Cisco 100G QSFP28 Active Optical Cable, 10 m

For runs beyond what passive copper can cover, the Cisco 100G QSFP28 Active Optical Cable, part number QSFP-100G-AOC10M, offers 10 m of reach with QSFP28 connectors on both ends. The link runs at 100GbE, and the cable is a single sealed assembly with the optics built in.

Ten meters can span across a few racks or from a server rack to a switch row, depending on how the cable is routed. Active optical construction keeps the cable light and flexible compared with copper of the same speed, which helps in crowded pathways.

Because the length is fixed, plan the route and add allowance for slack and for service loops before choosing 10 m. If your longest run is greater, you need a modular fiber approach with separate transceivers.

Check host support for the cable. Not every switch or adapter accepts every active cable, so consult the platform documentation.

The QSFP-100G-AOC10M is available new, refurbished and used. New and refurbished cables carry 1 year or 3 years of warranty, and used cables carry 90 days. Send the quantity and host details with your request for pricing.