StarTech.com USB-C to Fiber Optic Converter - Open SFP

StarTech USB C to Fiber Optic Converter - Open SFP - 1000BASE-SX/LX - Windows / Mac / Linux - USB Ethernet Adapter - USB Network Adapter (US1GC30SFP)

Key Features

• 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 Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps) connection through a USB 3.0 Type-C interface
• Highly portable design, with no need for an external power adapter (bus powered)
• Open SFP slot, compatible with MSA compliant SFP modules
• 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

Description

Connect to a GbE network through your laptop’s USB-C port using the Gigabit SFP of your choice

This USB-C™ to fiber-optic converter lets you utilize the USB 3.0 (Type-C™) port on your laptop or tablet to provide a secure fiber network connection. Windows® and Mac compatible, the network adapter provides a Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps) 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 - use an SFP with your desired wavelength, distance, 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-C 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-C 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 US1GC30SFP is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Specifications

Ports & interfaces
Internal	No
USB version	3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	USB Type-C
Interface	Fiber
Fiber ports quantity	1
Fiber optic connector	SFP
Bandwidth
Maximum data transfer rate	1000 Mbit/s
Full duplex	Yes
Network
Chipset	Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW
VLAN tagging	Yes
Jumbo frames	9000
Maximum data transfer rate	1000 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3z
Wake-on-LAN ready	Yes
Jumbo frames support	Yes
Full duplex	Yes
Fiber ethernet cabling technology	1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE‑LX
Design
Internal	No
Product colour	Black
Chipset	Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW
Plug and Play	Yes
LED indicators	Activity, Link, Power
Housing material	Plastic
Power
USB powered	Yes
System requirements
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
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 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
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
Package width	141 mm
Package depth	171 mm
Package height	30 mm
Package weight	104 g
Packaging data
Package width	141 mm
Package depth	171 mm
Package height	30 mm
Package weight	104 g
Performance
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Wake-on-LAN ready	Yes
Plug and Play	Yes
Cable length	0.195 m
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 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
Technical details
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Sustainability compliance	Yes
Compliance certificates	CE, RoHS
Other features
Chipset	Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW
Jumbo frames	9000
Housing material	Plastic
Cable length	0.195 m
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width	308 mm
Master (outer) case length	590 mm
Master (outer) case height	366 mm
Products per master (outer) case	40 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990