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Arista AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M | 100G QSFP28 Active Optical Cable, 20m, MMF, 850nm

Arista AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M | 100G QSFP28 Active Optical Cable, 20m, MMF, 850nm

SKU:AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M

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Description

The Arista AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M is a 100GbE QSFP28 to QSFP28 Active Optical Cable delivering 100G throughput over 20 metres of multi-mode fibre. Designed for data centre spine-leaf interconnects and high-performance computing environments, it supports four-channel full-duplex operation at 4 x 25 Gb/s, making it ideal for high-density 100G switch, router, and server port deployments where passive copper DAC cables fall short on reach.

Built to the QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 standard, the AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M is RoHS compliant, CE certified, and factory tested for guaranteed compatibility with Arista 100G platforms. With under 3.5W power dissipation per cable end and low cable weight, it suits high-port-count architectures without compromising airflow or thermal management. Visit iptrading.com.au to secure your order — enterprise-grade hardware with expert support.

Features

- Four-channel full-duplex active optical cable at 4 x 25 Gb/s for 100GbE aggregate throughput
- QSFP28 high-density form factor compatible with 100G switch, router, and server ports
- 850nm VCSEL multi-mode fibre transmission for reliable short-to-medium reach connectivity
- Multirate support from 10 Gb/s to 25 Gb/s per channel for flexible deployment
- Low power dissipation (<3.5W per end) ideal for high-port-count data centre architectures
- Lightweight cable construction minimises airflow obstruction in dense rack environments
- QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 compliant for broad interoperability
- RoHS compliant and CE certified
- Factory tested and programmed for guaranteed quality assurance
- Available in multiple length options: 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 metres

Warranty

Arista hardware products come with a 1-year limited hardware warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Extended Warranty Options:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for Arista products. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.
https://www.arista.com/assets/data/pdf/Warranty.pdf

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Technical Specifications

- Data Rate: 100GbE (4 x 25 Gb/s channels)
- Form Factor: QSFP28 to QSFP28
- Cable Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
- Cable Length: 20 metres
- Transmission Medium: Multi-Mode Fibre (MMF)
- Wavelength: 850nm VCSEL
- Multirate Capability: 10 Gb/s to 25 Gb/s per channel
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
- Power Dissipation: <3.5W per cable end
- Connector Standard: QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 compliant
- Compliance: RoHS, CE certified
- Factory tested and programmed for quality assurance

FAQs

Q: What is the maximum reach of the AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M?
A: This cable supports a link length of 20 metres over multi-mode fibre. Arista also offers AOC variants in 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 25, and 30 metre lengths for different rack and row spacing requirements.

Q: Is this cable compatible with non-Arista switches and servers?
A: The AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M is built to the QSFP28 MSA SFF-8665 standard, making it physically compatible with any standard QSFP28 port. However, some vendors lock transceivers via firmware; always verify third-party compatibility before deployment.

Q: What is the difference between an AOC and a DAC cable for 100G applications?
A: A Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable uses copper conductors and is limited to shorter distances (typically up to 5 metres). An Active Optical Cable (AOC) uses fibre optics with active electrical-to-optical conversion at each end, supporting longer reaches up to 30 metres while maintaining very low power consumption and light cable weight.

Q: What type of fibre does this cable use?
A: The AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M uses multi-mode fibre (MMF) with an 850nm VCSEL transmitter — the standard for short-reach 100G data centre interconnects.

Q: Can I purchase the Arista AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller stocking Arista optics and cables. Contact the team for availability, volume pricing, and fast local dispatch.

Q: What power does this AOC consume?
A: Each cable end dissipates less than 3.5W, making the AOC-Q-Q-100G-20M suitable for high-density deployments where power and thermal budgets are critical considerations.

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