Name: QSFP-100G-AOC2M Cisco 2M 100GBASE QSFP28 Active Optical Cable
Brand: Cisco
SKU: QSFP-100G-AOC2M
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC2M active optical cable offers a streamlined solution for short-distance 100G data transfer in network systems. It fits into setups requiring direct, high-speed connections without the bulk of traditional cabling and transceiver combos, keeping infrastructure neat and efficient.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	QSFP-100G-AOC2M

Technical Information
Data Rate	100Gbps
Cable Length	2m
Compatibility	Cisco QSFP28 ports,QSFP-compatible 100G devices,100GBASE systems
Voltage	3.3V
product type	Active Optical Cable (AOC)
Product Category	Cables & Adapters,Cables,Active Optical Cable

Connectivity
Connector Type	QSFP28 to QSFP28 (QSFP+ form-factor)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	QSFP28 (QSFP+)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This Cisco 2-meter active optical cable connects devices supporting 100GBASE standards, providing reliable high-speed data transfer over short distances. It's built for environments where fast, secure, and efficient data transmission is essential, such as data centers and enterprise networking setups. Often found in top-of-rack switches and high-performance servers, this cable is favored by IT professionals looking to maintain network performance without the complexity of additional transceivers. Key Features Delivers 100 Gigabit Ethernet speeds over a compact 2-meter length Employs QSFP28 connectors for easy integration with compatible hardware Supports active optical technology to reduce signal loss and interference Ensures low power consumption compared to traditional copper cables Designed to meet stringent industry standards for data integrity These cables are typically deployed within data centers for server-to-switch or switch-to-switch connections, where maintaining high throughput and low latency is critical. Their active optical design helps tackle challenges in cable management and signal degradation, making them a practical choice for dense networking environments.

Use Cases
The Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC2M active optical cable is commonly deployed in high-density data center environments where short-reach, high-bandwidth connections are essential. It benefits network architects and engineers managing rack-to-rack or switch-to-server links that demand minimal latency and maximized throughput within constrained spaces. How It's Used: Connecting top-of-rack switches to aggregation switches in hyperscale data centers to support intensive virtualization workloads. Interlinking storage clusters in enterprise IT environments requiring reliable, high-speed data transfer with low signal degradation. Facilitating direct server-to-server communications in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters for scientific simulations. Integrating network equipment in edge computing deployments where compact cabling and efficient bandwidth utilization are critical. Supporting short-distance interconnects in financial services data centers to minimize latency in time-sensitive trading applications. This active optical cable enhances operational efficiency by reducing cable complexity and improving signal integrity, which is crucial for scaling network architectures in dense deployments. Its compatibility with QSFP28 interfaces allows seamless integration into existing infrastructures while maintaining performance consistency.

QSFP-100G-AOC2M Cisco 2M 100GBASE QSFP28 Active Optical Cable

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