CBO InfiniBand Active Optical Cable AOC-S-S-25G-10M-BO, 25G, 10 m

The CBO InfiniBand Active Optical Cable AOC-S-S-25G-10M-BO is a 10-metre single-cable solution engineered for InfiniBand environments that require a 25G data rate. This active optical cable connects servers, switches and storage within data centers and high-performance computing clusters, offering optical transmission over a 10 m reach. The design reduces electromagnetic interference and latency compared with equivalent copper links while simplifying cabling for short-to-medium distance interconnects.

Advantages

This Active Optical Cable provides a stable 25G link with inherent immunity to electromagnetic disturbances and lower signal attenuation over the 10 m span. The optical medium reduces heat and power losses typically associated with long copper runs and enables simplified routing in rack and row layouts. As a single-cable solution, it decreases weight and bulk compared with multi-cable alternatives and supports dense cabling configurations typical of modern data centre and HPC deployments.

Suitable for

• Server-to-switch and switch-to-switch connections in data centres
• High-performance computing cluster interconnects
• Storage array interconnections requiring low-latency links
• Environments where electromagnetic immunity is needed

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gbit/s
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Length: 10 metres
• Connector orientation: suitable for InfiniBand interfaces (single-ended to single-ended)
• Transmission medium: optical fibers with active transceivers integrated in the cable ends
• Designed for short-to-medium reach interconnects in rack and row deployments
• Low latency and high signal integrity for high-throughput applications

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each connector into the corresponding InfiniBand port on networking equipment or servers until the connector latch engages. Ensure both ends are seated correctly and that cable routing follows rack management policies to avoid sharp bends; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius for optical cables. No external power source is required beyond the equipment ports; the active elements in the cable are powered through the interface. Verify link status on connected devices and perform any required firmware or driver checks to confirm full 25G operation.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, route the cable away from high-heat sources and avoid compressing the cable within cable trays. Inspect connector end-faces before installation and keep protective caps until ready to connect. When used in dense deployments, label both ends to simplify maintenance and replace the cable if physical damage or persistent link errors occur.