NVIDIA Mellanox MC2206130-003 FDR10 40Gb/s QSFP to QSFP Passive Copper DAC, 3m: This is a 3m passive copper Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for FDR10 InfiniBand 40Gb/s and 40GbE Ethernet connectivity over a fixed-length QSFP to QSFP assembly. This is a passive (un-amplified) copper assembly, not an active optical or active copper cable, and not a transceiver with a separate patch cord. Condition: Refurbished — Tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS, supplied as a Lot of 5.
Engineering Context
The MC2206130-003 is a Mellanox VPI-class passive copper assembly, meaning the cable can carry either FDR10 InfiniBand at 40Gb/s (4x10Gb/s) or 40GbE Ethernet on host ports configured for the corresponding mode. It uses a QSFP form factor on both ends with integrated EEPROM that lets the switch and adapter identify the cable's length and rated data rate. At 3m, copper is the standard physical layer at 40Gb/s — far cheaper than QSFP+ SR4 transceivers with MPO patch cords for short runs. Being passive, the cable consumes no host power and adds zero per-port heat budget.
Deployment & Use Cases
40Gb/s InfiniBand FDR10 fabric runs between switches and host adapters within a single rack or to an adjacent rack. 40GbE Ethernet inter-switch links in mixed-mode VPI fabrics. Compute-cluster expansions where the existing infrastructure is FDR10-class and matching cables are required. Refresh/replacement of failed cables in long-running 40Gb/s installations.
Technical Specifications
OEM: NVIDIA Mellanox
Part Number: MC2206130-003
Form Factor: QSFP to QSFP (Point-to-Point)
Cable Type: Passive Copper DAC
Length: 3m
Data Rate (IB): FDR10 InfiniBand 40Gb/s (4x10Gb/s)
Data Rate (Ethernet): 40GbE (VPI mode)
Protocol: VPI — InfiniBand FDR10 or Ethernet 40GbE
Conductor: Copper (twin-axial)
Power: 0 W (passive)
Pack: Lot of 5
Condition: Refurbished — Tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
Compatibility & Hard Constraints
Compatible with Mellanox FDR10/QDR-class InfiniBand switches (e.g., SX6036, SX6005, IS5000 series) and ConnectX-2 / ConnectX-3 / ConnectX-3 Pro host adapters configured for InfiniBand or 40GbE VPI mode. Will operate as a 40GbE Ethernet cable when both endpoints are configured for Ethernet. Not compatible with EDR (100Gb/s) QSFP28 ports — this is a QSFP form factor cable rated for FDR10. Not a breakout cable; does not split into 4xSFP+. Fixed 3m length.
Why Choose T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS tests every cable for end-to-end link integrity, EEPROM data, and connector condition prior to dispatch. We provide expert consultation on InfiniBand/VPI fabric cabling, EU and global shipping, and a comprehensive warranty. Standard handling time is 1–3 business days.