Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 Duplex LC Active Optical Breakout Cable, 5m (16ft)

For short, high-density connections, this AOC cable combines 40G performance with a fixed 5m (16ft) cable run. It corresponds to Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M 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-AOC5MHT Part Number: (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M

Product Highlights

• Compatible alternative to Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M
• 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
• Interface configuration: QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC
• Fixed length and part number: 5m (16ft), (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M
• 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 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 5m (16ft) length gives (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M more freedom for adjacent-rack and row-end deployments. The integrated optical assembly should be supported along its route without tight bends or connector pull loads; the AOC specification and host support must still match the intended link.

(Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M is the shortest of 5 verified length options in this family. It is the preferred choice when the port positions are close and cable slack must be kept to a minimum. The next option is (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC10M at 10m (33ft), adding 5m for a less direct routing path; selecting it unnecessarily would leave more cable to dress.

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.

Our compatibility setup for Dell (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M is checked together with the physical 5m (16ft) assembly. Factory verification covers connector condition, host identification, error-free link establishment and optical link operation, receive activity and diagnostic readouts. Providing the exact host model and firmware release helps us identify platform-specific requirements before production.

When ordering, specify (Force10) CBL-QSFP-8LC-AOC5M, cable length 5m (16ft) and the host platform. This allows our team to verify both the physical assembly and the compatibility requirement before production. Neutral labeling and customer packing lists can be arranged for volume orders.

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.

Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days. Worldwide courier, air freight and sea freight options are available, and shipments can also be sent on your own courier account or delivered to an appointed forwarder.