CBO AOC SFP+ BlueOptics BO353503J2M 10G active optical cable 2 m

The CBO AOC SFP+ BlueOptics BO353503J2M 10G active optical cable 2 m is an SFP+ form-factor direct-attach solution for short-range high-speed links. It delivers a 10 Gbps data rate over a 2-meter duplex optical cable and is intended for interconnects between SFP+ ports on switches, servers and storage devices. The active optical design reduces electromagnetic interference and can offer lower latency and improved signal integrity compared with equivalent copper cables, making it suitable for dense racks and data center topologies that require reliable 10G connections.

Advantages

This 10G active optical cable provides a stable 10 Gbps link length of 2 m without the need for separate transceivers, enabling straightforward hot‑pluggable connections between equipment with SFP+ ports. The optical medium reduces susceptibility to EMI and crosstalk, while the compact SFP+ connectors maintain compatibility with standard SFP+ cages. Active electronics in the cable ensure correct signal conditioning and power management for consistent performance in short-range server and switch interconnects.

Suitable for

• Server-to-switch uplinks in data center racks
• Switch-to-switch stacking and aggregation within the same rack or adjacent racks
• Direct connections between storage arrays and host interfaces with SFP+ ports
• High-density network deployments where EMI reduction is required

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP+
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Cable type: active optical cable (AOC), duplex
• Length: 2 metres
• Connector type: SFP+ plug on both ends
• Typical application: short-range interconnects for data center and enterprise networking
• Benefits: reduced electromagnetic interference, lower latency compared with some copper solutions

How to use

Insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding SFP+ port on the devices to be linked until the connector latches. Ensure both devices are powered and that port settings (speed, duplex, auto-negotiation) are configured to support 10 Gbps operation. The cable is hot-pluggable; handle connectors by their housings and avoid bending the cable sharply. Monitor link status on connected equipment to confirm a successful 10G connection and verify that any port diagnostics report normal operation.

Recommendations

Use this 2 m AOC for short intra-rack or adjacent-rack connections where a reliable 10G SFP+ link is required. Avoid routing the cable near sources of mechanical stress or sharp edges, maintain recommended bend radii, and confirm firmware and compatibility notes of connected devices to ensure proper link negotiation and power delivery.