Connect to a 100Mbps fiber optic network through your laptop’s USB-A port

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.

Fiber-optic SC port

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.

Secure fiber-to-the-desk connectivity

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.

Easy portability

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.

Plug and play

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.

The StarTech. com Advantage

- 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 100Mbps 100BaseFX SC Ethernet connection through a USB 2.0 Type-A interface

Specification

Product
Product id	602209
Brand	StarTech.com
Partnr	US100A20FXSC
EAN/UPC code	065030874663
Warranty (months)	2 Years
Technical details
Sustainability certificates	RoHS
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	USB
Interface	Fiber
Fiber optic connector	SC
Fiber ports quantity	1
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	Y
VLAN tagging	Y
Maximum operating distance	2000 m
Design
Internal	N
Product colour	Black
Chipset	ASIX Electronics - AX88772C
Plug and Play	Y
LED indicators	Activity, Link, Power
Certification	CE, FCC
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-10 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90 procent
Packaging data
Package width	52 mm
Package depth	270 mm
Package height	30 mm
Package weight	52 g
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 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	Y
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016
Weight & dimensions
Width	140 mm
Depth	170 mm
Height	20 mm
Weight	108 g
Other features
Housing material	Plastic
Quick start guide	Y
Cable length	0.195 m