Type | 100GBASE Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Form Factor | QSFP to QSFP |
Cable Length | 20 m |
Warranty | 5-Year Standard Warranty |
Pull Tab Color | Green |
Application | Rack-to-rack, intra-data center |
Data Rate | 100 Gbps |
CISCO QSFP-100G-AOC20M 100GBASE AOC Cable, 20M



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- Offers reliable 100GBASE connectivity for high-bandwidth demands with QSFP interfaces
- Extended 20M length supports flexible data center layouts and mid-range interconnects
- Backed by CISCO's 5-year standard warranty and TAA compliance for assured long-term value
Product Overview
The CISCO QSFP-100G-AOC20M is a high-speed, 100GBASE Active Optical Cable engineered for enterprise-grade networking. With QSFP connectors on both ends and a generous 20-meter reach, this AOC cable is designed for rack-to-rack links and dense data center environments. It also features a green pull tab for fast installation and removal. The product is TAA compliant and backed by a 5-year standard warranty, providing dependable performance in government, education, and enterprise deployments. Manufactured in China or Taiwan, it is well-suited for high-bandwidth applications requiring reliable QSFP connectivity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0 °C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 70 °C |
Storage Temperature | -40 °C to 85 °C |
Operating Humidity (Non-condensing) | 0% to 85% |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% |
Bend Radius | 30 mm typical |
Cable Jacket Material | OFNP-rated (plenum) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | |
Cloud Management | |
Licensing Required | No |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Interfaces
Connector Type (Both Ends) | QSFP |
Interface Type | QSFP28 |
Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbps |
Cable Type | Active Optical Cable |
Media Type | Fiber |
Transceiver Technology | VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | China or Taiwan |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMI Standard | FCC Class A |
Safety Certifications | Laser Class 1, IEC-60825-1 |
UL Listed | Yes |
Environment-Friendly Standards | WEEE, REACH |
Advanced Security Features
Tamper Detection | No |
Encryption Support | No |
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) | Yes |
Authentication | Cisco proprietary coding for device authentication |