StarTech.com 4m LC to LC Single-Mode Duplex Fiber Cable 100Gbps LSZH SMFIBLCLC4
The StarTech.com 4m LC to LC Single-Mode Duplex Fiber Cable delivers high-speed 100 Gbit/s data transfers, ensuring robust and reliable network connectivity for critical business operations.
- 100Gbps Performance: Supports ultra-fast data transfers, eliminating network bottlenecks and ensuring rapid access to critical applications and data.
- Single-Mode Duplex: Provides long-distance, high-bandwidth communication over a 4-meter span, ideal for connecting core network devices efficiently.
- LSZH Jacket: Features a Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen jacket, significantly reducing toxic fume emission in fire events for enhanced safety and compliance.
- LC to LC Connectors: Ensures broad compatibility with standard fiber optic networking equipment, simplifying deployment and integration into existing infrastructures.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com SMFIBLCLC4 is a 4-meter LC to LC single-mode duplex fiber cable designed for high-speed 100 Gbit/s data transfers. It features 9/125 micron fiber, enabling reliable, high-bandwidth communication across Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel networks.
This cable is housed in a Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH) flame-retardant jacket, which minimizes smoke, toxicity, and corrosion when exposed to high heat, crucial for maintaining safety and compliance in data centers and server rooms.
- Core Functionality: Provides a 4-meter LC to LC single-mode duplex connection, ensuring reliable physical layer connectivity for high-speed network devices.
- High-Speed Data: Supports 100 Gbit/s data transfer rates, facilitating rapid data exchange and preventing performance bottlenecks in demanding applications.
- Enhanced Safety: Features an LSZH jacket, reducing the risk of toxic gas and smoke emission during a fire, protecting personnel and sensitive equipment.
- Broad Compatibility: Equipped with standard LC connectors, ensuring seamless integration with a wide range of existing fiber optic network hardware and transceivers.
- Operational Value: Engineered for durability and compliance, this cable minimizes long-term maintenance needs and supports a stable, secure network infrastructure.
Choose this StarTech.com fiber cable for a secure, high-performance, and compliant solution to your critical network connectivity needs.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
High-Speed Data Center Interconnects
Connect high-performance servers, switches, and storage arrays within data centers to support 100Gbps traffic. This ensures rapid data transfer and minimal latency for mission-critical applications and virtualized environments.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, cloud service providers
Campus Network Backbone Links
Establish reliable, high-bandwidth connections between buildings or network closets across a campus environment. This facilitates efficient data flow for large organizations with distributed IT infrastructure.
University campuses, corporate headquarters, government agencies, large industrial complexes
Secure Network Infrastructure
Deploy network links that meet stringent safety and compliance requirements in enclosed spaces. The LSZH jacket minimizes hazardous emissions during a fire, protecting personnel and sensitive equipment.
Healthcare systems, financial institutions, government facilities, any organization with strict safety protocols
Key Features
100 Gbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Enables ultra-fast network communication, eliminating bottlenecks and supporting high-demand applications like virtualization and large file transfers.
Single-Mode (9/125 micron) Fiber
Provides extended reach and higher bandwidth capacity compared to multi-mode, making it suitable for long-distance and high-performance network segments.
Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Significantly reduces the emission of toxic and corrosive gases in the event of a fire, enhancing safety for personnel and protecting valuable IT assets.
Duplex LC to LC Connectors
Ensures full-duplex communication and broad compatibility with standard fiber optic transceivers and patch panels, simplifying network integration.
4-Meter Cable Length
Offers flexible connectivity options for linking devices within racks or between adjacent equipment, optimizing cable management in server rooms.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Fiber optic switches, routers, media converters, patch panels from all major brands
Fiber Channel Storage
SAN switches, host bus adapters (HBAs), storage arrays requiring LC single-mode connectivity
Data Center Infrastructure
Server racks, network cabinets, and structured cabling systems
Optical Transceivers
SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and other optical modules with LC interfaces
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of single-mode fiber over multi-mode fiber for this cable?
Single-mode fiber, like the 9/125 micron used here, is designed for longer distances and higher bandwidth applications compared to multi-mode fiber. It reduces signal dispersion, allowing for 100 Gbit/s data transfers over greater lengths.
Why is an LSZH jacket important for network cables in a business environment?
An LSZH (Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen) jacket is crucial for safety and compliance. In a fire, it emits minimal smoke and no toxic halogen gases, protecting personnel and preventing corrosion damage to sensitive electronic equipment in data centers and server rooms.
What types of devices can this LC to LC fiber cable connect?
This cable is designed to connect fiber optic network devices such as switches, routers, media converters, and Fiber Channel storage arrays that utilize LC ports. It's compatible with various optical transceivers like SFP, SFP+, and QSFP+.
Can this cable be used for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections?
Yes, while rated for 100 Gbit/s, this cable is fully backward compatible and can be used for 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) connections. Its high-performance capabilities ensure reliable operation even at lower speeds, providing future-proofing for network upgrades.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.