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QSFP-H40G-AOC5M, Cisco QSFP Cable, 40GBASE-CR4/5m Length/Copper

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    QSFP-H40G-AOC5M, Cisco QSFP Cable, 40GBASE-CR4/5m Length/Copper

    QSFP-H40G-AOC5M, Cisco QSFP Cable, 40GBASE-CR4/5m Length/Copper

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    Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M Overview

    The Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M is a high-speed 40GBASE active optical cable designed for data center and enterprise aggregation links. This QSFP direct-attach solution provides a fixed 5m connection with low 1.5W power consumption, ideal for top-of-rack to end-of-row connectivity across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. Its gray pull tab and compact 13.5 x 18.4 x 72.4mm housing simplify high-density switch deployments for distributors, integrators, and end users seeking reliable 40G performance.

    Product Highlights

    5m
    Cable Run
    1.5W
    Low Power
    40G
    Data Rate

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Data Center
    The 5m QSFP-H40G-AOC5M simplifies 40G spine-leaf and top-of-rack links, lowering latency and cabling complexity while helping cut deployment time by up to 30%.
    Cloud Services
    Used between high-density switches and cloud servers, this active optical cable delivers stable 40G bandwidth and can reduce power draw versus discrete optics.
    Enterprise Network
    Ideal for campus cores and aggregation, it offers predictable 5m links that simplify design, cut troubleshooting effort, and improve backbone resilience.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco Huawei Cisco Huawei
    Model QSFP-H40G-AOC5M, Cisco QSFP Cable, 40GBASE-CR4/5m Length/Copper SFP-10G-AOC10M, Huawei SFP+ Optical Transceiver, 1G~10G/850nm/10m SFP-H10GB-CU2M, Cisco SFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable, 10Gbps/2m Length/SFP+ Connector QSFP-40G-iSR4, Huawei QSFP+ Optical Transceiver, 40G Multi-mode/0.15km/850nm
    Brand Cisco Huawei Cisco Huawei
    Data Rate n/a 1G to 10G 10Gbps 40 Gbps
    Wavelength \ 850 nm n/a 850 nm
    Transmission Distance 5m 10 m 2 m Up to 150 m
    Connector Type n/a SFP+ SFP+ to SFP+ MTP/MPO
    Compliance Standard IEEE 802.3ba; IEEE 802.3ae; QSFP+ MSA SFF-8436; SFP+ MSA SFF-8431 and -8461; RoHS 6; GR-20-CORE; GR-326-CORE; GR-1435-CORE RoHS, CE, FCC RoHS Compliant n/a

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    SFP-H10GB-CU2M Cisco SFP+ 10Gbps 2m direct attach copper cable for short server-to-switch links alongside QSFP-H40G-AOC5M.
    QSFP-40G-iSR4 Huawei QSFP+ 40G multimode optical transceiver for longer backbone hops complementing 5m AOC runs.
    HW:SFP-10G-AOC10M Huawei SFP+ 1G–10G 10m active optical cable for flexible top-of-rack server connectivity.

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    Specification

    Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M Specification

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    Description
    Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 5-meter
    Dimensions
    13.5 x 18.4 x 72.4mm
    Wavelength (nm)
    \
    Cable Type
    Active optical cable assembly
    Core Size (microns)
    \
    Modal Bandwidth (MHz-km)
    \
    Cable Distance
    5m
    Power Consumption (W)
    1.5
    Pull Tab Color
    Gray
    Commercial temperature
    0 to 70 ° C (32 to 158 ° F)
    S torage temperature
    -40 to 85 ° C (-40 to 185 ° F)
    Standards
    •GR-20-CORE: Generic Requirements for Optical Fiber and Optical Fiber Cable •GR-326-CORE: Generic Requirements for Single-Mode Optical Connectors and Jumper Assemblies •GR-1435-CORE: Generic Requirements for Multifiber Optical Connectors •IEEE 802.3ba (-SR4, -LR4) •IEEE 802.3ae (-CSR4) •QSFP+ MSA SFF-8436 •SFP+ MSA SFF-8431 and -8461 •RoHS 6
    Safety
    •Cable jacket of QSFP copper modules is UL E116441 Compliant •QSFP copper cables are ELV Compliant
    Weight
    0.93 kg

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    What accessories are available for the Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M?

    Accessories for the Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M include cable management clips, dust caps, and QSFP port extenders.

    How does the Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M compare with similar products?

    The Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M is comparable in performance to other 40G QSFP cables but may offer better compatibility and reliability in Cisco-dominated environments.

    Can the Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M handle high-speed data transfers efficiently?

    Yes, the Cisco QSFP-H40G-AOC5M is designed to handle high-speed 40Gbps data transfers efficiently, making it suitable for demanding applications.

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