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QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M
40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout Cable, 1m
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M Overview
QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M is a QSFP active optical cable transceiver designed for short-range, high-speed data transmission in data centers, enterprise networks, and telecom applications. It supports an aggregate data rate of 40G (4×10G channels) and is engineered with a compact form factor to meet the demanding space constraints of modern networking hardware.
QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M features MPO connectors and utilizes multi-mode fiber optimized for operation at an 850nm wavelength, ensuring reliable connectivity for Ethernet networks. Its 1-meter cable length and standardized operating temperatures (0 to 70°C) make this transceiver an ideal choice for high-performance, short-reach connectivity in high-density environments.
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- QSFP
- Data Rate
- 40G
- Connector Type
- MPO
- Wavelength
- 850nm
- Transmission Distance
- Short-Range
- Fiber Type
- Multi-mode
- Max Distance
- 1 meter
- Supported Protocols
- Ethernet
- Network Interface
- Ethernet
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista
- Product Name
- QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M Use Case
Scalable 40G-to-4×10G Top-of-Rack Expansion with QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M-40GBASE
By deploying the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M-40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout Cable, 1m, data center operators convert a single 40G QSFP+ port on a top-of-rack switch into four independent 10G SFP+ server links. This configuration maximizes port utilization, reduces the need for additional 10G switches, and optimizes rack density, resulting in up to 25% lower CAPEX and streamlined cabling management.
Cost-Effective 10G Server Migration Using QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M-40GBASE Breakout Cable
Enterprises upgrading to a 40G backbone can leverage the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M-40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout Cable, 1m to connect existing 10G server NICs directly to new 40G QSFP+ ports. This approach preserves legacy hardware investments, avoids expensive forklift upgrades, and minimizes downtime, delivering rapid ROI and a seamless migration path.
High-Performance Computing Cluster Interconnect with 40G-to-10G AOC
Research and HPC environments use the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M-40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout Cable, 1m to split a 40G interswitch link into four low-latency 10G channels for blade servers. The result is granular traffic segmentation, improved throughput by up to 40%, and simplified network topologies that accelerate compute workflows and enhance overall cluster performance.
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Product Comparison Table
 QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M |  QSFP-H40G-AOC2M |  QSFP-H40G-CU5M= |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= |  QSFP-40G-SR4= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | N/A | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista |
| Connector Type | MPO | QSFP Direct Attach | QSFP | QSFP+ and SFP+ | MPO |
| Data Rate | 40G | 40G | 40G | 10G | 40G |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Fiber Type | Multi-mode | Multi-mode | N/A | N/A | Multi-mode |
| Form Factor | QSFP | QSFP | QSFP | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ | QSFP |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | N/A | 3.3V |
| Max Distance | 1 meter | 2 meters | 5m | 4 meters | 100 meters (OM3) / 150 meters (OM4) |
| Network Interface | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Copper | Fiber |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ≤ 4W |
| Product Name | QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M | QSFP-H40G-AOC2M | QSFP-H40G-CU5M= | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= | QSFP-40G-SR4= |
| Product Type | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) | Transceiver |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Supported Protocols | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Transmission Distance | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range |
| Wavelength | 850nm | 850nm | N/A | N/A | 850nm |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
J
Julian Frost
4
Maintains consistent 10G performance across all breakout ports.
T
Talia Cross
5
Easy to install and manage in dense rack environments.
E
Elias Vaughn
3
Professional-grade quality ensures low latency and minimal interference.
B
Bianca Pierce
4
Well-built splitter cable that performs reliably under load.
Questions & Answers
What is the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M breakout cable?
The QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M is a 1-meter 40GBASE active optical cable that breaks out a QSFP+ port into four independent 10G SFP+ links for high-density data center interconnects.
What connectors does the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M use?
It features a QSFP+ male connector on one end and four SFP+ female connectors on the other end for seamless 40G to 4×10G breakout connectivity.
What applications are ideal for this 40GBASE active optical breakout cable?
This cable is ideal for data-center switch-to-switch links, server aggregation, storage area networks (SAN), and high-performance computing clusters requiring cost-effective 40G to 10G breakout.
What is the maximum transmission distance of the QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M?
The 1 m active optical cable reliably supports 40GBASE breakout transmission over 1 meter in multimode fiber environments with low insertion loss.