StarTech.com 100FT Gray Cat6a Ethernet Cable Snagless RJ45 10G 100W PoE S/FTP LSZH NLGR-100F-6A-PATCH
The StarTech.com NLGR-100F-6A-PATCH 100-foot Cat6a Ethernet cable delivers robust 10 Gigabit connectivity and 100W Power over Ethernet, ensuring reliable data and power delivery for demanding enterprise environments.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Supports 10GBase-T networks, providing high-speed data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications and future-proof infrastructure.
- 100W PoE++ Support: Delivers up to 100 watts of power, enabling advanced PoE devices like high-power access points and IP cameras without separate power sources.
- S/FTP Shielding: Protects against electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, ensuring stable and error-free data transmission in noisy IT environments.
- LSZH Jacket: Features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen jacket, reducing the emission of toxic fumes in fire events to enhance safety and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com NLGR-100F-6A-PATCH is a 100-foot (30.5m) gray Cat6a Ethernet cable, purpose-built for enterprise-grade networking with 10 Gigabit Ethernet support and 100W PoE++ capabilities. It features a 27AWG pure bare copper conductor and gold-plated RJ45 connectors, ensuring optimal signal integrity and long-term reliability.
Designed for demanding IT environments, this cable incorporates S/FTP shielding to mitigate EMI/RFI, alongside a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket for enhanced fire safety and compliance. Its snagless boot design protects the connector during installation, reducing potential damage and ensuring consistent network uptime.
- Core Functionality: Provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling rapid data transfer for servers, switches, and high-bandwidth workstations to maintain operational efficiency.
- PoE++ Delivery: Supports 100W Power over Ethernet, simplifying deployments by powering advanced IP devices like Wi-Fi 6E access points and security cameras directly through the network cable.
- Interference Protection: Features S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) construction, effectively minimizing electromagnetic interference and crosstalk to ensure stable network performance.
- Fire Safety Compliance: Equipped with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, reducing the release of hazardous fumes in fire situations to meet stringent building safety regulations.
- Operational Value: Engineered with 27AWG pure bare copper and gold-plated connectors, ensuring superior conductivity and corrosion resistance for a long operational lifespan and reduced maintenance.
This Cat6a cable offers a robust and compliant solution for businesses requiring high-speed, reliable, and safe network infrastructure.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Data Center Interconnects
Connect servers, switches, and storage arrays within a data center or server room, ensuring rapid data exchange for virtualized environments and critical applications. This enables efficient data processing and minimizes latency for mission-critical operations.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
Powering Advanced IP Devices
Extend power and data to high-power PoE++ devices such as Wi-Fi 6E access points, pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) security cameras, and video conferencing systems. This simplifies installation by eliminating the need for separate power outlets, reducing deployment costs and complexity.
Corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, retail environments
Reliable Office Network Backbones
Establish robust 10 Gigabit connections between network closets (IDFs) and core switches or high-bandwidth workstations across office floors. This ensures stable and interference-free network performance for demanding business applications, supporting employee productivity.
Mid-market businesses, large office buildings, financial services firms, law practices
Key Features
100FT (30.5m) Cable Length
Provides ample reach for connecting devices across large office spaces or between network racks, offering flexible deployment options without signal degradation.
Cat6a Cable Standard
Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T) at up to 500 MHz, ensuring future-proof high-speed data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications.
S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) Shielding
Offers superior protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy environments.
100W Power over Ethernet (PoE++)
Delivers sufficient power for high-demand PoE devices, simplifying infrastructure by consolidating power and data delivery over a single cable.
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Reduces the emission of toxic and corrosive gases during a fire, enhancing safety for personnel and protecting sensitive equipment in commercial buildings.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, routers, patch panels, media converters, network attached storage (NAS)
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Devices
VoIP phones, IP cameras, wireless access points, thin clients, LED lighting systems
Computing & Server Hardware
Desktop PCs, workstations, rack servers, blade servers, network interface cards (NICs)
Structured Cabling Systems
Keystone jacks, wall plates, cable management trays, server racks, data cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this Cat6a cable?
This StarTech.com Cat6a cable supports data transfer rates of up to 10,000 Mbit/s (10 Gigabit Ethernet), ensuring high-speed connectivity for demanding network applications.
Can this cable power high-wattage devices like advanced access points?
Yes, this cable supports PoE++ (4PPoE) with a total Power over Ethernet budget of 100W, making it suitable for powering high-wattage devices such as advanced Wi-Fi 6E access points, PTZ cameras, and thin clients.
What is the benefit of S/FTP shielding in this Ethernet cable?
S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) shielding provides enhanced protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk. This ensures more stable and reliable data transmission, especially in environments with many electronic devices.
Why is a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket important for this cable?
The LSZH jacket is crucial for safety in commercial and public buildings. In the event of a fire, it significantly reduces the emission of toxic and corrosive gases, protecting personnel and minimizing damage to sensitive electronic equipment.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.