How to prevent unauthorized access in data centers?

In some large data centers or telecommunications rooms with complex management psersonnel or multiple departments, it’s important to ensure that the optical connection is not disconnected by some misoperations.

Lockable fiber optic connectors are products based on this security requirement.On the basis of ordinary fiber optic connectors, the lock connector adds a unique locking and independent unlocking tool, which uses to lock the dedicated fiber port.It can effectively prevent accidental inserting and removing by other personnel and improve the security of the entire network.

How does it work?
Here is two lockable connectors: SC secure lockable connector and LC secure lockable connector.

SC secure lockable connector

Secure-Keyed SC connector has unique keying details and can be locked by simply plugging it into the adapter. Once the connector is locked, only the matching color key can open and release the connector. The security lock sc connector comes in five different colors and can be used in different applications. For fiber ports that are not being used temporarily, dust caps with the same locking function have also been developed. The difference is that the dust cap can be opened with any color key.

The secure locking LC connector was developed from adding a lockable accessory to the traditional duplex connector. The removal of the security lock will not interfere with the LC adapter or cause network performance degradation.

LC secure lockable connector

Both locking LC/SC fiber optic connectors are fully compatible with conventional adapters without the need to use specific cables or adapters. It can be easily installed and removed without affecting adjacent ports.

It is especially suitable for networks with higher security levels such as military, government, finance, education, and medical treatment, which can effectively prevent unauthorized tampering.

About HYC Co., Ltd
HYC has 20 years of OEM/ODM manufacturing experience in optical passive devices in the optical communications industry and is committed to providing high-quality connected products for global data users. At present, HYC has several major product lines such as optical fiber connectors, optical fiber jumpers, PLC optical splitters, WDM wavelength division multiplexers, and MEMS optical switches. The factory has more than 1,000 employees and has strong production capabilities.

SC Secure Lockable Connector For Highly Sensitive Applications

Introducing HYC new SC secure lockable connector designed to prevent unauthorized access or changes.

These SC secure lockable connectors are used in a variety of highly sensitive applications such as military, government and financial where multiple operation groups may exist. Once the connector is locked, it can only be removed with the matching color key. Five coloured locking options are available for the connector with matching coloured keys, which is designed to suit various network applications. It gives you design flexibility and provides fast and easy network identification. Each color connector corresponds to a key. Improper plugging and unplugging can be avoided by unauthorized users with the access to the networking room. It is the keyed to prevent network interruption or error.

It is very important to ensure fiber connectivity’s stably and security in large volume traffic areas that are accessed by multiple people. There is some environments where contains different independent networks for multiple managers or departments. The secure lockable connectors help to reduce the risk of accidental cross-connections and unauthorized changes.

These SC secure lockable connectors are fully compatible with Industry Standard SC adapters. And it has 2.0/3.0mm cable types for the most demanding network performance.

The dust cap also has a lock function to prevent access to unused ports. Port protection plugs are used to lock out ports from unauthorized access or tampering. Access to empty or unassigned ports can be prevented with the use of color locking dust cap.

Prevent unauthorized or accidental disconnects or cross-connections to help you manage your network. By using SC secure lockable connector, networks can effectively be limited to certain groups, access levels in a co-location environment. By using the SC secure lockable connector, the networks can effectively be limited to authorized groups or access levels in a collaborative network environment. Different colored connectors and keys are easy to be identified during cable installation and maintenance which saves lots of time.

HYC Co., Ltd（HYC）is a national Hi-tech optoelectronics company engaged in R&D, manufacture, and marketing of fiber optical products. Providing professional product and service for fiber connectivity, WDM, PLC splitter, and high-density datacom cabling. HYC products and solutions widely applied in 4G/5G, Data Center and Cloud Computing industry, etc.
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