Product Type | Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Application | 40GBASE breakout application |
Cable Length | 10 meters |
Connector Type | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ |
Form Factor | QSFP+ at one end, 4 x SFP+ at the other end |
Data Rate | 40 Gbps aggregate, 10 Gbps per SFP+ |
Latency | Low-latency |
Power Consumption | <1W per cable end (typical) |
Cable Type | Active Optical |
Jacket Material | OFNP rated |
Breakout Type | 1 x QSFP+ to 4 x SFP+ |
CISCO QSFP-4X10G-AOC10M= 40GBASE AOC QSFP to 4 SFP Breakout Cable, 10m

Key Benefits

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- Enables cost-effective 40G to 10G port breakout, reducing switch costs and enhancing flexibility.
- Plug-and-play deployment simplifies network installations and reduces setup time.
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for federal and public sector applications, adding procurement value.
Product Overview
The CISCO QSFP-4X10G-AOC10M= is a high-performance, 10-meter Active Optical Cable (AOC) designed for 40GBASE breakout applications. It converts one QSFP+ port into four 10G SFP+ connections, ideal for high-density network environments and enterprise-grade data centers. Built for low-latency, high-bandwidth performance, this TAA-compliant solution meets the needs of regulated sectors and is manufactured in CHINA, THAILAND, or TAIWAN under stringent quality controls.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Cable Diameter | 3.0 mm (typical) |
Minimum Bend Radius | 7.5 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) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | |
Licensing Requirements | None |
Cloud Enabled | No |
Interfaces
Interface Type | QSFP+ to SFP+ |
Compatible Interfaces | QSFP+ port to 4x 10G SFP+ ports |
Connector 1 | QSFP+ |
Connector 2 | 4 x SFP+ |
Cable Assembly | Breakout |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | China / Thailand / Taiwan |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Environmental Compliance | Reach, RoHS, Halogen-free |
Certifications | CE, FCC, UL |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | |
Data Encryption | |
Tamper Protection |