The GLOBALfiber Q40G-AOC is a 40G active optical cable with integrated QSFP+ modules for connections between network devices in racks and data centres. Selectable cable lengths range from 1 to 15 metres, allowing the assembly to match the planned cable route.
Available coding and compatibility
Coding options: Arista, Cisco, Custom, Dell, Extreme, Generic, Huawei, Juniper, NVIDIA-Mellanox(ETH).
Provide the equipment model, port configuration and software version for a compatibility check. For other coding requirements, contact salg@globalfiber.no. Ethernet coding does not confirm InfiniBand support.
Key specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product number |
Q40G-AOC |
| Cable type |
Active optical cable (AOC) |
| Capacity |
40 Gbps |
| Applications |
40G Ethernet; Fibre Channel; InfiniBand QDR/DDR/SDR, subject to host support and coding |
| Cable length |
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 m; select the required length |
| Connector configuration |
QSFP+ to QSFP+ |
| Jacket |
OFNP (plenum-rated) |
Installation requirements
Confirm the required operating mode on both host ports before installation. Maintain a minimum cable bend radius of 30 mm.