SKU # AC23912 | Model # US100A20FXSC | Brand StarTech
This USB to fiber-optic converter lets you utilize the USB 2.0 (Type-A) port on your laptop or tablet to provide a secure fiber network connection. Windows® and Mac compatible, the network adapter provides a 100Mbps Ethernet network connection and 100BaseFX SC optical transceiver.
With an optical transceiver for 100Base-FX networks, the USB to fiber converter delivers network connectivity with a maximum range of 2 km over multimode fiber.
For reliable fiber connectivity, this USB to fiber-optic converter protects 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 of sensitive information, without compromising network speed and reliability.
Compact and portable, this USB 2.0 to fiber-optic converter is powered directly from the USB port, making it easy to connect when you’re on the go.
Get up and running quickly. The USB fiber-optic converter supports certified drivers for Windows 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 US100A20FXSC is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Indicators | |
LED Indicators | Power |
Packaging Information | |
Package Height | 30 mm [1.2 in] |
Package Length | 270 mm [10.6 in] |
Package Width | 52 mm [2 in] |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 52 g [1.8 oz] |
Performance | |
Compatible Networks | 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
DDM | No |
Max Distance | 2 km (1.2 mi) |
Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 100 Mbps |
Promiscuous Mode | Yes |
Type | Multi Mode |
Wavelength | 1310nm |
Physical Characteristics | |
Cable Length | 195 mm [7.7 in] |
Color | Black |
Enclosure Type | Plastic |
Product Height | 20 mm [0.8 in] |
Product Length | 170 mm [6.7 in] |
Product Width | 140 mm [5.5 in] |
Weight of Product | 108 g [3.8 oz] |
Power | |
Power Source | USB-Powered |
Software | |
OS Compatibility | Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows® Server 2008, 2012, 2106 Mac OS X® 10.9 to 10.14 Linux® kernel 3.5 to 4.11.x, LTS versions only |
What's in the Box | |
Included in Package | network adapter |
quick-start guide | |
Indicators | |
LED Indicators | Link/Activity |
Hardware | |
Ports | 1 |
Interface | Fiber Ethernet |
Industry Standards | IEEE802.3x 100BASE-FX IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging |
Chipset ID | ASIX Electronics - AX88772C |
Bus Type | USB 2.0 |
Environmental | |
Storage Temperature | -10° ~ 70°C (14° ~ 158°F) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 60°C (32° ~ 140°F) |
Humidity | 5% ~ 90% RH |
Connector(s) | |
Connector Type(s) | USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 Female |
Fiber Optic SC Female | |
Max Transfer Distance | 2 km (1.2 mi) |
SKU # AC23912 | Model # US100A20FXSC