Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 LinkSys SFP28-AOC-50M 50 m — SFP28 25Gb/s

Active Optical Cable CBO SFP28 LinkSys SFP28-AOC-50M 50 m — SFP28 25Gb/s is a factory-assembled active optical cable that provides a direct, hot-pluggable 25Gb/s connection for devices with SFP28 ports. The 50 m optical reach removes the need for separate transceivers and patch fiber for many intra-data-center links, offering a compact, low-power alternative to traditional copper or transceiver-plus-fiber assemblies. The cable integrates optical transceivers and a fixed fiber core into a single assembly for straightforward plug-and-play installation between switches, servers and storage systems.

Advantages

The active optical cable delivers consistent 25Gb/s bandwidth over a 50 meter distance with reduced electromagnetic interference and lower weight compared to copper solutions. Because the cable is pre-terminated and matched to SFP28 form factor ports, it simplifies inventory and speeds deployment while lowering power consumption relative to discrete transceiver plus fiber combinations. The single-assembly design minimizes connector points, improving link reliability and reducing signal loss associated with multiple optical patch connections.

Suitable for

• Data center rack-to-rack and intra-rack interconnects
• High-performance switching fabric and server uplinks
• Storage area network (SAN) connections requiring 25Gb/s links
• Trunking between aggregation switches in short-reach deployments

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP28 active optical cable with integrated transceiver electronics
• Data rate: 25 Gigabit per second (25Gb/s) per lane
• Length: 50 meters optical reach
• Connector type: SFP28 plug-compatible on both ends
• Transmission medium: multimode optical fiber integrated in the assembly
• Power characteristics: low-power active module design suitable for high-density switch ports
• Latency: low propagation delay suitable for latency-sensitive networking

How to use

Install the active optical cable by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on the networking devices until the latch engages. Verify link LEDs on both devices to confirm negotiation at 25Gb/s. No separate transceivers or fiber patch cords are required; treat the assembly like a standard pluggable module and avoid excessive bending or stress on the cable. For safe removal, power down or administratively disable the port if required by your equipment vendor, then depress the latch and extract the connector straight out to avoid damage to the housing.

Recommendations

Use in environments where a 50 m optical reach and 25Gb/s throughput are required; maintain minimum bend radius consistent with optical cable handling, keep connectors clean and protected when not in use, and verify device compatibility with SFP28 active optical cables according to vendor port documentation.