AOC cable CBO SFP28-AOC-5M 5 m — Active Optical Cable for SFP28 connections

The AOC cable CBO SFP28-AOC-5M is a factory-terminated Active Optical Cable designed for SFP28 ports and 25 Gbps class interfaces. At 5 m length it provides a single-cable solution that integrates transceiver functionality with optical fiber, removing the need for separate SFP28 modules and patch cords. The cable is intended for environments where high-density interconnects, controlled latency and simplified cable management are required, such as data center racks, server clusters and storage arrays.

Advantages

This Active Optical Cable offers a compact, ready-to-deploy connection that reduces rack cabling complexity and improves airflow compared with copper alternatives. It supports 25 Gbps signaling over an optical link with factory-terminated connectors to ensure consistent performance and reduced installation time. The integrated design minimizes insertion points and potential failures by eliminating separate transceivers and fiber patching, and the optical medium helps reduce electromagnetic interference.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 25 Gbps server-to-switch interconnects within the same rack or adjacent racks
• High-density top-of-rack and end-of-row data center deployments
• Storage network links and SAN interconnects requiring low latency and stable throughput
• Environments where reduced heat load and improved airflow are important

Key specifications

• Interface: SFP28 to SFP28 active optical link
• Data rate: up to 25 Gbps per lane (25 Gbps class interface)
• Length: 5 metres
• Connector type: factory-terminated SFP28 optical connectors
• Medium: multimode/mode-optimized optical cable (factory-terminated AOC)
• Typical use: short-reach interconnects within racks and between adjacent racks

How to use

Install the AOC cable by inserting each SFP28 plug into compatible SFP28 ports on the devices to be connected, ensuring proper alignment and a secure latch. No separate transceivers or fiber patch panels are required; the cable is ready to use out of the box. Verify link status and speed on both connected devices after insertion and follow device vendor guidelines for port configuration and firmware compatibility when necessary.

Recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector bodies and avoid sharp bends or excess strain on the cable. Maintain the specified minimum bend radius, route the cable to minimize interference with airflow and hot spots, and confirm compatibility with the network equipment vendor for SFP28 modules and AOC support prior to deployment.