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Black Box QSFP28 active optical cable, aqua, 9.84 ft

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation QSFP-100G-AOC3M-BB switch module 100 Gbps 9.84 ft

SKU CH-X259-VHHNZ MPN QSFP-100G-AOC3M-BB

Active optical cable delivers 100 Gbps over 9.84 ft with QSFP28 connectors

  • 100 Gbps throughput for high-speed data centres
  • 84 ft reach links rack-to-rack equipment
  • QSFP28 MSA compliant for multi-vendor interoperability
  • Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC3M compatible for drop-in deployment
  • Halogen-free ultra-thin cable eases dense cabling

Active Optical Cable for 100 Gbps Links

This Black Box QSFP28 active optical cable connects switches, routers and servers at up to 100 Gbps. It is programmed and tested for full Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC3M compatibility and works with multi-vendor 100Gb networking gear. The cable supports Ethernet, InfiniBand and Fibre Channel protocols.

Multi-mode Reach and Standard Compliance

The cable uses multi-mode fibre with a length of 9.84 ft, which defines the practical reach for short-range rack and row connections. It complies with the QSFP28 MSA, SFF-8636 and SFF-8665 standards for mechanical and electrical interoperability. Halogen-free jacket and EMI/RF protection are built in.

QSFP28 Male Connectors on Both Ends

Each end terminates in a QSFP28 male network connector, so the module plugs directly into matching QSFP28 ports without adapters. This single connector type determines whether the cable fits the target equipment. Verify that both devices present QSFP28 ports before purchase.

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Price $513.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Box
Size & build
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size231 × 127 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 9.84 ft length or a different length for my rack layout?

This model is a 9.84 ft active optical cable; other lengths are separate part numbers.

What does the 100 Gbps rating mean when the cable is installed in a switch?

It delivers up to 100 Gbps for 100Gb Ethernet, InfiniBand EDR/FDR/QDR, and 4G through 32G Fibre Channel links.

Which QSFP28 standards does this cable meet and what do they cap in practice?

It complies with QSFP28 MSA, SFF-8636 and SFF-8665, enabling interoperability with Cisco and non-Cisco 100Gb equipment.

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