MFS1S50-H030VNVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S50-H030V Compatible 200G QSFP56 4 x 50G PAM4 to 2 x 100G QSFP56 2 x 50G PAM4 InfiniBand HDR Active Optical Breakout Cable, 30m (98ft)
This 30m (98ft) MFS1S50-H030V compatible assembly provides 200G AOC connectivity for NVIDIA/Mellanox interfaces in a QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56 configuration. It is supplied as one complete cable, with specifications and installation guidance that help high-density racks balance reach, connector access and airflow while retaining the exact OEM reference required by the host.
OEM Part Number: MFS1S50-H030VHT Part Number: MFS1S50-H030V
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to NVIDIA/Mellanox MFS1S50-H030V
- 200G connectivity at 200Gbps
- Interface configuration: QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56
- Fixed length and part number: 30m (98ft), MFS1S50-H030V
- Cable construction: OM3
- Maximum power consumption: 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End)
- Minimum bend radius: 30mm
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| HT Part Number | MFS1S50-H030V |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA/Mellanox InfiniBand Compatible | MFS1S50-H030V |
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56 |
| Max. Data Rate | 200Gbps |
| Cable Length | 30M(98ft) |
| Cable Type | OM3 |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30mm |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Max. Power Consumption | 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End) |
| Jacket Material | OFNP |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| Protocols | IEEE 802.3, QSFP56 MSA, SFF-8024, SFF-8679, SFF-8665, and SFF-8636, InfiniBand HDR |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
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.
Cable Construction and Routing
This assembly uses OFNP 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-8024, SFF-8679, SFF-8665, and SFF-8636, InfiniBand HDR. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.
Breakout Port Mapping
The QSFP56 to 2x QSFP56 configuration divides the high-speed interface into multiple lower-speed connections. Verify the upstream lane assignment, downstream port speeds and breakout setting on the host before connecting the assembly. Each branch must attach to the correct remote interface.
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 MFS1S50-H030V when the measured managed path justifies 30m (98ft), 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. The next shorter verified assembly is MFS1S50-H020V at 20m (66ft), which is the better comparison when the managed route leaves substantial unused cable.
Position Within the Length Range
MFS1S50-H030V is the longest of 8 verified length options in this family. Compared with MFS1S50-H020V at 20m (66ft), it provides 10m 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.
High-Density Rack Integration
In a densely populated rack, connector access and airflow are part of the link design. Choose the shortest length that follows the managed path comfortably, avoid tight bundles around the connector housings and preserve room for latch operation. Where power consumption is listed, include every populated interface in the host thermal budget rather than assessing a single cable in isolation. For this assembly, the minimum bend radius is 30mm; the stated power consumption is 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G Per End); the jacket material is OFNP.
Power and Thermal Planning
The rated power consumption is 4.5W (200G End) 1.25W (100G 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.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each assembly receives a visual connector inspection and functional link check before it is coiled and protected. Packaging is selected to avoid compressing the cable into a tight bundle, and optional rack-based labels help maintain an orderly installation when many identical interfaces are populated together. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.
Ordering Information
Provide the exact part number, length, quantity and target interface density. For multi-rack projects, list each length separately and identify any preferred carton grouping. Host model and software information can be included for a compatibility review before production or dispatch. This page’s fixed configuration is 30m (98ft); another length must be quoted under its corresponding part number.
NVIDIA/Mellanox Compatibility and Factory Testing
The assembly is evaluated for host recognition and stable link operation, with diagnostics checked where the interface provides them. This approach verifies more than electrical or optical continuity. Exact platform and firmware information remains valuable in high-density deployments because port mode and qualification policy can differ within the same connector family. 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 MFS1S50-H030V.
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. MFS1S50-H030V refers here to 30m (98ft). Every other verified length has a separate part number and page in the length list.
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.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production quantities confirmed at order stage. 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.
