- General Information
- Manufacturer
- StarTech.com
- Manufacturer Website Address
- http://www.startech.com/uk
- Brand Name
- StarTech.com
- Packaged Quantity
- 1
- Product Type
- Transceiver/Media Converter
This USBto fiber-optic converter lets you utilize the USB 3.0 (Type-A) port on your laptop or tablet to provide a secure fiber network connection. Windows® and Mac compatible, the network adapter provides a 1000MbpsEthernet network connection and 1000Base-SX SC optical transceiver.
Fiber-optic SC port
The USBto fiber-optic converter is equipped with anoptical transceiver for 1000Base-SX networks, providingnetwork connectivity with a maximum range of 550 m over multimode fiber.
Secure fiber-to-the-desk connectivity
This USB to fiber converter provides reliable connectivitywhile protecting your network from problems with electronic interference - a common issue with copper Ethernet networks. Fiber-to-the-desk connectivity (FTTD) maximizes network security, reducing the risk of data leaks for sensitive information, without compromising network speed and reliability.
Easy portability
Compact and portable, this USB 3.0fiber-optic converter is powered directly from the USB port, making it easy to connect when you're on the go.
Plug and play
Get up and running quickly. The converter supports certified drivers for Windows, Mac and Linux®. When you plug the adapter into a USB port, you simply install the drivers and the adapter is ready to transmit over a fiber network.
The US1GA30SXSC is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
- Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Ports
- 1
- USB
- Yes
- Number of SC Ports
- 1
- SC Port Type
- Duplex
- Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported
- Optical Fiber
- Fiber Mode Supported
- Multi-mode
- Fiber Optic Wavelength
- 850 nm
- Maximum Distance Supported
- 550 m
- Network & Communication
- Ethernet Technology
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology
- 1000Base-SX
- Power Description
- Power Source
- USB
- Physical Characteristics
- Height
- 20.3 mm
- Width
- 139.7 mm
- Depth
- 170.2 mm
- Weight (Approximate)
- 110.6 g
- Miscellaneous
- Package Contents
- USB 3.0 to Fiber Optic Converter - 1000Base-SX SC
- 1 x Quick-Start Guide
- Additional Information
- Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
Windows® Server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022
macOS 10.9 - 10.14, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0
Linux® kernel 3.5 and up - LTS Versions only
- Compatibility
- Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10
- Windows® Server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019
- macOS 10.9 - 10.14
- Linux® kernel 3.5 to 4.11.x, LTS versions only
- Environmentally Friendly
- Yes
- Environmental Compliance
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)