Lenovo 00YL640 5M SFP+ Male to SFP+ Male Active Optic Cable

Overview

The Lenovo 00YL640 is a 5-meter active optical cable designed to deliver high-speed data transfer between network devices using SFP+ male connectors on both ends. It supports reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections while maintaining signal integrity over its full length of 16.4 feet. This cable is especially suited for data center environments where low latency and minimal signal loss are critical.

Key features

• Active signal conversion integrated into the cable to reduce attenuation and latency compared to passive copper cables
• Direct SFP+ male to SFP+ male connection eliminates the need for additional transceivers or patch panels, simplifying installation
• Compatible with Lenovo Flex System and other standard SFP+ ports, supporting a wide range of switches, servers, and storage arrays
• Ideal for short-distance connections such as wiring servers to top-of-rack switches or linking adjacent racks in enterprise networks
• Maintains consistent high-speed data throughput, ensuring stable and efficient network performance

Key specs

• Cable length: 5 meters (16.4 feet)
• Connector type: SFP+ male to SFP+ male
• Data rate: 10 Gigabit Ethernet compatible
• Cable type: Active fiber optic

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable works seamlessly with any device featuring standard SFP+ ports, including Lenovo Flex System servers, network switches, and storage devices. Its active design ensures compatibility with high-speed networking equipment commonly found in modern data centers and enterprise environments.

Installation and setup

Installation is straightforward: simply insert each SFP+ connector into the corresponding port on your devices and verify the link status. The active optical cable requires no additional hardware, which reduces setup time and potential points of failure, making it a practical choice for network administrators managing complex infrastructures.

Ideal uses and environments

This cable is well suited for data centers and enterprise networks that require reliable, high-speed connections over short distances. It fits naturally in rack-mounted setups, connecting servers to switches or linking aggregation switches in adjacent racks. Its active optical design makes it a strong choice for environments where signal quality and low latency are priorities.