StarTech.com GbE Fiber Media Converter 20km

Product Description

Convert & extend a Gigabit Ethernet connection up to 20 km (12.4 mi) using single-mode LC fiber cable. This Gigabit Ethernet to fiber media converter is a cost-effective way to extend your network, or extend the distance between two devices by up to 20 km (12.4 mi.). Fiber network connections provide greater distance & security, with less electromagnetic interference (EMI) than typical RJ45 copper-based networks, making it perfect for IT professionals & secure setups in government, business, or educational applications. This versatile copper-to-fiber converter supports standalone operation, or alternatively it can be installed into the Star Tech.com ETCHS2U Rackmount Chassis (ETCHS2U
- sold separately), giving you more options for integration into your existing network. The card module can also be inserted back into the ET91000SM20 enclosure, plus it's compatible with enclosures from other Star Tech.com ET91000 series media converters (sold separately). The converter features a pre-installed Gigabit SFP transceiver with LC connectors. Should your network infrastructure change in the future, you can easily swap & replace the module to adapt the media converter to your new network requirements. With flexible integration & connectivity up to 20 km away, you can provide network access to remote areas in other buildings, or in areas where Wi-Fi is unreliable or unavailable. 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. Plus, by relying on this more durable fiber media converter, you can reduce the strain on your existing copper-based network equipment & potentially extend the life of those devices, which helps save future expenses. This high-performance media converter supports a range of network setup & diagnostic protocols (for example, Link Fault Passthrough, Auto Laser Shutdown (ALS