CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q7M 7 m 100G active optical cable

CBO AOC SFP28 BlueOptics BO272703Q7M is a 7-meter 100G active optical cable designed for high-density data center and enterprise environments. This AOC provides a direct 100 Gigabit SFP28 connection over an integrated optical link without separate transceivers, enabling a compact, standardized SFP28 form-factor solution for short-reach links. The cable is intended for connectivity inside racks and between adjacent racks where reliable, low-latency 100G links are required.

Advantages

The active optical cable delivers 100G throughput with reduced power consumption compared to separate transceiver plus fiber assemblies, while eliminating the need to install discrete optical modules. Plug-and-play operation simplifies deployment and reduces time spent on configuration. The integrated design minimizes signal loss and latency for short-reach interconnects and supports standard SFP28 ports for broad compatibility with switches and servers that accept SFP28 AOC connections.

Suitable for

• Top-of-rack and end-of-row switch-to-switch links
• Server-to-switch connections within the same rack
• Inter-rack connections between adjacent racks in data centers
• High-performance computing clusters requiring short-reach 100G links

Key specifications

• Data rate: 100 Gigabit per second over SFP28 interface
• Length: 7 meters suitable for in-rack and adjacent-rack connections
• Form factor: Integrated SFP28 AOC (active optical cable)
• Transmission medium: Optical fiber with active transceivers integrated in cable ends
• Typical use case: Short-reach connections where SFP28 ports are available

How to use

Install the cable by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding SFP28 port on the networking devices until the latch engages. No separate transceiver or fiber termination is required. Verify link status through device LEDs or management interfaces and ensure both ends detect the 100G link speed. Remove by pressing the connector latch and pulling straight out to avoid damaging the port. Follow standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions when handling the connectors and avoid excessive bending of the cable near the connector ends.

Recommendations

Use this 7 m AOC for short interconnect paths inside racks or between adjacent racks where a direct 100G connection is needed and SFP28 ports are present. Maintain bend radii recommended by the manufacturer, keep the cable clear of heat sources, and ensure compatible device firmware for SFP28 AOC support to achieve reliable link operation.