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

The BlueOptics SFP28-AOC-15M-SO-BO InfiniBand/fibre optic cable 15m Male/Male is a 15-metre active optical cable with SFP28 male connectors on both ends designed for high-speed server, switch and storage interconnects. It implements 25GBASE-SR4-compatible transmission over multimode fiber with integrated transmitter and receiver modules in each connector, providing a low-latency, energy-efficient link suitable for dense data centre environments and high-throughput computing clusters.

Advantages

This active optical cable delivers 25 Gbit/s per channel performance across a 15 m multimode link, maintaining signal integrity with built-in optical transceivers and adhering to SFP28 form-factor electrical and mechanical standards. The cable offers reduced electromagnetic interference compared to copper alternatives, lower power consumption for long-reach connections inside racks and predictable optical performance for applications that require consistent bandwidth. Its male SFP28 connectors ensure compatibility with equipment that accepts standard SFP28 modules.

Suitable for

• Connecting switches and top-of-rack devices in data centres
• High-performance computing clusters and InfiniBand environments
• Direct attach between servers and storage arrays with SFP28 ports
• Low-latency links for database and virtualization traffic

Key specifications

• Cable type: Active optical cable with multimode fiber
• Length: 15 metres
• Connector type: SFP28 male to SFP28 male
• Maximum data rate: up to 25 Gbit/s per channel (25GBASE-SR4 compatibility)
• Form factor: SFP28 compliant
• Use environment: data centre and rack-level interconnects

How to use

Insert each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on the devices to be linked, ensuring the latch engages. Verify that both devices support active optical cable connections and the 25GBASE-SR4 signalling or SFP28 port speeds. After connection, check link and interface status on the devices and monitor for expected throughput. For hot-swap capable equipment, the cable can be inserted or removed while systems are powered, following the host vendor’s guidance for transceiver and cable handling.

Recommendations

Route the cable within rack channels or cable management trays to avoid sharp bends and maintain the specified minimum bend radius for multimode fiber. Keep connector endfaces clean and protected when connectors are unplugged. Confirm firmware or driver compatibility on connected equipment when using vendor-specific compatibility lists for SFP28 AOC modules.