Cisco 40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 25m, QSFP to QSFP

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: QSFP-H40G-AOC25M= UPC#: 882658831720
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  • QSFP to QSFP fiber optic active optical cable, 25 meters in length
  • Supports 40Gbps Ethernet connectivity with a 5 GB/s data transfer rate
  • TAA compliant for government and enterprise procurement
  • Engineered with green pull tab for easy deployment and removal
  • Compatible with network devices requiring QSFP interfaces
  • Designed for use in dense data center and high-performance network environments

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Key Benefits

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  • Provides a high-performance 40Gbps interconnect solution over a 25m span using lightweight active fiber cable
  • TAA compliance ensures eligibility for government and regulated enterprise deployments
  • Cisco reliability and full QSFP compatibility maximize system integration confidence

Product Overview

The Cisco 40GBASE Active Optical Cable (QSFP-H40G-AOC25M=) is engineered for high-speed, long-distance connectivity between network devices using QSFP interfaces. With a total length of 25 meters, this fiber optic cable enables reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet performance, suitable for data centers and large-scale enterprise infrastructures. Its active optical technology maintains signal integrity without additional boost components.

The cable features QSFP connectors on both ends, supporting devices with 40GbE interfaces. Designed for easy installation with a green pull tab and built for low-latency, high-bandwidth applications, it meets TAA compliance standards. Typical uses include server aggregation, inter-switch links, and top-of-rack deployments in performance-sensitive network environments.

Specifications

Product Overview

Type Active Optical Cable
Form Factor QSFP to QSFP
Cable Length 25 meters
Product Type Network Cable
Cable Type Fiber Optic
Features Active
Color Green pull tab
Weight 0.55 kg
Power Consumption ≤1.5 W per cable end

Physical & Environmental

Minimum Operating Temperature 0°C
Maximum Operating Temperature 70°C
Operating Humidity 10% to 85% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
RoHS Compliant Yes
Halogen-Free Yes
Jacket Material OFNP (Plenum-rated)
Bend Radius 30 mm (installed); 60 mm (uninstalled)

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface
Cloud-Based Management
Licensing Required No

Interfaces

Connector on First End QSFP
Connector on Second End QSFP
Interface Type QSFP+ (SFF-8436)
Port Connector Type QSFP MSA-compliant
Data Transfer Rate 40 Gbps
Protocol Support 40GBASE-SR4 Ethernet
Transmission Distance Up to 25 meters
Wavelength 850 nm
Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) Yes

Compliance & Origin

TAA Compliance Yes
Country of Origin China / Thailand / Taiwan
Certifications CE, FCC, UL, C-Tick, VCCI
Compliance Standards IEEE 802.3ba, SFF-8436, MSA Compliant

Advanced Security Features

Encryption Support Not applicable
Secure Boot
Tamper Detection