Addon 720211-B21-20M-AO

HP® Compatible TAA Compliant 40GBASE-AOC QSFP+Active Optical Cable (850nm, MMF, 20m)

The Addon720211-B21-20M-AO is a HP® compatible, TAA compliant 40GBASE-AOC QSFP+Active Optical Cabledesigned for high-performance interconnects up to 20 meters. Built with 850nm multi-mode fiber, this cable provides fast, efficient, and reliable 40Gbps connectivity for data centers, enterprise networking, and cloud applications.As a cost-effective alternative to traditional optical transceivers with separate fiber patch cables, this integrated AOC reduces complexity, power consumption, and cable bulk. Its active optical technology ensures consistent performance with low bit error rates and high signal integrity across the full 20m reach.

Features

Designed to support 40G Ethernet, InfiniBand, and high-performance computing (HPC) environments, the 720211-B21-20M-AO offers plug-and-play deployment with QSFP+ ports, enabling seamless integration with HP® switches, routers, and servers.For organizations requiring TAA compliance for government and regulated deployments, this AOC provides a reliable and fully compliant interconnect solution.

Advanced Options

The lightweight multi-mode fiber design makes it easy to manage even in dense rack environments, improving airflow and reducing cable clutter compared to copper DACs. Its hot-swappable QSFP+ connectors allow IT administrators to upgrade, maintain, or replace connections without downtime.

Product Key Features

• 40Gbps QSFP+ throughput for data-intensive environments

• 20-meter cable length for medium-distance connections

• Active optical design with superior signal integrity

• TAA compliant for government and regulated use

• Lightweight MMF construction for simplified cable management

• Hot-swappable, plug-and-play deployment

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Reliability & Performance

The Addon720211-B21-20M-AO is built for enterprise-class reliability and consistent 40G performance. Its active optical design reduces latency and minimizes bit errors, ensuring smooth operation in high-bandwidth applications like virtualization, HPC clusters, and cloud networking.Compared to copper DACs, this AOC is lighter, more flexible, and EMI-resistant, making it a more efficient choice for structured cabling systems. Backed by a 3-year warranty, it provides long-term assurance of performance and durability in demanding IT environments.

Key Features :

• 40Gbps QSFP+Active Optical Cable

• 20m reach with 850nm MMF technology

• TAA compliant for federal and government use

• Low power consumption and high EMI resistance

• Lightweight, flexible cabling for improved airflow

• HP® compatible with full MSA compliance

Specification	Details
Model Number	720211-B21-20M-AO
Product Type	40GBASE Active Optical Cable (AOC)
Connector Type	QSFP+
Data Rate Support	40Gbps
Wavelength	850nm
Cable Length	20 Meters
Fiber Type	Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
Compatibility	HP® QSFP+ Networking Equipment
Compliance	TAA Compliant, MSA Compliant
Hot-Swappable	Yes
EMI Resistance	High
Power Consumption	Low
Installation	Plug-and-Play
Warranty	3 Years