NVIDIA Mellanox® MCP1OPT-W00930L2 — Passive Copper QSFP-DD OPT Test Cable 0.9m
Technical Identity
The NVIDIA Mellanox® MCP1OPT-W00930L2 is a 0.9m passive copper QSFP-DD OPT (Optical Port Test) cable with dual Latch×2 connectors in a normally-loaded configuration. Engineered for lab bring-up, port validation, and internal QSFP-DD diagnostic use on NVIDIA switch and adapter platforms. Condition: Refurbished, EU stock.
Specifications

Brand: NVIDIA Mellanox
Model / MPN: MCP1OPT-W00930L2
Product type: OPT Test Cable (diagnostic / lab use)
Connector: QSFP-DD both ends, Latch×2 mechanism
Length: 0.9m
Configuration: Normally Loaded
Medium: Passive copper (DAC)
Use: Lab validation, port loopback, signal-integrity diagnostics
Condition: Refurbished

What This Is NOT

NOT a production data-center cable. Designated "For Internal Use Only" by NVIDIA — intended for lab diagnostics, not live traffic.
NOT OSFP, QSFP56, or QSFP28. QSFP-DD (Dual Density) only — not interchangeable with other form factors.
NOT an active cable. Passive copper — no signal conditioning, retiming, or optical conversion.
NOT supplied with test fixtures, adapters, or loopback equipment.

Compatibility & Constraints

Compatible ports: QSFP-DD cages on NVIDIA switches and adapters used for port loopback, link diagnostics, and bring-up testing.
Test context only: Used during manufacturing test, lab validation, and port qualification on platforms that expose QSFP-DD-capable ports — not for production data flow.
Use case: Production-line port validation, lab bring-up, signal-integrity diagnostics — not intended for production traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the MCP1OPT-W00930L2?
0.9m passive copper QSFP-DD OPT test cable, Latch×2, normally loaded. For QSFP-DD port diagnostics and link testing on NVIDIA platforms.
Q. What does OPT test cable mean?
OPT = Optical Port Test. Used for port-level validation and loopback testing on QSFP-DD switch/adapter ports during lab bring-up or diagnostics.
Q. Can MCP1OPT-W00930L2 be used for production traffic?
Not recommended — designated 'For Internal Use Only'. Use standard LinkX cables for live deployments.
Q. What connector does MCP1OPT-W00930L2 use?
QSFP-DD (Dual Density) with Latch×2. Not compatible with OSFP, QSFP56, or QSFP28.
Q. What condition does T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS supply?
Refurbished — inspected and verified, EU stock.
Why buy from T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS is a Europe-based data-center networking specialist. Every unit is MPN-identified, EEPROM-verified where applicable, and cosmetically inspected before leaving our EU warehouse. Multi-currency invoicing, worldwide express shipping, and free pre-sale technical consultation included.