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Home Networking Network Adapter StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Gigabit Fiber SFP Network Adapter

StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Gigabit Fiber SFP Network Adapter

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StarTech.com US1GA30SFP is a compact USB-A to Gigabit fiber network adapter with an open, MSA-compliant SFP slot. It enables USB-equipped laptops, tablets and computers without internal fiber expansion to connect to 1GbE optical networks. The adapter supports user-selected SFPs for multimode or single-mode fiber, 9K jumbo frames, VLAN tagging and USB bus-powered operation—useful for network administrators and field technicians requiring portable fiber access.

OVERVIEW

  • The StarTech.com US1GA30SFP converts a USB-A connection into a 1GbE fiber network interface through an open SFP slot. Compatibility: USB 3.0-enabled computers with a compatible 1Gb SFP; Windows, macOS and Linux supported. Compared with PCIe SFP adapters: this external design requires no internal expansion slot, making it better suited to laptops, field service and temporary fiber-network access. 

USE CASES

  • Connect laptops to Gigabit fiber networks.
  • Test and troubleshoot fiber network connections.
  • Use in data centers for network diagnostics.
  • Connect computers without an internal SFP port.
  • Support single-mode and multimode fiber networks.
  • Deploy for temporary network connections.
  • Use for network installation and maintenance.
  • Support VLAN-enabled enterprise networks.

KEY FEATURES

  • USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
  • Open MSA-compliant SFP slot.
  • Supports 1000BASE-SX/LX SFPs.
  • Supports single-mode and multimode fiber.
  • Supports speeds up to 1Gbps.
  • Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging.
  • Supports jumbo frames up to 9K.
  • USB bus powered; no external power adapter.
  • Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux.
  • Compact design for easy deployment.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: StarTech.com
  • Product ID / SKU: US1GA30SFP
  • Product Type: USB 3.0 to Gigabit fiber optic converter / network adapter
  • Form Factor: External, compact
  • Host Interface: USB-A
  • USB Bus: USB 5Gbps / USB 3.0
  • Network Interface: 1 × SFP slot
  • SFP Type: Open SFP
  • SFP Compliance: MSA compliant
  • Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 1000 Mbps
  • Compatible Network Speed: 1000 Mbps / 1Gbps
  • Fiber Standards: IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX/LX
  • Fiber Type: Multimode Fiber (MMF) / Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
  • Fiber Distance: Dependent on installed SFP
  • SFP Included: No; SFP sold separately
  • VLAN: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
  • Jumbo Frames: Up to 9K
  • macOS Jumbo Frames: Not supported
  • Duplex: Full duplex
  • Promiscuous Mode: Yes
  • Chipset Realtek: RTL8153-VC-CG; Microsemi VSC8211XVW
  • Power: USB bus powered
  • Power Connector: USB-A
  • LED Indicators: Power; Link/Activity
  • Cable Length: 7.7 in / 19.5 cm
  • Product Dimensions: 63.9 × 51.8 × 18.2 mm
  • Material: Plastic
  • Color: Black
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
  • Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
  • Operating Humidity: 5%–90% RH
  • MTBF: 958,000 hours
  • Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Compatibility - ultra short: USB 3.0 host + compatible 1Gb SFP

Why Choose This Product?

  • Portable fiber connectivity for laptops and computers.
  • No PCIe slot or internal hardware installation required.
  • Open SFP slot provides flexible transceiver selection.
  • Supports both single mode and multimode fiber networks.
  • Gigabit Ethernet delivers reliable 1Gbps network performance.
  • VLAN and jumbo frame support suits enterprise networks.
  • USB bus power simplifies installation and field deployment.
  • Ideal for network testing, troubleshooting and maintenance.

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