CISCO 25GBASE Active Optical SFP28 Cable, 3M (SFP-25G-AOC3M=)

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: SFP-25G-AOC3M= UPC#: 882658973352
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  • 3-meter length Active Optical Cable (AOC) for 25Gbps SFP28 connections
  • TAA compliant for government-regulated installations
  • Made in China or Taiwan
  • Optimized for short-reach high-speed networking applications
  • Reduces cable bulk compared to copper alternatives

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Key Benefits

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  • Ideal for enterprises needing 25Gbps short-range optical connectivity in high-density environments
  • TAA compliance supports government contracts and regulatory needs
  • Manufactured by CISCO, a trusted brand in enterprise networking hardware

Product Overview

The CISCO 25GBASE Active Optical SFP28 Cable, model SFP-25G-AOC3M=, is a high-performance optical solution designed for short-reach 25 Gbps Ethernet applications in enterprise and data center environments. With a 3-meter length, this Active Optical Cable (AOC) supports efficient high-speed data transfer between network devices, helping reduce latency and minimize cable bulk.

This SFP28 cable is manufactured in China or Taiwan and is TAA compliant, making it suitable for use in government-regulated or sensitive infrastructures. Its plug-and-play design ensures ease of deployment and high reliability in dense networking scenarios.

Designed for organizations seeking scalable and high-throughput interconnect solutions, this AOC strikes an effective balance between performance and compliance.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Active Optical Cable (AOC)
Cable Model CISCO SFP-25G-AOC3M=
Form Factor SFP28 to SFP28
Cable Length 3 meters (9.84 feet)
Maximum Data Rate 25 Gbps
Suitable Applications Short-reach 25G Ethernet interconnect
Hot Swappable Yes
Device Type 25GBASE Active Optical SFP28 Cable
Power Consumption ≤1W per end
Weight Approximately 200 grams

Physical & Environmental

Cable Diameter Approximately 3.0 mm
Jacket Material LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
Minimum Bend Radius 30 mm (installation), 15 mm (operation)
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Operating Humidity 10% to 85% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Cloud Management & Licensing

Plug and Play Yes
Management Interface Not applicable
License Requirement No license required

Interfaces

Transceiver Type SFP28
Connector Type SFP28 male (x2)
Transmission Medium Multimode Fiber
Interface Standards IEEE 802.3by, MSA compliant
Wavelength 850 nm
Encoding Scheme 64b/66b
Insertion Loss Typically <3 dB
Protocol Support 25G Ethernet, Data Center Interconnect

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin China / Taiwan
TAA Compliant Yes
RoHS Compliant Yes
Certification Standards CE, FCC, UL, REACH
Halogen Free Yes

Advanced Security Features

Tamper Resistance Yes (mechanical locking features)
Link Encryption Support Yes (when used with secure transport protocols)