BlueOptics S+AO0005-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 5 m SFP+ Male/Male

The BlueOptics S+AO0005-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable is a 5 m active optical cable with SFP+ male-to-male connectors designed for 10GBASE-SR applications. This pre-assembled SFP+–SFP+ AOC uses multi-mode fiber with integrated transmitter and receiver modules on each end to carry optical signals for Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet or SDH/SONET links at up to 10 Gbit/s over a 5 meter distance. The cable implements MSA-compliant SFP+ electrical and mechanical interfaces and supports digital diagnostics monitoring (DDM/DOM) for real-time reporting of supply voltage, laser bias current, transmit power, receive power and temperature, provided the host hardware supports these features.

Advantages

The BlueOptics S+AO0005-BO offers a plug-and-play SFP+ connection that eliminates patching and polishing of fiber ends, reducing installation complexity and attenuation risks. Constructed to industry MSA standards, the AOC is compatible with major networking platforms that accept SFP+ 10GBASE-SR modules and provides low latency and high bandwidth for demanding network environments. Digital diagnostics simplify remote monitoring and troubleshooting, and the use of high-quality optical and electronic components supports long operational life and high availability.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 10 Gigabit Ethernet links in data centers and server rooms
• Interconnects between SFP+ ports on switches, routers and storage systems
• Fibre Channel over Ethernet and SDH/SONET applications at up to 10 Gbit/s
• High-density rack-to-rack or chassis-to-chassis cabling over distances up to 5 m

Key specifications

• Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC) with SFP+ male connectors on both ends
• Length: 5 metres
• Data rate: up to 10 Gbit/s (10GBASE-SR compatible)
• Fiber type: multi-mode optical fiber with integrated Tx/Rx modules
• Interface: SFP+ electrical/mechanical per MSA
• Monitoring: Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM/DOM) support (requires host support)
• Typical use: short-reach optical interconnects for networking hardware

How to use

Ensure both host devices have SFP+ ports that accept 10GBASE-SR AOCs and that any vendor port restrictions are addressed. With devices powered down or following hot-swap guidelines from the equipment vendor, insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding port until it latches. Confirm link status in the host operating system or network management interface and, if available, read DDM/DOM parameters to verify optical power and temperature. Follow vendor guidance when removing the cable to avoid port damage.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable to avoid sharp bends and mechanical stress; respect the minimum bend radius for the AOC and keep the cable away from heat sources and strong electromagnetic interference. Verify that the host hardware supports DDM/DOM if you require remote diagnostics, and test interoperability in your environment before large-scale deployment.