Cisco 10GBASE Active Optical SFP+ Cable, 1 m | Enterprise, DAC

Keep short-reach 10 GbE links clean with Cisco’s 1 m active optical SFP+ cable. Designed for dense rack environments, it connects directly between compatible SFP+ ports and removes the clutter of separate transceivers plus patch fiber. That makes it a strong fit when you want predictable optics, minimal cable bulk, and a tidy front-of-rack layout. At 1 m, this cable is intended for close-coupled equipment placement: top-of-rack switches, adjacent servers, or neighboring network appliances. Active optical construction helps maintain signal integrity over the link while keeping the assembly lighter and easier to route than many copper alternatives in the same class. For teams standardizing on Cisco infrastructure, this cable reduces compatibility guesswork and supports a cleaner procurement path than mixed-vendor assemblies. It is especially useful where port density is high and every inch of rack space matters. If your goal is to preserve airflow, simplify cable management, and keep 10 GbE interconnects disciplined, this is the right class of cable for the job.