Product ID: PEX1000MMSC2
In stock: CA: 15 | US: 465
The PEX1000MMSC2 PCIe Gigabit Fiber Network Card lets you connect a desktop PC directly to a fiber optic network, by adding a multimode SC fiber port to your computer or server through an available PCI Express slot.
Perfect for integrating into new or existing fiber infrastructure over great distances, this card delivers full Gigabit bandwidth to your computer up to 550 meters away from your network source, using multimode 50/125 micron duplex SC fiber cable. Plus, for a wider spectrum of compatibility, this versatile card offers fiber integration with a computer up to 220 meters away when deployed to network frameworks consisting of multimode 62.5/125 micron cabling.
With fiber connectivity, your network is not susceptible to electronic interference, which can be problematic with standard RJ45 copper networks, making this fiber card ideal for secure network setups.
Plus, the card is equipped with a standard profile bracket and includes a low-profile/half-height bracket, making it easy to install in small form-factor computers or 1U server and rackmount applications.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x1 |
1 - External Ports | Fiber Optic SC Duplex | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) | |
Humidity | 5~95% RH (Non-Condensing) | |
Hardware | Ports | 1 |
Interface | Fiber Ethernet | |
Bus Type | PCI Express | |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) | |
Industry Standards | IEEE802.3z 1000BASE-SX, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding, IEEE 802.3x full duplex flow control, RFC 1157 SNMP v1 | |
Chipset ID | Realtek - RTL8168E Marvell - 88E1111B1 |
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Indicators | 1 - LED Indicators | Link (Green) |
Activity (Yellow) | ||
Packaging Information | Package Height | 1.9 in [49 mm] |
Package Length | 8.6 in [21.8 cm] | |
Package Width | 6.7 in [17.1 cm] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 7.3 oz [208 g] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 2000 Mbps (2 Gbps) - Full-Duplex |
Buffer Size | 48 KB | |
Compatible Networks | 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) | |
Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
MTBF | 361, 978 hours | |
Physical Characteristics | Material | Steel |
Product Length | 4.7 in [12 cm] | |
Product Width | 0.7 in [18 mm] | |
Product Height | 4.6 in [11.8 cm] | |
Weight of Product | 2.3 oz [66 g] | |
Power | Power Consumption (In Watts) | 3.2W Max |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 Mac OS X® 10.5 to 10.9 Linux 2.4.x to 4.11.x LTS Versions only Microsoft Hyper-V® |
Special Notes / Requirements | Note | Not compatible with 10/100 Mbps |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | 1 Port PCI Express Gigabit Fiber Network Card |
Low Profile Bracket | ||
Driver CD | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
When you troubleshoot issues with a network adapter, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
To test your setup components, try the following:
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
When you test the Ethernet cables, network devices, and computer system, it is recommended that you do the following:
Sometimes an on-board network interface card (NIC) conflicts with a new NIC. In these cases it is best to disable the on-board NIC.
The best way to disable your on-board NIC is to go into your BIOS and disable it there if possible. To do this, consult your motherboard manual.
You can also disable any NIC in Windows. Here is how you do this:
First click Start, or, in Windows 10 and 8, hold down the Windows key and press X. Then click Control Panel.
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If you are experiencing speed or connectivity issues, it is best to set a specific speed at half or full duplex in your settings. You can set your network adapter to perform at a certain speed, but the device that the adapter is connected to (whether it is a router, switch, or computer) must also be able to perform at the same speed.
Note: You must log in as the local administrator before you continue.
To open Device Manager:
StarTech.com does not support a Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) as this requires third-party software. However, our devices can be used as long as the following conditions are met:
To confirm that Windows detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
Different optical cables are needed for different applications. Before you select a cable to interconnect fiber devices, make sure that the following things match:
Mode: Single Mode or Multi Mode.
Wavelength: For example, 850 nm, 1310 nm, or 1550 nm.
Note: The above properties cannot be converted or changed by a cable.
When you select a cable, make sure that the cable ends (for example, LC, SC, ST, or MT) match the fiber media devices.
Simplex and duplex ends are available for most connector types. Simplex cables have the connectors separate, where duplex cables have the transmit (TX) and receive (RX) connectors joined together.
It does not matter which diameter or OM classification the cable uses, as long as it meets the mode requirement.
When you use fiber devices and cables, make sure that the same fiber standards are being used on either end of the fiber network.
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