Product Type | Active Optical Cable (AOC) |
Form Factor | QSFP28 to QSFP28 |
Cable Length | 15 meters |
Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbps |
Transceiver Type | QSFP28 |
Technology | Active Optical |
Application | High-performance data center and enterprise networking |
Connector Type | QSFP28 Male to QSFP28 Male |
Weight | 0.27 kg (approximate) |
Power Consumption | Less than 2.5W per end |
HPE 100Gb QSFP28 to QSFP28 15m Active Optical Cable
Key Benefits

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- Delivers 100Gb bandwidth over 15 meters for high-speed data center interconnects.
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing support secure and regulated deployments.
- Optical design enhances reliability and signal quality in high-density networking environments.
Product Overview
The HPE 100Gb QSFP28 to QSFP28 15m Active Optical Cable (AOC) is engineered for high-performance networking applications requiring rapid data throughput over extended distances. With a data transfer rate of 100Gb and a 15-meter reach, this cable is ideal for connecting switches, routers, or servers in enterprise networks and data centers. Its QSFP28 interface ensures compatibility with modern transceivers. This cable is TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, meeting quality and procurement standards. The active optical technology ensures reduced EMI, better signal integrity, and efficiency over copper alternatives. It’s a dependable choice for bandwidth-intensive and dense IT infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Cable Jacket Material | OFNP (Plenum-rated) |
Cable Color | Orange |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Humidity (Operating) | 5% to 85% non-condensing |
Bend Radius | 30 mm minimum |
Durability | Minimum 50 plug/unplug cycles |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | |
Software Licensing Required | No |
Cloud-Enabled Features | Not applicable |
Interfaces
Interface Standard | QSFP28 |
Maximum Supported Data Rate | 100 Gbps |
Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
Wavelength | 850 nm |
Fiber Mode Supported | Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
Compatibility | QSFP28 MSA Compliant Devices |
Communication Protocol | IEEE 802.3bm 100GBASE-SR4 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | CE, FCC, REACH |
EMI Performance | Improved EMI immunity over copper cables |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | |
Secure Boot or Authentication |