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3m active optical splitter cable provides stable 10G connectivity. Ideal for breakout deployments.
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=
3M 40GBASE ACTIVE OPTICAL QSFP TO 4SFP BREAKOUT CABLE
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= Overview
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= is a QSFP optical transceiver module designed to operate at 10G speeds per channel across four independent lanes, delivering an aggregate bandwidth of 40Gbps. It is engineered in a compact form factor suitable for high-density applications in data centers, enterprise networks, and telecommunications, ensuring efficient short-range high-speed interconnects.
This module leverages active optical cable (AOC) technology with a 3-meter transmission distance, supporting Ethernet protocols for reliable data communication. Designed with precise physical dimensions to seamlessly integrate with modern network equipment, QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= is optimized for environments requiring low latency and high throughput.
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= price is $143.00, a 28.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $200.00. QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- QSFP
- Data Rate
- 4x10G
- Connector Type
- QSFP
- Wavelength
- 850 nm
- Transmission Distance
- Short-Range
- Fiber Type
- Multi-mode
- Max Distance
- 3 meters
- 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-AOC3M=
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= Use Case
Top-of-Rack 40GbE to 4×10GbE Server Aggregation
In high-density hyperscale data centers, the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=-3M 40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP Breakout Cable consolidates four 10GbE SFP+ server connections onto a single 40GbE QSFP port. This streamlined cabling reduces switch port exhaustion, lowers operational costs by up to 30%, and accelerates deployment with plug-and-play simplicity.
High-Performance Computing Cluster Interconnect
For HPC environments requiring ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=-3M cable links four compute nodes at 10GbE each into a 40GbE backbone. The result is a unified, lossless fabric that delivers up to 40 Gbps aggregate throughput, optimizes parallel workloads, and minimizes latency by leveraging active-optical signal integrity over 3 meters.
Cloud Service Provider Multi-Tenant Edge Deployment
Cloud and managed-service providers use the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=-3M cable to break out a 40GbE uplink into four independent 10GbE tenant ports at the network edge. This approach maximizes rack space efficiency, ensures secure traffic isolation, and speeds up tenant provisioning—delivering service-level guarantees with minimal capital and power expenditure.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= |  QSFP-H40G-AOC20M= |  QSFP-4X10G-AOC10M= |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M |  QSFP-4X10G-LR-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | N/A | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista |
| Connector Type | QSFP | MPO | Direct Attach | N/A | LC |
| Data Rate | 4x10G | 40G | 40G (4x10G) | 10G (per channel, 40G aggregate) | 10G per channel (4 channels, 40G aggregate) |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Fiber Type | Multi-mode | Multi-mode | N/A | N/A | Single-mode |
| Form Factor | QSFP | QSFP | QSFP | QSFP / SFP10G | 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 | 3 meters | 20m | 10 meters | 5m | 10 km |
| Network Interface | Ethernet | Fiber | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| 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 | N/A |
| Product Name | QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= | QSFP-H40G-AOC20M= | QSFP-4X10G-AOC10M= | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU5M | QSFP-4X10G-LR-S |
| Product Type | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Direct Attach Copper Cable | 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 | Long-Range |
| Wavelength | 850 nm | 850nm | N/A | N/A | 1310 nm |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Selina Nash
4
Easy deployment with consistent throughput and low latency.
H
Harlan Boone
5
Durable cable suitable for high-density data centers.
I
Isla Wyatt
3
Maintains reliable performance under full load. Professional-grade quality.
T
Troy Bennett
4
Smooth installation and consistent output across all SFP+ ports.
Questions & Answers
What is the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=?
The QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M= is a 3-meter, 40GBASE-active optical cable that breaks out one QSFP+ port into four 10G SFP+ interfaces.
How does an active optical cable (AOC) differ from a DAC?
An AOC uses fiber optics and integrated transceivers to achieve longer reach and lower weight compared to copper direct attach cables (DACs).
What network standards does this cable support?
This cable supports 40GBASE-SR4 on the QSFP+ side and 10GBASE-SR on each SFP+ breakout strand, compliant with IEEE 802.3ba and IEEE 802.3aq.
What is the maximum reach of the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M=?
At 50 µm multimode fiber, it supports up to 3 meters; other distances require corresponding AOC SKUs.