Active Optical Cable (AOC) CBO SFP-AOC-10G-5M 10G 5 m for SFP+ ports

CBO SFP-AOC-10G-5M is a 10 Gigabit Active Optical Cable (AOC) with SFP+ connectors and a fixed 5 m length. It enables high-speed, low-latency links between SFP+ ports on switches, servers and storage systems using optical fiber instead of copper, delivering 10G data rates with plug-and-play operation. The cable provides galvanic isolation and reduced electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for dense rack environments and short-reach connections in data centers and network closets.

Advantages

This Active Optical Cable offers a reliable 10G connection with SFP+ compatibility and simplified installation—no transceivers or additional cabling required. The optical link reduces crosstalk and eliminates ground loop issues while keeping power consumption and heat generation lower than some copper alternatives for comparable distances. The fixed 5 m length ensures predictable signal performance for short-reach interconnects.

Suitable for

• Connecting SFP+ ports between switches within a rack or between adjacent racks
• High-speed links between servers and storage arrays in data centers
• Low-latency interconnects for virtualization and high-performance computing nodes
• Short-reach connections where electrical isolation and EMI immunity are required

Key specifications

• Data rate: 10 Gbit/s
• Connector type: SFP+ (integrated optics on cable ends)
• Length: 5 meters (fixed)
• Media: multimode optical fiber (active cable with integrated transceivers)
• Latency: optimized for short-reach, low-latency links
• Power: low power consumption compared with equivalent electrical direct-attach solutions at this distance

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the devices to be linked until the latch engages. The connected devices should automatically detect the module and negotiate a 10G link if both ports support SFP+. No additional configuration is typically required beyond ensuring the devices support SFP+ AOC modules and have compatible firmware. For removal, depress the connector latch and gently withdraw the cable to avoid stressing the fiber or ports.

Recommendations

Route the cable with gentle bends only and avoid sharp kinks; adhere to the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for optical fiber. Keep the SFP+ connector dust caps in place until installation and avoid excessive pulling force on the cable. Use the 5 m fixed length for short-reach links inside racks or between adjacent racks; for longer distances select an appropriate transceiver or longer AOC/active optical solution.