7Z57A03550 - Lenovo 20m 850 nm 850nm 100GBase-CR4 QSFP28 to QSFP28 Active Optical Cable

7Z57A03550 - Lenovo 20m 850 nm 850nm 100GBase-CR4 QSFP28 to QSFP28 Active Optical Cable

SKU: 7Z57A03550 Brand: Lenovo Category: Network Ethernet Cables
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About the 7Z57A03550

This Lenovo 7Z57A03550 delivers Network Ethernet Cables functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include network speed of 100 GbE, wavelength of 850 nm, range of 20 m, features of QSFP28. Workload fit covers VMware NSX overlay networking, Kubernetes pod-to-pod east-west bandwidth, Storage Replica replication, and high-throughput backup network paths between ToR switches and backup targets. Pro Disk Network supplies the 7Z57A03550 to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. 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

  • Network Speed

    100 GbE

  • Wavelength

    850 nm

  • Range

    20 m

  • Features

    QSFP28

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Professionally tested — new available on request
  • Warranty

    90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty

    Coverage
    Advance replacement — we ship first, you return the faulty unit
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch

    Cutoff
    Orders placed before 3pm ET
  • Returns

    30-Day Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPN7Z57A03550
ManufacturerLenovo
CategoryNetwork Ethernet Cables
Network Speed100 GbE
Wavelength850 nm
Range20 m
FeaturesQSFP28
ConditionRefurbished — new available on request
Warranty90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty — advance replacement
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Returns — US

Summary

The 7Z57A03550 is a Lenovo network ethernet cables component with network speed 100 GbE, wavelength 850 nm, range 20 m. Pricing on the 7Z57A03550 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.

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Quick Answer: Is the 7Z57A03550 compatible with my switch?

Pro Disk Network validates every 7Z57A03550 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 7Z57A03550 ship?

Pro Disk Network dispatches the 7Z57A03550 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.

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Common Use Cases for 7Z57A03550

The 7Z57A03550 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.

  • 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.

What is the 7Z57A03550?

The 7Z57A03550 is a Lenovo enterprise networking device with network speed 100 GbE and wavelength 850 nm, 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 7Z57A03550

Pros

  • Matched-pair option for redundant link orders
  • Cabling and DAC/AOC labels clearly mark optic class

Cons

  • Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
  • Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
  • Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override

Frequently Asked Questions about 7Z57A03550

Is the 7Z57A03550 a genuine Lenovo part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 7Z57A03550 as factory-original Lenovo inventory. 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 90 days.
Is the 7Z57A03550 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every 7Z57A03550 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 7Z57A03550 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 7Z57A03550 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the 7Z57A03550?
New 7Z57A03550 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 (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 7Z57A03550?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

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

If you are running a multi-vendor leaf-spine architecture (Arista leaves and Cisco spines, for example), order optics coded for each endpoint separately. Optics in DAC and AOC cables are factory-coded to each end and cannot be flashed in-field. Plan the coding split at design time and document it in your network drawings.

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

Sizing network bandwidth for a leaf-spine fabric using the 7Z57A03550 starts with the workload mix. For general-purpose virtualisation, plan 10G server-to-leaf, 25G or 40G leaf-to-spine; oversubscription up to 4:1 is acceptable. For hyperconverged storage (vSAN, Ceph, Storage Spaces Direct), plan 25G server-to-leaf at minimum, 100G leaf-to-spine, oversubscription 1.5:1 maximum. East-west traffic dominates in HCI clusters and starves on oversubscribed fabrics.

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