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MFS1S00-H005V

Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V 200Gbps InfiniBand QSFP56+Active Optical Cable

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MellanoxSKU: 859623
Model Number: MFS1S00-H005V
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Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V 200Gbps InfiniBand QSFP56+Active Optical Cable

Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V 200Gbps InfiniBand QSFP56+Active Optical Cable

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  • Overview

Overview

The Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V 200Gbps InfiniBand QSFP56+ Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a high-performance optical interconnect designed to meet the demanding requirements of HDR InfiniBand fabrics in modern AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and large-scale datacenterenvironments. Engineered for ultra-low latency and deterministic performance, this cable delivers a full 200Gbps aggregate bandwidth, enabling fast, reliable communication between switches, servers, storage systems, and GPU-accelerated compute nodes.

Specifications

Model Number:   MFS1S00-H005V

Brand:  Mellanox

Product Type:  Optical Cable

Technical Description

Brand:  Mellanox  

Model:  MFS1S00-H005V 

Connector Type on Second End:  QSFP56 Network

Cable Length:  5m

Max Data Rate:  200 Gbps

Device Supported:  Network Device

Features:  HDR Support

Features:  AOC Technology

Material:  Fiber

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V and where is it used?

The Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V is a 200Gbps QSFP56+ Active Optical Cable (AOC) engineered for HDR InfiniBand fabrics. It is commonly deployed in AI training clusters, GPU interconnects, high-performance computing (HPC) systems, and large-scale data-center networks where ultra-low latency and high bandwidth are critical.

What InfiniBand speeds and protocols does this AOC support?

This cable supports HDR InfiniBand at 200Gbps, enabling high-throughput, low-latency communication between switches, host channel adapters (HCAs), and GPU nodes. It is optimized for parallel workloads and high-message-rate environments.

Why use an Active Optical Cable instead of a DAC at 200Gbps?

At 200Gbps speeds, copper DAC cables suffer from signal attenuation, EMI, and limited reach. The MFS1S00-H005V AOC provides superior signal integrity, longer reliable reach, lower bit error rates, and consistent performance, making it ideal for dense, high-speed rack deployments.

What is the cable length and recommended deployment scenario?

The cable is 5 meters long, making it ideal for in-rack and adjacent-rack connections, including switch-to-server, switch-to-switch, and GPU node interconnects in spine-leaf architectures.

What connector type does the MFS1S00-H005V use?

It features QSFP56+ connectors on both ends, ensuring compatibility with InfiniBand HDR switches, NVIDIA/Mellanox adapters, and modern network interface cards (NICs) that support QSFP56 interfaces.

Is this cable optimized for AI and GPU-based workloads?

Yes. The cable is designed to support AI model training, inference pipelines, GPU-to-GPU communication, and RDMA-based workloads, where deterministic latency and sustained bandwidth directly impact performance and scalability.

Does the MFS1S00-H005V support HDR InfiniBand features?

Yes. It fully supports HDR InfiniBand features, including advanced congestion control, scalable fabric performance, and efficient packet handling, which are essential for large multi-node clusters.

Is the cable compatible with NVIDIA / Mellanox networking hardware?

The MFS1S00-H005V is fully validated and certified for Mellanox (now NVIDIA) InfiniBand platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability, firmware compatibility, and optimal fabric performance.

Is this Active Optical Cable suitable for 24/7 enterprise operation?

Absolutely. It is built for continuous, mission-critical data-center operation, offering stable optical performance, durability, and reliability in environments with sustained high traffic loads.

Why choose the Mellanox MFS1S00-H005V over third-party AOCs?

Mellanox-branded AOCs undergo strict qualification, InfiniBand certification, and end-to-end validation, delivering guaranteed compatibility, lower risk of link instability, and superior performance compared to unverified third-party alternatives.