Axiom QSFP-DD AOC Cable for HP/Aruba 7 m | Active Optical — R9B48A-AX

Move high-speed traffic across racks with less cable mass using this 7 m QSFP-DD active optical cable from Axiom. Built for HP and Aruba environments, it is designed for direct interconnects where distance, airflow, and cable management all matter. Active optical cabling is a strong fit for dense infrastructure because it delivers the reach needed for rack-to-rack and row-to-row links without the stiffness and weight of comparable copper assemblies. That makes it easier to maintain clean pathways, reduce strain on ports, and preserve airflow in tightly packed enclosures. At 7 m, this cable gives architects more placement flexibility when equipment is not adjacent, while still keeping the connection simple and point-to-point. For teams standardizing on vendor-compatible optics and cabling, an AOC option can reduce complexity in high-speed deployments where predictable physical routing is as important as link performance. Choose this cable when you need a practical, space-conscious interconnect for HP/Aruba hardware and want a cleaner alternative to heavier direct-attach options. Ideal For Connect adjacent racks in a data center row Link HP or Aruba switches across a cabinet aisle Reduce cable mass in high-density network enclosures Standardize short-to-mid reach optical interconnects Why This Product 1 Active optical design for lighter routing 2 7 m reach for rack-to-rack placement 3 QSFP-DD connectivity for high-speed ports 4 HP/Aruba compatibility for targeted deployments