Axiom Fiber Active Optical Cables (AOC) are compliant in all OEM applications. They are pre-configured with an application specific code to meet the requirement set forth by the router and switch OEMs. Axiom compatible AOC cables perform, fit and function identically when compared to ?Original? cables. These Active Optical Cables fully comply with the multi-sourcing agreement (MSA) which enables them to work in all MSA compliant platforms. Axiom brand cables also function with other brands within the same network.