BlueOptics AOC SFP28 R0M45A-BO compatible active optical cable 25Gbps 5m

BlueOptics AOC SFP28 R0M45A-BO compatible active optical cable 25Gbps 5m is a short-range, high-speed direct-attach solution for modern data center and network environments. The cable uses the SFP28 form factor to provide a 25 gigabit per second connection over a 5 meter active optical link. It is designed for low-latency, low-power operation and plug-and-play compatibility with switches, servers and other network devices that accept SFP28 AOC connections.

Advantages

This active optical cable offers a compact and flexible alternative to discrete transceivers and fiber patch cords, combining integrated optics with a fixed length for simplified installation. The SFP28 connector form factor ensures compatibility with equipment designed for 25Gbps modules while the optical medium reduces electromagnetic interference and provides better signal integrity over the specified distance. The solution is intended to minimize power consumption and latency compared with longer-reach optics, enabling efficient short-reach interconnects in rack and row-level deployments.

Suitable for

• Top-of-rack switch to switch connections within a rack or between adjacent racks
• Server to switch links in high-performance computing and virtualization environments
• Aggregation and spine-leaf fabric interconnects in data centers
• Low-latency connectivity for storage and compute clusters

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gbps per link
• Form factor: SFP28 active optical cable
• Length: 5 meters
• Medium: single-mode or multimode optical active cable (integrated optics)
• Latency: low-latency optical interconnect suitable for short-range links
• Power: low power consumption compared with longer-reach transceivers
• Connector type: SFP28 on both ends for direct module-style insertion

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on your network devices until it locks into place. Ensure devices are powered down or follow hot-plug guidelines provided by the equipment manufacturer. After insertion, verify link status through the device management interface or LEDs. No separate transceivers or patch cables are required; the active optical cable houses integrated optics and electronics to establish the 25Gbps link automatically when supported by the host devices.

Recommendations

Place the cable where it avoids sharp bends, excessive tension or contact with hot components. Verify compatibility with your switch and server vendor for supported SFP28 AOC modules and check firmware or driver notes if link negotiation issues occur. Use the 5 m length for rack-to-rack or rack-to-server connections within the stated reach to maintain signal integrity and low latency.