Dell QSFP28 to QSFP28 100GbE Active Optical Cable (AOC) 30M AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M 0NW8DM

The Dell AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M (Dell Part Number: 0NW8DM) is a high-performance 100GbE QSFP28 Active Optical Cable (AOC) designed for high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity in modern data centers, enterprise networks, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments.

Unlike passive copper DAC cables, this Active Optical Cable (AOC) utilizes integrated optical transceivers and fiber optics to support longer-distance connections while maintaining excellent signal integrity and reducing cable bulk. With a 30-meter (98.4 ft) reach, it is ideal for inter-rack and row-to-row deployments where traditional copper cables are not practical.

The cable features QSFP28 connectors on both ends and supports data rates up to 100GbE, making it an excellent solution for connecting switches, servers, storage systems, and high-speed network adapters.

• Genuine Dell Active Optical Cable
• Dell Part Number: 0NW8DM
• Model: AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M
• QSFP28 to QSFP28 Connectivity
• Supports 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE)
• Active Optical Cable (AOC) Technology
• 30 Meter (98.4 ft) Length
• Low-Latency High-Speed Connectivity
• Lightweight Fiber-Based Design
• Hot-Pluggable QSFP28 Interfaces
• Integrated Optical Transceivers
• Reduced Power Consumption Compared to Separate Optics
• Designed for Data Center and Enterprise Networking

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Dell Part Number: 0NW8DM
• Model Number: AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M
• Cable Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Connector A: 1 x QSFP28
• Connector B: 1 x QSFP28
• Ethernet Speed: 100GbE
• Form Factor: QSFP28
• Cable Length: 30 Meters (98.4 Feet)
• Fiber Type: Integrated Optical Fiber Assembly
• Hot Pluggable: Yes
• Protocol Support: 100 Gigabit Ethernet
• Application: Data Center, HPC, Enterprise Networking
• Power: Active Optical Design

Compatible with networking equipment utilizing standard 100GbE QSFP28 ports.

Dell Networking Platforms

• Dell PowerSwitch Series
• Dell EMC Networking Switches
• Dell Open Networking Platforms
• Dell Enterprise Data Center Switches

Dell Server Platforms

• Dell PowerEdge Servers with QSFP28 Network Adapters
• Dell High Performance Computing Clusters
• Dell Hyperconverged Infrastructure Platforms

Compatible Switch Vendors

• Cisco Nexus Series
• Arista 7000 Series
• Juniper QFX Series
• NVIDIA Mellanox Spectrum Switches
• HPE FlexFabric Switches
• Extreme Networks Data Center Switches
• Open Networking Platforms Supporting QSFP28

Compatible Network Adapters

• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-4
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-5
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-7
• Intel 100GbE Adapters
• Broadcom 100GbE Adapters
• Marvell High-Speed Ethernet Adapters

Typical Applications

• Switch-to-Switch Connectivity
• Switch-to-Server Connectivity
• Spine-and-Leaf Architectures
• High Performance Computing (HPC)
• Cloud Data Centers
• Enterprise Data Centers
• Storage Networking
• Hyperconverged Infrastructure
• 100GbE Backbone Links
• Inter-Rack Connections

• Extended 30-meter reach
• Thinner and lighter than copper alternatives
• High signal integrity
• Reduced cable management complexity
• Low latency performance
• Ideal for high-density deployments
• Plug-and-play installation
• Reliable enterprise-grade connectivity

• 1x Dell AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M Active Optical Cable
• Dell Part Number: 0NW8DM
• Length: 30 Meters (98.4 Feet)

Alternate Part Numbers

• 0NW8DM
• AOC-QSFP28-100G-30M
• Dell 100GbE AOC
• Dell QSFP28 Active Optical Cable
• 100G QSFP28 AOC 30M

This cable is designed for devices equipped with QSFP28 100GbE ports. Compatibility may depend on switch firmware, transceiver validation settings, or network adapter requirements. Please verify your equipment supports QSFP28 Active Optical Cables (AOC) before purchasing.

Condition: Tested and fully functional. Cable only. No additional accessories are included unless specifically shown in the product photos.