Allied Telesis AT-2711FX/LC-901 32BIT 100MBPS PCIE FAST ENET FIBER ADAPTER CARD AND LC CONNECTOR

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-2711FX/LC-901 is a TAA-compliant 100Mbps Fast Ethernet PCIe fiber network interface card featuring an LC duplex fiber connector. Installing in a PCIe x1 slot (compatible with x1, x4, x8, or x16 slots), this single-port 100Base-FX NIC adds fiber network connectivity to desktops, workstations, or servers that lack a fiber port. The LC connector version is the right choice for systems connecting to modern LC-terminated multimode fiber infrastructure — the connector type that has become the dominant standard in current structured cabling and data center deployments. Both standard-height and low-profile brackets are included in the box. RoHS and TAA compliant for federal procurement.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis AT-2711FX/LC-901 PCIe 100Base-FX fiber NIC with LC duplex connector delivers 100Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity over multimode fiber via an LC port, installed on a PCIe x1 card that supports both full-height and low-profile form factors. The LC duplex connector — the key differentiator from the /ST-901 and MTRJ variants in the AT-2711FX series — makes this the correct model when connecting to LC-terminated multimode fiber, which is the standard connector in most current-generation structured cabling systems, patch panels, and data center horizontal runs. The PCI Express x1 interface delivers up to 250 MB/s of host bus bandwidth between the NIC and motherboard, comfortably exceeding the 100Mbps line rate with no bus-side bottleneck. A comprehensive Windows diagnostic and configuration utility is included for detailed adapter testing, diagnostics, and traffic analysis. Priority queuing provides QoS-oriented traffic control in multi-application environments. Upgrading from an older AT-2701FX PCI card to this PCIe NIC requires no fiber cabling changes if your runs are already LC-terminated. Physical dimensions are 4.8” H × 2.7” W; weight is 1.76 oz. Country of origin: Singapore. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• 100Base-FX with LC Connector — 100Mbps Fast Ethernet over multimode fiber via the LC duplex connector; the modern standard for structured cabling and data centers.
• PCIe x1 Interface — Installs in any PCIe x1, x4, x8, or x16 slot; up to 250 MB/s host bus throughput.
• Low-Profile and Standard Brackets Included — Fits full-height towers and low-profile compact chassis without additional bracket purchases.
• Windows Diagnostic Utility — Comprehensive software suite for adapter testing, diagnostics, and network analysis.
• Priority Queuing — Traffic prioritization for QoS control in multi-application server and workstation environments.
• TAA and RoHS Compliant — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal procurement; RoHS certified.
• PCIe Upgrade Path from AT-2701FX — Direct PCIe successor to the PCI-based AT-2701FX series; preserves existing LC fiber cabling.

Typical Applications

• Adding 100Base-FX LC fiber connectivity to desktop workstations and servers via PCIe x1
• Connecting hosts to modern LC-terminated multimode fiber in structured cabling environments
• Federal and government deployments requiring TAA-compliant 100Mbps fiber NICs
• Upgrading existing PCI-based AT-2701FX installations to PCIe without recabling LC fiber runs
• Data center and campus environments where LC is the standard fiber connector type

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the AT-2711FX/LC-901 and the AT-2711FX/ST-901?

Both are identical 100Mbps 100Base-FX PCIe fiber NICs. The only difference is the fiber connector: /LC-901 uses an LC duplex connector, while /ST-901 uses an ST bayonet connector. Choose based on the connector type on your existing fiber cable plant.

Q: Why choose the LC variant over ST?

LC is the current dominant standard for multimode fiber in modern structured cabling and data center environments. If your fiber infrastructure was installed recently, or your patch panels use small-form-factor LC connectors, the /LC-901 is the correct match.

Q: Does the card fit in low-profile PCIe slots?

Yes. The AT-2711FX/LC-901 ships with both full-height standard and low-profile brackets, supporting full-size towers and compact or rack-mount systems with low-profile slots.

Q: Is this card a direct PCIe upgrade from the AT-2701FX?

Yes. The AT-2711FX series is the PCIe successor to the AT-2701FX PCI series. Existing LC-terminated fiber runs require no changes when upgrading to the AT-2711FX/LC-901.

Q: Is this card eligible for federal or government purchase?

Yes. The AT-2711FX/LC-901 is TAA compliant, qualifying it for GSA Schedule and federal procurement vehicles.