StarTech.com USB 2.0 to Fiber Optic Converter - 100BaseFX SC Network Adapter

StarTech USB to Fiber Optic Converter - 100Mbps - USB 2.0 Network Adapter - 100Base-FX SC Duplex Multimode Fiber/MMF - 2Km - Compact

This StarTech.com USB 2.0 to fiber optic converter enables your laptop or tablet's USB Type-A port to establish a secure fiber optic network connection. Designed for compatibility with Windows and Mac systems, this external transceiver offers a reliable 100 Mbps Ethernet connection through a 100Base-FX SC optical transceiver. Its multimode fiber capability allows for a maximum range of 2 kilometers (about 1.2 miles), making it suitable for various installation environments. The integrated SC duplex port simplifies deployment, ensuring fewer parts to misplace or damage compared to open SFP solutions. Its compact, lightweight design allows for easy portability, fitting conveniently into standard laptop bags, and it draws power directly from the USB port, eliminating the need for external power adapters. This makes it an ideal choice for mobile professionals or occasional fiber network access, especially in environments where security and interference resistance are priorities. The device supports plug-and-play setup with certified drivers for Windows, Linux, and MacOS, ensuring quick installation and operation. Backed by a two-year warranty and free technical support from StarTech.com, this converter is a dependable solution for extending fiber optic networks to a desk or remote location. Whether used for enhancing network security, reducing electromagnetic interference, or providing reliable high-speed connectivity, this USB to fiber converter offers a simple, portable, and effective solution for fiber network connectivity needs.

Features:

• STARTECH.COM ADVANTAGE: IT professionals choice for over 30 years; backed for 2 years by StarTech.com with free 24/5 multi-lingual technical support

• EASY TO DEPLOY: Integrated SC multimode fiber connection simplifies deployment with fewer parts to damage or lose compared to open SFP solutions

• COMPACT FORM FACTOR: Portable design easily fits into a standard laptop bag; no external power supply needed for quick setup

• EASY-TO-USE USB to FIBER OPTIC CONVERTER: Ideal for USB-enabled computers, suitable for occasional fiber LAN access or laptops without internal fiber ports

• TECH SPECS: Supports 100 Mbps Ethernet over multimode fiber with a maximum range of 2 km (1.2 miles)

• 1x SC Female Duplex port for fiber connection

• Uses ASIX AX88772C chipset for reliable performance

• Includes 1x USB 2.0 Type A port for connection

• Supports multi-mode fiber at 1310 nm wavelength

• VLAN bus-powered operation for convenience

• Compatible with Windows, Windows Server, MacOS, and Linux LTS Kernel