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Axiom QSFP-100G-AOC25M-AX 100GBASE-AOC QSFP28 Active Optical Cable - Cisco Compatible - 25m - 82 ft Fiber Optic - 100 Gbit/s
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Technical Overview
This active optical cable operates at 100 Gbit/s, leveraging fiber optic media to maintain signal integrity across its 25-meter length. The QSFP28 connectors are hot-pluggable, supporting easy installation and maintenance without network downtime.
The cable uses Active Optical Technology (AOT), which incorporates electronics within the connectors to boost and manage the optical signal. This design reduces power consumption and heat generation compared to some alternative solutions while ensuring consistent performance.
Key Product Advantages
This AOC offers several advantages for modern network infrastructure. Its active optical design provides longer reach and better signal quality than passive copper cables, while maintaining flexibility for routing in dense environments.
High-Speed Connectivity
Delivers full 100 Gbit/s bandwidth with low latency, supporting data-intensive applications like cloud computing, storage networking, and high-performance computing.
- 100 Gbit/s throughput
- Low-latency fiber optic link
- Ideal for 100GbE networks
Reliable Performance
Active Optical Technology ensures consistent signal strength over the entire 25-meter distance, reducing errors and retransmissions in network traffic.
- Active signal management
- Reduced signal degradation
- Stable connection quality
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is designed for connecting network devices in data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing environments. Its 25-meter reach makes it suitable for connections within racks, between adjacent racks, or across moderate distances in server rooms.
Common applications include linking top-of-rack switches to servers, connecting spine and leaf switches in fabric architectures, and establishing high-speed links between storage arrays and servers. The Cisco compatibility ensures it works with a wide range of Cisco networking equipment, though it may also function with other vendors' QSFP28 ports.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect switches and servers within and between racks to build scalable, high-bandwidth network fabrics.
- Rack-to-rack connectivity
- Switch-to-server links
- Fabric architecture support
Enterprise Backbone
Establish high-speed trunks between core switches or routers to handle aggregated traffic from multiple network segments.
- Core network links
- Aggregation layer connectivity
- High-bandwidth backbone
Highlights
- 100 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed networking
- 25-meter (82 ft) fiber optic active optical cable
- QSFP28 connectors on both ends for easy integration
- Cisco compatible for use with Cisco networking equipment
- Active Optical Technology (AOT) for reliable signal integrity
- Flexible fiber optic construction for easy routing
- Hot-pluggable design for maintenance without downtime
- Ideal for data center and enterprise network deployments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QSFP-100G-AOC25M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 100GBASE-AOC QSFP28 Active Optical Cable Cisco Compatible 25m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Cable Length | 82 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | QSFP28 Network |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x QSFP28 Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | QSFP28 Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x QSFP28 Network |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbit/s |
| Features | Flexible,Active Optical Technology (AOT) |
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this Axiom active optical cable?
This Axiom QSFP28 active optical cable supports a maximum data transfer rate of 100 Gbit/s. It is designed for 100 Gigabit Ethernet networks, providing full bandwidth for high-speed data center and enterprise applications.
What is the cable length, and is it suitable for rack-to-rack connections?
The cable length is 25 meters (82 feet). This reach is ideal for rack-to-rack connections within data centers, as well as for connecting devices within the same rack or across moderate distances in server rooms.
What type of connectors does this cable use, and are they hot-pluggable?
This cable uses QSFP28 network connectors on both ends. These connectors are hot-pluggable, allowing for installation or removal without powering down the connected network devices, which minimizes disruption.
Is this cable compatible with Cisco networking equipment?
Yes, this Axiom active optical cable is Cisco compatible. It is designed to work with Cisco switches, routers, and other network devices that have QSFP28 ports, though compatibility should be verified with specific device models.
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