NVIDIA Mellanox MFS1S50-H010E 200Gb/s Active Optical Splitter Cable
The NVIDIA Mellanox MFS1S50-H010E is a high-performance active optical splitter cable engineered for enterprise data centers requiring flexible, cost-effective bandwidth distribution. This 200Gb/s to 2x100Gb/s HDR breakout solution connects a single 200Gb/s QSFP56 port to two 100Gb/s QSFP56 ports, making it ideal for InfiniBand HDR and 200GbE Ethernet infrastructure. With 10 meters of multimode fiber connectivity, this VCSEL-based splitter delivers low-latency performance while maintaining SFF-8665 compliance for seamless integration into existing high-speed networks.
Key Features
- 200Gb/s to 2x100Gb/s active optical splitter breakout architecture
- QSFP56 VCSEL-based technology for reliable multimode fiber transmission
- 10-meter cable length optimized for rack-to-rack and switch-to-server connectivity
- InfiniBand HDR and HDR100 compliance with low-latency performance
- SFF-8665 standard compliant for universal data center compatibility
- Cost-effective alternative to separate transceivers and patch cables
- Supports dual 100Gb/s connections from single 200Gb/s source
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
SOLE SOURCE TECHNOLOGY / NVIDIA Mellanox |
| Part Number |
MFS1S50-H010E-SG |
| Product Type |
Active Optical Splitter Cable |
| Connector Type |
QSFP56 (1x Input, 2x Output) |
| Bandwidth Configuration |
200Gb/s to 2x100Gb/s |
| Cable Length |
10 meters |
| Fiber Type |
Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
| Technology |
VCSEL-based Active Optical |
| Protocol Support |
InfiniBand HDR, HDR100, 200GbE Ethernet |
| Standards Compliance |
SFF-8665 |
| Performance |
Low-latency, high-speed interconnect |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an active optical splitter cable used for?
An active optical splitter cable like the MFS1S50-H010E enables bandwidth distribution by splitting a single high-speed 200Gb/s connection into two 100Gb/s connections. This is essential for data center architectures where you need to connect one switch port to multiple servers or distribute bandwidth across network segments without additional equipment.
Is the NVIDIA Mellanox MFS1S50-H010E compatible with 200GbE networks?
Yes, the MFS1S50-H010E supports both InfiniBand HDR and 200GbE Ethernet protocols. Its QSFP56 connectors and SFF-8665 compliance ensure compatibility with modern data center infrastructure supporting 200Gb/s connectivity standards.
What are the advantages of using this active optical splitter over separate transceivers?
The integrated active optical splitter design eliminates the need for multiple transceivers, reducing cost, power consumption, and cable clutter. The 10-meter multimode fiber provides flexibility in rack layouts while maintaining low-latency performance essential for high-speed data center operations.
Does the MFS1S50-H010E support HDR100 breakout applications?
Yes, this cable is fully compliant with both InfiniBand HDR and HDR100 standards, making it suitable for next-generation data center networks requiring 200Gb/s to 2x100Gb/s breakout functionality with reliable, low-latency connectivity.
