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QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M
40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout Cable, 3m
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M Overview
Overview of QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M is a QSFP transceiver that delivers 40G performance by utilizing four 10G channels in an active optical cable assembly design. It is engineered for short-range transmission up to 3 meters over multi-mode fiber, operating at an 850 nm wavelength to support high-speed Ethernet protocols in compact data center and enterprise network environments.
This transceiver’s QSFP form factor—with integrated QSFP connectors—ensures minimal footprint and high density in telecom and data center applications. Its design addresses critical use cases where reliable, cost-effective 40G interconnect solutions are required, making it an ideal choice for modern, high-performance network infrastructures.
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QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- QSFP
- Data Rate
- 40G (4x10G)
- Connector Type
- QSFP
- Wavelength
- 850 nm
- Transmission Distance
- Short-Range
- Fiber Type
- Multi-mode
- Max Distance
- 3 m
- Supported Protocols
- Ethernet
- Network Interface
- Ethernet
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- N/A
- Compatibility
- N/A
- Product Name
- QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M Use Case
Hyperscale Data Center Port-Expansion with QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M-40GBASE Breakout Cable
In a hyperscale data center migrating from 10G to 40G spine-and-leaf architecture, the 3m QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M-40GBASE Active Optical breakout cable splits a single 40G QSFP port into four independent 10G SFP+ links for top-of-rack switches. Benefit: maximizes port density, reduces switch inventory by 75%, and delivers aggregate 40G throughput with minimal power consumption.
HPC Cluster Interconnect for Low-Latency Node Communication
High-performance computing clusters demand multiple parallel 10G links between compute nodes for data-intensive workloads. Deploying the 3m QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M-40GBASE Active Optical breakout cable provides four low-latency 10G channels from a single 40G port. Benefit: accelerates MPI traffic, simplifies cabling, cuts latency by up to 20%, and lowers thermal overhead.
Enterprise Campus Uplink Aggregation to 40G Core Switch
In large enterprise campus networks, dozens of 10G edge switches require high-capacity uplinks to the 40G backbone. The 3m QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M-40GBASE breakout cable aggregates four 10G SFP+ uplinks into one 40G QSFP port on the core switch. Benefit: optimizes port utilization, reduces capital expense on line cards, and streamlines network management.
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Product Comparison Table
 QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU2M= |  CVR-4SFP10G-QSFP= |  QSFP-4X10G-LR-S |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | N/A | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista |
| Connector Type | QSFP | N/A | LC | LC | QSFP+ and SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 40G (4x10G) | 10G | 10G | 10G per channel (4 channels, 40G aggregate) | 10G |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 3.7 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Fiber Type | Multi-mode | N/A | Multi-mode | Single-mode | N/A |
| Form Factor | QSFP | QSFP to SFP+ | QSFP+ | QSFP | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 0.7 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Input Voltage | N/A | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A |
| Max Distance | 3 m | 2m | 300 meters | 10 km | 4 meters |
| Network Interface | Ethernet | Ethernet | Fiber | Ethernet | Copper |
| 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 | 3.5 W | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU2M= | CVR-4SFP10G-QSFP= | QSFP-4X10G-LR-S | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= |
| Product Type | Transceiver | Direct Attach Cable | Transceiver | Transceiver | Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) |
| 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 | Long-Range | Short-Range |
| Wavelength | 850 nm | N/A | 850 nm | 1310 nm | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 0.3 lbs | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 2.2 inches | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Turner
4
Easy to install and route in racks.
B
Brian Clark
5
Reliable and consistent performance.
J
Jason Mitchell
3
Well-built and durable for enterprise use.
M
Mark Scott
4
Good solution for aggregation layers.
Questions & Answers
What is the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M breakout cable?
QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M is a 3 m 40GBASE Active Optical breakout cable that splits one QSFP+ port into four independent 10G SFP+ interfaces for high-speed data center connectivity.
How does the 40GBASE Active Optical QSFP to 4SFP breakout cable operate?
It converts a single 40 Gbps QSFP+ channel into four 10 Gbps SFP+ channels over multimode fiber with transparent protocol support.
What data transmission rates does the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M support?
It supports an aggregated bandwidth of 40 Gbps and 10 Gbps per individual SFP+ channel.
What is the maximum cable length for the QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M?
This active optical cable is factory-terminated at 3 meters, maintaining optimal signal integrity in OM3 environments.