StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL 12FT Yellow Cat6 Ethernet Cable Multi-Gigabit 10Gbps PoE
The StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL is a 12-foot yellow Cat6 Ethernet cable engineered to deliver multi-gigabit performance up to 10Gbps, ensuring robust and reliable network connections for demanding business applications and high-performance home networks.
- 10Gbps Performance: Supports multi-gigabit speeds up to 10Gbps, enabling rapid data transfer for bandwidth-intensive tasks and reducing network bottlenecks.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Facilitates power and data delivery over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
- Durable Construction: Features a snagless boot and gold-plated RJ-45 connectors, providing secure, corrosion-resistant connections that withstand frequent handling.
- ETL Certified: Meets stringent safety and performance standards, ensuring reliable operation and compliance within professional IT environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL is a 12-foot (3.7m) yellow Cat6 Ethernet cable, purpose-built to support multi-gigabit network speeds up to 10Gbps and Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality. Featuring male RJ-45 connectors with gold plating, this cable ensures high-fidelity data transmission and reliable power delivery across your network infrastructure.
Engineered with 24 AWG stranded copper conductors and a durable PVC jacket, this U/UTP cable is ETL certified and RoHS compliant, providing a dependable and environmentally responsible solution for connecting servers, workstations, and IP-based devices. Its snagless design protects the connector clips during installation, reducing potential damage and ensuring secure, lasting connections.
- Multi-Gigabit Support: Delivers up to 10Gbps data transfer rates, ensuring that high-bandwidth applications like large file transfers, video streaming, and virtualized environments operate without lag.
- PoE Capability: Enables the simultaneous transmission of power and data, streamlining installations for devices such as IP security cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points by eliminating separate power outlets.
- Enhanced Durability: Constructed with a robust PVC jacket and a snagless boot, protecting the cable and connectors from wear and tear, which extends its service life and reduces replacement costs.
- Reliable Connectivity: Features gold-plated RJ-45 connectors that resist corrosion and improve signal integrity, ensuring stable and consistent network performance for critical business operations.
- Certified Quality: ETL and RoHS compliant, verifying that the cable meets industry safety and environmental standards, providing peace of mind for IT procurement and compliance teams.
Choose the StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL for a high-performance, reliable, and compliant networking cable that supports your organization's multi-gigabit and PoE connectivity needs.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Workstation Connectivity
Ensure critical business workstations and high-performance desktop PCs receive optimal network speeds for data-intensive tasks. This cable provides 10Gbps connectivity, eliminating latency for engineers, designers, and data analysts.
Corporate offices, design studios, financial trading firms, engineering departments
Powering PoE Devices
Deploy IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points efficiently without the need for separate power outlets. The cable's PoE support simplifies installation and reduces cabling clutter in various environments.
Retail stores, educational institutions, healthcare clinics, warehouse facilities
Server & Network Infrastructure Links
Connect servers, network switches, and patch panels within data closets and server rooms with reliable multi-gigabit performance. Its Cat6 standard ensures stable and future-proof connections for core network components.
Data centers, server rooms, IT infrastructure teams, co-location facilities
Key Features
Cat6 Cable Standard
Provides superior performance over Cat5e, supporting higher bandwidth and reducing crosstalk for more reliable data transmission in busy networks.
10Gbps Data Transfer Rate
Enables ultra-fast network speeds, crucial for large file transfers, real-time data processing, and high-definition video streaming without buffering.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Delivers both data and electrical power over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of network devices and reducing infrastructure costs.
Gold-Plated RJ-45 Connectors
Ensures a corrosion-resistant and highly conductive connection, maintaining signal integrity and extending the lifespan of the cable in demanding environments.
Snagless Cable Boot
Protects the RJ-45 connector clip during installation and removal, preventing damage and ensuring secure, long-lasting network connections.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, routers, patch panels, PoE injectors, network attached storage (NAS) devices
Computing Devices
Desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, servers, gaming consoles, thin clients
IP-Based Systems
VoIP phones, IP security cameras, wireless access points, building automation sensors
Structured Cabling Infrastructure
Keystone jacks, wall plates, cable management systems, server racks, data cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum supported speed for this Cat6 cable?
This StarTech.com Cat6 cable supports multi-gigabit Ethernet speeds, including 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and up to 10Gbps, ensuring high-speed data transfer for demanding applications.
Can this cable be used with Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices?
Yes, the StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL cable is fully compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications, allowing it to deliver both data and power to PoE-enabled devices like IP cameras and VoIP phones.
What is the jacket material of this cable?
The jacket of this Cat6 Ethernet cable is made from durable Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), providing flexibility and protection for the internal conductors while meeting CMG (CM) fire safety ratings.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use or direct burial?
No, this cable has a CMG (CM) rating, which means it is designed for general-purpose indoor use in walls and ceilings. It is not rated for outdoor use or direct burial applications.
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.