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Axiom SFP-25G-AOC3M-AX 25GBASE-AOC SFP28 Active Optical Cable Cisco Compatible 3m (9. 8 ft) Fiber Optic Network Cable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This active optical cable operates at a data transfer rate of 25 Gbit/s, supporting high-bandwidth applications such as server connectivity, storage area networks, and data center interconnects. The SFP28 connectors on both ends provide a hot-pluggable interface that aligns with the SFP28 MSA standards, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility with SFP28 ports.
The fiber optic construction minimizes signal loss and electromagnetic interference, delivering consistent performance in dense network environments. Active Optical Technology integrates the optical transceivers directly into the cable assembly, eliminating the need for separate transceiver modules and simplifying deployment.
Key Product Advantages
This cable combines the performance benefits of fiber optics with the convenience of a direct-attach cable, offering several advantages for network deployments.
High-Speed Connectivity
Delivers 25 Gbit/s throughput with low latency, suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications and modern data center requirements.
- 25 Gbit/s data transfer rate
- Fiber optic signal integrity
- Minimal signal degradation over distance
Simplified Deployment
The integrated active optical design reduces component count and installation complexity compared to separate transceivers and fiber patch cables.
- No separate transceivers needed
- Hot-pluggable SFP28 connectors
- Direct plug-and-play operation
Cisco Compatibility
Engineered for use with Cisco Nexus 9500 series switches and specific line cards, providing a tested solution for Cisco network environments.
- Compatible with Cisco Nexus 9500
- Tested with 93180YC-EX and related models
- Suitable for line card connections
Deployment / Use Cases
This active optical cable is ideal for short-reach connections within racks or between adjacent racks in data centers, enterprise network closets, and high-performance computing environments. Its 3-meter length suits typical top-of-rack switching scenarios and equipment interconnections.
Common applications include connecting switches to servers, linking switches to storage arrays, or establishing inter-switch links in 25G Ethernet networks. The Cisco compatibility makes it particularly useful for expanding or maintaining Cisco-based network infrastructures, where consistent performance and vendor interoperability are priorities.
Data Center Interconnects
Use for spine-leaf architectures, connecting leaf switches to servers or storage within the same rack or adjacent racks.
Network Upgrades
Deploy to upgrade existing 10G links to 25G without changing cabling infrastructure, leveraging SFP28 port compatibility.
Highlights
- 25 Gbit/s data transfer rate for high-speed network connections
- 3-meter (9.8 ft) active optical cable with SFP28 connectors on both ends
- Active Optical Technology (AOT) for reliable signal conversion and integrity
- Fiber optic construction minimizes signal loss and electromagnetic interference
- Compatible with Cisco Nexus 9500 switches and specific line cards
- Hot-pluggable SFP28 connectors for easy installation and maintenance
- Supports switches, network devices, and line cards in data center environments
- Direct-attach design eliminates need for separate transceiver modules
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP-25G-AOC3M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 25GBASE-AOC SFP28 Active Optical Cable Cisco Compatible 3m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Cable Length | 9.8 ft (3 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SFP28 Network |
| Connector on First End Details | SFP28 Network |
| Connector Type on Second End | SFP28 Network |
| Connector on Second End Details | SFP28 Network |
| Device Supported | Switch,Network Device,Line Card |
| Data Transfer Rate | 25 Gbit/s |
| Features | Active Optical Technology (AOT) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Modular Switches Cisco Nexus: 93180YC-EX Switch N9K-C93180YC-FX Switch N9K-C93180YC-EX Switch X97160YC-EX Line Card |
FAQ
What is the length of this Axiom active optical cable?
This Axiom cable is 3 meters long, which is equivalent to 9.8 feet. This length is suitable for typical rack-to-rack or within-rack connections in data center and enterprise networking environments.
What type of connectors does this cable have?
Both ends of the cable feature SFP28 network connectors. These are hot-pluggable interfaces that comply with SFP28 Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) standards, ensuring compatibility with SFP28 ports on switches, network devices, and line cards.
What does Active Optical Technology (AOT) mean for this cable?
Active Optical Technology means the cable has integrated optical transceivers that convert electrical signals to optical signals within the cable assembly. This provides the performance benefits of fiber optics, such as longer reach and better signal integrity, while maintaining a direct-attach form factor similar to copper cables.
What is the data transfer rate of this cable?
This cable supports a data transfer rate of 25 Gbit/s (gigabits per second). This makes it suitable for 25 Gigabit Ethernet applications, providing high bandwidth for server connections, storage networks, and data center interconnects.
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