Arista AOC-S-S-10G-15M | 10G SFP+ AOC Active Optical Cable, 15m, Multimode

Q: What devices is the Arista AOC-S-S-10G-15M compatible with?
A: The AOC-S-S-10G-15M is designed for use with Arista Networks 10G Ethernet switches, routers, network interface cards (NICs), and storage systems equipped with SFP+ ports. It is also broadly compatible with third-party equipment that supports SFP+ MSA and IEEE 802.3ae standards.

Q: What is the difference between an Active Optical Cable (AOC) and a Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable?
A: An AOC uses optical fibre internally with integrated transceivers at each end, offering lower signal attenuation over longer distances and immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI). A DAC uses copper twinax cable and is typically limited to shorter runs (up to ~7m). AOCs like the AOC-S-S-10G-15M are the preferred choice for runs of 10–30 metres in data centres.

Q: Does the AOC-S-S-10G-15M require any external optical connectors or fibre patch cables?
A: No. The optics are fully integrated inside the cable assembly with SFP+ plugs at both ends. There are no external LC connectors, making it simpler to install and maintain with no exposed fibre ends to clean or damage.

Q: Is this cable hot-pluggable?
A: Yes. The AOC-S-S-10G-15M is fully hot-pluggable, allowing it to be inserted or removed from SFP+ ports without powering down the connected equipment — minimising disruption in live network environments.

Q: Can I purchase the Arista AOC-S-S-10G-15M in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller stocking Arista transceivers and cables. We ship across Australia with fast despatch. Contact us for pricing, volume orders, or availability.

Q: What other lengths are available in the Arista AOC range?
A: The Arista Active Optical Cable range is available in multiple lengths including 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 metres, allowing you to choose the right cable length for your rack or inter-rack cabling requirements.