SFP+ Active Optical Cable CBO SFP-AOC-10G-50M 10Gbps 50m

CBO SFP-AOC-10G-50M is an SFP+ active optical cable that provides a 10Gbps duplex link over a 50-metre distance. It is built for short-range, high-bandwidth interconnects between network switches, servers and storage systems that have SFP+ ports. The integrated active optical transceivers and pre-terminated cable deliver a single-cable solution that reduces connector count, lowers power consumption compared with separate transceiver plus fiber assemblies, and helps maintain low latency for time-sensitive traffic in dense rack environments.

Advantages

The integrated design simplifies deployment by eliminating separate transceiver and patchcord assembly steps and reduces signal loss through a factory-terminated optical link. With support for 10Gbps full-duplex data transfer over 50 metres, this AOC offers predictable performance for server-to-switch and switch-to-switch links within data centres. Power efficiency and low heat generation make it suitable for high-density deployments while the hot-pluggable SFP+ form factor allows easy replacement and upgrades without powering down connected equipment.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Top-of-rack connections between switches and servers
• Inter-rack or intra-rack links in data centre environments
• Storage area network (SAN) uplinks and server-to-storage connections
• High-throughput links in campus or enterprise network aggregation

Key specifications

• Data rate: 10 Gbps (full duplex)
• Form factor: SFP+ active optical cable
• Maximum link length: 50 metres (duplex optical cable)
• Connector: SFP+ hot-pluggable end faces
• Media type: multimode optical AOC (factory-terminated duplex cable)
• Typical power consumption: low-power AOC design suitable for dense racks
• Latency: low latency link suitable for time-sensitive applications

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the SFP+ port on the two devices to be connected until the latch engages. Ensure that both ends are compatible with SFP+ slots and that the devices are powered on and configured for a 10Gbps link. No additional fibre patching or transceiver mounting is required; the cable is pre-terminated and ready for immediate use. Monitor link status via the host equipment to confirm negotiation and link integrity after insertion.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, avoid bending the cable beyond the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius, keep connectors free of dust and debris, and route the cable to prevent tight kinks or crushing in cable trays. Verify compatibility with switch and server SFP+ port vendor lists when operating in environments that enforce vendor locking. Use the AOC for short-reach connections up to 50 metres within racks and between adjacent racks for predictable 10Gbps performance.