Addon MFA2P10-A010-AO
Mellanox® MFA2P10-A010 Compatible TAA Compliant 25GBase-AOC SFP28 to SFP28 Active Optical Cable (850nm, MMF, 10m)
The AddonMFA2P10-A010-AO is a Mellanox® compatible 25GBase Active Optical Cable designed to provide fast, reliable 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in high-performance data centers and enterprise networks. Spanning 10 meters (32.8 feet), this SFP28 to SFP28Active Optical Cable operates over multi-mode fiber (MMF) at an 850nm wavelength, delivering high-speed, low-latency data transfer ideal for server-to-switch and switch-to-switch connections.TAA compliant and built to MSA standards, this cable offers plug-and-play simplicity and guaranteed compatibility with Mellanox® and other MSA-compliant systems. The active optical design ensures signal integrity and reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI), supporting stable and efficient networking even in high-density rack environments. This cable is perfect for IT professionals and organizations aiming to upgrade infrastructure for demanding applications such as cloud computing, virtualization, and AI workloads.
Features
The AddonMFA2P10-A010-AO combines active optical transceiver technology with multi-mode fiber optics, enabling 25Gbps full-duplex data transmission across a 10-meter distance. This SFP28 to SFP28 cable supports the 25GBase Ethernet standard and is fully interoperable with Mellanox® ConnectX adapters and switches, as well as other vendor-agnostic 25G systems compliant with the Multi-Source Agreement (MSA).Operating at an 850nm wavelength, the cable optimizes signal transmission, reducing attenuation and ensuring minimal latency. Compared to copper DACs, theActive Optical Cable reduces heat generation and power consumption, contributing to energy-efficient data center design. The cable supports hot-swappable installation, enabling quick upgrades and replacements without disrupting live networks.
Advanced Options
Designed to meet the rigorous requirements of enterprise and hyperscale data centers, the MFA2P10-A010-AO is factory-tested and serialized for quality assurance. TAA compliance also makes it suitable for government and federally regulated deployments. This cable provides a scalable, cost-effective solution to meet the increasing demand for higher bandwidth in modern networking environments.The AddonMFA2P10-A010-AO is engineered for reliable, high-speed connectivity in critical data center and enterprise environments. Its active optical design ensures consistent 25Gbps data transmission with low latency over 10 meters, significantly outperforming passive copper cables in both signal quality and electromagnetic interference (EMI) resistance.
Product Key Features
Mellanox® MFA2P10-A010 compatible 25GBase Active Optical Cable
10-meter multi-mode fiber length for flexible deployment
SFP28 to SFP28 form factor, plug-and-play design
Operates at 850nm wavelength for high signal integrity
TAA and MSA compliant for enterprise and government use
Hot-swappable to minimize downtime
Reliability & Performance
The multi-mode fiber medium and 850nm wavelength reduce signal attenuation, enabling clean and stable communication across medium distances. With reduced power consumption and heat generation compared to copper DACs, this cable contributes to improved data center cooling and energy efficiency.Built to stringent MSA standards and tested individually at the factory, the MFA2P10-A010-AO guarantees compatibility with Mellanox® equipment as well as other major vendor platforms. The hot-swappable feature allows IT staff to perform maintenance or upgrades without network downtime, supporting high availability environments.Overall, this cable delivers durability, compatibility, and performance required for cloud data centers, virtualization platforms, and other high-bandwidth network applications where dependable 25G connectivity is essential.
