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AOC-QSFP-100G-xM-BCC | Dell Compatible QSFP to QSFP Active Optical Cable, 100GBASE-AOC | 3 to 30M

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Description

The AOC-QSFP-100G-xM-BCC is a drop-in compatible replacement for the Dell AOC-QSFP-100G-3M. This active optical cable provides plug-and-play connectivity for Dell Networking equipment with 100G QSFP28 ports. - Compliant with QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 and IEEE 802.3bm 100GBASE-SR4 standards for guaranteed interoperability with Dell platforms - QSFP28 to QSFP28 form factor with 100 Gbps aggregate data rate over four 25 Gbps lanes using multimode fibre - 850 nm VCSEL transmitter array and PIN receiver array for low-power, reliable optical transmission - Available in 3M, 7M, 10M, and 30M lengths for flexible rack-to-rack and intra-rack connectivity - Supports Ethernet 100GBASE-SR4, InfiniBand EDR, and OTU4 applications depending on port configuration - Hot-pluggable with integrated optics in both cable ends, eliminating the need for separate transceivers and patch cords

Features

• Four independent full-duplex optical channels operating at 25 Gbps each deliver 100 Gbps aggregate throughput, compliant with IEEE 802.3bm 100GBASE-SR4 and QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 for multi-vendor platform compatibility
• 850 nm VCSEL transmitter and PIN receiver arrays embedded in both cable ends provide complete active optical assemblies, eliminating the need for separate transceivers and reducing overall system cost
• Multimode fibre medium enables flexible reach up to 70m over OM3 or 100m over OM4 infrastructure, with significantly lower weight and tighter bend radius compared to passive copper alternatives
• Low power dissipation under 3.5W per cable end reduces cooling requirements and enables higher-density deployments in rack environments with limited thermal headroom
• Hot-pluggable design supports in-service installation and removal without disrupting adjacent ports or requiring system downtime
• Standard 0°C to 70°C operating temperature range suits typical data centre and enterprise networking environments
• Each of the four lanes operates independently, allowing compatible platforms to support breakout configurations to 4 x 25G SFP28 ports using appropriate fibre infrastructure

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Technical Specifications

Brand: Blue Cable Co
BCC SKU: AOC-QSFP-100G-xM-BCC
Compatible Replacement For: AOC-QSFP-100G-3M
Compatibility: Dell compatible
Lab Testing: Tested in Sydney, Australia
Warranty: 5-year advanced hardware replacement (Blue Cable Co)
Form Factor: QSFP28 to QSFP28 active optical cable
Data Rate: 100 Gbps aggregate (4 x 25 Gbps per lane)
Wavelength: 850 nm
Fibre Type: Multimode Fiber (MMF)
Connector Type: QSFP28 connectors (both ends)
Standards: IEEE 802.3bm 100GBASE-SR4, QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665
Available Lengths: 3M, 7M, 10M, 30M
Max Reach: Up to 70m over OM3, up to 100m over OM4 (per standard, subject to fibre and link conditions)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
Power Consumption: <3.5W per cable end

FAQs

Q: Will this work in place of the Dell AOC-QSFP-100G-3M?
A: Yes. The AOC-QSFP-100G-xM-BCC is designed as a direct replacement for the Dell AOC-QSFP-100G-3M and other lengths in that family. It uses the same QSFP28 form factor, delivers 100 Gbps aggregate data rate over four 25 Gbps lanes, and complies with IEEE 802.3bm 100GBASE-SR4 and QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 standards. The cable is plug-and-play compatible with Dell Networking equipment that supports 100G QSFP28 ports.

Q: Which Dell platforms are compatible with this AOC cable?
A: This cable is compatible with Dell Networking switches, routers, and servers equipped with 100G QSFP28 ports that support active optical cables. Compatibility is based on adherence to QSFP28 MSA and IEEE 802.3bm standards. Specific platform validation depends on the switch or server supporting 100GBASE-SR4 AOC operation in the QSFP28 port.

Q: Can I use this cable for distances beyond 30 metres?
A: The cable assembly itself is available in fixed lengths of 3M, 7M, 10M, and 30M. However, the embedded 850 nm VCSEL optics support transmission up to 70m over OM3 multimode fibre or 100m over OM4 fibre per the 100GBASE-SR4 standard. If you require a longer cable assembly beyond 30M, contact us to discuss custom length options within the optical reach limits.

Q: Does this cable support breakout to 4 x 25G SFP28 connections?
A: The cable provides four independent 25 Gbps optical lanes, which is the physical layer foundation for breakout capability. However, breakout to 4 x 25G SFP28 ports requires both platform support for lane mapping and appropriate fibre infrastructure, such as an MPO-to-4xLC breakout cable or cassette. Whether breakout is supported depends on your switch or NOS capabilities and is not a function of the QSFP28 AOC itself.

Q: What is the advantage of AOC over passive copper DAC for 100G connections?
A: Active optical cables offer significantly lower weight, tighter minimum bend radius, and immunity to electromagnetic interference compared to passive 100G copper DAC cables. AOCs also support longer distances: copper DAC is typically limited to 5 metres, whereas this AOC family extends to 30M cable length with optics capable of up to 100m over OM4 fibre. The trade-off is higher cost and power consumption per cable end compared to passive copper.

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