FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M: Fortinet 10GbE SFP+ Direct Attach Copper Cable 3m
Also listed as: SP-CBL-10GSFP-3M, FG-CBL-10G-3M
The Fortinet FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M is a 3-meter passive direct attach copper cable providing low latency 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for FortiGate firewalls and switches.
Specifications
| Part number | FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fortinet |
| Type | Cables |
| Other numbers | SP-CBL-10GSFP-3M, FG-CBL-10G-3M |
| Status | current |
| Form factor | SFP+ |
| Speed | 10GbE |
| Connector | SFP+ to SFP+ |
| Cable type | Twinaxial passive copper |
| Max distance m | 3 |
About the FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M
The Fortinet FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M direct attach copper cable assembly provides high density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for intra-rack firewall clustering and top-of-rack switch interconnections. Constructed with shielded twinaxial copper cabling and factory-terminated SFP+ connector heads, it delivers near zero latency with minimal electrical power consumption.
Compatibility
Compatible with Fortinet FortiGate 100F, 200E, 200F, 400F, 600F, and FortiSwitch platforms. It connects High Availability cluster pairs, core distribution switches, and local security management appliances without requiring separate optical transceivers or patch cables.
How to identify a genuine unit
Features a heavy duty flexible black twinaxial cable jacket terminated with zinc die-cast SFP+ connector hoods. Both connector ends include an ergonomic pull tab release mechanism and an adhesive label showing Fortinet part number FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M.
Buying used
Inspect the cable jacket along its full length for sharp kinks, crush marks, or sheath tears. Check the gold-plated connector contacts for wear or contamination, plug both ends into target firewall ports, and confirm immediate link synchronization with zero frame errors.
Fits these models
- Fortinet FortiGate 1000D
- Fortinet FortiGate 100F
- Fortinet FortiGate 1100E
- Fortinet FortiGate 1200D
- Fortinet FortiGate 1500D
- Fortinet FortiGate 1800F
- Fortinet FortiGate 2000E
- Fortinet FortiGate 200E
- Fortinet FortiGate 200F
- Fortinet FortiGate 2200E
- Fortinet FortiGate 2500E
- Fortinet FortiGate 2600F
- Fortinet FortiGate 3000D
- Fortinet FortiGate 300D
- Fortinet FortiGate 300E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3200D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3300E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3400E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3600E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3700D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3800D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3960E
- Fortinet FortiGate 400D
- Fortinet FortiGate 400E
- Fortinet FortiGate 400F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4200F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4400F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4800F
- Fortinet FortiGate 500D
- Fortinet FortiGate 500E
- Fortinet FortiGate 6000F
- Fortinet FortiGate 600D
- Fortinet FortiGate 600E
- Fortinet FortiGate 600F
- Fortinet FortiGate 7000E
- Fortinet FortiGate 900D
Check compatibility with Fortinet
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Fortinet has tested with the Fortinet FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M.
- Specifications Fortinet Document Library (hardware guides and transceiver support)
- Support Fortinet Support
FAQ
What is the physical cable length?
It is exactly 3 meters in total length.
Does this cable require electrical operating power?
No, it is a fully passive twinaxial copper cable requiring zero electrical operating power.
Buying or selling FN-CBL-10G-SFP+-3M?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Fortinet Optical Transceivers Data Sheet, checked 2026-10-27