CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q7M 100G 30m active optical cable

The CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q7M 100G 30m active optical cable is a pre-terminated, pluggable duplex fiber link designed for 100 Gigabit Ethernet short-reach connections. With an SFP28 form factor it connects directly into SFP28 ports on switches, servers and network appliances, offering a 30 m maximum reach over active optical fiber. The cable is intended for data center and enterprise topologies requiring low latency and energy-efficient high-speed interconnects without field termination.

Advantages

This active optical cable supports a 100G data rate with consistent signal integrity across the 30 m duplex link while reducing power consumption compared to some optical transceiver plus patch-cord combinations. The pluggable SFP28 ends simplify deployment and replacement, eliminating the need for separate transceivers and fiber patch panels. The integrated design reduces connector loss and streamlines cable management in dense switch and server racks.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 100G uplinks between leaf and spine switches in data centers
• Direct connections between servers and top-of-rack switches
• Interconnects for storage arrays requiring high throughput and low latency
• High-density environments where pluggable, pre-terminated cabling simplifies installation

Key specifications

• Compatible form factor: SFP28 pluggable connector
• Data rate: 100 Gigabit Ethernet
• Maximum reach: 30 meters over duplex active optical fiber
• Link type: active optical cable (AOC) with integrated transceivers
• Latency: low-latency design suitable for high-performance switching and storage
• Power: energy-efficient operation compared with some discrete transceiver solutions
• Cable: duplex optical fiber with pre-terminated SFP28 ends, suitable for dense cabling runs

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP28 end into the corresponding 100G SFP28 ports on network devices until the latch engages. Verify that link status LEDs on the devices indicate an active connection and confirm the negotiated speed in device management interfaces. Route the cable through rack cable-management hardware to avoid sharp bends and maintain the recommended minimum bend radius. For replacement, hot-swap the module-ended cable while observing device hot-plug guidelines.

Recommendations

Use this AOC for short-reach, high-bandwidth links inside racks or across adjacent racks; avoid outdoor exposure and environments with excessive heat or physical abrasion. Check device compatibility lists for SFP28 AOC support and confirm firmware or transceiver-lock settings if devices restrict non-vendor optics.