SFP+ AOC CBO Ubiquity Networks SFP-AOC-10G-5M 10G Active Optical Cable 5 m

The SFP+ AOC CBO Ubiquity Networks SFP-AOC-10G-5M 10G Active Optical Cable 5 m is a factory-terminated optical cable assembly with SFP+ connectors at both ends and a 5-meter channel length. Designed for short- to medium-reach 10 Gigabit interconnects, this active optical cable supports low-latency, energy-efficient transmission between servers, switches and storage systems in data centre and rack environments. The plug-and-play SFP+ form factor provides hot-pluggable 10G links without the need for separate transceivers, reducing equipment footprint and simplifying cabling in high-density installations.

Advantages

This active optical cable offers reduced power consumption compared with comparable electrical copper DACs over similar distances and delivers electrical isolation to avoid ground-loop issues. The SFP+ connectors ensure a compact, standardized interface for 10 Gigabit ports, while the optical media enables consistent performance with minimal signal degradation across the 5 m length. As a single-assembly solution it simplifies inventory and installation by eliminating the need for separate transceiver modules and fibre patch cords.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit connections between switches in a network rack
• Server-to-switch or server-to-storage interconnects in data centres
• High-density environments where compact, low-power links are required
• Short to medium reach uplinks and stacking links within racks

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP+ connectors, active optical cable assembly
• Data rate: 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G)
• Length: 5 meters
• Media type: multimode active optical fibre
• Latency: low-latency optical transmission suitable for server and switch interconnects
• Power: lower power consumption compared with many copper direct attach cables at similar distances

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP+ connector into the corresponding 10G SFP+ slot on your network devices until the connector latches. No additional transceivers or patch cords are required. Verify link status in the device management interface and check that the port settings (speed and duplex) are set to 10G or auto-negotiate as supported by your hardware. For hot-swap operations, ensure system configuration allows safe removal and insertion of SFP+ modules to avoid transient link interruptions.

Recommendations

Place the cable within rack cable-management channels to avoid sharp bends and mechanical stress; maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius and avoid tight kinks. Use this AOC for distances up to 5 metres in indoor, controlled environments such as data centres and equipment rooms. Confirm compatibility with the 10G SFP+ ports of your switches and servers, and monitor link health through standard SNMP or device-specific management tools.