AOC CBO SFP-AOC-10G-3M 10G Active Optical Cable SFP+ 3 m

The AOC CBO SFP-AOC-10G-3M 10G Active Optical Cable SFP+ 3 m is a fixed-length active optical cable designed for short-reach 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections between SFP+ ports. It eliminates the need for separate transceivers by integrating optical interfaces into the cable ends, reducing power consumption and rack space compared with equivalent copper direct-attach solutions. The 3 m length is suitable for interconnects within server racks and between adjacent network equipment in data center and enterprise environments.

Advantages

This active optical cable offers 10 Gbit/s data throughput with lower power usage than copper twinax for similar distances and improved thermal performance in dense rack deployments. The integrated SFP+ connectors provide a plug-and-play connection that is hot-pluggable and compatible with SFP+ ports that accept passive and active optical attachments. Its fixed-length design simplifies cable management and reduces connector count by removing separate transceivers.

Suitable for

• Short-reach links between switches within the same rack or adjacent racks
• Server-to-switch and storage-to-switch interconnects in data centers
• High-density network deployments where reduced power and space are important
• Upgrades from 1G/10G copper to optical SFP+ links without changing existing SFP+ ports

Key specifications

• Interface: SFP+ active optical cable with integrated SFP+ connectors
• Data rate: 10 Gbit/s (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
• Length: 3 meters fixed
• Cable type: Active multimode optical assembly for short-reach applications
• Compatibility: Designed for SFP+ ports supporting active optical attachments
• Power and thermal: Lower power consumption and reduced heat compared with equivalent copper direct-attach cables

How to use

Install the AOC by inserting each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on your network devices until the latch secures. Ensure both devices support active optical attachments and that ports are powered off if recommended by the equipment vendor before hot-plugging. After insertion, verify link status through device LEDs or management interfaces and configure network settings as required. The fixed 3 m length requires planning for rack layout and cable routing to avoid strain on connectors.

Recommendations

Use the cable for short-reach 10G links inside racks and between adjacent racks; avoid exceeding the 3 m maximum length and protect the cable from sharp bends and excessive tensile stress. Check vendor compatibility lists if your switch or server applies vendor locking for SFP+ modules, and update firmware or port settings if link negotiation issues occur.