StarTech ET90110SC2 1-Fiber Optic + 1-RJ-45 FE MMF Media Converter

Product Description

The StarTech ET90110SC2 is a Fast Ethernet media converter designed to seamlessly translate signals between a copper-based 10/100Base-TX Ethernet network and a multimode fiber optic network. This device is crucial for extending network reach beyond the typical 100-meter limitation of copper Ethernet cables, leveraging the greater transmission distances offered by fiber optics. It features a standard RJ-45 connector for the copper Ethernet connection, supporting speeds of 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps. On the other side, it provides an SC connector for multimode fiber optic cable, operating at 100 Mbps. The use of multimode fiber allows for network extensions up to 2 kilometers (approximately 1.24 miles), making it suitable for connecting buildings within a campus or spanning larger industrial facilities. This media converter is typically used in pairs, with one unit at each end of the fiber optic link, to establish a point-to-point connection. It requires an external power adapter (usually included) to operate. The ET90110SC2 is a cost-effective solution for upgrading existing copper networks to fiber or for integrating fiber optic infrastructure into a predominantly copper environment, enhancing network reliability, security, and distance capabilities.