CBO Direct Attach Cable JD097B-BL 10GBASE-CR SFP+ to SFP+ Twinaxial Copper, Blue

CBO Direct Attach Cable JD097B-BL 10GBASE-CR SFP+ to SFP+ Twinaxial Copper, Blue is a factory-terminated twinax copper assembly intended for short-reach 10 Gigabit Ethernet links between SFP+ ports. The cable provides a fixed electrical connection that eliminates the need for separate transceivers, delivering low latency and predictable signal integrity for interconnections in switches, servers and storage systems. The blue outer jacket aids visual identification within rack and data center environments.

Advantages

The twinax copper design offers low insertion loss and consistent channel performance for 10GBASE-CR applications while keeping power consumption and cost lower than active optical solutions for short distances. Being a direct-attach cable, it simplifies installation by combining conductors and connectors in a single assembly, reducing component count and potential points of failure. The colour-coded jacket supports organised cabling and faster troubleshooting in dense deployments.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 10 Gigabit Ethernet links between SFP+ ports
• Top-of-rack and end-of-row switch-to-switch connections
• Server-to-switch and storage-to-switch interconnects
• Data centre patching and high-density rack deployments

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP+ to SFP+ twinax copper assembly
• Standard supported: 10GBASE-CR (10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper)
• Cable medium: Twinaxial copper
• Jacket colour: Blue for visual identification
• Intended reach: Short-reach direct-attach cable suitable for within-rack and adjacent-rack links
• Latency: Low, fixed electrical path without transceiver conversion

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the network devices until the latch engages. Ensure devices are powered down or follow your organisation's hot-plugging procedures if supported by the equipment. Route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical strain; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius and avoid kinking. For multi-cable installations, use cable management hardware to prevent tension on the connectors and to keep identification of the blue cable visible.

Usage recommendations

Verify compatibility with the host device vendor's SFP+ port policy and supported passive twinax assemblies before deployment. Use this cable for short-distance, high-density interconnects where low latency and cost-effectiveness are priorities. Replace the cable if the jacket or connectors show signs of damage or if link errors occur after installation.