We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Yellow 10 ft active fiber cable with QSFP connectors on both ends

Mellanox Technologies

Mellanox Technologies MC220731V-003 10 ft active fiber InfiniBand cable

SKU CH-P5XT-J02WN MPN MC220731V-003

Active fiber cable with QSFP connectors supports up to 56 Gb/s InfiniBand and Ethernet links over 10 ft

  • Network Management TypeOther
  • Supports 56 Gb/s data rates for high-bandwidth fabrics
  • 10 ft active fiber reaches rack-to-rack distances
  • QSFP male connectors on both ends plug straight into network gear
  • Mellanox-certified testing ensures signal integrity on Mellanox equipment
  • VPI design works with InfiniBand and 10/40/56 GbE adapters

What this cable is and who needs it

The Mellanox MC220731V-003 is a 10 ft active fiber cable with QSFP male connectors on both ends. It supports data rates up to 56Gb/s for InfiniBand and 10/40/56GbE network fabrics. The cable is designed for high-bandwidth links between network devices in data-centre or HPC environments.

Installation notes and common issues

Active fiber cables are lighter and more flexible than copper equivalents, so routing through dense racks is straightforward. The QSFP connectors latch securely; ensure the pull-tab is fully engaged to avoid intermittent links. Fibre end-faces must stay clean — dust on the ferrules is the most frequent cause of signal loss.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This suits builders extending Mellanox InfiniBand or Ethernet fabrics at 40 or 56Gb/s over a 10 ft span. Buyers who need a different reach, a copper direct-attach cable, or connectors other than QSFP should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Supports 56 Gb/s data rates for high-bandwidth fabrics
  • 10 ft active fiber reaches rack-to-rack distances
  • QSFP male connectors on both ends plug straight into network gear
  • Mellanox-certified testing ensures signal integrity on Mellanox equipment
  • VPI design works with InfiniBand and 10/40/56 GbE adapters

Specifications

BrandMellanox
Network Management TypeOther
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size229 × 197 × 19 mm

Questions about this item

How do I verify the 56Gb/s link is active after connecting the MC220731V-003?

Check the adapter LEDs for a solid link light and run ibstatus or ethtool to confirm a 56Gb/s InfiniBand or 40/56GbE connection with no errors.

What comes with the MC220731V-003 and what must I source separately?

The box contains the 10 ft active fiber cable with QSFP male connectors on both ends; compatible Mellanox adapters or switches with QSFP ports are purchased separately.

Which MC220731V-003 variant should I choose for a 3 metre run?

The MC220731V-003 is the 10 ft (3 metre) active fiber version; select this MPN when your QSFP-to-QSFP link spans that distance.

New to this? Which coin should you pay with — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

More in SCSI / SAS / InfiniBand Cables

Similar items

Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.