BlueOptics JNP-QSFP28-AOC-2M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 2m Male/Male

The BlueOptics JNP-QSFP28-AOC-2M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 2m Male/Male is a 2‑meter active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP28 connectors designed for 100G short‑reach interconnects. The cable integrates optical transmitters and receivers on each end and uses multimode fiber to support high‑speed data transmission between QSFP28 ports. It is compatible with equipment that supports the Juniper JNP‑QSFP28‑AOC‑2M 100GBASE‑SR4 specification and is intended for use in data center topologies and high‑performance computing environments.

Advantages

This BlueOptics AOC delivers 100G connectivity over a 2 m multimode link while eliminating separate transceivers and patch cords, reducing port-to-port latency and simplifying cabling. The male QSFP28 to QSFP28 connection conforms to MSA standards, with integrated TX/RX modules on both ends to maintain signal integrity for Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet or SDH/SONET applications up to 100 Gbps. The compact, fixed‑length design helps maintain consistent performance in dense rack and switch deployments.

Suitable for

• Short‑reach 100G interconnects between switches and routers in data centers
• High‑performance computing clusters requiring InfiniBand or 100G links
• Server-to-switch or switch-to-switch connections where QSFP28 ports are available
• Environments seeking simplified cabling without separate transceivers and patch cords

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP28 male to QSFP28 male
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with multimode fiber
• Nominal length: 2 meters
• Supported protocols: 100G Ethernet (100GBASE‑SR4), Fibre Channel over Ethernet, SDH/SONET
• Integrated transceivers: transmitter and receiver modules on both ends
• Conformance: QSFP28 MSA compatible

How to use

Insert each QSFP28 male connector into corresponding QSFP28 ports on the devices to be connected, ensuring the connectors are fully seated and the port latches engage. No separate transceiver or patch cable is required; the AOC provides a direct optical link. Verify device compatibility with Juniper JNP‑QSFP28‑AOC‑2M or QSFP28 AOC modules in the network equipment documentation before deployment. Monitor link status through the host devices to confirm a stable 100G connection after installation.

Usage recommendations

Use this 2 m BlueOptics AOC for short, direct QSFP28 interconnects in controlled data center environments. Avoid excessive bending or tight routing that could stress the cable assembly, and maintain proper airflow around network equipment. For interoperability, verify that network hardware explicitly supports QSFP28 AOC modules or the Juniper‑compatible JNP‑QSFP28‑AOC‑2M specification.