{"product_id":"enet-cisco-arista-mellanox-100gbase-aoc-qsfp28-3m-om3","title":"ENET CISCO\/ARISTA\/MELLANOX 100GBASE AOC QSFP28 3M OM3","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eENET CISCO\/ARISTA\/MELLANOX 100GBASE AOC QSFP28 3M OM3 TAA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE AOC QSFP28 active optical cable\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers ultra-high-speed connectivity for enterprise data centers and cloud infrastructure. This \u003cstrong\u003e3-meter QSFP28 to QSFP28 AOC\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for seamless compatibility with Cisco, Arista, and Mellanox switching platforms, providing reliable 100 Gigabit Ethernet performance over multimode fiber. Built to TAA specifications, this cable meets federal procurement requirements while offering superior signal integrity and reduced power consumption compared to copper alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-density data center deployments\u003c\/strong\u003e, this active optical cable minimizes latency and heat generation in mission-critical network environments. Whether upgrading legacy infrastructure or building new high-performance clusters, the 100GBASE AOC ensures future-proof connectivity with proven interoperability across leading networking vendors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE-SR4 Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers 100 Gbps throughput over 3-meter multimode fiber distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 Connector Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct compatibility with Cisco, Arista, and Mellanox QSFP28 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Optical Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated signal conditioning for extended reach and superior signal quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOM3 Multimode Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for 50-micron multimode fiber infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Power Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces data center cooling costs versus copper DAC alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTAA Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and federal procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Meter Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for mid-range rack-to-rack and switch-to-switch connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot-Pluggable Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports live insertion and removal without service interruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eENET SOLUTIONS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQS28AO2-CAM-3M-ENC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Optical Cable (AOC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP28 to QSFP28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Gbps (100GBASE-SR4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOM3 Multimode (50-micron)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWavelength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e850 nm (VCSEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Distance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 meters (OM3 multimode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;1.5W per module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20°C to 85°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTAA, RoHS, IEEE 802.3bm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVendor Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco, Arista, Mellanox (and equivalents)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between AOC and DAC cables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive Optical Cables (AOC) use fiber optics with integrated electronics for signal conditioning, offering lower latency, reduced heat, and longer reach than Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables. The \u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE AOC\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for data centers prioritizing efficiency and performance over short distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this QSFP28 cable compatible with my Cisco switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This \u003cstrong\u003eQSFP28 AOC 3M cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is fully compatible with Cisco Nexus 3000, 9000, and UCS platforms supporting 100GBASE-SR4. Verify your switch's QSFP28 port specifications before purchase. ENET cables are validated for interoperability with Cisco, Arista, and Mellanox ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this active optical cable in a government procurement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This cable is \u003cstrong\u003eTAA-compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e, meeting Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal and government purchasing. The TAA certification ensures compliance with Buy American provisions and domestic content standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum distance for 100GBASE-SR4 over OM3 fiber?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e100GBASE-SR4 standard\u003c\/strong\u003e supports up to 300 meters over OM3 multimode fiber. This 3-meter cable is well-suited for intra-datacenter rack-to-rack and switch-to-switch connections with headroom for future expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ENET SOLUTIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734096257099,"sku":"QS28AO2-CAM-3M-ENC","price":1426.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/enet-cisco-arista-mellanox-100gbase-aoc-qsfp28-3m-om3","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}