AOC CBO JNP-QSFP28-AOC-5M Active Optical Cable QSFP28, length 5 m

The AOC CBO JNP-QSFP28-AOC-5M Active Optical Cable QSFP28, length 5 m is a factory-terminated high-speed interconnect cable engineered for 100Gbps links between devices with QSFP28 ports. This BlueOptics active optical cable uses integrated optics to deliver reliable signal transmission across a 5‑metre span, offering a compact, lightweight alternative to DAC or transceiver-plus-fiber assemblies. It is intended for data center and enterprise network environments where deterministic performance, low latency and electrical isolation are required.

Advantages

This active optical cable provides full QSFP28 electrical and optical compatibility for 100Gbps connections while reducing power draw compared with discrete transceiver solutions. The 5 m length removes distance restrictions common to copper twinax while maintaining low insertion loss and minimal latency. The factory-terminated design ensures plug-and-play installation, consistent channel performance and reduced installation time. Optical transmission offers immunity to ground loops and electrical interference, improving link reliability in dense rack deployments.

Suitable for

• Interconnecting switches and routers in data center top-of-rack and spine-leaf architectures
• Direct connections between servers and high-performance network adapters with QSFP28 ports
• Short to mid-range aggregation links in enterprise campus and server room environments
• Environments requiring electrical isolation to prevent ground-loop issues

Key specifications

• Connector type: QSFP28 on both ends
• Data rate: up to 100 Gbit/s (four lanes aggregated)
• Length: 5 metres
• Cable type: active optical cable (AOC) with integrated transceiver electronics
• Latency: low propagation delay suitable for high-performance networking
• Mechanical: lightweight, factory-terminated assembly for tool-less insertion

How to use

Install the cable by aligning each QSFP28 connector with the device port and inserting until the latch engages; no additional configuration is normally required as the cable presents as a QSFP28 module to compliant switches and adapters. Ensure ports are powered down or follow hot‑plug procedures recommended by your equipment vendor when inserting or removing the cable. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and mechanical strain—maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius and secure the cable to reduce movement in rack environments.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, use this 5 m AOC for direct inter-rack or intra-rack connections where 100Gbps bandwidth is required and electrical isolation is beneficial. Verify QSFP28 compatibility with device firmware and vendor support lists, and avoid exceeding recommended bend radius or exposing the cable to excessive mechanical stress or temperatures outside the operating range.