StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Fiber Optic Converter Open SFP Black US1GA30SFP

Connect to a Gigabit Ethernet network through your laptop's USB-A port using the Gigabit SFP of your choiceThis USB 3.0 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 Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps) optical network connection for portable laptops or tablets, or systems without expansion slots.A flexible solution with an open SFP slotThe open SFP slot enables you to use your preferred SFP transceiver module to meet your networking needs - use an SFP with your desired wavelength, distance, and connection type to achieve an efficient network solution. (SFP sold separately.)Secure fiber-to-the-desk connectivityThis USB to fiber-optic converter provides reliable fiber 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 portabilityCompact and portable, this USB 3.0 to fiber-optic converter is powered directly from the USB port.Plug and playGet up and running quickly. The USB to fiber-optic converter supports certified drivers for Windows, Mac and Linux-. Once the adapter is plugged 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 ApplicationDeveloped 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-ToolsThe US1GA30SFP is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.The StarTech.com Advantage

Features


1GbE USB 3.0 TO FIBER OPTIC CONVERTER: For USB-A enabled computers who require occasional access to a fiber LAN, for laptop users who don't have the option of an internal fiber network card


TECH SPECS: Gigabit 1000Mbps / 1x Open SFP (MSA compliant) / Realtek RTL8153-VC-CG / 1x USB 3.0 Type A / Multi-mode (MMF) & Single mode (SMF) Fiber Comp./ 9K Jumbo Frames / VLAN / USB Bus Powered


MAXIMUM PORTABILITY: Compact, lightweight, and cableless design make this USB NIC / Gigabit Network Adapter easy to securely connect your Laptop to a Gigabit Ethernet Network wherever you go


FLEXIBLE OPEN SFP SLOT: Use any MSA compliant SFP module; beneficial for network admins, installation technicians, and those who require seamless access to different types of fiber connectivity


THE STARTECH.COM ADVANTAGE: StarTech.com offers a 2-year warranty on this USB-A to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter and free lifetime 24/5 multilingual technical support based in North America


CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities



Design


Chipset

Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW


Product colour

Black


Internal

No


Plug and Play

Yes


LED indicators

Activity, Link, Power



Weight & dimensions


Height
mm


Width
1 mm


Depth
0 mm


Weight
6 g



Logistics data


Master (outer) case width

310 mm


Master (outer) case height

355 mm


Products per master (outer) case

80 pc(s)


Harmonized System (HS) code

85176990


Master (outer) case length

590 mm



Sustainability


Sustainability compliance

Yes


Sustainability certificates

CE, RoHS



Network


Networking standards

IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3z


Wake-on-LAN ready

Yes


Jumbo frames

9000


VLAN tagging

Yes


Maximum data transfer rate
00 Mbit/s


Full duplex

Yes


Fiber ethernet cabling technology
00BASE-SX, 1000BASE?LX


Jumbo frames support

Yes



Other features


Quick start guide

Yes


Cable length

0.195 m


Housing material

Plastic



Operational conditions


Operating temperature (T-T)

0 - 60 -C


Operating relative humidity (H-H)

5 - 90


Storage temperature (T-T)

-10 - 70 -C



Ports & interfaces


USB version

3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)


Host interface

USB


Fiber ports quantity

1


Fiber optic connector

SFP


Connectivity technology

Wired


Interface

Fiber



System requirements


Server operating systems supported

Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019


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



Power


USB powered

Yes



Packaging data


Package height

30 mm


Package depth

265 mm


Package width
0 mm