Axiom QSFP-H40G-AOC1M-AX 1 m 40GBASE-AOC QSFP Plus Active Optical Cable

1 m 40GBASE-AOC QSFP+ cable

This Axiom active optical cable provides a 40 Gbps QSFP+ link over a 1 metre span. It is built for data-centre operators and network engineers who need a direct-attached, high-speed uplink between compatible switches and routers. The cable arrives pre-coded for immediate recognition by supported Cisco platforms. It suits teams deploying or expanding 40 Gigabit Ethernet fabrics.

Fits Cisco Nexus and Catalyst 40GbE ports

The QSFP+ connectors plug straight into 40Gb uplink modules on Nexus 9300, 3132, 3172, 3264, 56128, 6001, 6004 and 7000 M2-series switches as well as Catalyst C9500-24Y4C. No separate transceivers or patch cords are required, freeing panel space and reducing insertion loss points. The 1 metre length is suited to adjacent rack or intra-rack connections. Axiom coding ensures the link initialises without manual configuration.

Low-weight active optical design for sustained

At 0.05 lb the cable adds minimal strain to dense port rows while the active optical engine maintains signal integrity across the full 40 Gbps rate. Unlike passive copper assemblies, it does not suffer distance-related attenuation at this length, so sustained throughput remains stable under continuous load. The construction is rated for 100 percent OEM compatibility, meaning thermal and electrical behaviour matches the original module during extended operation.