NVIDIA Passive Copper Splitter Cable IB Twin Port

Overview

The NVIDIA MCP7Y00-N01A is a passive copper splitter cable designed to convert a single 800 Gb/s InfiniBand NDR connection into two separate 400 Gb/s links. It features dual OSFP connectors on each end, allowing direct connection to compatible switches or adapters without additional hardware. With a length of 15 meters, this cable offers flexibility in rack design, enabling optimal equipment placement for airflow and serviceability while maintaining low latency and high signal integrity.

Key features

• Splits one 800 Gb/s NDR port into two independent 400 Gb/s links, effectively doubling connectivity options.
• Passive copper construction eliminates the need for external power, reducing complexity and potential points of failure.
• Dual OSFP connectors ensure seamless integration with modern InfiniBand switches and adapters.
• 15-meter length provides ample reach for flexible rack layouts and improved equipment accessibility.
• Engineered to maintain low latency and preserve signal integrity at demanding data rates, supporting high-performance networking.
• Well suited for data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and AI workloads requiring reliable, high-speed connections.

Key specs

• Data rate: splits 800 Gb/s InfiniBand NDR into two 400 Gb/s links
• Connector type: dual OSFP on both ends
• Cable type: passive copper
• Length: 15 meters
• Latency: low, due to passive design
• Signal integrity: maintained at very high data rates

Connectivity and compatibility

This splitter cable is compatible with InfiniBand NDR switches and adapters that support OSFP connectors. It is ideal for linking spine switches to leaf switches or connecting GPU servers to aggregation layers in modern data center environments. The passive design ensures compatibility without requiring additional power sources or active components.

Ideal uses and environments

The NVIDIA MCP7Y00-N01A fits well in data centers focused on artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and large-scale cloud deployments. Network engineers can rely on it to optimize rack layouts and maintain high-speed, low-latency connections in complex networking setups. Its passive copper design and length make it a strong choice for environments where reliability and signal quality are critical.