Black Box 100GBase-AOC Direct Attach Cable, 15m, Aqua

Black Box QSFP-100G-AOC15M-BB

100GBase Active Optical Cable (15 m) – QSFP28 AOC for high-density, low-latency 100 Gb connectivity

The Black Box QSFP-100G-AOC15M-BB is a high-performance active optical cable engineered for dense, high-throughput links between servers, switches, and data center gear. Ideal for network engineers and data center pros, it delivers reliable 100 GbE connectivity over a 15-meter span with minimal EMI, low power, and hot-swappable convenience.

Features :

This plug-and-play QSFP28-to-QSFP28 AOC supports 100 Gbps (4 × 25G lanes) and complies with QSFP-28 MSA, SFF-8636, and SFF-8665 standards for broad hardware interoperability. Leveraging 850 nm VCSEL optics over multimode fiber, it ensures high bandwidth and low latency for Ethernet, InfiniBand (4× EDR/FDR/QDR), and Fibre Channel (up to 32G) applications. Its ultra-thin, lightweight construction simplifies cable management and enhances airflow in high-density racks, while sub-2.5 W power draw supports energy-efficient deployments.

Advanced Options :

Designed for flexible deployment, this AOC is an excellent alternative to short-reach transceivers with separate patch cords—reducing points of failure and installation time. It’s hot-swappable for fast serviceability and supports MSA-compliant management (SFF-8636) for device monitoring. Use it for top-of-rack, end-of-row, spine–leaf, or HPC interconnects where space savings and low EMI are essential.