StarTech.com ET90110ST2 200 Mbit/s Fast Ethernet Media Converter

Network bottlenecks often appear when you need to stretch a Fast Ethernet link across a building or a campus. The StarTech.com ET90110ST2 200 Mbit/s Fast Ethernet Media Converter turns a standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection into a reliable multimode fiber link, letting you run data up to 2 km (1.2 miles) without signal loss. It’s a simple, plug-and-play solution that saves you time, cabling costs and future upgrades.

Benefits of StarTech.com Media Converter

You gain peace of mind from its sturdy steel housing that endures harsh environments, while automatic MDI/MDI-X removes the guesswork of cable orientation. Remote status monitoring and link-loss forwarding keep the connection stable, reducing downtime. The device works as a standalone unit or fits neatly into a rack, giving you flexibility as your network grows. A two-year warranty and lifetime technical support mean you’re covered for the long haul.

Key Features of a 200 Mbit/s Media Converter

• Data transfer rate: 100Mbps. Provides full Fast Ethernet speed for everyday business applications.
• Maximum transfer distance: 1.2 miles. Extends your network far beyond copper limits.
• Wavelength: 1310 nm. Optimised for low-loss multimode fiber transmission.
• Fiber mode structure: Multi-mode. Works with common campus-grade fibre cabling.
• Fiber optic connector: ST. Compatible with standard ST patch cords and panels.
• Power / Voltage required: AC 120/230 V. Accepts standard mains power worldwide.
• Output current: 1 A. Supplies sufficient power for continuous operation.
• Auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X): Enabled. Automatically matches transmit and receive pins.
• Rugged steel casing: All-steel chassis. Protects the unit from physical damage.
• Link loss forwarding: Active. Alerts you to fibre degradation before it impacts performance.

Usages of a 200 Mbit/s Media Converter

Ideal for extending network links in office buildings, schools or hospitals:

• Connecting remote workstations to a central server room.
• Linking security camera systems across a campus.
• Providing fibre backhaul for Wi-Fi access points on different floors.
• Integrating legacy copper devices into a new fibre infrastructure.
• Enabling disaster-recovery sites to mirror data over long distances.

StarTech.com Media Converter

Many buyers worry that a media converter will be difficult to install or that it won’t survive a busy industrial setting. They also fear hidden costs if the device can’t be upgraded later. This converter removes those doubts with its plug-and-play design, auto-MDI/MDI-X, and the option to mount it in a 20-slot rack for future expansion. Its compliance with FCC and RoHS standards, together with a two-year warranty, assures you that you are investing in a dependable, future-proof solution.

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