Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC1M= 100G QSFP28 Active Optical Cable

• Spine-leaf data center fabric interconnects
• Top-of-rack (ToR) to server or switch connections
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Cloud infrastructure and hyperscale data centers
• AI/ML training and inference workloads
• Virtualized enterprise environments (VMware, OpenStack)
• Financial trading systems requiring ultra-low latency
• Storage area network (SAN) high-speed interconnects
• Network function virtualization (NFV) deployments
• Enterprise data center modernization and consolidation projects

• 100G QSFP28 active optical cable for high-speed networking
• 1-meter optimized short-reach data center connectivity
• Integrated transceiver and fiber solution in a single assembly
• Low-latency interconnect for performance-critical applications
• Designed for Cisco QSFP28-compatible networking ecosystems
• Supports dense rack and adjacent-rack deployments
• Reduces cable clutter compared to multi-component optics
• Improved signal integrity over passive copper alternatives
• Ideal for spine-leaf and leaf-spine architectures
• Optimized for high-bandwidth virtualization and cloud workloads
• Supports scalable data center expansion strategies
• Enhances airflow efficiency in high-density racks
• Simplifies procurement and deployment workflows
• Reduces points of failure in structured cabling design

• Brand: Cisco
• Product Name: Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC1M=
• Product Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Form Factor: QSFP28
• Data Rate: 100 Gigabit Ethernet
• Cable Length: 1 Meter
• Interface Type: QSFP28 to QSFP28
• Media Type: Optical fiber (active integrated solution)
• Compatibility: Cisco QSFP28-supported switches and routers
• Deployment: Short-reach data center interconnect
• Use Case: Intra-rack / adjacent-rack connectivity
  

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• The Cisco QSFP-100G-AOC1M= is selected by organizations that require predictable 100G performance in dense, high-speed networking environments where latency, bandwidth, and reliability are mission-critical.
• Its integrated active optical design reduces complexity by eliminating separate transceivers and patch cabling, making it well-suited for streamlined data center deployments and scalable infrastructure designs. Compared to copper-based alternatives, it offers improved signal stability and reduced interference in high-density racks.
• For enterprises transitioning toward cloud-native, virtualized, and AI-driven infrastructures, it delivers a future-ready interconnect solution that supports scalability, operational efficiency, and high availability across evolving digital workloads.