StarTech ET91000SM20 12.4 mi. Gigabit Ethernet to Single-Mode LC Fiber Media Converter

Convert and extend a Gigabit Ethernet connection up to 12.4 miles using single-mode LC fiber cable. This Gigabit Ethernet to Single-Mode LC fiber media converter is a cost-effective way to extend your network, or extend the distance between two devices by up to 12.4 miles.

Fiber network connections provide greater distance and security, with less electromagnetic interference (EMI) than typical RJ45 copper-based networks, making it perfect for IT professionals and secure setups in government, business, or educational applications.

With flexible integration and connectivity up to 12.4 miles away, you can provide network access to remote areas in other buildings, or in areas where Wi-Fi is unreliable or unavailable. Plus, by relying on this more durable fiber media converter, you can reduce the strain on your existing copper-based network equipment and potentially extend the life of those devices, which helps save future expenses.

Use fiber optic cable to connect to your network from remote areas or separate buildings, at greater distances than copper (RJ45) cable allows. Perfect for secure connections required by government agencies where EMI isn’t acceptable. Easily expand the number of ports on your existing network now, or in the future. This fiber media converter is perfect for small and medium businesses.

This heavy-duty fiber media converter is designed for maximum reliability. It features a metal (steel) enclosure, so it can withstand the demands of harsh environments such as factories or warehouses.

This high-performance media converter supports a range of network setup and diagnostic protocols (for example, Link Fault Passthrough, Auto Laser Shutdown (ALS), and Auto MDIX, so you can set up and troubleshoot your network easily.

This versatile copper-to-fiber converter supports standalone operation, or alternatively it can be installed into a 2U Rackmount Chassis, giving you more options for integration into your existing network. The converter features a pre-installed Gigabit SFP transceiver with LC connectors. Should your network infrastructure change in the future, you can easily swap and replace the module to adapt the media converter to your new network requirements.

If your existing network consists of RJ45 copper-based devices and cables, you might not be ready for future network expansion. Because the newest fiber-based network switches feature SFP ports more often than RJ45 ports, you might need a converter to bridge your copper and fiber networks together.

Key Features:

• Converts copper to fiber and extends your network up to 12.4 mi. using single-mode LC fiber cable
• Flexible network integration, with support for standalone operation, or installation into ETCHS2U Rackmount Chassis
• Removable SFP module (LC fiber connector) can be replaced should your network infrastructure change
• Supports Link Fault Passthrough (LFP), Auto Laser Shutdown (ALS), and Auto MDIX
• Up to 9.6K Jumbo Frame support
• Supports full-duplex or half-duplex operation, as well as autonegotiation or forced mode
• Supports connections up to 12.4 miles / 20 km away
• Compatible with Gigabit (1000Mbps) copper (IEEE 802.3ab, 1000BASE-T) and fiber (IEEE 802.3z, 1000BASE-LX) protocols
• 1310 nm Optical Wave Length
• Fast, hassle-free setup
• Rugged steel enclosure

Includes:

• Universal Power Adapter (NA/EU/UK/AU)