Overview



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

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 - 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 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.

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

The StarTech.com Advantage




At-a-glance



  • 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

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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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




Reasons to buy


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

Specification


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

Design
LED indicators:
Activity, Link, Power
Plug and Play:Indicates whether this product supports is "plug and play". Plug and play is hardware or software that, after being installed ("plugged in"), can immediately be used ("played with"), as opposed to hardware or software which requires configuration.
Yes
Chipset:Set of electronic components in an integrated circuit that manages the data flow between the processor, memory and peripherals. It is usually found in the motherboard of a computer. Chipsets are usually designed to work with a specific family of microprocessors. Because it controls communications between the processor and external devices, the chipset plays a crucial role in determining system performance.
Realtek - RTL8153-VB-CG, Microsemi - VSC8211XVW
Product colour:
Black
Internal:The product is built in.
No

Logistics data
Products per master (outer) case:
80 pc(s)
Master (outer) case height:
355 mm
Master (outer) case length:
590 mm
Master (outer) case width:
310 mm
Harmonized System (HS) code:
85176990

Network
VLAN tagging:
Yes
Jumbo frames:
9000
Jumbo frames support:
Yes
Full duplex:A full-duplex system allows communication in both directions, and unlike half-duplex, allows this to happen simultaneously.
Yes
Wake-on-LAN ready:
Yes
Fiber ethernet cabling technology:
1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3z
Maximum data transfer rate:
1000 Mbit/s

Networking
VLAN tagging:
Yes
Jumbo frames:
9000
Jumbo frames support:
Yes
Full duplex:A full-duplex system allows communication in both directions, and unlike half-duplex, allows this to happen simultaneously.
Yes
Wake-on-LAN ready:
Yes
Fiber ethernet cabling technology:
1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3z
Maximum data transfer rate:
1000 Mbit/s

Operational conditions
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
5 - 90%
Storage temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
-10 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
0 - 60 °C

Other features
Cable length:How long the cable is.
0.195 m
Quick start guide:Instructions, either online, as a computer program or in paper form, to allow you to set up and start using the product quickly.
Yes
Housing material:
Plastic

Packaging data
Package height:The distance from the top to the bottom of the packaging.
30 mm
Package depth:The distance from the front to the back of the packaging.
265 mm
Package width:The distance from one side of the packaging to the other.
170 mm

Ports & interfaces
USB version:Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard developed in the mid-1990s that defines the interface used for connection, communication and power supply between computers and electronic devices. Every new version - for example 1.1, 2.0, 3.0 - is much faster than the previous one.
3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Fiber optic connector:This terminates the end of an optical fiber, and enables quicker connection and disconnection than splicing. The connectors mechanically couple and align the cores of fibers so light can pass. Better connectors lose very little light due to reflection or misalignment of the fibers. In all there have been about 100 types of optic fiber connectors produced.
SFP
Fiber ports quantity:The number of sockets (ports) for fibers (cables).
1
Interface:Interface ports to connect pieces of equipment. USB (Universal Serial Bus) has become the most popular wired interface to connect peripherals. USB 2.0 supports speeds up to 480 Mbit/s (USB 1: 12 Mbit/s). The interface FireWire is also known as the IEEE 1394 standard. Enhanced IDE (EIDE)is sometimes referred to as Fast ATA, Fast IDE or ATA-2.
Fiber
Host interface:Interface that enables a host controller to communicate with a driver.
USB
Connectivity technology:
Wired

Power
USB powered:The device can be powered via a USB connection.
Yes

Sustainability
Sustainability compliance:
Yes

System requirements
Server operating systems supported:
Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Linux operating systems supported:8 RT. Linux (9.4, 9.5), Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.0 (supported with a pre-built package); SUSE Linux (10.3, 11.0, 11, 11.1, 11.2), Fedora (9, 9.0, 10, 10.0, 11.0, 11, 12, 12.0), Ubuntu (8.04, 8.04.1, 8.04.2, 8.10, 9.04, 9.10, 10.04), Debian (5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 5.0.3)
Yes
Mac operating systems supported:Mac operating systems e.g. OS X can be used with the device.
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

Technical details
Compliance certificates:
CE, RoHS

Weight & dimensions
Weight:Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
106 g
Height:The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
20 mm
Depth:The distance from the front to the back of something.
170 mm
Width:The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
141 mm


Product details


US1GA30SFP StarTech.com 0065030871969

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

£221.99 and In stock

SKUUS1GA30SFP

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

Quick Code: Q356914 MPN: US1GA30SFP

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