BlueOptics ET5402-AOC-20M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable SFP+ Aqua 20m Male/Male

The BlueOptics ET5402-AOC-20M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable SFP+ Aqua 20m Male/Male is a 20-metre active optical cable (AOC) with SFP+ to SFP+ connectors designed for high-speed short-reach interconnects. It uses multi-mode fibre with integrated optical transmitter and receiver modules at each end to carry optical signals in accordance with common 10GBASE-SR and InfiniBand short-reach protocols. The aqua-coloured jacket provides quick visual identification in cabling environments while the male-to-male SFP+ configuration ensures direct connection between SFP+ ports on switches, routers, storage arrays and host adapters.

Advantages

This AOC offers a fixed-length, low-latency optical link without the need for separate transceivers and patch cords, reducing connector loss and cabling complexity. The integrated SFP+ modules follow MSA-compatible form factors for broad interoperability with equipment that supports compatible active AOC modules. With a 20 m length it covers common in-rack and adjacent-rack connections in data centres and high-performance computing setups.

Suitable for

• Direct 10G SFP+ connections between switches and routers within and between adjacent racks
• High-speed InfiniBand links for compute nodes and storage in HPC clusters
• Storage area network (FCoE / Fibre Channel over Ethernet) short-reach interconnects
• Server to top-of-rack or leaf switch uplinks where a single 20 m optical link is required

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP+ (male-to-male)
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC), multi-mode fibre with integrated transceivers
• Nominal length: 20 metres
• Data rate support: up to 10 Gbit/s (10GBASE-SR, InfiniBand short-reach)
• Colour: aqua
• Form factor compatibility: SFP+ MSA-compatible active module

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port of the devices to be connected, ensuring the latches engage and the connectors are fully seated. Use the cable to link SFP+ ports on switches, routers, storage systems or host adapters up to 20 metres apart. No separate transceiver modules or additional patch cables are required; the integrated optics handle transmission and reception. Verify device compatibility with active AOC modules and check link status indicators on both devices after insertion to confirm a live connection.

Usage recommendations

Route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical strain; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for AOC assemblies. Use the aqua-coloured jacket to organise and identify InfiniBand / 10G links in your patching scheme, and confirm firmware or vendor compatibility notes on devices when deploying active optical cables.