AOC CBO SFP+ Active Optical Cable 10G 30m for Ubiquiti SFP-AOC-10G-30M

The AOC CBO SFP+ Active Optical Cable 10G 30m for Ubiquiti SFP-AOC-10G-30M is a pre-terminated SFP+ twinax replacement that provides a 10 Gbps connection over a 30-metre optical link for compatible Ubiquiti SFP+ ports. Designed for plug-and-play deployment, this AOC offers low latency, electrical isolation and reduced weight compared with copper solutions, making it suitable for short-reach fiber runs, data centre uplinks and switch-to-switch interconnects.

Advantages

The active optical construction minimizes electromagnetic interference while preserving signal integrity over the full 30 m length. Being pre-terminated and hot-pluggable, the cable eliminates field termination and simplifies installation. Compared with equivalent copper twinax assemblies, this AOC reduces cable bulk and weight, improves heat dissipation in dense racks and provides electrical isolation between connected devices.

Suitable for

• Data centre switch-to-switch uplinks and aggregation links
• Server to switch short-reach connections where SFP+ ports are available
• Cabinet-to-cabinet optical interconnects in enterprise network rooms
• Environments requiring reduced EMI and electrical isolation

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP+ active optical cable (fixed-length, pre-terminated)
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Length: 30 metres
• Connector type: SFP+ plug on both ends, hot-pluggable
• Transmission medium: optical fibre with active optics
• Typical applications: short-reach data centre and network interconnects
• Electrical isolation: optical link provides galvanic isolation between devices

How to use

Install the AOC by inserting each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the devices until the latch engages. No additional transceivers or fibre patch cables are required. Ensure both ends are compatible with SFP+ ports that support active optical cables and verify link status in the device management interface. When removing the cable, depress the latch and gently withdraw the connector to avoid damaging the port.

Recommendations

Use in rack environments with standard cable management to avoid sharp bends; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for the optical assembly. Verify firmware compatibility of connected devices if link negotiation issues occur. Store and handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid twisting or crushing the cable to preserve optical performance.