
StarTech.com 4FT Red Cat6 Ethernet Cable 10Gbps PoE N6PATCH4RD
The StarTech.com N6PATCH4RD 4-foot red Cat6 Ethernet cable provides robust multi-gigabit connectivity, supporting speeds up to 10Gbps and Power over Ethernet for demanding network applications.
- 10Gbps Performance: Supports multi-gigabit speeds up to 10Gbps, eliminating network bottlenecks and ensuring rapid data transfer for critical business operations.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Delivers both data and power over a single cable, simplifying deployments for IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
- Durable Construction: Features a snagless boot and PVC jacket, protecting connectors during installation and ensuring long-term cable integrity in high-traffic environments.
- ETL Certified: Meets rigorous safety and performance standards, providing assurance of reliable operation and compliance within commercial installations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PATCH4RD is a 4-foot (1.2m) red Cat6 Ethernet cable, designed for multi-gigabit network connections up to 10Gbps. It features U/UTP shielding, 24 AWG stranded copper conductors, and gold-plated RJ-45 connectors, ensuring optimal signal integrity and reliable data flow.
This cable is fully compliant with Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards, enabling simplified deployment of network devices by delivering both power and data over a single connection. Its CMG (CM) cable rating and ETL certification confirm its suitability for commercial installations, providing a dependable foundation for business network infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Provides reliable 10Gbps multi-gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring high-speed data transfer for bandwidth-intensive business applications.
- PoE Support: Enables Power over Ethernet capabilities, streamlining the installation of VoIP phones, IP cameras, and wireless access points by eliminating separate power cables.
- Durable Design: Features a snagless boot and robust PVC jacket, protecting the RJ-45 connectors and cable integrity during installation and daily use, minimizing replacement costs.
- Certified Reliability: ETL certified and RoHS compliant, guaranteeing adherence to industry safety and environmental standards for peace of mind in business deployments.
- Operational Value: Offers a cost-effective and high-performance solution for network cabling, contributing to long-term network stability and reduced IT maintenance overhead.
Choose this StarTech.com Cat6 cable for a dependable and efficient solution to your business's high-speed networking and PoE connectivity needs.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Wired Office Workstation Connectivity
In a typical office environment, reliable network access is crucial for employee productivity. This Cat6 cable connects desktop computers and docking stations to wall jacks or network switches, providing stable 10Gbps connectivity for daily tasks.
Corporate offices, law firms, accounting practices, general business operations
Server & Network Infrastructure Links
Within server rooms or data closets, high-speed and dependable connections are essential for core network devices. This cable links servers, network switches, and patch panels, ensuring multi-gigabit data transfer for critical applications and data storage.
Data centers, enterprise IT departments, co-location facilities, infrastructure teams
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Device Deployment
Deploying devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, or wireless access points often requires both data and power. This PoE-enabled Cat6 cable delivers both over a single connection, simplifying installation and reducing cabling complexity in various business settings.
Security system integrators, facilities management, smart building deployments, retail environments
Key Features
10Gbps Data Transfer Rate
Ensures ultra-fast network performance, eliminating bottlenecks for bandwidth-intensive applications and large file transfers across the business network.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Simplifies device deployment by delivering both power and data over a single cable, reducing infrastructure costs and installation time for PoE-enabled equipment.
4-Foot (1.2m) Cable Length
Provides an optimal reach for connecting devices in close proximity, minimizing excess cable clutter and improving cable management within office or rack environments.
Snagless RJ-45 Connectors
Protects the connector clips during installation and removal, preventing damage and ensuring consistent, reliable connections over the cable's lifecycle.
ETL Certified
Guarantees the cable meets stringent safety and performance standards, providing assurance of reliability and suitability for commercial and enterprise installations.
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
IP-Based Systems
VoIP phones, IP cameras, wireless access points, building automation controllers
Structured Cabling Components
Keystone jacks, wall plates, cable management systems, server racks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum data transfer speed supported by this Cat6 cable?
This StarTech.com Cat6 Ethernet cable supports multi-gigabit data transfer rates up to 10Gbps, ensuring high-speed connectivity for demanding network applications.
Can this cable be used with Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices?
Yes, this Cat6 cable is fully compliant with Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards, allowing it to deliver both data and power to compatible devices like IP cameras or VoIP phones.
What type of shielding does this Cat6 cable feature?
This cable features U/UTP (Unshielded/Unshielded Twisted Pair) shielding, which is suitable for most office and data center environments to prevent crosstalk.
Is this cable suitable for connecting a server to a network switch?
Yes, with its 10Gbps capability and durable construction, this 4-foot Cat6 cable is well-suited for reliable, high-speed connections between servers and network switches within a rack or data closet.
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.