BlueOptics SFP28-AOC-15M-NA-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 15m Male/Male

The BlueOptics SFP28-AOC-15M-NA-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 15m Male/Male is a 15-metre active optical cable (AOC) with SFP28 male connectors on both ends. Designed for high-speed links, this AOC implements a transceiver pair — a transmitter and a receiver at each end — to carry optical signals over multi-mode fiber. It is compatible with systems that accept SFP28 AOC modules and supports data rates up to 25 Gbit/s on a 15 m reach, making it suitable for use in data centers and high-performance computing environments where short-reach, low-latency interconnects are required.

Advantages

This BlueOptics AOC provides a compact, plug-and-play solution for short-distance high-bandwidth connections. By integrating optical transceivers within the cable ends, it removes the need for separate transceiver modules and additional fiber patching, simplifying installation and reducing points of failure. The AOC design supports standard 25GBASE-SR4 signaling and is suitable for mixed Ethernet and InfiniBand environments that require 25 Gbit/s connectivity over multi-mode fiber.

Suitable for

• Interconnects between switches, routers and compute nodes in data centers
• High-performance computing clusters requiring low-latency links
• Short-reach storage networking, including Fibre Channel over Ethernet
• Top-of-rack connections and equipment racks with SFP28 ports

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP28 male to SFP28 male
• Length: 15 metres
• Transmission medium: multi-mode fibre with integrated transceivers (AOC)
• Supported data rate: up to 25 Gbit/s
• Supported protocols: 25GBASE-SR4, Ethernet and InfiniBand-compatible signaling
• Form factor: Active Optical Cable (integrated Tx/Rx in cable ends)

How to use

Ensure both network devices have available SFP28 ports and support SFP28 AOC modules. With devices powered and configured, insert each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port until it latches. Verify link status on both devices and confirm the negotiated speed and link health through device interfaces. No separate transceivers or additional fiber patch cables are required; the cable contains the optical transceivers and fiber between ends.

Recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector housings when plugging or unplugging to avoid strain on the fibre. Maintain a minimum bend radius as recommended for multi-mode optical cables, keep the cable away from sources of physical damage and avoid excessive pulling force. Confirm device compatibility with SFP28 AOC modules and, if necessary, test the cable in a lab environment before deployment in critical production systems.