StarTech.com 3ft Cat6a U/FTP Shielded Ethernet Cable 10GbE PoE C6ASPAT3GR
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT3GR 3-foot Cat6a U/FTP Shielded Ethernet Cable provides robust 10 Gigabit network connectivity and Power over Ethernet support, ensuring stable data transfer for critical business infrastructure.
- 10GbE Performance: Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, enabling high-speed data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications and future-proofing network infrastructure.
- U/FTP Shielding: Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable and error-free data transmission in noisy environments.
- PoE Compatibility: Delivers both data and power over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
- Durable Construction: Features a snagless boot and PVC jacket, preventing cable damage during installation and ensuring long-term reliability in demanding IT settings.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT3GR is a 3-foot Cat6a U/FTP shielded Ethernet cable, engineered to deliver reliable 10 Gigabit network connectivity. It supports data transfer rates up to 10000 Mbit/s and operates at a frequency of 500 MHz, ensuring robust performance for demanding business applications.
This cable is designed with U/FTP shielding to protect against EMI/RFI, crucial for maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy environments. Its Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability simplifies the deployment of network devices, reducing cabling complexity and installation costs across your organization.
- Core Functionality: Provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, essential for high-bandwidth applications like data backup, video conferencing, and large file transfers within business networks.
- Enhanced Reliability: U/FTP shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference, preventing data errors and ensuring consistent network performance for mission-critical operations.
- Simplified Deployment: Power over Ethernet (PoE) support enables a single cable to deliver both data and power, streamlining installation for IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points.
- Standards Compliance: Meets or exceeds Cat6a specifications and is tested for up to 500 MHz, guaranteeing compatibility and optimal performance with modern networking equipment.
- Operational Value: Features a durable PVC jacket and snagless RJ-45 connectors, contributing to a longer cable lifespan and reducing the need for frequent replacements, lowering total cost of ownership.
Choose the StarTech.com Cat6a U/FTP cable for a dependable, high-performance network foundation that supports your business's current and future connectivity needs.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Network Connections
Modern business operations require reliable, high-speed network infrastructure to support data-intensive applications and large file transfers. This Cat6a cable provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring rapid and stable data flow across your organization.
Corporate offices, data centers, server rooms, campus networks, enterprise infrastructure teams
Powering IP Devices with PoE
Deploying IP-based devices like security cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points often requires both data and power. This cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installation and reducing the need for separate power outlets and cabling.
Smart buildings, surveillance systems, unified communications deployments, facilities management, IT operations teams
Shielded Data Transmission
In environments with high electromagnetic interference (EMI) or radio-frequency interference (RFI), unshielded cables can experience data corruption and performance issues. The U/FTP shielding on this cable protects against external noise, maintaining signal integrity for critical systems.
Industrial facilities, healthcare environments, manufacturing plants, financial trading floors, network operations centers
Key Features
Cat6a Cable Standard
Ensures compliance with industry standards for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, providing a reliable foundation for high-performance network infrastructure.
U/FTP (STP) Cable Shielding
Protects network signals from electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI), preventing data errors and maintaining network stability.
10000 Mbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Supports ultra-fast data transmission, enabling rapid file transfers, smooth video streaming, and efficient operation of bandwidth-intensive applications.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Allows a single cable to deliver both data and electrical power, simplifying the installation and reducing cabling costs for compatible network devices.
Snagless Cable Boot
Prevents accidental cable snags during installation and removal, protecting the RJ-45 connectors and ensuring long-term cable integrity.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Routers, managed switches, patch panels, PoE injectors, NAS devices from all major brands
Computing Devices
Desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, servers, thin clients, network printers
IP-Based Systems
VoIP phones, IP cameras, wireless access points, building automation systems, IoT sensors
Structured Cabling
Keystone jacks, patch panels, cable management systems, server racks, wall plates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of a Cat6a cable over Cat6 for my business network?
Cat6a cables support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over longer distances (up to 100 meters) and at higher frequencies (500 MHz) compared to Cat6 (55 meters for 10GbE at 250 MHz). This ensures more stable and future-proof high-speed connectivity for growing business needs.
How does U/FTP shielding benefit network performance in a business environment?
U/FTP shielding protects the internal wire pairs from external electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI). This is crucial in offices or industrial settings with many electronic devices, preventing signal degradation and ensuring consistent data integrity and network uptime.
Can this cable be used to power devices like IP cameras or VoIP phones?
Yes, this StarTech.com Cat6a cable is designed with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. It can reliably deliver both data and electrical power to compatible PoE-enabled devices, simplifying your network infrastructure and reducing the need for additional power outlets.
What is the significance of the 500 MHz frequency rating for this cable?
The 500 MHz frequency rating indicates the cable's bandwidth capacity, which is essential for supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds reliably. A higher frequency rating ensures the cable can handle more data traffic without signal loss, critical for high-performance business networks.
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.