NVIDIA/Mellanox MCP7Y00-N01A Compatible 800G IHS/Finned Top to 2 x 400G OSFP 4 x 100G PAM4 RHS/Flat Top OSFP InfiniBand NDR Passive Copper Breakout Cable, 1.5m (5ft)

Product Highlights

• Compatible alternative to NVIDIA/Mellanox MCP7Y00-N01A
• 800G connectivity at 800Gbps
• Interface configuration: 800G OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to 2x 400G OSFP (RHS/Flat Top)
• Fixed length and part number: 1.5m (5ft), MCP7Y00-N01A
• Cable construction: Passive Breakout DAC
• Conductor specification: 26AWG
• Maximum power consumption: 0.1W @800G, 0.1W @400G
• Minimum bend radius: 72mm

Specifications

Signal and Lane Configuration

The listed modulation format is 8x 100G-PAM4 to Dual 4x 100G-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 26AWG conductors, PET jacket, minimum bend radius 72mm. 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 800G InfiniBand NDR. Listed interface and protocol references include OSFP MSA Rev5.0, IEEE 802.3ck, CMIS 4.0. Confirm that the host firmware and port configuration support the same operating mode.

Breakout Port Mapping

The 800G OSFP (IHS/Finned Top) to 2x 400G OSFP (RHS/Flat Top) 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.

Passive Copper Operation

A passive DAC has no separate optical conversion stage. Its low-power, low-latency operation is useful for short equipment links, but the assembly must remain within the length and signaling mode accepted by both hosts.

Length Selection and Installation Planning

The additional half metre beyond a one-metre assembly gives MCP7Y00-N01A useful routing flexibility when the ports are not directly aligned. It can accommodate a different rack unit or a short service loop, but excess cable should be dressed loosely rather than folded into a tight coil.

Position Within the Length Range

MCP7Y00-N01A occupies the middle of this family between MCP7Y00-N001 at 1m (3ft) and MCP7Y00-N002 at 2m (7ft). It adds 0.5m over the shorter option for extra routing clearance, while the next longer version adds another 0.5m. Measure the managed path and choose this version when its reach is sufficient without creating the slack associated with the longer assembly.

Rack Layout and Service Access

Plan the managed route before removing the connector protection. The cable should reach both ports without tension while leaving enough space to release the latches and service adjacent interfaces. Support the run through the intended managers, keep the connector boots clear of sharp edges and avoid storing excess length in a tight coil behind warm exhaust air. For this assembly, the listed conductor specification is 26AWG; the minimum bend radius is 72mm; the stated power consumption is 0.1W @800G, 0.1W @400G; the jacket material is PET.

Power and Thermal Planning

The rated power consumption is 0.1W @800G, 0.1W @400G. 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

The completed cable is inspected at both ends, functionally tested and coiled with bend-safe slack. Protective packaging keeps the latches and boots from taking impact, while optional project labels can identify the two endpoint locations for easier field service. Neutral packaging and customer-specific packing documentation are available on request.

NVIDIA/Mellanox Compatibility and Factory Testing

Compatibility is verified as part of a complete installation check: connector inspection, host identification and an operating link. The physical cable is evaluated together with the expected OEM identity, because a connector that fits is not sufficient evidence that the host will accept and operate the assembly correctly. The check includes link stability and diagnostic indications, followed by a final inspection of both ends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ordering Information

When requesting this assembly, include the exact part number and length together with the destination port types. For a rack installation, a simple port-to-port list helps us keep different lengths separate and allows any requested labels to correspond with the actual installation sequence. Keep MCP7Y00-N01A associated with 1.5m (5ft) throughout the order and receiving record.

Shipping and Lead Time

Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, while production quantities are confirmed with the order. Delivery can be arranged by courier, air freight or sea freight, and goods may instead be handed to an appointed forwarder or shipped on the customer’s courier account.