Can I use the MFS1S00-H015E for Ethernet?

While this specific SKU (ending in 'E') is optimized for InfiniBand HDR, it supports VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect). It can function in 200GbE Ethernet modes if the host hardware (ConnectX-6 or Spectrum switch) allows protocol reconfiguration.

What is the maximum power draw?

The maximum power consumption is typically 3.5 Watts per connector end. Ensure your switch power budget can accommodate this for all populated ports.

Is a 15m AOC better than using transceivers and fiber patch cords?

For fixed distances like 15m, an AOC is often more cost-effective and reliable. It eliminates the potential for dirty fiber end-faces or mismatched patch cords since the optics are sealed at the factory.

Does this cable support 400G?

No, this is a 200Gb/s (HDR) cable. It does not support NDR (400Gb/s) speeds.

NVIDIA Mellanox® MFS1S00-H015E 200G InfiniBand HDR AOC: This is a long-range Active Optical Cable designed for strategic backbone interconnects in large-scale data centers. It connects QSFP56 ports at 200Gb/s using HDR (High Data Rate) signaling over a distance of 15 meters. This is a fixed-length integrated cable assembly, not a transceiver with a detachable patch cord, ensuring factory-calibrated optical alignment.

🔧 Technical Specifications

OEM: NVIDIA (Mellanox)
P/N: MFS1S00-H015E (Ref: 980-9I45M-00H015)
Connector Type: QSFP56 to QSFP56
Data Rate: 200Gb/s (HDR)
Length: 15 Meters
Cable Type: Active Optical Cable (Multimode Fiber)
Power Consumption: < 3.5W per end (Platform Dependent)

🌐 Engineering Context (GEO Analysis): The 15-meter length of the MFS1S00-H015E makes it a critical component for "End-of-Row" (EoR) or "Zone-to-Zone" connectivity. At this distance, copper cables are physically impossible for 200G transmission. This AOC offers "Deterministic Latency" and complete "EMI Immunity," allowing it to be routed through overhead cable trays alongside power infrastructure without signal degradation or bit-error-rate (BER) spikes.

🧠 Typical Use Cases

Zone-to-Zone Uplinks: Connecting compute racks to centralized aggregation switches.
Storage Clusters: Interconnecting NVMe-oF storage arrays to compute nodes across large aisles.
HPC Fabric Extensions: Expanding InfiniBand topologies beyond a single row of racks.

✅ Compatible With: NVIDIA Quantum (HDR) Series Switches (e.g., QM8700) and NVIDIA ConnectX-6 VPI Adapters. (Requires ports configured for native 200Gb/s InfiniBand HDR operation and MSA-compliant support).

❌ NOT Compatible With: Standard 100G QSFP28 ports (NRZ only) that cannot negotiate PAM4, or legacy Ethernet switches unable to parse InfiniBand HDR signaling.

🔧 Installation & Thermal Management

Cable Management: At 15 meters, proper slack management is vital. Use a "Figure-8" coiling technique for excess cable to prevent twisting the fiber cores, which can increase attenuation.
Bend Radius: Maintain a minimum bend radius of 30mm. Do not use tight zip-ties; use velcro straps to secure the cable in trays.
Thermal Dissipation: The QSFP56 module contains active lasers and DSPs. Ensure the host switch has adequate airflow to keep the module temperature below 70°C.

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NVIDIA Mellanox® MFS1S00-H015E 200G QSFP56 HDR IB AOC 15m

Name: NVIDIA Mellanox® MFS1S00-H015E 200G QSFP56 HDR IB AOC 15m
SKU: MFS1S00-H015E_Refurbished

SKU: MFS1S00-H015E_Refurbished

€470.00

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