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QSFP-H40G-AOC3M
40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 3m
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QSFP-H40G-AOC3M Overview
QSFP-H40G-AOC3M is a QSFP transceiver module engineered to deliver a 40G data rate using an integrated active optical cable, making it ideal for short-range connectivity in high-density environments such as data centers, enterprise networks, and telecom setups. Its compact QSFP form factor, fixed 3-meter cable length, and support for Ethernet protocols ensure reliable, high-speed interconnects where space efficiency and performance are paramount.
This module is designed with a focus on robust performance and streamlined deployment, offering standards-compliant physical dimensions for seamless integration into existing infrastructures. With its optimized design for short-range transmission and industry-standard features, the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M stands out as a cost-effective and efficient solution for modern high-speed network applications.
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QSFP-H40G-AOC3M Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- QSFP
- Data Rate
- 40G
- Connector Type
- N/A
- 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
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- N/A
- Product Name
- QSFP-H40G-AOC3M
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QSFP-H40G-AOC3M Use Case
High-Density Data Center Spine-Leaf Connectivity
In modern hyperscale data centers, network architects deploy the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M-40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 3m to link spine and leaf switches at 40 Gbps. This AOC eliminates bulky copper cables, reduces port-to-port latency under 1 µs, and ensures stable, high-bandwidth transport for virtualization, VDI and cloud workloads. Benefit: maximized rack density, simplified cable management, and consistent low-latency performance for mission-critical traffic.
Ultra-Low-Latency Financial Trading Infrastructure
Leading trading firms use the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M-40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 3m to interconnect switches in algorithmic trading clusters, achieving sub-1 µs latency and full-duplex 40 Gbps bandwidth. Short-reach AOC technology removes signal degradation risks and supports hot-swappable plug-and-play deployment on the trading floor. Benefit: accelerated trade execution, superior price discovery and minimized network jitter for high-frequency strategies.
High-Performance Computing Cluster Interconnects
Research institutions deploy the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M-40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 3m to link compute nodes in HPC clusters, enabling 40 Gbps data exchange for AI training, scientific modeling and simulation. The AOC’s robust fiber optics deliver electromagnetic immunity and predictable signal integrity in dense rack environments. Benefit: reduced job runtimes, streamlined parallel-processing throughput and enhanced cluster scalability.
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Product Comparison Table
 QSFP-H40G-AOC3M |  QSFP-H40G-CU5M= |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= |  QSFP-40G-SR4-S= |  QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | N/A | N/A | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista |
| Connector Type | N/A | QSFP | QSFP+ and SFP+ | MPO | QSFP+ / SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 40G | 40G | 10G | 40G | 10G |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Fiber Type | Multi-mode | N/A | N/A | Multi-mode | N/A |
| Form Factor | QSFP | QSFP | QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ | QSFP | QSFP-to-SFP+ Breakout Cable |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | N/A | N/A | 3.3V | N/A |
| Max Distance | 3 m | 5m | 4 meters | 70-100 meters | 1 meter |
| Network Interface | Ethernet | Ethernet | Copper | Fiber | 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 | N/A | 4.0W | N/A |
| Product Name | QSFP-H40G-AOC3M | QSFP-H40G-CU5M= | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU4M= | QSFP-40G-SR4-S= | QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M |
| Product Type | Transceiver | Transceiver | Direct Attach Copper Cable (DAC) | Transceiver | Direct Attach Copper Cable |
| 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 | 850 nm | N/A | N/A | 850 nm | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Brooks
4
Flexible and easy to route in racks.
B
Brian Edwards
5
Plug-and-play solution for high-speed connections.
J
Jason Coleman
3
Reliable performance with low latency.
M
Mark Simmons
4
Good value for medium-length optical links.
Questions & Answers
What is the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M 40GBASE Active Optical Cable, 3m?
The QSFP-H40G-AOC3M is a 3-meter active optical cable featuring QSFP+ to QSFP+ interfaces, delivering 40Gbps over multimode fiber for data center interconnects.
What data rate and reach does this cable support?
It supports 40Gbps data rates up to 3 meters with ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth performance.
Which connector type does the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M use?
It uses QSFP+ MSA-compliant 4-lane connectors on both ends for seamless integration with QSFP+ ports.
Is the QSFP-H40G-AOC3M hot-pluggable?
Yes, it features fully hot-pluggable QSFP+ interfaces for live insertion and removal without powering down equipment.