NVIDIA 5M Passive Fiber Cable

Overview

The NVIDIA MFP7E20-N005 is a 5 meter passive fiber optic cable designed to provide reliable, high-speed connections within data centers and enterprise networks. It features multimode fiber strands and MPO-12 APC connectors arranged in a point-to-multipoint configuration, allowing a single source port to connect to two destination devices. This cable is ideal for linking top-of-rack switches, servers, and storage arrays where space and port density are critical.

Key features

• Passive design eliminates the need for external power or signal regeneration, simplifying installation and reducing maintenance.
• Point-to-multipoint layout with one MPO-12 connector fanning out to two MPO-12 connectors supports breakout panels and high-density switch ports.
• Multimode fiber optimized for short-range, high-bandwidth traffic common in modern data centers and enterprise wiring closets.
• Connectors are keyed and labeled for quick and error-free installation, helping technicians perform moves, adds, and changes efficiently.
• Five meter length provides enough slack for neat cable management while maintaining short, efficient signal paths.

Key specs

• Cable length: 5 meters
• Fiber type: Multimode
• Connector type: MPO-12 APC on source side, fanning out to two MPO-12 APC connectors on destination side
• Configuration: Passive point-to-multipoint
• Polish type: APC (Angled Physical Contact) for low-loss performance

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is designed to connect high-speed networking equipment such as top-of-rack switches, breakout panels, clustered servers, and storage arrays. Its MPO-12 APC connectors ensure compatibility with devices that support multimode fiber and MPO interfaces, making it a strong choice for dense network environments where multiple devices share a single port.

Installation and setup

Installation is straightforward: simply remove the dust caps, align the guide pins on the MPO-12 connectors, and click them into place. The keyed and labeled connectors reduce the risk of misalignment, allowing network teams to complete moves, adds, and changes quickly without confusion. The passive nature of the cable means no additional power or cooling is required, streamlining deployment and lowering operational costs.

Ideal uses and environments

This cable fits well in data centers, enterprise wiring closets, and lab test benches where short-range, high-bandwidth connections are needed. It is particularly suited for setups requiring high port density and efficient cable management, such as spine-leaf topologies and breakout panel configurations. Network architects looking to reduce power consumption and simplify infrastructure will find this cable a practical and dependable solution.