Active Optical Cable CBO SFP-25G-A10M 25Gbps 10m for Alcatel‑Lucent SFP+ ports

CBO SFP-25G-A10M is a 10‑metre active optical cable (AOC) engineered for 25 Gbps links using Alcatel‑Lucent compatible SFP+ ports. The fixed cable integrates optical transceivers at both ends to provide a low‑latency fibre connection for short to mid‑range interconnects between switches, servers and other network devices. By combining fibre optics and pre‑terminated transceivers in a single assembly, the cable reduces rack density issues, lowers power draw compared with separate transceivers and simplifies installation and inventory management in data centres and telecom racks.

Advantages

The active optical design delivers consistent 25 Gbps performance with minimal latency and signal loss over the 10 m span. Integrated transceivers remove the need for separate SFP+ modules, reducing component counts and simplifying procurement. The pre‑terminated assembly reduces installation time and risk of connector damage. Lower power consumption and improved thermal behaviour compared with copper or discrete transceiver solutions help maintain predictable cooling requirements in dense equipment environments.

Suitable for

• Short to mid‑range uplinks between 25 Gbps switch ports
• Server to top‑of‑rack and leaf‑spine connections
• Inter‑rack connections in data centre rows
• Telecom rack interconnects requiring Alcatel‑Lucent SFP+ compatibility

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gbps
• Length: 10 metres
• Connector type: SFP+ form‑factor integrated optical ends
• Cable type: Active optical cable (AOC)
• Typical use: Short to mid‑range fibre interconnect
• Latency: low, suitable for latency‑sensitive links
• Power: lower operational consumption compared with discrete transceiver plus copper solutions

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each integrated SFP+ end into the corresponding Alcatel‑Lucent compatible SFP+ port until the latch engages. Verify link and port status LEDs on connected equipment and confirm 25 Gbps link negotiation in the switch or server management interface. No separate transceivers, optical modules or patch cables are required; route the cable to avoid sharp bends and excessive strain on the connectors. For safe handling, power down ports if recommended by your equipment vendor before insertion or removal.

Recommendations

For reliable long‑term operation, maintain bend radius recommendations from the manufacturer, avoid kinks and compressive loads, and keep dust caps on unused ports until connection. Use this 10 m AOC for intra‑row and adjacent rack links where a fixed fibre assembly reduces maintenance and inventory complexity.