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PAN-QSFP-AOC-xM-BCC | Palo Alto Compatible QSFP to QSFP Active Optical Cable, 40GB, 40GBASE-AOC | 3 & 10M

PAN-QSFP-AOC-3M-BCC

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Description

The PAN-QSFP-AOC-xM-BCC is a drop-in compatible replacement for the Palo Alto PAN-QSFP-AOC-3M. This QSFP+ to QSFP+ active optical cable connects plug-and-play to Palo Alto firewalls and network appliances requiring 40Gb connectivity. - Complies with 40GBASE-AOC and QSFP+ MSA standards, guaranteeing interoperability with Palo Alto QSFP+ 40G ports - Four full-duplex 10Gb/s lanes aggregated to 40Gb/s, 850nm wavelength, multi-mode fibre transmission - QSFP+ form factor with hot-pluggable connectors for non-disruptive installation and removal - Available in 3M and 10M lengths to suit rack-level and intra-rack connectivity requirements - Commercial temperature range (0 to 70 degrees C) for standard data centre and network environments - Lower power consumption than copper alternatives while maintaining signal integrity over extended distances

Features

• IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-SR4 compliance ensures four-lane parallel optical transmission with 10.3125 Gb/s signalling per lane, compatible with standard QSFP+ electrical interfaces
• Active optical architecture integrates VCSEL transmitter and PIN receiver arrays within each connector, eliminating the reach and electromagnetic interference constraints of passive copper while consuming under 1.5W
• MSA SFF-8436 QSFP+ mechanical and electrical specification conformance guarantees hot-plug capability and compatibility with industry-standard cages and host boards
• Multi-mode fibre transmission at 850nm supports distances up to the cable's physical length without external amplification, suited to rack-level and intra-row deployments where copper DAC bend radius or loss would be prohibitive
• Commercial temperature range (0 to 70 degrees C) covers typical firewall, router, and switch operating environments without requiring extended or industrial-rated components
• Four independent full-duplex channels allow host systems to distribute 40Gb/s traffic across lanes as required by the application, whether as a single 40GbE interface or supporting InfiniBand QDR and similar protocols
• Low-profile latch mechanism permits installation and removal in high-density 1U firewall and switch chassis where traditional bail-latch optics would conflict with adjacent ports

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Technical Specifications

Brand: Blue Cable Co
BCC SKU: PAN-QSFP-AOC-xM-BCC
Compatible Replacement For: PAN-QSFP-AOC-3M
Compatibility: Palo Alto compatible
Lab Testing: Tested in Sydney, Australia
Warranty: 5-year advanced hardware replacement (Blue Cable Co)
Form Factor: QSFP+ to QSFP+
Data Rate: 40Gb/s (4 x 10Gb/s lanes)
Wavelength: 850nm
Fibre Type: Multi-mode
Connector Type: QSFP+ to QSFP+
Standards: 40GBASE-AOC, IEEE 802.3ba, QSFP+ MSA (SFF-8436)
Cable Type: Active optical cable (AOC)
Available Lengths: 3M, 10M
Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 degrees C (commercial)
Power Consumption: Less than 1.5W typical

FAQs

Q: Will this work in place of the Palo Alto PAN-QSFP-AOC-3M?
A: Yes. The PAN-QSFP-AOC-xM-BCC is designed to the same 40GBASE-AOC standard, QSFP+ form factor, and 40Gb/s data rate as the Palo Alto original. It will plug and play in any Palo Alto appliance that specifies the PAN-QSFP-AOC-3M, including PA-5200 and PA-7000 Series firewalls with QSFP+ ports.

Q: Which Palo Alto firewall and appliance models support this cable?
A: This cable is compatible with Palo Alto PA-5200 Series and PA-7000 Series platforms, as well as any Palo Alto device with QSFP+ ports that support 40GBASE-AOC or 40GbE connectivity. Verify your appliance has QSFP+ cages and supports 40Gb Ethernet or InfiniBand QDR on the relevant ports.

Q: What is the maximum transmission distance for each cable length?
A: The maximum transmission distance is the physical cable length itself. The 3M cable reaches 3 metres, and the 10M cable reaches 10 metres. Unlike transceiver modules with separate fibre patch cables, AOC cables have integrated fibre between the connectors, so the rated length is the installed reach.

Q: Does this cable support Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) for link health visibility?
A: Yes. The cable supports DDM per the QSFP+ MSA specification, allowing the host system to query temperature, voltage, and per-lane optical power parameters via the I2C management interface. This enables proactive monitoring of link health and cable condition through your firewall or switch management software.

Q: Can I mix 3M and 10M cables between two devices, or must both ends be the same length?
A: The cable is a single fixed-length assembly with integrated QSFP+ connectors on both ends. You cannot mix lengths because the cable is manufactured as one continuous piece. Select the length that matches your physical rack or chassis spacing requirement. Both the 3M and 10M variants operate identically at 40Gb/s.

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