Lenovo X710 ML2 4X10GBE SFP+ Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 94Y5200 is a network interface card designed for Lenovo System X servers, providing four 10 gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports to deliver high-speed connectivity. It installs via the ML2 interface, allowing you to increase bandwidth without occupying a standard PCIe slot. With a maximum transfer rate of 10 gigabits per second, this adapter supports low latency and reliable throughput, making it suitable for demanding network environments.

This card is ideal for expanding uplink capacity on virtualization hosts, storage servers, or application nodes that require additional network headroom. The SFP+ ports support both fiber and compatible copper connections, enabling seamless integration with existing cabling and switches. Its design fits well in enterprise server rooms and data centers where slot availability is critical, as well as remote sites transitioning to 10 gigabit Ethernet.

Key features

• Four 10 gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports that enable flexible, high-speed network connections
• ML2 form factor that preserves standard PCIe slots for other expansion needs
• Support for Ethernet data link protocol ensuring low latency and dependable throughput
• Compatibility with both fiber and copper cabling to match existing infrastructure
• Ability to separate traffic types or create resilient links for improved network design
• Compact design suited for enterprise and remote server environments requiring efficient slot usage

Key specs

• Ports: 4 x 10 gigabit Ethernet SFP+
• Interface: ML2 for Lenovo System X servers
• Maximum transfer rate: 10 Gbps per port
• Supported cabling: Fiber and compatible copper
• Protocol: Ethernet data link

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter integrates seamlessly with Lenovo System X servers through the ML2 slot, allowing you to add high-speed network ports without sacrificing PCIe slots. The SFP+ ports support a range of fiber optic and copper transceivers, making it adaptable to various network setups and switch types. This flexibility helps maintain consistency with your existing infrastructure while upgrading to 10 gigabit Ethernet speeds.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 94Y5200 is well suited to enterprise data centers and server rooms where maximizing slot availability and network performance is essential. It works effectively in virtualization hosts, storage servers, and application nodes that demand increased bandwidth and low latency. Additionally, it fits remote or branch office sites looking for a straightforward upgrade path to 10 gigabit Ethernet without complex reconfiguration.