Product Type | Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Data Rate | 100 Gbps |
Length | 3 meters |
Connector Type | QSFP28 to QSFP28 |
Cable Technology | Fiber Optic |
Form Factor | Plug-in module |
Fiber Mode | Multi-mode |
Maximum Power Consumption | 3.5 W (per end) |
Application | 100GBASE Ethernet |
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) | Supported |
CISCO 100GBASE QSFP Active Optical Cable, 3M



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- Supports high-speed 100GBASE Ethernet, enabling fast and reliable data transmission
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for federal and enterprise procurement requirements
- Simplifies deployment in data center environments with QSFP compatibility and fiber optic reliability
Product Overview
The CISCO 100GBASE QSFP Active Optical Cable, measuring 3 meters, supports 100GBASE Ethernet and features QSFP connectors with a fiber optic design for optimal signal performance. Its TAA compliance makes it suitable for government and enterprise use. Manufactured in China and Taiwan, this cable meets high regulatory and performance standards for scalable networking applications.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Cable Jacket Material | Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cable Outer Diameter | 3.0 mm |
Bend Radius | 30 mm (min) |
Pull Force | 70 N (max) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Managed | No |
Licensing Required | No |
Interfaces
Interface Type | QSFP28 |
Port Configuration | Point-to-Point |
Channel Count | 4 |
Lane Speed | 25 Gbps per lane |
Cable Type | Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Connector Gender | Male to Male |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | China / Taiwan |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMI Shielding | Yes |
Lead-Free | Yes |
Halogen-Free | Yes |
Fire Retardant Rating | IEC 60332-3 compliant |
Compliant Standards | SFF-8665, IEEE 802.3bm |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | Not applicable |
MACsec | Not supported |