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Startech

USB TO FIBER OPTIC CONVERTER

StarTech.com USB to Fiber Optic Converter - 100Mbps - USB 2.0 to Fiber Network Adapter - 100Base-FX SC Female Duplex Multimode Fiber/MMF Compatible - 2Km - Compact USB to Fiber LAN, Wired, USB, Fiber, 1000 Mbit/s, Black

MSRP

$266.49

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Product identifiers

SKU
US100A20FXSC
UPC
0065030874663
Category
Network Devices

Overview

The Startech USB to Fiber Optic Converter is a networking transceiver designed to extend USB communication across fiber optic infrastructure. This product bridges USB endpoints to fiber optic media, allowing organizations to leverage existing fiber optic installations for USB data transmission over longer distances and in electrically isolated environments. The converter works with standard USB devices and fiber optic cabling, making it suitable for a range of industrial and enterprise networking scenarios. Dataworld is an authorized Canadian reseller of Startech products, serving Canadian businesses across the country in English and French. We source genuine Startech equipment through authorized distribution channels and provide quotes tailored to your organization's needs. For detailed specifications, compatibility matrices, and current pricing in Canadian dollars, please contact our team with your requirements.

Key features

  • TECH SPECS: 100Mbps / 1x SC Female Duplex / ASIX AX88772C / 1x USB 2.0 Type A / Multi-Mode Fiber / 1310 nm / 2 km/1.2 mi / VLAN Bus-Powered / Windows, Windows Server, MacOS, Linux LTS Kernel
  • EASY-TO-USE USB to FIBER OPTIC CONVERTER: Use with USB-enabled computer, which is ideal for occasional access to a fiber LAN, or for laptop users without internal fiber network card
  • COMPACT FORM FACTOR: Easily portable and can be easily carried in a standard laptop bag if needed; no power adapter means fewer cords to carry, and a quick and easy setup
  • EASY TO DEPLOY: Integrated SC MM fiber connection makes deployment easy and predictable; fewer parts to damage or lose vs an open SFP solution
  • STARTECH.COM ADVANTAGE: IT professionals choice for over 30 years; this fiber network adapter is backed for 2 years by StarTech.com, including free 24/5 North America based multi-lingual tech support
  • CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities

Specifications

Ports & interfaces

Connectivity technology
Wired
Host interface
USB
Interface
Fiber
Fiber ports quantity
1
Fiber optic connector
SC
USB version
2.0

Network

Maximum data transfer rate
1000 Mbit/s
Networking standards
IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3x
Fiber ethernet cabling technology
100BASE-FX
Wake-on-LAN ready
Yes
VLAN tagging
Yes
Maximum operating distance
2000 m

Design

Product colour
Black
Internal
No
Chipset
ASIX Electronics - AX88772C
Plug and Play
Yes
LED indicators
Activity, Link, Power

System requirements

Windows operating systems supported
Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supported
Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Linux operating systems supported
Yes
Server operating systems supported
Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-10 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 90%

Sustainability

Sustainability compliance
Yes

Weight & dimensions

Width
140 mm
Depth
170 mm
Height
20 mm
Weight
108 g

Packaging data

Package width
52 mm
Package depth
270 mm
Package height
30 mm
Package weight
52 g

Technical details

Compliance certificates
CE, RoHS

Logistics data

Harmonized System (HS) code
85176990
Master (outer) case width
310 mm
Master (outer) case length
590 mm
Master (outer) case height
355 mm
Products per master (outer) case
80 pc(s)

Other features

Housing material
Plastic
Quick start guide
Yes
Cable length
0.195 m

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