Product Type | Network Card Adapter |
Form Factor | Plug-in card |
Bus Type | PCI Express x1 |
Chipset | Realtek RTL8161 |
Card Profile | Standard and Low Profile Brackets included |
Power Consumption | 2.5 W (typical) |
Bracket Type | Full-height and low-profile (included) |
Enclosure Color | Green |
Weight | 67 g |
StarTech PCIe Gigabit SC Fiber Network Adapter - PEX1000MMSC2





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- Delivers interference-resistant gigabit networking via SC fiber for secure, high-EMI environments
- Easy integration with PCI Express systems ensures compatibility with modern desktops and servers
- Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty and standards compliance (TAA, RoHS) for installation confidence
Product Overview
Connect a PCIe based desktop or rackmount PC directly to a Gigabit multimode SC fiber optic network - PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Multimode SC Fiber Network Card Adapter NIC - 550m - PCIe GbE Fiber Optic Network Card - SC Fiber Gigabit Ethernet CardSpecifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 1.8 cm |
Depth | 11.7 cm |
Height | 12 cm |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% RH |
Storage Humidity | 20% to 90% RH |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface |
Wireless Features
Interfaces
Interface Type | PCI Express 2.0 x1 |
Ports Qty | 1 |
Connector Type | SC Duplex Multimode Fiber |
Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-SX |
Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Fiber Mode Supported | Multimode |
Fiber Core/Cladding Diameter | 62.5/125 µm, 50/125 µm |
Transmission Distance | 550 m |
Compliance & Origin
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | CE, FCC, REACH |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Advanced Security Features
OS Compatibility | Windows 11, 10, 8, 7; Linux Kernel 2.4.x or later |
Jumbo Frame Support | Yes |
Full Duplex Support | Yes |
Wake-on-LAN Support | Yes |