This USB to fibre-optic converter lets you utilize the USB 3.0 (Type-A) port on your laptop or tablet to provide a secure fibre network connection. Windows and Mac compatible, the network adapter provides a 1000Mbps Ethernet network connection and 1000Base-SX SC optical transceiver.<br>Fibre-optic SC port<br>The USB to fibre-optic converter is equipped with an optical transceiver for 1000Base-SX networks, providing network connectivity with a maximum range of 550 m over multimode fibre.<br>Secure fibre-to-the-desk connectivity<br>This USB to fibre converter provides reliable connectivity while protecting your network from problems with electronic interference - a common issue with copper Ethernet networks. Fibre-to-the-desk connectivity (FTTD) maximizes network security, reducing the risk of data leaks for sensitive information, without compromising network speed and reliability.<br>Easy portability<br>Compact and portable, this USB 3.0 fibre-optic converter is powered directly from the USB port, making it easy to connect when youre on the go.<br>Plug and play<br>Get up and running quickly. The converter supports certified drivers for Windows, Mac 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 fibre network.<br>The US1GA30SXSC is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.