Product Type | Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Application | 100GBASE QSFP Interconnect |
Cable Length | 2 meters |
Connector Type | QSFP28 to QSFP28 |
Form Factor | QSFP28 |
Transceiver Type | Integrated Optical Transceivers |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Weight | Approximately 0.25 kg |
Power Consumption (per end) | ≤2.5 W |
Cable Type | Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
CISCO QSFP-100G-AOC2M 100GBASE QSFP Active Optical Cable, 2M

Key Benefits

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- Designed specifically for 100GBASE QSFP networks, this cable ensures seamless compatibility with Cisco infrastructure.
- With TAA compliance, it meets procurement standards for public sector and government applications.
- Its 2-meter length and integrated transceiver design eliminate the need for external modules, simplifying cabling and reducing costs.
Product Overview
The CISCO QSFP-100G-AOC2M is a high-performance 2-meter active optical cable for 100GBASE QSFP interconnects in data centers and enterprise networks. Designed to deliver low-latency, high-speed signal transmission, this TAA-compliant cable is factory-terminated and ready for plug-and-play deployment in high-density rack environments. Built to Cisco’s standards and manufactured in China or Taiwan, it ensures signal integrity, reduced power usage, and simplified network scaling without separate transceivers.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C (32°F) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 70°C (158°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
Relative Humidity (Non-condensing) | 0% to 85% |
Cable Jacket Material | Plenum Rated (OFNP) |
Bend Radius | Minimum 30 mm |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Plug and Play Support | Yes |
Manufacturer Compatibility | Cisco Systems |
OS Compatibility | Cisco IOS, NX-OS compatible devices |
Interfaces
Interface Type | QSFP28 |
Data Rate | 100 Gbps |
Transmission Technology | Active Optical |
Compatible Interfaces | QSFP28 ports |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | CHINA / TAIWAN |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Reach Compliance | Yes |
Halogen Free | Yes |
EMI Shielding | Yes |
CE Certified | Yes |
FCC Certified | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Hardware Secure ID Authentication | Yes (Cisco-coded AOC) |
Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) | Yes |