Extreme Networks F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M Compatible 40G QSFP+ to 4 Duplex LC Active Optical Breakout Cable, 30m (98ft)
For buyers working from an equipment parts list, F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M identifies more than a connector style. It refers here to a 30m (98ft) AOC cable for Extreme Networks hosts, supporting 40G operation with QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC. The sections below separate the OEM cross-reference, physical specification and HT factory checks for straightforward purchasing review.
OEM Part Number: F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30MHT Part Number: F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Extreme Networks F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M
- 40G connectivity at 40Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M |
|---|---|
| Extreme Networks Compatible | F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ to 4 duplex LC |
| Max Data Rate | 40Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Fiber Type | OM3 Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
| Cable Length | 30m (98.43ft) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | 10G/40Gigabit Ethernet or Fibre Channel |
Cable Construction and Routing
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.
Breakout Port Mapping
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.
Integrated Optical Assembly
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.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 30m (98ft) reach of F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M is useful only when the managed pathway requires it; straight-line distance between ports is not a sufficient measurement. Check the route around rack rails, cable managers and maintenance clearances, then protect the integrated optical cable and both optical engines from tight bends and unsupported spans. The next shorter verified assembly is F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC20M at 20m (66ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M is the longest of 5 verified length options in this family. Compared with F10-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.
Procurement and Port-Mapping Review
A useful purchase order should identify the host platform, the expected OEM code and the exact cable length as separate pieces of information. This prevents a physically similar assembly from being substituted when the port identification or reach is different. For mixed-length installations, prepare one order line per part number and reconcile each delivered cable with its intended pair of ports. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is OFNP.
Network and Protocol Considerations
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.
Extreme Networks Compatibility and Factory Testing
Our procurement-oriented compatibility check begins with the OEM reference and ends with a live host link. We record the physical length separately from the identification configuration, so the cable supplied for this page remains the stated version rather than a generic length substitute. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.
Ordering Information
For a clear bill of materials, quote the OEM reference, HT part number, length and quantity on the same line. Add the switch or server model and software release when a pre-order review is required; project labels can repeat those details for receiving and installation teams. Keep F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M associated with 30m (98ft) throughout the order and receiving record.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Before packing, the assembly is checked for connector condition, identification and link operation. Cables for multi-line orders can be labelled and grouped by part number, making it easier to match each length to the procurement record without opening every protective bag. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Extreme Networks cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Extreme Networks F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. F10-QSFP-8LC-AOC30M refers here to 30m (98ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.