Patent ID: 7918609

Claim:
A preconnectorized cable comprising: a cable having at least two strength components disposed about at least one optical waveguide, and a cable jacket, wherein the cable jacket generally surrounds the at least two strength components and the at least one optical waveguide; and at least one plug connector, the at least one plug connector being attached to an end of the cable, thereby connectorizing the at least one optical waveguide, the at least one plug connector having a housing and a shroud having a first end and a second end, wherein the housing is formed by at least two shells; a connector assembly having a connector housing and a ferrule, wherein the connector assembly is secured to the housing and at least one of the strength components of the cable being secured to a portion of the at least two shells; the shroud including a first finger and a second finger for mating separated by a pair of openings having a similar size, wherein the first finger and the second finger are disposed about 180 degrees apart and have different cross-sectional shapes for keying the plug connector, wherein a portion of the housing is disposed within the shroud.