Dell AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M Compatible 200G QSFP-DD 8 x 25G NRZ to 8 x 25G SFP28 25G NRZ Active Optical Breakout Cable, 70m (230ft)
For project documentation, Dell AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 70m (230ft) AOC assembly for 200G links, using QSFP-DD to 8x 25G SFP28. Its OEM cross-reference, HT part number, specification table and packing options support traceable ordering and installation records.
OEM Part Number: AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70MHT Part Number: AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M
- 200G connectivity at 206.24Gbps (8x 25.78Gbps)
- Interface configuration: QSFP-DD to 8x 25G SFP28
- Fixed length and part number: 70m (230ft), AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: QSFP-DD <4W,SFP28 <1W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M |
|---|---|
| Dell Compatible | AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD to 8x 25G SFP28 |
| Max. Data Rate | 206.24Gbps (8x 25.78Gbps) |
| Cable Length | 70m |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Power Consumption | QSFP-DD <4W,SFP28 <1W |
| Transmitter Type | VSCEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Modulation Format | NRZ |
| BER | 5E-5 |
| Inbuilt FEC | No |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | QSFP-DD MSA V5.0,SFP28 MSA,CMIS V4.0,SFF-8472 |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is NRZ. Both host interfaces must be configured for the same aggregate rate and lane arrangement. A connector that fits mechanically does not by itself guarantee that the remote port supports this encoding or breakout mode.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is QSFP-DD <4W,SFP28 <1W. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses 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 QSFP-DD MSA V5.0,SFP28 MSA,CMIS V4.0,SFF-8472. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP-DD to 8x 25G SFP28 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 70m (230ft) reach of AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M 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 AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-50M at 50m (164ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M is the longest of 12 verified length options in this family. Compared with AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-50M at 50m (164ft), 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.
Project Documentation and Cable Identification
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, physical length and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and use the HT part number on the packing list. Where several lengths arrive together, labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers do not have to identify cables by appearance alone. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is QSFP-DD <4W,SFP28 <1W.
Dell Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification links the compatibility identity to the exact physical assembly described on this page. Identification, connector condition and live link behavior are checked before packing. Customers can submit equipment and firmware details with the project documentation for a more specific pre-order compatibility review. Where supported by the host, receive activity and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Dell cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Dell AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M.
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. AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M refers here to 70m (230ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
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.
Ordering Information
Use the listed HT part number for ordering and retain the OEM reference as the host-compatibility cross-reference. Send quantities by length, along with any rack-based packing or label instructions. If the project has mixed equipment, include the host model for each group rather than relying only on the aggregate cable rate. Quantity and any labeling instructions should be attached specifically to AOC-Q28DD-8S28-25G-70M.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. International express, air cargo and sea freight can be selected according to destination and carton volume; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are also accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Inspection and link testing are completed before the cable enters its protective packaging. Project orders can be packed and labelled by length, rack or customer reference, with packing documentation that makes received quantities straightforward to reconcile against the installation schedule. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
