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Axiom AOCQS40G3M-AX 40GBASE-AOC QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ Active Optical Cable - Arista Compatible - 3m - 9. 8 ft Fiber Optic Network Cable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This active optical cable operates at 40 gigabits per second, supporting high-bandwidth applications in data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing environments. The fiber optic construction ensures minimal signal attenuation and electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for installations where electrical noise is a concern.
The cable is hot-pluggable and designed for use with standard QSFP+ and SFP+ ports. It requires no external power source as the active components are powered directly through the network ports. The 3-meter length provides practical reach for rack-to-rack or within-rack connections while maintaining signal quality.
Key Product Advantages
This AOC cable offers several advantages for network deployments requiring high-speed interconnects with reliable performance and flexible connectivity options.
Active Optical Technology
AOT provides superior signal integrity over distance compared to passive copper cables, with lower latency and better resistance to electromagnetic interference.
- Electrical-to-optical conversion at each end
- Lower signal attenuation
- Reduced EMI susceptibility
Breakout Connectivity
The QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ configuration enables efficient aggregation of multiple 10GbE links into a single 40GbE uplink, optimizing port utilization and simplifying cabling.
- QSFP+ 40GbE to SFP+ 10GbE breakout
- Port aggregation capability
- Flexible network design options
Arista Compatibility
Designed and tested for compatibility with Arista networking equipment, ensuring reliable performance in Arista-based network environments.
- Tested with Arista platforms
- Reliable interoperability
- Network deployment confidence
Deployment / Use Cases
This active optical cable is ideal for various network deployment scenarios where high-speed, reliable interconnects are required between different form factor ports.
In data center environments, it can connect 40GbE QSFP+ switch ports to servers or storage arrays with 10GbE SFP+ interfaces, enabling efficient bandwidth utilization. For network aggregation, it allows a single 40GbE uplink to distribute traffic across multiple 10GbE links, simplifying network architecture while maintaining high throughput.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect top-of-rack switches with 40GbE QSFP+ ports to servers or storage with 10GbE SFP+ ports, providing high-bandwidth connectivity for virtualized environments and storage networks.
Network Aggregation
Aggregate multiple 10GbE links into a single 40GbE uplink for efficient bandwidth management and reduced port count requirements on core networking equipment.
Highlights
- 40 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-bandwidth applications
- QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ breakout configuration for flexible connectivity
- 3-meter (9.8-foot) fiber optic cable length
- Active Optical Technology (AOT) for superior signal integrity
- Arista compatible for reliable network deployment
- Hot-pluggable design for easy installation and maintenance
- Fiber optic construction reduces EMI susceptibility
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AOCQS40G3M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 40GBASE-AOC QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ Active Optical Cable Arista Compatible, 3m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Cable Length | 9.8 ft |
| 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 Optical Technology (AOT) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the difference between this active optical cable and a passive DAC cable?
This Axiom cable uses Active Optical Technology (AOT), which converts electrical signals to optical signals at each end, providing better signal integrity over longer distances and lower susceptibility to electromagnetic interference compared to passive Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables. While passive DAC cables are typically limited to shorter distances (usually under 5 meters), this active optical cable maintains signal quality at its 3-meter length and could support longer distances in active optical implementations.
What networking equipment is this cable compatible with?
This cable is specifically noted as Arista compatible, meaning it has been tested and verified to work with Arista networking equipment featuring QSFP+ and SFP+ ports. It should also work with other standard QSFP+ and SFP+ ports from various manufacturers, but for guaranteed performance in Arista environments, this compatibility assurance provides deployment confidence. The cable supports network devices with the appropriate QSFP+ and SFP+ interfaces.
How does the QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ configuration work?
This breakout configuration allows a single 40GbE QSFP+ port to connect to four separate 10GbE SFP+ ports. The QSFP+ end aggregates four 10GbE lanes into a single 40GbE connection, while the other end breaks out into four individual SFP+ connectors, each capable of 10GbE throughput. This enables efficient port utilization by allowing one 40GbE port to serve multiple 10GbE connections, useful for network aggregation scenarios or connecting to multiple devices from a single high-speed port.
Does this cable require external power or configuration?
No external power source is required for this active optical cable. The active components are powered directly through the network ports via the QSFP+ and SFP+ interfaces. The cable is hot-pluggable and requires no special configuration - it operates as a standard physical layer connection between compatible ports. The Active Optical Technology is transparent to the networking equipment, appearing as a standard cable connection while providing the benefits of optical signal transmission.
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