Name: SFP-25G-AOC5M Cisco 25G SFP28 5M Active Optical Cable
Brand: Cisco
SKU: SFP-25G-AOC5M
Price: 249.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco SFP-25G-AOC5M is an active optical cable designed for 25 Gbps connections over a 5-meter distance. Ideal for data centers, it serves as a direct connection between switches or servers, ensuring efficient and stable data transmission while reducing interference common in copper cabling.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	SFP-25G-AOC5M

Technical Information
Data Rate	25 Gbps
Cable Length	5 m
Compatibility	Cisco, SFP28 ports, 25GBASE-compliant switches and routers
product type	Active Optical Cable (AOC)
Product Category	Cables & Adapters,Cables

Connectivity
Connector Type	SFP28 to SFP28

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	SFP28
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This active optical cable transmits data at 25 Gbps, serving as a high-speed connection between compatible network devices. It's commonly used in data centers and high-performance computing environments for short-reach interconnects. Built for networking professionals who require reliable, low-latency links, it supports efficient data handling between switches, servers, and storage arrays. Key Features Offers a consistent 25GBASE data rate suitable for modern network demands Five meters in length for flexible deployment within racks or between adjacent equipment Designed to minimize electromagnetic interference compared to copper cables Operates with low power usage, reducing overall system heat Supports hot-pluggable installation, simplifying maintenance and upgrades This cable is typically deployed in data center racks and enterprise network setups where high throughput and reliable connectivity are essential. Its active optical design helps maintain signal quality over medium distances without bulky transceivers. By providing a streamlined connection path, it helps reduce network bottlenecks and supports environments with intensive data exchange needs.

Use Cases
The Cisco SFP-25G-AOC5M active optical cable is commonly deployed in high-performance data center environments where low latency and high bandwidth are critical. It is suited for IT professionals managing server-to-switch or switch-to-switch interconnects within rack and row-level architectures, especially in virtualized and cloud infrastructure setups. How It's Used: Connecting top-of-rack (ToR) switches to aggregation switches in enterprise data centers to maintain high-speed 25G links. Facilitating inter-server communication in hyper-converged infrastructure clusters requiring reliable, low-latency connectivity. Implementing storage area network (SAN) uplinks where signal integrity and reduced electromagnetic interference are essential. Deploying in campus data centers supporting edge computing nodes that demand scalable 25G bandwidth with minimal power consumption. Establishing high-throughput links between virtualized server environments to optimize workload distribution and scaling. This active optical cable supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance in dense rack deployments while minimizing thermal load and power demands. Its compatibility with existing SFP28 interfaces ensures scalability for evolving network architectures requiring 25G connectivity.

SFP-25G-AOC5M Cisco 25G SFP28 5M Active Optical Cable

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