BlueOptics ASRP-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 50 m SFP28 Orange

The BlueOptics ASRP-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 50 m SFP28 Orange is a 50-metre active optical cable with SFP28-compatible connectors designed for high-speed data transmission over multimode fiber. The cable features male-to-male SFP28 interfaces and is intended for use in data centers and high-performance computing environments where short to medium reach, low-latency connections are required. It supports common 100GBASE-SR4 and related multi-lane Ethernet and InfiniBand applications when used with compatible transceiver ports and switches.

Advantages

This 50 m active optical cable provides high bandwidth and reduced signal attenuation compared with equivalent copper links at similar distances. The integrated optical transmitters and receivers on each end ensure proper signal conversion for multimode fiber connections and help maintain signal integrity across the full 50-metre length. The cable’s SFP28 form-factor and male-to-male connectors allow direct connection between compatible SFP28 ports without additional transceivers, simplifying installation.

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How to use

Connect each SFP28 connector to the corresponding SFP28 port on servers, switches or other network devices while the equipment is powered down or in accordance with the device vendor’s hot-plug guidance. Ensure ports and devices explicitly support SFP28 AOCs and the target transmission protocol (for example, 100GBASE-SR4 or InfiniBand profiles). After connection, verify link status and speed via the device management interface and follow any vendor-specific configuration steps for multi-lane 100G links.

Recommendations

Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and maintain the minimum bend radius specified by multimode fiber practice. Use compatible vendor-supported ports to ensure full functionality and monitor link performance after installation. For critical environments, validate interoperability with a test unit before deployment.