 AOC by inserting each QSFP28 connector into the corresponding QSFP28 port on your devices while following the host equipment manufacturer’s hot-plug and handling guidelines. Confirm that the connected hardware supports 100GBASE-SR4 and QSFP28 AOC modules. If DDM/DOM data is required, enable or check diagnostics access in the host system to read status parameters. No field termination or fiber polishing is required because the cable is factory-assembled.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical strain; adhere to the minimum bend radius specified by the vendor and avoid repeated flexing near the connectors. Verify compatibility with your switch, router or storage vendor for QSFP28 AOC modules and confirm firmware or OS support for full functionality of diagnostics features.