Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 10 m for QNAP SFP28-AOC-10M (SFP28, 10m)

BlueOptics Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 10 m (model SFP28-AOC-10M) is a 10-metre SFP28-compatible direct active optical cable designed to connect SFP28 ports on QNAP devices and other compatible network equipment. The cable delivers 25 Gbps full-duplex data transfer with low latency over optical fiber, reducing electromagnetic interference and enabling longer reach than copper DACs. Its plug-and-play SFP28 form factor simplifies interconnection of servers, switches and storage in rack and data center environments.

Advantages

The BlueOptics SFP28 AOC combines high bandwidth and low latency with the benefits of optical transmission: extended reach, immunity to EMI and lighter, more flexible cabling. Its SFP28 connectors match standard ports for straightforward installation and interoperability with equipment supporting SFP28 modules. The active optical design supports stable 25 Gbps links while reducing heat and power concerns compared with longer or more complex copper solutions.

Suitable for

• High-performance server-to-switch interconnects in data centers
• Switch-to-switch uplinks and stacking within racks
• Storage area network (SAN) connections requiring 25 Gbps links
• Environments where EMI immunity and reduced cable bulk are important

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP28 optical transceiver form factor on both ends
• Data rate: 25 Gbps per direction (25GBASE standards compatible)
• Length: 10 metres optical cable
• Transmission medium: multimode/mode-specified optical fiber with active electronics (AOC)
• Latency: low-latency optical signaling suitable for server and storage interconnects
• EMI characteristics: immune to electromagnetic interference compared with copper cabling
• Compatibility: designed for SFP28 ports on QNAP devices and other SFP28-capable network equipment

How to use

Insert each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on your QNAP device and the peer network device until the connector latches. No external power supply or configuration is required beyond ensuring both devices support 25 Gbps SFP28 links. After physical insertion, verify link status and negotiated speed in the device management interface and perform any network configuration required for the link to carry traffic.

Recommendations

Use this active optical cable in controlled rack and data center environments. Avoid sharp bends, excessive pulling force and exposure to liquids or abrasive surfaces. For best performance, verify firmware and driver compatibility on connected devices and use appropriate transceiver settings where equipment requires manual link configuration.