BlueOptics SFP28-AOC-5M-EN-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable 5m SFP28 Male

The BlueOptics SFP28-AOC-5M-EN-BO is a 5-meter active optical cable (AOC) with SFP28 male connectors on both ends, designed for InfiniBand and high-speed Ethernet interconnects. It provides short-range, low-latency optical links between switches, servers, storage arrays or network interface cards equipped with SFP28 ports. The cable combines the compact form factor of SFP28 modules with fibre-optic transmission to deliver high data rates while avoiding electromagnetic interference typical of copper assemblies.

Advantages

This SFP28 active optical cable supports reliable high-speed data transmission over a 5 m distance with reduced power consumption compared to discrete transceiver plus fibre assemblies. The integrated design simplifies installation by eliminating separate transceivers and patch cords, and the male-to-male SFP28 connectors ensure plug-and-play compatibility with SFP28 ports. Optical transmission provides immunity to EMI and stable signal integrity in dense data centre racks.

Suitable for

• Short-reach connections between servers and top-of-rack or spine switches
• High-performance computing clusters using InfiniBand fabrics
• Storage area network links requiring low latency and high bandwidth
• Data centre interconnects where cable density and EMI resistance are important

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP28 male on both ends
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Supported link technologies: InfiniBand and SFP28-compatible high-speed Ethernet
• Length: 5 meters
• Form factor: SFP28 compact transceiver housing integrated into cable ends
• Signal medium: Optical fibre (AOC)
• Typical use: Short-reach, low-latency interconnects

How to use

Insert each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on the devices to be connected, ensuring the module clicks into place and the port latch is engaged. Power on the connected equipment and verify link status via the device management interface or LED indicators. No separate transceiver pairing or fibre patching is required; the cable carries both optical transceivers within the integrated ends. For best performance, avoid tight bends and protect the fibre cable from crushing or sharp edges.

Recommendations

Install the cable within recommended bend radius limits, route it to minimize exposure to heat sources and mechanical stress, and verify compatibility with your equipment’s SFP28 port firmware. For data centre deployments, label each end for easy identification and test links after installation to confirm expected bandwidth and latency.