StarTech.com 25FT Black Cat6 Ethernet Cable Multi-Gigabit PoE N6PATCH25BK
The StarTech.com N6PATCH25BK 25-foot Cat6 Ethernet cable provides reliable multi-gigabit network connectivity at speeds up to 10 Gbps, ensuring stable data transfer for critical business applications.
- Multi-Gigabit Performance: Supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps, eliminating network bottlenecks for high-bandwidth applications and ensuring rapid file transfers.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Delivers both data and power over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of VoIP phones, IP cameras, and wireless access points.
- Enhanced Durability: Features a snagless design and gold-plated RJ45 connectors, protecting against physical damage and ensuring consistent, long-term network uptime.
- Certified Reliability: Meets or exceeds Category 6 specifications and is CMG rated, providing a secure and compliant cabling solution for in-wall installations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PATCH25BK is a 25-foot (7.6m) black Cat6 Ethernet cable engineered for multi-gigabit network environments, supporting speeds up to 10 Gbps. It features male RJ45 connectors with gold plating and a durable PVC jacket, ensuring high-quality signal transmission and physical resilience.
This cable is designed to support Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications, simplifying installations by delivering power and data over a single connection. Its snagless boot design protects connector clips, preventing accidental disconnections and reducing maintenance overhead in busy IT environments.
- High-Speed Data: Supports 10/100/1000Base-T(X) and multi-gigabit Ethernet up to 10 Gbps, facilitating rapid data exchange and supporting demanding network applications.
- PoE Capable: Enables power delivery to compatible devices like IP cameras and VoIP phones, streamlining deployments and reducing the need for additional power outlets.
- Durable Construction: Built with a black PVC jacket and snagless RJ45 connectors, ensuring cable longevity and preventing damage to the connector clips during installation or removal.
- Optimal Signal Integrity: Features 24 AWG stranded copper conductors and gold-plated contacts, minimizing signal loss and ensuring consistent network performance over its 25-foot length.
- Operational Value: Provides a cost-effective and reliable cabling solution that reduces network downtime and supports the long-term stability of critical business infrastructure.
This StarTech.com Cat6 cable is an essential component for any organization seeking dependable, high-speed, and PoE-ready network connectivity.
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What This Solves
Wired Office Workstations
In office environments, reliable wired connections are essential for employee productivity and data security. This cable provides a stable 10 Gbps link for desktop PCs, ensuring fast access to network resources and applications.
Corporate offices, legal firms, accounting practices, administrative departments
Server & Network Infrastructure
Connecting servers, switches, and patch panels requires robust cabling that can handle continuous data flow and potential PoE demands. The Cat6 standard and 650 MHz frequency support high-bandwidth backbone connections within server rooms and data closets.
Data centers, server rooms, MDF/IDF closets, network operations centers
IP-Based Devices & PoE
Modern offices rely on devices like VoIP phones, IP cameras, and wireless access points that benefit from Power over Ethernet. This cable delivers both data and power, simplifying installation and reducing cable clutter for these critical endpoints.
Retail stores, hospitality venues, educational institutions, healthcare clinics
Key Features
Cable length: 7.6 m (25 ft)
Provides ample reach for connecting devices across office spaces or within server racks, reducing the need for multiple patch cables and couplers.
Cable standard: Cat6 with 650 MHz frequency
Guarantees reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance and supports higher bandwidth applications, future-proofing your network for evolving demands.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) support
Enables power delivery to compatible network devices over the same cable, simplifying deployments and reducing infrastructure costs by eliminating separate power outlets.
Snagless RJ45 connector boot
Protects the connector clips from damage during installation and removal, preventing accidental disconnections and ensuring consistent network uptime.
Gold-plated copper conductors (24 AWG)
Ensures superior signal integrity and corrosion resistance, delivering stable multi-gigabit data transfer and extending the cable's operational lifespan.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, routers, patch panels, network attached storage (NAS) devices
IP-Based Devices
VoIP phones, IP security cameras, wireless access points, building automation sensors
Computing Devices
Desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, servers, gaming consoles, thin clients
Structured Cabling Systems
Keystone jacks, wall plates, cable management systems, server racks and cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What network speeds does this Cat6 cable support?
This StarTech.com Cat6 cable supports multi-gigabit Ethernet speeds, including 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and up to 10 Gbps over shorter distances, ensuring high-speed data transfer for demanding applications.
Can this cable be used for Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices?
Yes, the N6PATCH25BK cable is fully Power over Ethernet (PoE) capable, allowing it to deliver both data and electrical power to compatible devices like VoIP phones, IP cameras, and wireless access points.
What is the benefit of a snagless cable design?
The snagless design features a protective boot over the RJ45 connector clip, preventing it from snagging or breaking during installation and removal, which reduces cable damage and network downtime.
Is this cable suitable for in-wall installations?
Yes, with its CMG (CM) cable rating, this Cat6 cable meets fire safety standards for general-purpose use in walls and ceilings, making it suitable for permanent installations within commercial buildings.
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.