Arista Networks AOC-Q-4S-100G Compatible 100G QSFP28 4 x 25G NRZ to 4 x 25G SFP28 NRZ Active Optical Breakout Cable
This Arista Networks AOC-Q-4S-100G compatible cable series provides 100G connectivity through a QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 configuration. It is a complete optical assembly with permanently attached ends and integrated fiber. The page brings together the series specifications, compatibility guidance and direct links to the individual length and OEM part-number pages used for ordering.
Series Part Number: AOC-Q-4S-100GHT Part Number: AOC-Q-4S-100G
Product Highlights
- HT-manufactured compatible alternative for Arista Networks AOC-Q-4S-100G
- 100G aggregate connectivity at 100Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP28 to 4x SFP28
- Breakout AOC
- Length configurations covered: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), 7m (23ft), 10m (33ft), 15m (49ft), 20m (66ft), 25m (82ft), 30m (98ft) and 50m (164ft)
- Power consumption: 2.2W (QSFP28 End)0.8W (SFP28 Per End)
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Available Lengths and Corresponding Part Numbers
The documented configurations are 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), 7m (23ft), 10m (33ft), 15m (49ft), 20m (66ft), 25m (82ft), 30m (98ft) and 50m (164ft). Each link below opens the separate product page for that physical length and its corresponding OEM part number. Select the exact assembly required by the route and purchase order; custom project lengths can be discussed separately.
Compatible OEM Part Numbers
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-1M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-2M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-3M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-5M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-7M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-10M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-15M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-20M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-25M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-30M
- AOC-Q-4S-100G-50M
Specifications
| Arista Networks Compatible | AOC-Q-4S-100G-1M |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | AOC-Q-4S-100G |
| Form Factor | QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 |
| Max. Data Rate | 100Gbps |
| Cable Length Options Covered | 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), 7m (23ft), 10m (33ft), 15m (49ft), 20m (66ft), 25m (82ft), 30m (98ft) and 50m (164ft) |
| Cable Type | Breakout AOC |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Max. Power Consumption | 2.2W (QSFP28 End)0.8W (SFP28 Per End) |
| Modulation Format | QSFP28-4x 25G-NRZ SFP28-1x 25G-NRZ |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | QSFP28 MSA, SFP28 MSA |
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the route and both connectors before installation, then support the cable without pulling on either connector housing. During maintenance, release the latch properly rather than using the cable as a handle. Keep protection on unused ends, and if the assembly is removed for later use, coil it loosely and record its part number so the same length can be returned to service. For this series, keep the interface rate, AOC construction and length-specific OEM reference together throughout that review.
Applications and Deployment
Active optical cables integrate optical engines and fiber into a single factory-terminated link. They provide a lighter, longer-reach alternative to copper direct attach without requiring separate transceiver and patch-cord selection. The complete assembly should be routed with bend protection and connected only between compatible optical standards and port modes. For this series, the listed interface is QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 and the aggregate rate is 100G.
Cable Construction and Routing
For this assembly, the jacket material is OFNP; the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the operating temperature is 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F); the power consumption is 2.2W (QSFP28 End)0.8W (SFP28 Per End). These parameters belong in the installation review rather than being treated as catalogue trivia. Route the cable through its intended managers without tension, avoid pressure close to the connector boots and leave enough space to operate the latches. Any service loop must respect the stated bend limit.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
The cable and both connectors are inspected before a functional link test. Connector protection and bend-safe packing reduce handling damage during transport and storage. Customer or site labels can be added for field inventories, with different lengths separated to simplify issue and return of spare assemblies. Both connector ends are inspected as part of the complete assembly, and protective packing is selected to avoid tight bends during transport and storage.
Arista Networks Compatibility and Factory Testing
A field-ready cable needs both correct identification and a stable operating link. Our pre-packing check therefore includes the connectors, host recognition and link behavior. For equipment with uncertain revision history, providing the host model and software release helps identify compatibility requirements before the assembly reaches the installation site. Series-level inspection is followed by the exact length and OEM configuration selected for dispatch. Functional verification includes link establishment and diagnostic indications where the host exposes them.
Ordering Information
Request the cable by its exact part number and length, and state the equipment model if compatibility confirmation is needed. Site orders can list quantities by rack or installation team. Any requested label should retain the part number so a removed or spare cable can still be identified accurately. For this series, follow the corresponding length link, quote that exact OEM part number and keep different lengths on separate order lines. HT part number AOC-Q-4S-100G identifies the product family; the linked page provides the final length-specific identity.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Arista Networks cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible cable for equipment that specifies AOC-Q-4S-100G, not an original Arista Networks-branded product.
Are different lengths and OEM part numbers separate products?
Yes. Where a length has its own OEM reference, follow the corresponding link above and order that exact part number on its own line. Do not substitute another length only because the connector arrangement is the same.
