Description
Product Overview
The StarTech J8177C10PKST is a 1Gbps 1000Base-T copper RJ-45 connector SFP transceiver. It is designed to connect with networking devices that support SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) transceivers, such as switches and routers. The J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver provides a cost-effective and efficient way to extend the range of your network by allowing you to use copper Ethernet cables instead of expensive fiber optic cables.
In this article, we will discuss the features and benefits of the StarTech J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver, how it works, and the types of networks it is suitable for.
Features and Benefits
The StarTech J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver is a high-quality device that provides a variety of features and benefits. Here are some of the most important ones:
- Copper RJ-45 connector: The J8177C10PKST transceiver comes with a copper RJ-45 connector that allows you to connect with copper Ethernet cables. This feature is particularly useful if you have an existing network infrastructure with copper cables, as it saves you from having to upgrade to more expensive fiber optic cables.
- 1000Base-T speed: The J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver supports a maximum data transfer rate of 1Gbps, making it ideal for high-speed data transfer applications such as video streaming, online gaming, and large file transfers.
- Hot-pluggable: The J8177C10PKST transceiver is hot-pluggable, which means that you can insert and remove it from your device without shutting down the system. This feature makes it easy to replace or upgrade your network equipment without causing downtime.
- Low power consumption: The J8177C10PKST transceiver consumes very little power, making it an energy-efficient option for your network. This feature also means that it generates less heat than other transceivers, making it ideal for use in data centers and other high-density network environments.
The StarTech J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver works by converting electrical signals into optical signals that can be transmitted over a fiber optic cable. The transceiver plugs into a compatible port on your switch or router, and then connects to a copper Ethernet cable. The copper cable is then plugged into the RJ-45 connector on the transceiver, and the optical signal is transmitted over the cable.
The J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver is a duplex device, which means that it can transmit and receive data simultaneously. This feature is particularly useful for network applications that require high-speed data transfer in both directions, such as video conferencing or file sharing.
Suitable Networks
The StarTech J8177C10PKST SFP transceiver is suitable for a wide range of network applications, including:
- Small to medium-sized businesses: The J8177C10PKST transceiver is an affordable and efficient way for small to medium-sized businesses to extend the range of their networks.
- Data centers: The low power consumption and hot-pluggable design of the J8177C10PKST transceiver make it ideal for use in data centers and other high-density network environments.
- Remote offices: The J8177C10PKST transceiver is suitable for connecting remote offices to a central network, as it allows you to use existing copper Ethernet cables instead of expensive fiber optic cables.
- High-speed data transfer applications: The 1000Base-T speed of the J8177C10PKST transceiver makes it ideal for high-speed data transfer.
Main Information about the StarTech J8177C10PKST
- Manufacturer: StarTech
- Part Number or SKU# J8177C10PKST
- Device Type: Transceiver
Technical Information
- Application/Usage: Data Networking
- Total Number of Ports: 1
- Connector Type: RJ-45
- Interfaces/Ports Details: 1 x RJ-45 Duplex 1000Base-T LAN
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology: 1.25 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology: 1000Base-T
- Form Factor: Hot-pluggable, Hot-swappable
Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.5 Inch
- Width: 0.5 Inch
- Depth: 2.6 Inch
- Weight (Approximate): 0.49 lb
Miscellaneous
- Compatibility
- MSA Compliant
- HPE Routers
