StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Fiber Optic Converter - USB to Open SFP Adapter - Gigabit Network Adapter Multi Mode(MMF)/Single Mode Fiber(SMF)

This 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 slot

The open SFP slot enables you to use your preferred SFP transceiver module to meet your networking needs - usean SFP with your desired wavelength, distance, and connection type to achieve an efficient network solution. (SFP sold separately.)

Secure fiber-to-the-desk connectivity

This 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 portability

Compact and portable, this USB 3.0 to fiber-optic converter is powered directly from the USB port.

Plug and play

Get 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.

The US1GA30SFP is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

• 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-VB-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