Brocade 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001 Compatible 40G QSFP+ Active Optical Cable, 50m (164ft)

This 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001 compatible AOC cable provides a 40G direct connection for Brocade equipment in a fixed 50m (164ft) configuration. The QSFP+ to QSFP+ assembly integrates both ends and the cable, giving data-center designers one defined product to evaluate for reach, rack layout, airflow and host compatibility.

OEM Part Number: 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001HT Part Number: 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001

Product Highlights

Compatible alternative to Brocade 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001
40G connectivity at 40Gbps
Interface configuration: QSFP+ to QSFP+
Fixed length and part number: 50m (164ft), 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001
Minimum bend radius: 30mm

Specifications

HT Part Number	40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001
Brocade Compatible	40G-QSFP-QSFP-40G-AOC-5001
Manufacturer	HT
Connector Type	QSFP+ to QSFP+
Data Rate	40Gbps
Minimum Bend Radius	30mm
Cable Length	50m (164.04ft)
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.

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.

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

For this 50m (164ft) version, prepare the destination pathway before connecting either end. A longer assembly can cross separated equipment positions, but its weight and service slack must remain supported without blocking airflow. Handle the integrated optical cable and both optical engines as one factory-terminated product and never pull a connector into position by the cable. The next shorter verified assembly is 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-3001 at 30m (98ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.

Position Within the Length Range

40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001 is the longest of 11 verified length options in this family. Compared with 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-3001 at 30m (98ft), it provides 20m 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.

Data-Center Design and Airflow

Select the assembly by both reach and rack layout. A direct connection removes separate module-and-patch-cord interfaces, but it still needs a bend-safe pathway and clear connector access. Keep cable bundles from blocking front-panel airflow, account for the listed interface power where applicable and choose a length that supports maintenance without leaving an unmanaged coil. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the jacket material is OFNP.

Quality Assurance and Packaging

Each cable receives connector inspection and a functional link check before it is coiled with bend-safe slack and packed. Protective materials shield the connector housings during transport. Rack or project labels are available to keep length, part number and installation destination aligned. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.

Ordering Information

Provide the OEM reference, HT part number, fixed length and quantity, together with the intended host interfaces. Rack-based quantities and packaging instructions can be included for larger deployments. Other lengths are separate products and should be entered on their own order lines. Keep 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001 associated with 50m (164ft) throughout the order and receiving record.

Brocade Compatibility and Factory Testing

Compatibility confirmation combines host identification with actual link establishment and diagnostic checks. The assembly is prepared for the stated OEM reference rather than selected only by connector shape. For a new data-center deployment, the equipment model, port mode and software release provide the most useful basis for a pre-order review. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an original Brocade cable?

No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Brocade 40G-QSFP-QSFP-AOC-5001.

Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?

No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.

Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?

No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.

Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?

Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.

Shipping and Lead Time

Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. 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.