CISCO QSFP-H40G-AOC15M= 40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 15m

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: QSFP-H40G-AOC15M= UPC#: 882658668937
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  • 15-meter length active optical cable designed for 40GBASE connections
  • TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant for government and regulated use
  • Manufactured in Taiwan to meet origin standards
  • Lightweight construction for easier rack management
  • Uses QSFP+ connectors for high-speed 40GbE communication

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Key Benefits

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  • Optimized for high-density environments requiring 15m high-throughput connections with minimal signal loss
  • TAA compliance ensures eligibility for enterprise and government network deployments
  • Designed by CISCO, a trusted brand in enterprise-grade networking solutions

Product Overview

The CISCO QSFP-H40G-AOC15M= 40GBASE Active Optical Cable offers a high-performance, low-power solution for 40 Gigabit Ethernet networking over a 15-meter reach. Designed for high-throughput computing infrastructures and dense data center environments, the cable uses active optical technology to preserve signal quality over longer distances than passive copper solutions.

With TAA compliance and manufacture in Taiwan, this cable meets procurement standards for government and legally regulated environments. Its lightweight design and EMI resistance make it ideal for complex server stacks requiring reliable 40GbE connections. Simple to install and efficient in performance, it's optimized for modern data center scalability and management.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type 40GBASE Active Optical Cable
Form Factor QSFP to QSFP (Active Optical Cable)
Cable Length 15 meters
Connector Type QSFP+
Data Rate Supported 40 Gbps
Technology Active Optical
Application 40 Gigabit Ethernet
Power Consumption Less than 2W per end (typical)
Halogen Free Yes
EMI Immunity High

Wireless Features

Wireless Capability

Compliance & Origin

TAA Compliant Yes
Country of Origin Taiwan
Compliance Standards IEEE 802.3ba (40GbE)
Certifications RoHS, TAA
Manufacturer Cisco
UPC 882658668937
Manufacturer Part Number QSFP-H40G-AOC15M=

Advanced Security Features

Data Encryption Not Supported
Tamper Detection Not Supported
Authentication Module authentication on Cisco platforms

Interfaces

Interface Type QSFP+
Connector 1 QSFP+
Connector 2 QSFP+
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 40 Gbps
Transmission Type Optical (Active)
Number of Lanes 4 x 10 Gbps lanes
Cable Type Active Optical Cable
Compatibility Cisco 40GbE QSFP+ Interfaces
Hot Swappable Yes

Physical & Environmental

Cable Jacket Material Low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH)
Cable Diameter 3.0 mm (approximate)
Minimum Bend Radius 30 mm
Operating Temperature 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Humidity Range (non-condensing) 10% to 85%
Weight Approximately 0.3 kg
RoHS Compliance Yes

Cloud Management & Licensing

Managed No
Cloud Management Not Applicable
Licensing Required No