CBO AOC Intel SFP-AOC-10G-2M 10G SFP+ active optical cable, 2 m

CBO AOC Intel SFP-AOC-10G-2M 10G SFP+ active optical cable, 2 m is a 10 Gigabit SFP+ active optical cable designed for short-reach, high-bandwidth connections. The cable features SFP+ form-factor connectors compatible with Intel SFP+ ports and is intended to replace copper twin-ax for links requiring lower latency and reduced electromagnetic interference. With a 2 meter length it connects servers, switches and storage devices in rack environments and high-performance networks while simplifying cable management and maintaining signal integrity over short distances.

Advantages

The active optical construction provides a lightweight, flexible alternative to copper direct-attach cables, offering immunity to EMI and improved thermal performance in dense rack deployments. Native SFP+ compatibility ensures plug-and-play operation with Intel SFP+ ports, while the 10 Gbit/s data rate supports high-throughput requirements. The 2 m length balances reach and density for typical top-of-rack and server-to-switch connections, and the optical link reduces crosstalk and latency compared with equivalent copper solutions.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 10 Gbit/s links between servers and top-of-rack switches
• High-performance storage area network connections within racks
• Data center interconnects where EMI immunity is required
• Environments requiring compact, low-weight cabling for dense installations

Key specifications

• Interface: SFP+ form-factor optical connectors compatible with Intel SFP+ ports
• Data rate: 10 Gbit/s (full duplex)
• Type: Active optical cable (AOC)
• Length: 2 meters
• Transmission medium: Optical fiber with integrated transceivers
• Latency: Low, optimized for short-reach high-speed links
• Electromagnetic characteristics: Immune to EMI (optical transmission)
• Typical applications: Server-to-switch, switch-to-switch and storage connections

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the networking equipment until it latches. Ensure both devices support 10 Gbit/s SFP+ AOCs and that ports are enabled in the device configuration. No external power supply is required beyond the host equipment; the cable’s integrated transceivers draw power from the SFP+ ports. For best results, route the cable to avoid sharp bends and compressive stress, and verify link status via the host device LEDs or management interface.

Recommendations

Use this 2 m active optical cable for short, high-bandwidth connections in racks and data center aisles. Avoid tight bending radii, exposure to mechanical strain, and excessive torsion. Check compatibility notes for Intel SFP+ ports in server and switch documentation before deployment, and monitor link status after installation to confirm proper operation.