CBO SFP-AOC-10G-7M Active Optical Cable (AOC) 10Gbps, 7 m, SFP+

Active Optical Cable CBO SFP-AOC-10G-7M is a factory-terminated SFP+ AOC that delivers 10 Gbps data transfer over a 7-metre optical link. It combines SFP+ connector compatibility with an integrated multimode fibre assembly to provide a single-cable solution for short-reach, high-speed interconnects between switches, servers and storage in data centre and rack environments. The design removes the need for separate transceivers and patch fibres, reducing cabling complexity and power consumption while maintaining low latency and signal integrity.

Advantages

The cable offers plug-and-play operation with SFP+ ports, providing a compact and reliable alternative to discrete transceiver plus patch cable combinations. Its factory termination ensures consistent optical performance and eliminates field terminations. The integrated design reduces heat generation and power draw compared with separate optical transceivers, helps simplify cable management in dense rack deployments, and supports predictable latency and signal quality for 10 Gbps links.

Suitable for

• Aggregation links between top-of-rack switches
• Connections between servers and storage arrays within the same rack or adjacent racks
• Leaf-spine interconnects for short-reach paths in data centres
• High-density patching where space and cable management are critical

Key specifications

• Data rate: 10 Gbps full-duplex
• Connector type: SFP+ form factor, hot-pluggable
• Length: 7 metres optical link
• Transmission medium: multimode optical cable with active electronics
• Typical reach: short-reach interconnects within racks and adjacent racks
• Power consumption: lower than equivalent transceiver plus fibre solutions (device-dependent)
• Latency: low, suitable for high-throughput, low-latency applications
• Compatibility: designed for SFP+ ports supporting 10Gbps links (check device compatibility list)

How to use

Insert each SFP+ module end of the Active Optical Cable into compatible SFP+ ports on the devices to be connected. The cable is factory-terminated and requires no field polishing or splicing. Ensure both devices are powered and that their network interfaces are configured for 10 Gbps operation if required. Observe proper handling of the fibre cable: avoid sharp bends and excessive pulling force, secure the cable for strain relief in rack installations, and route to minimise interference with cooling airflow.

Usage recommendations

Use this 7 m SFP+ AOC for short-distance, high-density connections inside racks and between adjacent racks. Verify compatibility with the host devices' SFP+ port firmware and vendor support lists where necessary. Store and install the cable following standard fibre handling practices to preserve performance and reliability.