BlueOptics QSFP28 a 4x SFP28 Active Optical Cable 10m (32,8ft) Breakout AOC

The BlueOptics QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a high-performance breakout cable designed for data center and high-performance computing environments. It provides a cost-effective and reliable solution for connecting 100 Gbps QSFP28 ports to four 25 Gbps SFP28 ports over a distance of 10 meters (32.8 feet). This plug-and-play cable eliminates the need for separate transceivers and fiber patch cables, simplifying deployment and reducing cable management complexity.

Advantages

This breakout AOC offers significant advantages over traditional transceiver and fiber solutions. It reduces the number of components, lowers total cost of ownership, and minimizes power consumption. The cable is hot-pluggable and supports IEEE 802.3bm (100GBASE-SR4) and IEEE 802.3by (25GBASE-SR) standards, ensuring interoperability with standard networking equipment. The LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket material enhances safety in confined spaces.

Suitable for

• Data center interconnects (ToR to server)
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Network aggregation and core switching
• Enterprise network upgrades to 100G/25G

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Connector A: QSFP28
• Connector B: 4x SFP28
• Cable Length: 10 m (32.8 ft)
• Data Rate (End A): 100 Gbps
• Data Rate (End B): 4x 25 Gbps
• Fiber Type: Multimode Fiber (MMF)
• Protocol Support: IEEE 802.3bm, IEEE 802.3by
• MSA Compliance: QSFP28 MSA (SFF-8665), SFP28 MSA (SFF-8402)
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Power Consumption: < 3.5W (QSFP28), < 1W per SFP28
• Voltage Supply: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• Jacket Material: LSZH

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure that both the QSFP28 and SFP28 ports are compatible with the cable's specifications. This cable is ideal for short-reach breakout applications within racks or between adjacent racks. Always handle the cable with care to avoid damaging the optical connectors.