Axiom MC2206310-003-AX

Active Optical Cable (AOC) – 3 Meters

The AxiomMC2206310‑003‑AX Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a high‑performance, 3‑meter (approx. 9.8 ft) connectivity solution engineered for demanding data center and enterprise network environments. Designed for Mellanox‑compatible QSFP+ and QSFP28 ports, it provides ultra‑low latency, high throughput, and superior signal integrity. Ideal for network engineers, HPC clusters, high‑frequency trading platforms, and storage or compute server interconnects, this AOC ensures lossless data transmission at speeds up to 40 / 56 Gbps while eliminating the clutter of separate transceivers and fiber patch cables. Lightweight and flexible, it supports cost‑effective and simplified cabling infrastructure without compromising on reliability. With full backward‑compatibility and easy plug‑and‑play deployment, the Axiom3 m AOC rapidly connects devices in racks or across adjacent units, delivering seamless communication where speed, efficiency, and dependability matter most.

Features

In modern IT deployments — from hyper‑converged infrastructure to multi‑node storage clusters — clean, efficient cabling is essential. The AxiomMC2206310‑003‑AX AOC integrates both optical transceiver and fiber into a single cable assembly, enabling 40 GbE or 56 GbE links without the need for separate modules or patch cords. You simply plug one end into the QSFP port of, say, a Mellanox BlueField adapter or an 8000‑series switch, and the other end into the corresponding port on your peer device.This simplifies inventory and reduces points of failure: no separate SFP+ or QSFP+ modules, no fiber cleaning issues, and no mismatch risks. The AxiomAOC maintains signal integrity over the full 3 m length via embedded optical DAC technology, achieving excellent bit‑error‑rate performance under heavy load. Its lightweight, flexible construction also improves airflow and cable management within server racks—critical for cooling performance in dense environments.

Advanced Options

Manufactured to rigorous quality standards, each AOC undergoes end‑to‑end testing for transceiver compliance, connector durability, and temperature resilience. It works seamlessly with popular Mellanox‑supported switches, routers, and NICs, ensuring compatibility across environments like HPC clusters, enterprise SANs, or virtualized cloud nodes.Compatibility is seamless: this AOC works out‑of‑the‑box with Mellanox adapters, switches, and compatible third‑party QSFP+ / QSFP28 ports, thanks to its QSFP form‑factor interface and industry‑standard encoding protocols. Whether bridging adjacent rack units or linking compute clusters, the 3 m length offers ideal reach without excess slack or tangled routing.Built with robust strain‑relief and secure QSFP latch mechanisms, the AxiomAOC withstands rigorous insert cycles. Its superior durability, matched with high‑throughput performance and energy‑efficient optical transmission, ensures dependable, long‑term connectivity for critical network infrastructure.