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  • Provides a fiber network connection to portable laptops or tablets
  • Fiber-to-the-desk connectivity (FTTD) enhances security, reducing the risk of data leaks
  • Add a 1000Mbps 1000BaseSX SC Ethernet connection through a USB 3.0 Type-A interface
  • Highly portable design, with no need for an external power adapter (bus powered)
  • 1000Base-SX 1X9 SC optical transceiver
  • 550 m range over multimode fiber
  • Certified drivers for Windows, macOS and Linux
  • Plug-and-play installation
  • Wake-on-LAN support
  • CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities

Connect to a fiber Gigabit Ethernet optic network through your laptop’s USB-A port

This USB to 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 1000Mbps Ethernet network connection and 1000Base-SX SC optical transceiver.

Fiber-optic SC port

The USB to fiber-optic converter is equipped with an optical transceiver for 1000Base-SX networks, providing network connectivity with a maximum range of 550 m over multimode fiber.

Secure fiber-to-the-desk connectivity

This USB to fiber converter provides reliable connectivity while 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 3.0 fiber-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.

Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools Application

Developed to improve performance and security, StarTech.com Connectivity Tools is the only software suite on the market that works with a wide range of IT connectivity accessories. The software suite includes:

•Mac Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.

•Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.

For more information and to download the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application, please visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools

The US1GA30SXSC is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology Wired
Host interface USB
Interface Fiber
Fiber optic connector SC
Fiber ports quantity 1
PCI version 3.0
Network
Maximum data transfer rate 1000 Mbit/s
Networking standards IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3z
Fiber ethernet cabling technology 1000BASE‑SX
Wake-on-LAN ready Yes
VLAN tagging Yes
Maximum operating distance 550 m
Design
Internal No
Product colour Black
Chipset Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW
Plug and Play Yes
LED indicators Activity, Link, Power
Power
USB powered Yes
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, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Linux operating systems supported Yes
Server operating systems supported Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
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 55 mm
Depth 260 mm
Height 20 mm
Weight 100 g
Packaging data
Package width 142 mm
Package depth 172 mm
Package height 30 mm
Package weight 54 g
Technical details
Compliance certificates CE, RoHS
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code 85176990
Master (outer) case width 300 mm
Master (outer) case length 590 mm
Master (outer) case height 355 mm
Products per master (outer) case 80 pc(s)
Other features
Quick start guide Yes
Cable length 0.195 m