Dell (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M Compatible 10G SFP+ Active Optical Cable, 25m (82ft)
For project documentation, Dell (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M and this cable’s physical length should be recorded together. The product described here is a 25m (82ft) AOC assembly for 10G links, using SFP+ to SFP+. Its OEM cross-reference, HT part number, specification table and packing options support traceable ordering and installation records.
OEM Part Number: (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25MHT Part Number: (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Interface configuration: SFP+ to SFP+
- Fixed length and part number: 25m (82ft), (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: <0.8W
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
Specifications
| HT Part Number | (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M |
|---|---|
| Dell (Force10) Compatible | SFP-10G-AOC25M |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | SFP+ to SFP+ |
| Max Data Rate | 10Gbps |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Cable Length | 25m (82.02ft) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Power Consumption | <0.8W |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFF-8636, 1xInfiniBand QDR,DDR,SDR, 10G Gigabit Ethernet |
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is <0.8W. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include SFF-8636, 1xInfiniBand QDR,DDR,SDR, 10G Gigabit Ethernet. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Integrated Optical Assembly
The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
The 25m (82ft) reach of (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M is useful only when the managed pathway requires it; straight-line distance between ports is not a sufficient measurement. Check the route around rack rails, cable managers and maintenance clearances, then protect the integrated optical cable and both optical engines from tight bends and unsupported spans. Within this family, (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-20M is shorter at 20m (66ft), while (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-30M is the next longer choice at 30m (98ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
(Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M occupies the middle of this family between (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-20M at 20m (66ft) and (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-30M at 30m (98ft). It adds 5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 5m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
Project Documentation and Cable Identification
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, physical length and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and use the HT part number on the packing list. Where several lengths arrive together, labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers do not have to identify cables by appearance alone. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is <0.8W; the jacket material is OFNP.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses OFNP jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Dell Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification links the compatibility identity to the exact physical assembly described on this page. Identification, connector condition and live link behavior are checked before packing. Customers can submit equipment and firmware details with the project documentation for a more specific pre-order compatibility review. Both connectors are examined before the operating test, which includes receive activity and diagnostic indications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Dell cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies Dell (Force10) CBL-10GSFP-AOC-25M.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
What details assist a compatibility review?
Provide the equipment manufacturer, model, port type, hardware revision and software release, together with the OEM reference, required length and quantity.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
Ordering Information
Use the listed HT part number for ordering and retain the OEM reference as the host-compatibility cross-reference. Send quantities by length, along with any rack-based packing or label instructions. If the project has mixed equipment, include the host model for each group rather than relying only on the aggregate cable rate. This page’s fixed configuration is 25m (82ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Inspection and link testing are completed before the cable enters its protective packaging. Project orders can be packed and labelled by length, rack or customer reference, with packing documentation that makes received quantities straightforward to reconcile against the installation schedule. Standard protective packing is used by default, with project documentation arranged when requested.
