QSFP+ to QSFP+ Active Optical Cable - 40Gb, AOC, M/M, Aqua, 20 m (65.6 ft.)
QSFP+ cable connects high-speed 40 Gb switches, servers and other networking devices in data centers and enterprise wiring closets.
- Ideal for Cisco switches, servers, routers and other high-end networking equipment
- Combines 4 full-duplex 10 Gbps SFP+ lanes for an aggregated 40 Gbps rate
- Multi-platform support for 40 Gb Ethernet, InfiniBand, Fibre Channel and PCIe
- Ergonomic push/pull tabs allow easy one-handed connection and disconnection
- Compliant with QSFP+ MSA and SFF-8436 architecture for full QSFP compatibility
- 1-year limited warranty
Features
QSFP+ Fiber Cable Connects Network Equipment at Speeds up to 40 Gbps
This 20-meter (65.6-foot) QSFP+ Active Optical Cable (AOC) provides next-generation performance by combining four full-duplex 10 Gbps SFP+ channels into one affordable high-density package. Each male connector contains four fiber optic transceivers, each capable of data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps. Together, the N28F-20M-AQ provides an aggregated speed up to 40 Gbps, making it ideal for switches, servers, routers and other high-end networking equipment.
Push/Pull Tab Connectors Provide Quick, Easy Connections
The hot-pluggable QSFP+ connectors include ergonomic push/pull tabs, which are easily accessible in high-density applications and make the cable easy to install and remove with just one hand.
Engineered and Optimized for Bandwidth-Intense Applications
This QSFP+ to QSFP+ cable integrates a 40 Gbps Ethernet-optimized 38-position “board as connector” design. Die-cast zinc connectors offer superior EMI (electromagnetic interference) resistance and reduced crosstalk. The connectors have also been tested to meet stringent insertion loss standards. The QSFP+ optical cable’s 8-pair wire technology is optimized for 40GBASE-CR4, 6G SAS, Fibre Channel, PCIe, SONET and InfiniBand applications. The plenum-rated OFNP jacket is designed for connecting network components in drop ceiling, walls and ducts.
Cisco-Compatible Cable Fully Compliant with the Latest Standards
This QSFP+ cable is fully compliant with the latest QSFP+ Multi-Source Agreement (MSA), IEEE 802.3ba standards and industry-standard SFF-8436 specifications. It is compatible with all QSFP and QSFP+ ports and Cisco’s QSFP-H40G-AOC1M cable.
Typical Applications
- 10GBASE-SR and 40GBASE-SR4 Ethernet
- InfiniBand QDR (4x10G), DDR (4x5G) and SDR (4x2.5G)
- 6G SAS and SONET
- High-speed parallel interconnects for high-performance computing (HPC) and data center interconnects (DCI)
- Connect active network equipment in high-end server rooms or enterprise wiring closets
Package Includes
- N28F-20M-AQ QSFP+ to QSFP+ 40Gb Active Optical Cable (M/M), Aqua, 20 m (65.6 ft.)
System Requirements
- Network switch or other devices with QSFP or QSFP+ ports
Specifications
OVERVIEW
| UPC Code | 037332225566 |
| Clad Diameter | 50mµ |
| Core Diameter | 125mµ |
| Number of Fibers | 8 |
| Optical Mode | OM3 |
INPUT
| Cable Length (ft.) | 65.6 |
PHYSICAL
| Cable Jacket Type | OFNP |
| Cable Outer Diameter (OD) | 2.9 +/- 0.1mm |
| Color | Aqua |
| Shipping Dimensions (hwd / in.) | 0.00 x 0.00 x 0.00 |
CONNECTIONS
| Side A - Connector 1 | QSFP+ (MALE) |
| Side B - Connector 1 | QSFP+ (MALE) |
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
| Technology | Multimode; SFP+/QSPP+/QSFP28 |
STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE
| Certifications | RoHS compliant, UL Compliant (E347511), Laser Safety Compliant (IEC 60825-1:2014) |
WARRANTY
| Product Warranty Period (Worldwide) | 1-year limited warranty |
Accessories
Fiber Network Cables
| Model Number | Description | |
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N844-01M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 1M (3 ft.) |
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N844-01M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 1M (3.28 ft.) |
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N844-02M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 2M (6 ft.) |
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N844-02M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 2M (6 ft.) |
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N844-02M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 2M (6.56 ft.) |
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N844-03M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 3M (10 ft.) |
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N844-03M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 3M (10 ft.) |
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N844-03M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 3M (9.84 ft.) |
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N844-05M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 5M (16 ft.) |
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N844-05M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 5M (16 ft.) |
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N844-05M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 5M (16.4 ft.) |
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N844-10M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 10M (33 ft.) |
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N844-LOOP-12F | MTP / MPO Fiber Optic Loopback Tester (Multimode 50/125um, OM3) - Female |
Network Cables & Adapters
| Model Number | Description | |
|---|---|---|
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N844-01M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 1M (3 ft.) |
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N844-01M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 1M (3.28 ft.) |
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N844-02M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 2M (6 ft.) |
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N844-02M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 2M (6 ft.) |
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N844-02M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 2M (6.56 ft.) |
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N844-03M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 3M (10 ft.) |
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N844-03M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 3M (10 ft.) |
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N844-03M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 3M (9.84 ft.) |
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N844-05M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 5M (16 ft.) |
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N844-05M-8LC-P | MTP/MPO Fan-Out Cable, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 5M (16 ft.) |
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N844-05M-8LC-PT | MTP/MPO Fan-out Cable with Push/Pull Tab Connectors, MTP/MPO to 8xLC, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4,OM3 Plenum-rated - Aqua, 5M (16.4 ft.) |
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N844-10M-12-P | MTP/MPO Patch Cable with Push/Pull Tabs, 12 Fiber, 40GbE, 40GBASE-SR4, OM3 Plenum-Rated - Aqua, 10M (33 ft.) |
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N844-LOOP-12F | MTP / MPO Fiber Optic Loopback Tester (Multimode 50/125um, OM3) - Female |
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