NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H100V Compatible 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 InfiniBand HDR Active Optical Cable, 100m (328ft)
This 100m (328ft) AOC assembly is made for installations that call for NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H100V at 200G. The QSFP56 to QSFP56 connectors and cable arrive as one complete product, ready for a direct link between suitable ports. Field-handling guidance, exact specifications and pre-packing functional checks apply to the part number shown here.
OEM Part Number: MFS1S00-H100VHT Part Number: MFS1S00-H100V
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S00-H100V
- 200G connectivity at 200Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to QSFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 100m (328ft), MFS1S00-H100V
- 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-H100V |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA/Mellanox InfiniBand Compatible | MFS1S00-H100V |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Connector Type | QSFP56 to QSFP56 |
| Max. Data Rate | 200Gbps |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Cable Length | 100m (328ft) |
| 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.
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
Longer assemblies require disciplined cable dressing. For MFS1S00-H100V at 100m (328ft), use the intended managers rather than a diagonal route across the rack, and leave enough space to release each connector. Any service allowance should be loose and supported, with the integrated optical cable and both optical engines protected throughout the path. The next shorter verified assembly is MFS1S00-H050V at 50m (164ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
MFS1S00-H100V is the longest of 10 verified length options in this family. Compared with MFS1S00-H050V at 50m (164ft), it provides 50m of additional reach for a longer vertical drop, a wider rack or an adjacent-cabinet route. Confirm that the complete path requires this length, because unused slack still needs supported, bend-safe storage.
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.
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.
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. The check includes receive activity and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.
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-H100V.
How should an unused assembly be stored?
Protect both connector ends, keep the cable in a loose bend-safe coil and retain its part-number label so the length and compatibility identity remain traceable.
Can different brands be connected with the same assembly?
Only where both hosts explicitly support the complete interface and compatibility arrangement. Document each end and select the appropriate brand-specific product when required.
Does this order code cover multiple lengths?
No. MFS1S00-H100V refers here to 100m (328ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
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 100m (328ft); 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. Worldwide courier services are available, with air or sea freight for consolidated shipments; freight-collect delivery and coordination with a customer’s logistics provider can be arranged.
