80G QSFP-DD to 8×10G SFP+ Active Optical Cable (AOC), Armored

• 8-channel full-duplex active optical cable architecture
• QSFP-DD to 8×SFP+ breakout configuration
• Supports 10.3125Gbps per optical lane
• Up to 80Gbps aggregate bandwidth
• 850nm VCSEL array transmitter and PIN array receiver
• Designed for OM2 multimode fiber systems
• Maximum transmission distance of 82m
• Compliant with QSFP-DD MSA and SFP+ MSA
• Supports CMIS and SFF-8472 management interfaces
• Low power consumption: ≤4W for QSFP-DD side and ≤1W per SFP+ side
• 3.3V power supply
• NRZ modulation
• DDM/DOM supported
• Armored cable construction for enhanced mechanical protection
• LSZH cable jacket
• COB optical packaging
• Hot-pluggable QSFP-DD and SFP+ interfaces

• 80G QSFP-DD to 8×10G network breakout
• Data center network migration
• High-density 10G server connectivity
• QSFP-DD switch-to-server connections
• Data center spine-to-leaf and aggregation networks
• 10G Ethernet infrastructure
• Server and storage network interconnects
• Cloud computing infrastructure
• High-density rack deployments
• Network equipment requiring multiple 10G links from a QSFP-DD port

OEM and customized QSFP-DD to SFP+ AOC solutions are available for network equipment manufacturers, system integrators, distributors, and data center operators. Customization options may include cable length, armored construction, labeling, connector identification, packaging, branding, and other project-specific requirements.

For large-scale deployments, compatibility with the target QSFP-DD switch, router, server, or network platform can be evaluated. Customers can provide equipment models, required transmission distance, cable quantity, and network topology for configuration and compatibility assessment.

What is the purpose of the 8×10G breakout configuration?

The cable allows one QSFP-DD port to provide eight independent 10G SFP+ connections. This is useful when a high-density QSFP-DD switch or other network device needs to connect to multiple 10G servers, switches, storage systems, or other network interfaces.

Is the cable an active optical solution?

Yes. The cable contains integrated optical transmit and receive components at the connector ends. VCSEL arrays transmit the optical signals, while PIN arrays receive them, eliminating the need for separate SFP+ transceivers and fiber patch cables.

Why does the cable use OM2 multimode fiber?

OM2 multimode fiber is suitable for short- and medium-range 10G optical transmission and provides a cost-effective solution for the intended application. The specified configuration supports a maximum reach of 82m.

What does the armored construction provide?

The armored design provides additional mechanical protection to the optical cable assembly, helping protect the internal fibers from external mechanical stress during installation, routing, and maintenance. It can be particularly useful in dense or demanding cable-management environments.

Does the QSFP-DD side consume 4W total?

The specified maximum power consumption is ≤4W for the QSFP-DD end, while each SFP+ end is specified at ≤1W. Actual power consumption may vary according to operating conditions, data rate, and host equipment.

Can this cable connect to any QSFP-DD switch?

Not necessarily. The QSFP-DD host must support the appropriate breakout configuration and the required 10G operating mode. The SFP+ devices on the other end must also support the corresponding 10G interface. Equipment compatibility and port configuration should therefore be confirmed before deployment.