SFP+ Cable CBO 2052246-4-BL 3 m Male-to-Male 10 Gbit/s

The SFP+ Cable CBO 2052246-4-BL 3 m Male-to-Male 10 Gbit/s is a 3-metre fixed direct-attach copper cable designed for short-reach, high-bandwidth connections between SFP+ ports. Manufactured under the BlueOptics brand, this Male-to-Male SFP+ assembly supports up to 10 Gbit/s and provides a low-latency interconnect suitable for top-of-rack switches, servers and storage hardware. It eliminates the need for separate optical transceivers and fibre patching in short-distance links, simplifying rack cabling and lowering component count.

Advantages

This SFP+ cable offers a compact, low-power alternative to fibre transceivers for short interconnects. Its fixed assembly delivers consistent electrical performance with minimal insertion loss and low latency, helping to maintain 10 Gbit/s link stability. The 3 m length provides flexibility for typical rack and rack-to-rack layouts while keeping signal integrity for short-reach connections. The plug-and-play Male-to-Male connectors reduce setup time and do not require additional transceiver modules.

Suitable for

• Direct connections between SFP+ ports on switches and servers within the same rack
• Short-reach links between storage arrays and host controllers
• Patchless cabling in data centre top-of-rack and middle-of-row deployments
• Upgrading existing 10 Gbit/s infrastructure without introducing fibre optics

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP+ Male-to-Male direct-attach
• Length: 3 metres
• Maximum data rate: 10 Gbit/s
• Cable medium: copper direct-attach assembly
• Typical use: short-reach server, switch and storage interconnects

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the two devices to be connected, ensuring the latch engages for a secure connection. Verify link status on the devices and configure network settings as required for the 10 Gbit/s interface. No additional transceivers or patch cables are necessary; treat the assembly as a fixed point-to-point cable. Handle the cable by the connector housings when plugging or unplugging to avoid stressing the cable termination.

Recommendations

Use the cable for short-reach connections up to the specified 3 m length and in environments matching the equipment manufacturer’s supported SFP+ specifications. Avoid tight bends near the connectors and do not exceed the recommended cable bend radius. Confirm compatibility with your switch or server vendor to ensure link negotiation and power requirements are met.