CBO Active Optical Cable SFP28-AOC-30M-SO-BO — 30 m SFP28 AOC for 25Gb/s connections

CBO Active Optical Cable SFP28-AOC-30M-SO-BO is a 30-metre SFP28 active optical cable engineered for 25 Gb/s connections. The cable links SFP28 ports directly over fiber without separate transceivers, providing a single integrated assembly that combines QSFP-compatible electrical interface and optical fiber connectivity. It is intended for use in data center environments where reliable, low-latency short- to mid-range links between switches, servers and storage systems are required.

Advantages

This SFP28 AOC delivers 25 Gb/s line rate with low latency and consistent signal integrity across the full 30 m distance. By integrating optical transceivers within the cable ends, it eliminates the need for separate pluggable modules, simplifying inventory and installation. The optical medium reduces electromagnetic interference compared with copper alternatives and supports improved heat management in dense rack deployments. The fixed-length design reduces cable clutter and eases cable management in patching aisles.

Suitable for

• 25 Gb/s uplinks between top-of-rack and aggregation switches
• Server-to-switch connections in hyperconverged or blade environments
• Direct links to storage arrays or NVMe-over-Fabrics endpoints within a data hall
• Short- to mid-range intra-rack and adjacent-rack fiber runs

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gb/s per bi-directional link
• Length: 30 metres
• Connector type: SFP28 form-factor on both ends
• Transmission medium: multimode/mode-optimized active optical fiber (integrated)
• Typical use: short- to mid-range data centre fiber interconnects
• Latency: low, optimized for high-performance switching environments
• Compatibility: designed for SFP28 ports supporting 25 Gb/s

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP28 end into compatible SFP28 ports on your network devices until the latch engages. Ensure devices are powered and configured for 25 Gb/s operation if required by the switch or host firmware. Avoid tight bends and ensure proper rack routing to maintain the specified minimum bend radius for optical fiber. If a link does not come up, verify port configuration, transceiver compatibility modes, and check for any system-level port disablement or compatibility settings in the network equipment.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, route the cable to prevent sharp bends and mechanical stress, keep inventory of fixed-length AOCs to match planned rack distances, and verify firmware and port settings on switches and servers for 25 Gb/s operation before deployment. Use in controlled data centre environments and avoid exposure to excessive heat, liquids or physical crushing.