BlueOptics EX-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 5 m QSFP Male/Male

The BlueOptics EX-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable is a 5 m active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP male connectors on both ends designed for high-speed short-reach interconnects. It supports multi-mode fibre transmission with integrated transmitters and receivers in each QSFP module, and is compatible with equipment that accepts QSFP-to-QSFP AOCs at 40 Gbps class data rates. The cable is intended for use in data centres and high-performance computing environments where reliable, low-latency links are required between switches, routers and storage systems.

Advantages

The integrated transceivers provide a single-cable solution that eliminates separate SFP/QSFP transceivers and fibre patch cords, simplifying installation and reducing connector loss. As an active optical cable, it delivers the electrical-to-optical conversion within the QSFP housings, enabling 40 Gbps-class links over multi-mode fibre for distances up to 5 metres. Compatibility with QSFP ports and support for common high-speed protocols make it suitable for consolidated rack and chassis interconnects in dense networking setups.

Suitable for

• Short-reach QSFP-to-QSFP connections in data centres
• High-performance computing cluster interconnects
• Inter-switch links and uplinks in rack and row architectures
• Connections between routers, switches and storage systems that accept QSFP AOCs

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP male to QSFP male
• Length: 5 metres
• Transmission medium: multi-mode fibre with integrated optical transceivers
• Nominal data rate class: up to 40 Gbps per link (40GBASE-SR4 class applications)
• Form factor: Active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP modules

How to use

Install the BlueOptics EX-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M-BO by plugging each QSFP male connector into compatible QSFP ports on the devices to be linked. Ensure the host devices support QSFP AOC modules and the expected 40 Gbps class interface. Handle the cable by the connector housings, avoid sharp bends in the optical assemblies, and route the cable to prevent strain on the connector interfaces. After connection, verify link status and speed through the host device management interface.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, use this AOC for short-reach links within racks or between adjacent racks up to 5 metres. Confirm compatibility with your hardware vendor’s QSFP AOC acceptance list where required and follow vendor guidance for firmware or port configuration when enabling 40G links.