In May 2016, cloud computing and enterprise data center construction are entering a fast expansion phase globally. With the rapid upgrade of 10G network architecture, traditional copper DAC cables can no longer meet the demands of long-distance transmission, anti-interference and high-density cabinet wiring. At this stage, 10G SFP+ AOC Active Optical Cable has become the mainstream short-range high-speed interconnection solution, widely adopted in data center server switching, enterprise network upgrading and high-performance computing clusters.
What Is 10G SFP+ AOC?
10G SFP+ AOC is an active optical cable integrating optoelectronic conversion inside the connector. It adopts SFP+ universal interface, supports 10.3125Gbps high-speed transmission, and works with 850nm wavelength multi-mode fiber design.
Different from ordinary optical patch cords, AOC integrates optical transceiver components inside the cable ends, no need for additional optical modules. It features plug and play, built-in DDM digital diagnostic function, real-time monitoring of link status, temperature and power parameters, greatly simplifying network deployment and daily operation maintenance.
Core Advantages of 10G AOC in 2016 Market
- Longer Transmission DistanceCompared with 10G copper DAC which is limited within 7m, 10G SFP+ AOC supports transmission from 1m to 100m, perfectly solving cross-rack and row-to-row interconnection pain points in medium and large data centers.
- Anti-Electromagnetic Interference & Stable SignalMade of lightweight fiber material, free from electromagnetic interference and crosstalk inside the cabinet. It maintains stable 10G long-term transmission, suitable for complex machine room environment with dense equipment.
- Lightweight & Easy CablingAOC cable body is soft and light, occupying small cabinet space, convenient for high-density wiring and neat cable management, effectively reducing the load of server and switch ports.
- Low Power Consumption & High CompatibilityCompliant with SFP+ MSA and SFF-8431 industry standards, hot-pluggable design. Compatible with mainstream switch and server equipment, low power consumption, suitable for long-time continuous operation in data centers.
Main Application Scenarios in 2016
As 10G network popularity accelerates in 2016, 10G AOC covers core mainstream scenarios:
- Data Center Internal Interconnection: Connection between servers, top-of-rack switches and storage devices for short-range 10G link deployment.
- Enterprise Campus Network: 10G uplink and downlink interconnection between core switches, aggregation switches and access layers.
- High-Performance Computing Cluster: Interconnection of computing nodes and storage nodes to support large data operation and data scheduling.
- SAN Storage Network: Build high-speed storage area network to realize fast data reading and backup.
Selection Tips for 10G SFP+ AOC (2016 Engineering Standard)
When choosing 10G AOC for project deployment in 2016, focus on three key points:
- Select reasonable length specifications (1m/3m/5m/10m/20m) according to cabinet layout and inter-node distance.
- Prioritize products with complete DDM diagnostic function, convenient for later network operation and fault troubleshooting.
- Verify standard compatibility to ensure normal matching with mainstream brand switches, avoid compatibility failure.
Summary
In May 2016, 10G SFP+ AOC has become an indispensable key product in the process of global 10G network upgrading and data center construction. With outstanding advantages of long distance, anti-interference, easy wiring and plug-and-play, it gradually replaces traditional copper cables and discrete optical module plus patch cord solutions, becoming the preferred cost-effective choice for 10G short-range interconnection.