NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H020V Compatible 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 InfiniBand HDR Active Optical Cable, 20m (66ft)
For a direct equipment connection requiring NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H020V, this page supplies the 20m (66ft) version with QSFP56 to QSFP56. The cable supports 200G operation and eliminates a separate module-and-patch-cord assembly. Installation, maintenance and spare-cable identification are addressed alongside the full technical details.
OEM Part Number: MFS1S00-H020VHT Part Number: MFS1S00-H020V
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H020V
- 200G connectivity at 200Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to QSFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 20m (66ft), MFS1S00-H020V
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: 4.35W Per End
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | MFS1S00-H020V |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA/Mellanox InfiniBand Compatible | MFS1S00-H020V |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP56 to QSFP56 |
| Max. Data Rate | 200Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 20m (66ft) |
| Jacket Material | LSZH |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Max. Power Consumption | 4.35W Per End |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Protocols | IEEE 802.3, QSFP56 MSA, SFF-8665, SFF-8636, InfiniBand HDR |
| MTBF | ≈3.2 Million Hours |
Signal and Lane Configuration
The listed modulation format is PAM4. Both host interfaces must be configured for the same aggregate rate and lane arrangement. A connector that fits mechanically does not by itself guarantee that the remote port supports this encoding or breakout mode.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is 4.35W Per End. Include this load in the host-port power and thermal budget, especially in densely populated switches. Maintain front-panel clearance and do not bundle the cable so tightly that it obstructs airflow around the connectors.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses LSZH jacket, minimum bend radius 30mm. These mechanical characteristics affect how the cable should be dressed behind the equipment. Avoid sharp edges, excessive ties and repeated tight bends close to the connector boots.
Network and Protocol Considerations
The intended application is determined by the host interface and protocol support. Listed interface and protocol references include IEEE 802.3, QSFP56 MSA, SFF-8665, SFF-8636, InfiniBand HDR. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Integrated Optical Assembly
The optical engines and fiber are permanently integrated into this AOC. There are no detachable optical modules to clean or exchange. Handle the complete assembly by its connector housings and cable, and keep both ends matched to the same interface specification.
Length Selection and Installation Planning
Choose MFS1S00-H020V when the measured managed path justifies 20m (66ft), not simply to leave a large spare coil. Additional reach can simplify adjacent-rack routing, yet unused cable still needs bend-safe storage and ventilation clearance. Keep identification visible so this extended version is not confused with shorter spares. Within this family, MFS1S00-H015V is shorter at 15m (49ft), while MFS1S00-H030V is the next longer choice at 30m (98ft); comparing those two boundaries helps avoid both tension and unnecessary slack.
Position Within the Length Range
MFS1S00-H020V occupies the middle of this family between MFS1S00-H015V at 15m (49ft) and MFS1S00-H030V at 30m (98ft). It adds 5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 10m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the route and both connectors before installation, then support the cable without pulling on either connector housing. During maintenance, release the latch properly rather than using the cable as a handle. Keep protection on unused ends, and if the assembly is removed for later use, coil it loosely and record its part number so the same length can be returned to service. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is 4.35W Per End; the jacket material is LSZH.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
The cable and both connectors are inspected before a functional link test. Connector protection and bend-safe packing reduce handling damage during transport and storage. Customer or site labels can be added for field inventories, with different lengths separated to simplify issue and return of spare assemblies. Volume orders can include customer references on the labels and carton list.
NVIDIA/Mellanox Compatibility and Factory Testing
A field-ready cable needs both correct identification and a stable operating link. Our pre-packing check therefore includes the connectors, host recognition and link behavior. For equipment with uncertain revision history, providing the host model and software release helps identify compatibility requirements before the assembly reaches the installation site. Where supported by the host, receive activity and diagnostic indications are reviewed together with the established link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original NVIDIA/Mellanox cable?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H020V.
Are separate transceivers or patch leads required?
No. This is one complete direct-attach assembly. The ends are not detachable modules and should not be separated from the cable.
Can excess cable be folded into a compact bundle?
No. Use a supported, bend-safe service loop and observe the listed minimum bend radius. Do not crease the cable or tighten ties around the connector boots.
Will any matching connector operate at the same speed?
Not necessarily. Both hosts must support the stated rate, identification, lane mapping and any required breakout configuration; mechanical compatibility alone is insufficient.
Ordering Information
Request the cable by its exact part number and length, and state the equipment model if compatibility confirmation is needed. Site orders can list quantities by rack or installation team. Any requested label should retain the part number so a removed or spare cable can still be identified accurately. This page’s fixed configuration is 20m (66ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
Shipping and Lead Time
Available stock is generally dispatched within one to three working days after order confirmation, with production lead times advised for larger quantities. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.
