Connect to a 100Mbps fiber optic network through your laptop’s USB-A portThis 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 portWith 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 connectivityFor 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 portabilityCompact 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 playGet 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.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 US100A20FXSC is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.The StarTech.com Advantage

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 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 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
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	USB
Interface	Fiber
Fiber ports quantity	1
Fiber optic connector	SC
USB version	2.0
Weight & dimensions
Width	140 mm
Depth	170 mm
Height	20 mm
Weight	108 g
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-10 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90%
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
Packaging data
Package width	52 mm
Package depth	270 mm
Package height	30 mm
Package weight	52 g
Other features
Housing material	Plastic
Quick start guide	Y
Cable length	0.195 m
Design
Internal	N
Product colour	Black
Chipset	ASIX Electronics - AX88772C
Plug and Play	Y
LED indicators	Activity, Link, Power
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Master (outer) case width	310 mm
Master (outer) case length	590 mm
Master (outer) case height	355 mm
Products per master (outer) case	80 pc(s)
Sustainability
Sustainability compliance	Y
Sustainability certificates	CE, RoHS