AOC SFP28 Cable BlueOptics 4X97A94013-BO 25GBASE-SR 15m compatible with Lenovo

The AOC SFP28 Cable BlueOptics 4X97A94013-BO is a direct-attach active optical cable designed for short-reach 25GBASE-SR connections over multimode fiber. With a 15 m length and SFP28 form-factor, this BlueOptics cable provides a low-latency, high-bandwidth link for 25 Gigabit Ethernet ports and is specified as compatible with Lenovo equipment. It is intended for use where a compact, factory-terminated optical connection is required instead of separate transceivers and patch cords.

Advantages

This AOC cable integrates transceiver electronics and multimode fiber into a single factory-terminated assembly, reducing installation time and minimizing connector loss. The 25GBASE-SR optical interface supports high data rates with low jitter and predictable latency. At 15 m length it covers common top-of-rack and equipment-to-equipment runs in racks and within adjacent racks, while the SFP28 connectors maintain compatibility with standard 25G ports.

Suitable for

• Top-of-rack switch to server connections within a rack or adjacent racks
• Server uplinks and leaf-spine links in data center environments
• High-density 25 Gigabit Ethernet deployments using SFP28 ports
• Short-reach interconnects where factory-terminated optical assemblies are preferred

When it may not be suitable

This cable is intended for short-reach multimode links and is not suitable for long-distance single‑mode fiber runs or campus-wide links that require greater reach. It may not be appropriate where vendor lock-in policies or specific interoperability certifications require separately purchased transceivers with explicit vendor endorsement.

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gigabit Ethernet (25GBASE-SR)
• Physical medium: multimode fiber (OMx specification for short-reach)
• Connector type: SFP28 form-factor, duplex optical connection
• Cable length: 15 meters
• Application: short-reach data center interconnects and server/switch links

How to use

Install the AOC by inserting each SFP28 connector into the corresponding 25G SFP28 port on your switch or server until it latches. Ensure ports are powered down or follow hot-swap procedures recommended by your hardware vendor. Verify link status in the device management interface and check the negotiated speed is 25 Gbps. Route the cable to avoid tight bends and mechanical stress; maintain the minimum bend radius specified by the manufacturer to preserve optical performance.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm physical port compatibility: SFP28 ports on your switches and servers
• Verify multimode cabling environment and that 15 m reach is sufficient for your run
• Check vendor interoperability policies or required compatibility statements for your hardware
• Assess whether an active optical cable (integrated transceivers) is preferred over separate transceivers and patch cords

Usage recommendations

For reliable performance, use this AOC for intra-rack and adjacent-rack connections up to 15 m, avoid tight bends, handle SFP28 connectors by the housing, and confirm link parameters after installation. If in doubt about interoperability with specific switch firmware or switch vendor requirements, validate with a short compatibility test before wide deployment.