StarTech.com Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Media Converter SC 550m ET91000SC2
The StarTech.com ET91000SC2 Gigabit Multimode Fiber Media Converter reliably extends Gigabit Ethernet networks up to 550 meters over SC fiber, ensuring critical data links remain operational across diverse environments.
- Gigabit Extension: Extends 1000 Mbps Ethernet connections up to 550 meters over multimode SC fiber, enabling network reach across larger facilities or campus environments.
- High Reliability: Engineered with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 65,000 hours, providing consistent network uptime and reducing maintenance overhead for IT teams.
- Robust Construction: Features a durable steel housing, protecting the converter in demanding operational settings and ensuring long-term performance.
- Cost-Effective Integration: Converts 1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX fiber, offering an economical solution for integrating existing copper networks with fiber backbones.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com ET91000SC2 is a purpose-built Gigabit Multimode Fiber Media Converter, capable of extending 1000 Mbps Ethernet connections up to 550 meters over SC fiber. It supports full-duplex operation and features Auto MDI/MDI-X for simplified network integration.
This external converter is housed in durable steel, designed for reliable performance in various operational conditions, and includes an external power adapter for flexible deployment. It provides a robust solution for overcoming distance limitations in business network infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Converts 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet to 1000Base-SX multimode fiber, enabling seamless integration between copper and fiber network segments.
- Extended Reach: Supports a maximum transfer distance of 550 meters over 850 nm multimode fiber, allowing for network expansion across large offices, warehouses, or campus buildings.
- High Availability: Boasts a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 65,000 hours, ensuring exceptional operational reliability and minimizing potential network disruptions.
- Durable Design: Constructed with a steel housing, providing enhanced physical protection and ensuring consistent performance in challenging industrial or commercial environments.
- Operational Value: Offers a cost-effective solution for extending network reach, preserving existing infrastructure investments while enabling future-proof fiber connectivity.
This media converter is an essential component for organizations seeking to extend their Gigabit Ethernet network reliably and efficiently over multimode fiber.
Technical Specifications
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2Connectivity & I/O
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4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
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Ports & interfaces3
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Logistics data1
What This Solves
Extend Campus Network Segments
Large office campuses or educational institutions often require extending Gigabit Ethernet beyond copper's 100-meter limit to connect distant buildings or wings. This media converter bridges those distances over multimode fiber, maintaining high-speed connectivity for all networked devices.
Campus networks, multi-building facilities, distributed office environments
Connect Remote Industrial Equipment
Industrial environments, such as manufacturing plants or warehouses, need reliable network links to operational technology (OT) equipment located far from the main data closet. The ET91000SC2 provides a robust fiber link, ensuring consistent data flow for critical machinery and monitoring systems.
Manufacturing facilities, industrial automation, logistics and warehousing
Upgrade Legacy Copper Infrastructure
Businesses with existing copper-based networks may need to integrate new fiber segments for future-proofing or to overcome electromagnetic interference in certain areas. This converter allows for a cost-effective transition, extending the lifespan of current infrastructure while leveraging fiber's benefits.
Infrastructure modernization projects, EMI-sensitive environments, data center interconnects
Key Features
Maximum data transfer rate: 2000 Mbit/s
Supports full-duplex Gigabit speeds, ensuring high-bandwidth applications and large file transfers operate without performance bottlenecks.
Maximum transfer distance: 550 m
Extends network reach significantly over multimode fiber, enabling connectivity across large facilities or between buildings where copper is insufficient.
Mean time between failures (MTBF): 65000 h
Provides exceptional operational reliability and uptime, minimizing network disruptions and reducing the need for frequent maintenance or replacement.
Fiber mode structure: Multi-mode
Compatible with common multimode fiber installations, offering a cost-effective solution for leveraging existing fiber infrastructure.
Housing material: Steel
Ensures physical durability and protection against environmental factors, making it suitable for deployment in demanding commercial or industrial settings.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Extends network connectivity to remote production lines or warehouse sections, ensuring reliable data transfer for operational technology systems.
Education & Research
Connects network segments between campus buildings or research labs, facilitating high-speed data exchange for academic and administrative functions.
Government & Public Sector
Deploys in municipal buildings or public facilities to bridge network distances, supporting secure and reliable communication across various departments.
Real Estate & Construction
Enables long-distance network links within large commercial properties or multi-building complexes, supporting building management systems and tenant connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible with the ET91000SC2?
The ET91000SC2 is designed for use with multimode SC fiber optic cables, operating at an 850 nm wavelength. It is not compatible with single-mode fiber.
Can this media converter be managed remotely?
No, the StarTech.com ET91000SC2 is an unmanaged, plug-and-play device operating at the physical layer. It does not offer remote management capabilities or a web interface.
What is the power consumption of this device?
The media converter has a typical power consumption of 4 W, making it an energy-efficient solution for extending your network infrastructure.
Is the ET91000SC2 compatible with both half-duplex and full-duplex Ethernet connections?
Yes, this converter supports both full and half-duplex Ethernet systems, providing flexibility for integration into various network configurations.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
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.