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AddOn 40G-QSFP-4SFP-AOC-1001-AO 40GBase-AOC QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ Active Optical Cable - 10m - 32. 8 ft - 850nm Multimode - TAA Compliant
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This active optical cable operates at a full 40 Gbit/s data transfer rate, supporting high-bandwidth applications like server clustering, storage area networks, and network aggregation. The QSFP+ end features a single male connector that plugs directly into compatible 40GbE ports, while the breakout end provides four independent SFP+ male connectors for 10GbE links.
The cable uses 850nm VCSEL technology over OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber, ensuring low latency and minimal signal loss across its 10-meter reach. Active electronics embedded in the cable housings regenerate the signal, maintaining performance without external power sources.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Fiber Optic Mode, Cable Length, Country of Origin, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This cable simplifies high-speed network deployments by integrating transceivers and fiber into a single, plug-and-play assembly. Its active design ensures consistent performance over the full cable length, reducing installation complexity and potential points of failure compared to passive solutions.
Breakout Flexibility
Enables efficient use of 40GbE switch ports by distributing bandwidth across four 10GbE SFP+ connections, ideal for connecting to servers or storage arrays.
- QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ configuration
- 40GbE to 4x10GbE conversion
- Maximizes port utilization
Compliance and Reliability
TAA compliance ensures eligibility for US government contracts, while lifetime warranty and US manufacturing provide long-term reliability and support.
- TAA Compliant
- Made in USA
- Lifetime warranty
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is engineered for data center environments where high-density 40GbE switching meets 10GbE server connectivity. It is commonly deployed in top-of-rack switching scenarios, connecting 40GbE switch uplinks to multiple 10GbE servers or storage devices within the same rack.
Enterprise network upgrades benefit from its plug-and-play installation, reducing cabling clutter and simplifying migrations from 10GbE to 40GbE infrastructure. The active optical design makes it suitable for longer reaches within data halls where copper DAC cables would be impractical.
Data Center Server Connectivity
Connect a 40GbE switch port to four 10GbE servers in the same rack, optimizing switch port usage and reducing cable management overhead.
Network Aggregation
Use as a breakout cable to aggregate multiple 10GbE links into a single 40GbE uplink, improving backbone throughput between network tiers.
Highlights
- 40 Gbit/s active optical cable for high-speed network connections
- QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ breakout configuration converts 40GbE to four 10GbE links
- 10-meter (32.8 ft) length with 850nm multimode fiber for short-reach applications
- Active electronics ensure signal integrity without external power
- TAA compliant for government and regulated procurement
- Manufactured in the United States
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Plug-and-play installation eliminates separate transceivers and patch cables
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AddOn |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 40GQSFP4SFPAOC1001AO |
| Brand Name | AddOn |
| Product Name | QSFP+/SFP+ Network Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | QSFP+/SFP+ |
| Fiber Optic Mode | Multi-mode |
| Cable Length | 32.8 ft (10 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | QSFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x QSFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP+ Network - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 4 x SFP+ Network - Male |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbit/s |
| Features | Active |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the difference between this active optical cable and a passive DAC?
This active optical cable contains embedded electronics that regenerate the signal, allowing for longer reaches (up to 10 meters) and better signal integrity compared to passive direct attach copper cables. Passive DACs are typically limited to shorter distances (up to 7 meters for 40GbE) and may experience more signal degradation over length.
Is this cable compatible with Brocade (now Extreme Networks) switches?
The product description indicates Brocade compatibility, but compatibility should always be verified against the specific switch model's qualified vendor list. This cable uses standard QSFP+ and SFP+ interfaces that are widely adopted across networking equipment from multiple vendors.
What type of fiber is used inside this AOC?
This cable uses multimode fiber optimized for 850nm wavelength transmission. It is designed for use with OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber infrastructure commonly found in data centers for short-reach applications up to 100 meters.
Does this cable support Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM)?
The product specifications do not indicate DOM/DDM support. Active optical cables typically provide basic link status through the host device's interface, but advanced monitoring features like temperature, voltage, and optical power readings may not be available without specific DOM capabilities listed in the specifications.
What is the maximum distance this cable can reliably support?
This cable is rated for 10 meters (32.8 feet) using 850nm multimode fiber. This reach is sufficient for most intra-rack and adjacent-rack connections in data center environments. For longer distances, different transceiver types or singlemode fiber solutions would be required.
Why is TAA compliance important for this network cable?
TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance ensures the product is manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or other designated countries, making it eligible for US government procurement. This is crucial for contractors working on federal projects or organizations with regulatory requirements specifying TAA-compliant products.
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