400G QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD Active Optical Cable (AOC), 850nm MMF
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Product Highlights:
- 400G QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD AOC
- 400GAUI-8 with PAM4 signaling
- 53.125Gbps per channel
- 850nm VCSEL/PD optical technology
- 1m to 50m length options
- Lightweight and flexible design
- Ideal for AI and high-density data centers
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Description
The 400G QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a high-speed multimode fiber interconnect designed for 400Gbps short- to medium-distance data center and high-performance networking applications. Featuring QSFP-DD connectors at both ends, it supports 400GAUI-8 electrical interfaces with PAM4 signaling at up to 53.125Gbps per channel. Integrated 850nm VCSEL transmitter arrays and photodetector arrays convert electrical signals to optical signals and back within the cable assembly, eliminating the need for separate optical transceiver modules. Available in lengths from 1m to 50m, the lightweight and flexible AOC provides reliable high-bandwidth connectivity for switch-to-switch, switch-to-server, AI, HPC, and high-density data center interconnects.
Specification
| Data Rate | 400Gbps |
|---|---|
| Connector Configuration | QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD |
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD |
| Electrical Interface | 400GAUI-8 |
| Data Rate per Channel | Up to 53.125Gbps |
| Modulation | PAM4 |
| Optical Wavelength | 850nm |
| Fiber Type | Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
| Fiber Grade | OM3 |
| Transmission Distance | 1–50m |
| Optical Transmitter | 850nm VCSEL array |
| Optical Receiver | Photodetector (PD) array |
| Diagnostic Function | DDM |
| Hot-Pluggable | Yes |
| Power Supply | Single +3.3V |
| Operating Temperature | Not specified |
| Compliance | RoHS 2.0 |
Features
- 400G QSFP-DD to QSFP-DD connectivity
- Up to 400Gbps aggregate data rate
- Supports 400GAUI-8 electrical interface
- PAM4 signaling
- Up to 53.125Gbps per channel
- 850nm VCSEL transmitter arrays
- Integrated photodetector arrays
- Multimode fiber transmission
- Available in 1m to 50m lengths
- Lightweight and flexible cable design
- Integrated optical conversion
- No separate optical transceivers required
- Designed for short- to medium-distance connectivity
Applications
- 400G Ethernet networks
- Data center switch-to-switch connections
- Switch-to-server connectivity
- AI and GPU clusters
- High-performance computing
- High-density data center interconnects
- 400G network infrastructure
- Short- and medium-distance 400G connections
FAQ
What electrical interface does this AOC support?
The cable supports the 400GAUI-8 electrical interface with PAM4 signaling and data rates of up to 53.125Gbps per channel.
What optical technology does it use?
The AOC uses 850nm VCSEL transmitter arrays and integrated photodetector arrays to convert electrical signals to optical signals and back within the cable assembly.
What cable lengths are available?
The AOC is available in lengths from 1 meter to 50 meters, providing flexibility for different rack and data center layouts.
Are separate optical transceiver modules required?
No. The optical conversion components are integrated into the QSFP-DD ends of the AOC, eliminating the need for separate transceivers and fiber patch cables.
Why use an AOC instead of a high-speed copper cable?
The AOC provides a lightweight and flexible alternative for longer short-range connections, with optical transmission that can simplify cable management and support higher-density data center deployments.
Featured DACs & AOCs Comparison Guide
| SKU | Cable Type | Data Rate | Form Factor A | Form Factor B | Wire Type | Length |
| AOC-100GQSFP28-5 | AOC | 100G | QSFP28 | QSFP28 | OM4 Fiber Cable | 5M |
| AOC-10GSFP-10 | AOC | 10G | SFP+ | SFP+ | OM4 Fiber Cable | 10M |
| AOC-25GSFP28-3 | AOC | 25G | SFP28 | SFP28 | OM4 Fiber Cable | 3M |
| AOC-40GQSFP-10 | AOC | 40G | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | OM3 Fiber Cable | 10M |
| AOC-QSFP-10G4SFP-5 | AOC | 40G | QSFP+ | 4*SFP+ | OM3 Fiber Cable | 5M |
| AOC-QSFP28-4SFP28-3 | AOC | 100G | QSFP28 | 4×SFP28 | OM3 Fiber Cable | 3M |
| DAC-100GQSFP28-25G4SFP28-P5 | DAC | 100G | QSFP28 | 4×SFP28 | 24AWG | 5M |
| DAC-100GQSFP28-P3 | DAC | 100G | QSFP28 | QSFP28 | 26AWG | 3M |
| DAC-10GCX4-P05 | DAC | 10G | CX4 | CX4 | 28AWG | 3M |
| DAC-10GSFP-P10 | DAC | 10G | SFP+ | SFP+ | 24AWG | 10M |
| DAC-400GQSFP-P5 | DAC | 400G | QSFP-DD | QSFP-DD | 30AWG | 5M |
| DAC-40GQSFP-P07 | DAC | 40G | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | 28AWG | 7M |
| DAC-QSFP-10G4SFP-P03 | DAC | 40G | QSFP+ | 4 * SFP+ | 30AWG | 3M |
| DAC-SFP-P05 | DAC | 1.25G | SFP | SFP | 30AWG | 5M |
Quality Qulifications and Compliance
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Please Note: Our products comply with all internationally recognized and industry-standard specifications. For customized or special requirement products, we carry out testing and standards in accordance with the conformity criteria specified in the contract.
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