CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q10M 10m active optical cable, 10 m

The CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q10M 10m active optical cable is a factory-terminated, fixed optical link designed for SFP28 ports. With a 10 metre length and support for 25 Gbps signalling, this AOC provides a low-latency, electrical-free connection between switches, servers and storage equipment. The integrated optical transceivers remove the need for separate modules and patch fibre, simplifying rack-to-rack and intra-rack connections in data centre environments and short-reach deployments.

Advantages

This active optical cable offers a compact, plug-and-play solution for establishing reliable 25 Gbps links. It reduces cabling complexity by combining connectors and fibre into a single assembly, reduces power and heat compared with comparable copper solutions, and delivers stable signal integrity over the 10 metre reach. The factory-terminated design ensures consistent performance and removes the requirement to install separate transceivers or maintain additional patch cords.

Suitable for

• Interconnecting top-of-rack and spine switches within data centres
• Direct links between servers and storage arrays supporting 25 Gbps
• Short-reach transmission runs where low latency is required
• Environments that benefit from simplified cabling and reduced rack density heat

Key specifications

• Cable type: active optical cable (AOC) with factory-integrated optics
• Connector interface: SFP28 form-factor on both ends
• Data rate: 25 Gbps per lane (SFP28 standard)
• Length: 10 metres
• Typical use: short-reach, intra-rack and inter-rack links
• Latency: low, suitable for high-performance networking
• Power profile: lower electrical power and heat compared to equivalent copper DACs

How to use

Install the AOC by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 slot on the devices to be connected. Ensure both devices are powered down or follow hot-swap guidelines for your equipment. After seating the connectors, verify link status on both devices and confirm 25 Gbps operation via device diagnostics or management interfaces. No additional transceivers, patch fibres or configuration changes are required for standard point-to-point links.

Recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector housings and avoid tight bends; observe the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius. Use this AOC for short-reach connections up to 10 m in cooled rack environments and ensure firmware or compatibility lists on networking equipment support SFP28 AOCs for best interoperability.