Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 Duplex LC Active Optical Breakout Cable, 30m (98ft)

For short, high-density connections, this AOC cable combines 40G performance with a fixed 30m (98ft) cable run. It corresponds to Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M and uses a factory-terminated active optical link with the optical engines and fiber integrated into the assembly.

OEM Part Number: (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30MHT Part Number: (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M

Product Highlights

• Compatible alternative to Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M
• 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
• Interface configuration: QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC
• Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M
• Minimum bend radius: 30mm

This assembly uses OFNP jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.

The extended 30m (98ft) reach supports connections across adjacent racks or between separated equipment rows. Secure the cable along its route, protect both ends from pull loads and preserve ventilation. The integrated AOC construction avoids a chain of separate modules and patch leads.

(Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M is the longest of 5 verified length options in this family. Compared with (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC20M at 20m (66ft), it provides 10m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.

The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include 10G/40Gigabit Ethernet or Fibre Channel. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.

The QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.

The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.

The HT cable carries the compatibility configuration associated with (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M, while its mechanical assembly remains the fixed 30m (98ft) version described here. Incoming inspection, connector examination and a live link test are completed before packing. Customers with unusually old or new Dell software can request a pre-order check.

Quote HT part number (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M with the required quantity. The 30m (98ft) length is fixed for this part number; if a different length is needed, select its corresponding page and OEM reference from the length list above. Standard HT labels and project-specific packaging are available.

Quality control includes connector appearance, cable identification and functional verification. Packing materials are selected to keep the connector housings and cable boots from taking impact during transport, and the coil is not compressed into an undersized bundle. Volume orders can include customer-specific labels and packing documentation.

Lead time for ordinary configurations is normally one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. We can arrange express courier or economy freight according to destination and carton volume, or hand the shipment to your appointed logistics provider.