BlueOptics XLAOCBL2 InfiniBand fibre optic cable 2 m QSFP Male Male

The BlueOptics XLAOCBL2 InfiniBand fibre optic cable is a 2 m active optical cable (AOC) with QSFP male connectors on both ends, designed for high-speed InfiniBand and 40GBASE-SR4 compatible applications. It carries optical signals over multi-mode fibre with integrated transmitter and receiver modules in each connector, providing a pre-assembled, plug-and-play link that avoids patching and reduces attenuation associated with connectorized patch cords. The cable is built to MSA QSFP AOC mechanical and electrical standards to ensure interoperability with compatible switches, routers and storage systems.

Advantages

This 2 m QSFP-to-QSFP AOC supports up to 40 Gbit/s per link and delivers immunity to electromagnetic interference, low latency and reduced signal loss compared with copper alternatives. Integrated digital diagnostics (DDM/DOM) provide real-time monitoring of supply voltage, laser bias current, transmitted power, received power and temperature to assist with troubleshooting and remote maintenance. Components follow established vendor quality and MSA specifications to deliver consistent performance and an extended expected service life.

Suitable for

• High-speed InfiniBand fabrics and 40G Ethernet links inside data centres
• Interconnects between QSFP-enabled switches, routers and storage arrays
• Short-reach server-to-switch and switch-to-switch connections up to 2 m
• Environments requiring EMI-immune optical links and low-latency transmission

Key specifications

• Form factor: QSFP to QSFP active optical cable (AOC)
• Length: 2 metres
• Data rate: up to 40 Gbit/s per cable (40GBASE-SR4/InfiniBand compatible)
• Fibre type: multi-mode with integrated optical transmitters and receivers
• Monitoring: Digital Diagnostics (DDM/DOM) compliant with SFF-8472
• Compliance: QSFP MSA mechanical/electrical compatibility; RoHS and CE compliant

How to use

Install the BlueOptics XLAOCBL2 by inserting each QSFP male connector into the corresponding QSFP port on your devices until it latches. Ensure the host hardware officially supports QSFP AOC modules and that firmware or driver restrictions do not block third-party AOCs. Verify DDM/DOM support in the host if you intend to use the diagnostic features. No field termination, cleaning of patch cords or additional transceivers are required thanks to the pre-assembled optical link.

Usage recommendations

Place the cable in a routing path that avoids sharp bends and mechanical strain; keep bend radius within the manufacturer’s guidelines. Use the digital diagnostics data to monitor link health and to assist in troubleshooting. For critical systems, test interoperability in a controlled environment before deployment and consider keeping a spare cable available for rapid replacement.