QSFP28 AEC for 100G runs 2–7 m where DAC's signal integrity tops out and AOC is overkill. Active retimers handle the link without burning the budget of an AOC. Pre-paired and tested as a unit.
Form factors valid for 100G
100G ships only with QSFP28.
Straight-through, breakout, or custom RFQ
Breakouts split a single Side A connector into multiple Side B legs. Custom (RFQ) routes the configuration to engineering for review.
Signal-conditioning architecture for this cable.
Defaults to Standard. Custom routes to engineering review.
Mirrors Side A in straight-through; thermal top is independent
Side B mirrors Side A in straight-through. Choose a breakout architecture above to split into independent legs.
Standard lengths in meters; custom triggers engineering review
Custom lengths trigger engineering review.
Both ends share coding in straight-through
Vendor coding ensures the part number routes correctly. "Custom" triggers engineering review.
