Newnex FireNEX-80G USB 3.2 Extension System over Fiber | Up to 8 Devices • 80Gbps Total • 700m (5Gbps) / 300m (10Gbps)
Expandable USB 3.2 fiber extension system: 1 PCIe local + up to 4 remotes (2× USB-A each). Up to 8 devices, 80Gbps total, 700m max.
SKU
FIRENEX-80G-X1
$1599.00USD
Model
FIRENEX80G
Up to 1 local + 4 remotes (8 devices total)
Up to 80Gbps aggregate (with 4 remotes)
700m (5Gbps) / 300m (10Gbps)
OS2 single-mode duplex LC–LC (A/B)
2× USB-A per remote (USB3 Vision locking)
FireNEX-80G USB 3.2 Fiber Extension System | Up to 8 Devices • 80Gbps • 700m
Expandable USB 3.2 fiber extension system: 1 PCIe local + up to 4 remotes (2× USB-A each). Up to 8 devices, 80Gbps total, 700m max.
Newnex FireNEX™-80G is a modular USB 3.2 extension system over fiber built for environments where you need multiple high-speed USB devices far from the host PC without the usual copper limitations and EMI headaches.
How the system works
- One Local Unit installs in the host computer via PCIe Gen3 x8 and provides up to four fiber links.
- It pairs with up to four Remote Units, each Remote providing two USB-A ports supporting up to USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) per port.
- With all four remotes installed, the system can run up to eight USB 10Gbps devices simultaneously, with up to 80Gbps total system bandwidth (aggregate across remotes).
Distance depends on USB speed (important)
Maximum extension range varies by negotiated USB speed:
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps): up to 300m (980 ft)
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps): up to 700m (2,300 ft)
Designed for industrial reliability
Remote Units use metal enclosures, include mounting provisions, and feature USB3 Vision compliant screw-locking ports for more reliable cabling in industrial and machine vision deployments.
Operational note (don’t skip this)
This is a system-style extender, not a casual dongle. After initial setup, disconnecting fiber or powering off a remote unit may require rebooting the host PC. Plan your installation accordingly.
Key advantages
Build a System, Not a Single Link
Start with one remote and expand up to four remotes as your device count grows.
Long Distance with Real Throughput
Support up to 700m at 5Gbps or 300m at 10Gbps depending on device speed negotiation.
Eight Devices, One Host PC
With four remotes, run up to eight USB 10Gbps devices simultaneously with high aggregate bandwidth.
Industrial-Grade Reliability
Metal housings, mounting provisions, and locking ports reduce downtime from vibration and cable stress.
EMI Immunity Over Fiber
Fiber transport helps avoid interference issues that break long copper USB runs in industrial spaces.
Legacy-Friendly
Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices for mixed-speed deployments.
Feature highlights
- Extend USB 3.2 / 2.0 / 1.1 over single-mode fiber up to 700m
- Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices (keyboards, mice, microphones, control devices)
- Each Remote Unit:
- 2× USB-A (up to 10Gbps)
- 20Gbps total bandwidth shared across its two ports
- 5V / 1.5A per USB port
- One Local Unit supports up to 4 Remote Units (up to 8 devices total)
- Local Unit includes standard + low-profile PCIe brackets for workstation and server chassis
- Metal enclosures help with EMI protection and industrial durability
- Remote Units include surface mounting holes for secure installation
- USB3 Vision compliant screw-locking ports
- OS support: Windows, Linux, macOS (per product summary)
Applications
Where this solution fits.
Deploy in environments that need long-distance, interference-free connectivity with zero compression.
- Industrial automation and factory-floor USB device placement
- Machine vision (USB3 Vision ecosystems with locking)
- Medical imaging and diagnostic systems
- Scientific instruments and lab systems
- Video conferencing and pro AV rooms with remote USB peripherals
- Any setup needing multiple high-speed USB devices far from the host PC
Specifications
- Product Family
- FireNEX-80G
- Max System Bandwidth
- Up to 80Gbps (aggregate with 4 remotes)
- Extension Range (10Gbps)
- Up to 300m (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
- Extension Range (5Gbps)
- Up to 700m (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0)
- Supported USB
- USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0/1.1
- Local Unit Interface
- PCIe Gen3 x8
- Local Unit Optical
- Up to 4× duplex LC links (for up to 4 remotes)
- Local Unit Weight
- 215 g
- Local Unit Operating Temp
- 0°C to 50°C
- Remote Unit USB
- 2× USB-A (USB3 Vision locking compliant)
- Remote Unit Bandwidth
- 20Gbps shared across 2 ports
- Remote Unit USB Power
- 5V / 1.5A per USB port
- Remote Unit Optical
- 1× duplex LC
- Remote Unit Power Input
- 5V DC, 4A
- Remote Unit Dimensions
- 85 × 75 × 21.3 mm
- Remote Unit Weight
- 175 g
- Remote Unit Operating Temp
- 0°C to 70°C
- Fiber Cable
- OS2 single-mode 9/125, duplex LC–LC, A/B wiring
- Power Adapter
- 100–240V AC input; 5V DC, 4A output
- Compliance
- FCC, CE; RoHS; USB3 Vision compliant
- Laser Safety
- IEC 60825-1 Class 1 / CDRH Class 1
- Warranty
- 1-year manufacturer warranty
Ready to upgrade your connectivity?
Talk with our team about deploying FireNEX-80G USB 3.2 Fiber Extension System | Up to 8 Devices • 80Gbps • 700m in your next installation.