NVIDIA MFP7E10-N005 5m MPO-12/APC Multimode Fiber Cable

Product Model: MFP7E10-N005 | Core Keywords: fiber optic cable, high-speed DAC, MPO cable, NDR interconnect, passive optical cable

1. Product Overview & Specifications

The NVIDIA MFP7E10-N005 is a high-performance, 5-meter passive fiber optic cable engineered for modern data center interconnects. This cable assembly utilizes MPO-12/APC connectors on both ends and houses 50/125μm OM4 multimode fibers. It is specifically designed as a crossover (Type-B) high-speed DAC (Direct Attach Cable) to create point-to-point links between 400/800Gb/s optical transceivers. Its primary role is to provide a reliable, low-loss physical layer for data transmission in high-performance computing, AI clusters, and storage networks leveraging InfiniBand NDR or 400 Gigabit Ethernet protocols.

2. Key Characteristics

• Connector Type: Female-to-Female MPO-12 with 8° Angled Polish (APC).
• Cable Type & Length: 5-meter (N005), OM4 grade 50/125μm multimode fiber, Type-B (crossover) topology.
• Maximum Reach: Supports links up to 50 meters with OM4 fiber, ideal for intra-rack and intra-row connections.
• Jacket: Flexible, round Aqua-colored LSZH-OFNR jacket for improved airflow and fire safety.
• Performance: Low insertion loss (≤ 0.35 dB + 0.0004 x L) and high return loss (≥ 35 dB).
• Protocol Support: InfiniBand (NDR, HDR), Ethernet (400/200/100GbE), and NVLink.

3. Core Technologies & Standards

This interconnect solution is built on established and reliable industry standards to guarantee interoperability and performance.

• Fiber Optic Standard: OM4 Multimode Fiber (IEC 60793-2-10).
• Connector Standard: MPO per IEC 61754-7 and ANSI/TIA-604-5.
• Polish Type: Angled Physical Contact (APC), critical for reducing optical return loss in high-speed links.
• Compliance & Safety: Compliant with Telcordia GR-1435 for connector reliability. Laser Class 1 (IEC 60825). Safety certifications include CB, cTUVus, CE.
• Environmental: LSZH jacket material meets stringent smoke and toxicity requirements.

4. Working Principle & Interconnection

This passive MPO cable functions as a precise optical pathway. It contains 12 fiber positions within each MPO ferrule, of which 8 are active for bidirectional data transmission (4 Tx, 4 Rx per direction). As a Type-B cable, it performs an internal "crossover" of the transmit and receive fiber pairs. Specifically, fiber lane 1 from the transceiver at one end is connected to lane 12 at the opposite transceiver, ensuring the transmitter (laser) at one end is correctly aligned with the receiver (photodetector) at the other end. The 8° angled end faces of the APC connectors are key to scattering any reflected light away from the core, preserving signal integrity, which is paramount for high-speed DAC performance at 400G rates.

5. Application Scenarios

• Switch-to-Switch Links: Connecting spine and leaf switches in a 400G Clos network fabric.
• Switch-to-Adapter Links: Providing high-bandwidth connectivity from top-of-rack (ToR) switches to servers equipped with ConnectX-7 network cards or BlueField-3 DPUs.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC) & AI Clusters: Forming low-latency interconnects between compute and storage nodes in NDR InfiniBand networks.
• Data Center Inter-Rack/Intra-Row Connectivity: An ideal fiber optic cable for distances beyond the reach of passive copper cables, typically between 3 to 50 meters.

6. Detailed Specifications & Ordering Table

Other available lengths: 3m, 7m, 10m, 15m, 20m, 25m, 30m, 35m, 40m, 50m.

