NVIDIA Mellanox® MC220731V-005 — Networking Product

Specifications

OEM: NVIDIA Mellanox
Part Number (MPN): MC220731V-005
Category: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
Connector Type: QSFP
Speed: 56GbE
Protocol Support: VPI (Ethernet + InfiniBand, software-selectable per port)
Condition: Refurbished Grade A — bench-tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS


Identity
The NVIDIA Mellanox® MC220731V-005 is a QSFP 56GbE Active Optical Cable (AOC). Refurbished Grade A — bench-tested in both link and signal-integrity checks by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS.

What This Is NOT

NOT a passive copper DAC. Powered optics at each end, fiber in between.
NOT a transceiver with a detachable patch cord. Fiber and connectors are one fixed assembly.
NOT a splitter or breakout cable. 1-to-1 assembly.
NOT bundled with adapters or transceivers — sold standalone.


Compatibility & Constraints

Use only in ports that support the same connector, data rate and protocol (InfiniBand or Ethernet). Supported speeds depend on host firmware and switch configuration.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the MC220731V-005?
The MC220731V-005 is a 5m active optical VPI cable with QSFP connectors, software-selectable between InfiniBand and Ethernet, rated up to 56Gb/s.
Q. Does it run InfiniBand and Ethernet simultaneously?
No. It is a VPI cable - the mode is set per port, not both at once.
Q. Will T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS confirm the configuration of MC220731V-005 before shipping?
Yes. T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS (tes-itsolutions.com) inspects each unit and verifies vendor markings before dispatch from EU stock.

Why T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
Every unit is bench-tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS: link establishment, port-by-port traffic validation, and full cosmetic inspection. Professional anti-static packaging, global B2B shipping from EU stock, and technical consultation for HPC / AI cluster deployments.