00KF003 - Lenovo Mellanox 1m QSFP Passive Direct Attach Cable Cable for Lenovo System X

00KF003 - Lenovo Mellanox 1m QSFP Passive Direct Attach Cable Cable for Lenovo System X

SKU: 00KF003 Brand: Lenovo Category: Cables & Adapters
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About the 00KF003

This Lenovo 00KF003 delivers Cables & Adapters functionality in a form factor and electrical specification matched to Lenovo ThinkSystem SR530, SR630, SR650, SR670 and ThinkServer platforms. The unit is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles and is verified against the OEM part-number registry before listing. Technical specifications include range of 1 m, features of QSFP. Common deployment scenarios include enterprise data-center, server-room, and managed-service-provider environments where matched-OEM-part procurement is required for warranty and compliance continuity. Our procurement team maintains active inventory of the 00KF003 and verifies condition, firmware revision, and OEM part-number registry alignment for each unit prior to sale. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 30-day functional warranty and accepts Net 30 / Net 60 terms for qualified business accounts. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Range

    1 m

  • Features

    QSFP

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    New / Certified Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Each refurb unit tested + functional warranty
  • Warranty

    30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee

    Coverage
    Return for full refund within 30 days of delivery
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch

    Cutoff
    Orders placed before 3pm ET
  • Returns

    30-Day Free Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPN00KF003
ManufacturerLenovo
CategoryCables & Adapters
Range1 m
FeaturesQSFP
ConditionNew / Certified Refurbished
Warranty30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Free Returns — US

Summary

The 00KF003 is a Lenovo cables & adapters component with range 1 m, features QSFP. Pricing on the 00KF003 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.

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  • Same-Day US Shipping — orders before 3pm ET ship today via FedEx/UPS
  • 30-Day Free Returns — pre-paid label included on all US orders
  • Net 30 Available — for verified business buyers
  • 2,000+ B2B Customers — MSPs, government, education, enterprise IT

Quick Answer: Is the 00KF003 compatible with my switch?

Pro Disk Network validates every 00KF003 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.

How fast does the 00KF003 ship?

00KF003 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.

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Common Use Cases for 00KF003

The 00KF003 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.

  • Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
  • DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
  • Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
  • Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.

New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier

Pro Disk Network offers the 00KF003 across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.

TierDiscount vs OEM ListWarrantyBest For
New (Sealed OEM)25–40%Lenovo manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)50–65%3-year Pro Disk Network warrantyNew cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished75–85%12-month advance replacementCapacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh

What is the 00KF003?

The 00KF003 is a Lenovo network interface module with range 1 m and features QSFP, manufactured by Lenovo. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.

Pros & Cons of 00KF003

Pros

  • Drop-in replacement for failed line cards or transceivers
  • Bulk-pack pricing for multi-rack deployments
  • Coding to OEM TLV is verified before shipping

Cons

  • Third-party optic — some firmware revs require "service unsupported transceiver-type"
  • Bulk DAC orders may ship LTL on >100-pc reels
  • Confirm transceiver coding before mixing vendors in the same chassis

Frequently Asked Questions about 00KF003

Is the 00KF003 a genuine Lenovo part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 00KF003 as factory-original Lenovo inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Lenovo servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Is the 00KF003 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every 00KF003 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the 00KF003 ship?
00KF003 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the 00KF003?
New 00KF003 units carry the full Lenovo manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 00KF003?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Cables & Adapters

Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility

For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the 00KF003 works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.

Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage

Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.

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