SFP+ Cable CBO MCP2101-X00AB-BL 0.5 m Male to Male 10 Gbit/s

The BlueOptics SFP+ Cable CBO MCP2101-X00AB-BL is a 0.5 m direct-attach copper cable with SFP+ male connectors at both ends, engineered for stable 10 Gbit/s links over short distances. It is intended for connecting switches, network interface cards (NICs) and storage devices equipped with SFP+ ports, offering a compact, low-latency alternative to optical transceivers for server racks and dense data center topologies.

Advantages

This SFP+ cable delivers a reliable 10 Gbit/s data rate with minimal latency and reduced power consumption compared with active optical solutions. Its fixed 0.5 m length simplifies cabling in high-density environments, reducing clutter and improving airflow in racks. The direct-attach design eliminates the need for separate transceivers and fibers, which can lower deployment complexity and total cost of ownership for short-reach connections.

Suitable for

• Short-range 10 Gb Ethernet connections between switches in server racks
• Direct server-to-switch links using SFP+ ports
• Storage array to network switch connections requiring low latency
• High-density top-of-rack cabling in data centers

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP+ male to SFP+ male
• Length: 0.5 m
• Maximum data rate: 10 Gbit/s
• Transmission medium: direct-attach copper
• Typical use: short-reach (rack-level) connections
• Form factor: SFP+ direct-attach

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on your network devices until the latch engages. Ensure both devices support passive SFP+ direct-attach copper cables and are configured for 10 Gbit/s operation. No additional power or external transceivers are required; the cable is plug-and-play in most environments but may require driver or firmware compatibility checks on some switches or NICs.

Recommendations

Use this 0.5 m SFP+ direct-attach cable for intra-rack and adjacent-rack connections where short, high-speed links are needed. Avoid bending the cable sharply near the connectors and maintain proper airflow in the rack. Verify device compatibility for passive SFP+ cables before installation to ensure reliable 10 Gbit/s operation.