CBO AOC BlueOptics BO252503K5M AFBR-7QER05Z 5 m QSFP compatible active optical cable

The CBO AOC BlueOptics BO252503K5M AFBR-7QER05Z 5 m QSFP compatible active optical cable is a short-reach fiber interconnect designed for high-speed links between network equipment with QSFP interfaces. The cable uses active optical components to convert electrical signals to optical signals and back, providing reduced weight and smaller bend radius compared with copper assemblies while maintaining low latency and signal integrity. This 5 m AOC is intended for use where compact, electromagnetic-immune connections are needed in dense networking environments such as data centers, server racks and switch-to-switch links.

Advantages

The active optical construction delivers lower electromagnetic interference and longer effective reach than equivalent copper twinax while keeping cable bulk and power consumption low. As a QSFP-compatible AOC, it removes the need for transceivers and fiber patch cords in short-reach deployments, simplifying installation and reducing points of failure. The optical medium ensures stable high-speed data transfer with minimal signal attenuation over the specified 5 m length.

Suitable for

• Interconnects between QSFP-enabled switches and routers in data centers
• High-density server-to-switch links inside rack enclosures
• Short-reach fiber links for storage and compute clusters
• Environments requiring immunity to electromagnetic interference

Key specifications

• Type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Interface compatibility: QSFP-compatible
• Length: 5 metres
• Optical medium: active fiber with integrated transceivers
• Typical use: short-reach high-speed data connections
• Latency: low-latency design suitable for high-throughput applications
• Physical properties: reduced cable bulk and flexible routing for dense racks

How to use

Install the AOC by plugging each QSFP-compatible connector directly into the QSFP ports on the source and destination devices. Ensure both devices support QSFP interfaces and are powered off or follow hot-plug guidelines from the equipment manufacturer if inserting while powered. Route the cable through the rack or conduit keeping bend radii within manufacturer recommendations and avoid sharp kinks or excessive tension. No separate SFP/QSFP transceivers or patch cords are required for the specified short-reach connection.

Recommendations

Verify compatibility with the host devices' QSFP ports and check link speed settings in the network equipment. Maintain proper cable management to prevent stress on connectors and follow site grounding and ESD precautions during installation. For distances beyond the specified 5 m, consider fiber transceiver modules and multimode or singlemode patching solutions suited to the required reach.