7. Advantages & Competitive Selling Points

• NVIDIA Ecosystem Optimization: Unlike generic MPO cables, this cable is tested and validated end-to-end with NVIDIA switches, network cards, and transceivers, ensuring plug-and-play reliability and performance.
• APC Polish for High-Speed Advantage: The APC polish is essential for 400G/NDR speeds to manage reflectance, offering a clear advantage over UPC-polished cables used for lower-speed generations.
• Superior Build Quality: Rigorous manufacturing and testing processes result in lower failure rates and consistent optical performance across all cables.
• Future-Ready: Supports the latest 400G/NDR standards, protecting infrastructure investments as networks evolve from 100/200G.

8. Service & Support Commitment

We stand behind every product we supply with a comprehensive service package:

• Warranty: Covered by NVIDIA's standard product warranty. Documentation provided.
• Availability & Fast Delivery: The MFP7E10-N005 model is typically available from stock. Our $10 million aggregate inventory ensures we can meet large and urgent demands.
• Technical Support: Our specialized technical team provides pre-sales consultation and 24/7 post-sales support for installation and troubleshooting.
• Global Supply Chain: We manage reliable logistics to ensure accurate and timely delivery worldwide, backed by over a decade of experience in network hardware distribution.

9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use this MFP7E10-N005 cable to connect an OSFP port to a QSFP112 port?
A: Yes, absolutely. This cable is designed to interconnect various 400G form factors. One end connects to an OSFP DR8 transceiver (common in switches), and the other end can connect to a QSFP112 transceiver (common in ConnectX-7 network cards), provided the appropriate transceivers are used.

Q2: What is the difference between MPO-12/APC and MPO-12/UPC cables?
A: The key difference is the connector polish. APC (Angled Physical Contact) has an 8° angle to minimize back-reflection, critical for high-speed, single-wavelength links like 400G/NDR. UPC (Ultra Physical Contact) has a flat polish and is common in lower-speed, parallel optics (e.g., 100G-SR4). They are not physically compatible.

Q3: Is this cable a "Direct Attach Copper (DAC)" or an "Active Optical Cable (AOC)"?
A: It is neither. This is a passive optical cable or fiber optic cable. It contains only fiber and connectors, with no active electronics. It requires separate pluggable optical transceivers to be installed in the switch or network card ports.

Q4: What is the minimum bend radius for this cable during installation?
A: The minimum bending radius anywhere along the cable is 30 mm (approximately 1.2 inches). Bending it tighter can cause permanent damage to the fibers and increase signal loss.

Q5: How do I clean and maintain these MPO connectors?
A: Always use approved optical connector cleaners (clicker-style or cassette tape) on both the cable ferrule and the transceiver port before mating. Keep dust caps on when not connected. Avoid touching the end faces.

10. Precautions & Handling Instructions

• Compatibility Check: Ensure your transceivers are MPO-12/APC type (typically with a green connector body). Do not attempt to mate with blue-bodied MPO-12/UPC connectors.
• Environmental Conditions: Operate and store within specified temperature (-40°C to +85°C storage, 0°C to +70°C operation) and humidity (10% to 85% non-condensing) ranges.
• Installation Safety: Although the cable itself is not ESD-sensitive, the transceivers it plugs into are. Always use an ESD wrist strap when handling transceivers and cables during installation.
• Mechanical Stress: Avoid crushing, pinching, or putting excessive tensile load on the cable. Use cable managers for support.
• Certification: For official regulatory certification documents (CE, FCC, etc.), please request the certification zip file from your NVIDIA FAE or our support team. This specific high-speed DAC solution is designed for commercial data center environments.

11. Company Introduction

Our company is a well-established leader in the networking hardware distribution sector with a track record spanning more than ten years. Our foundation is built upon significant manufacturing scale, supported by a highly skilled and dedicated technical team. This extensive operational history has allowed us to cultivate a broad, satisfied clientele and accumulate deep, practical expertise in complex networking solutions.

We are a proud authorized distributor for premier technology brands, including NVIDIA Networking (formerly Mellanox), Ruckus, Aruba, and Extreme Networks. Our core focus is supplying 100% original, brand-new infrastructure components such as switches, network interface cards, wireless systems, and critical connectivity solutions like high-performance fiber optic cables.