StarTech.com 6FT White Cat8 Ethernet Cable Snagless RJ45 25G/40G 100W PoE S/FTP NLWH-6F-CAT8-PATCH
The StarTech.com 6FT White Cat8 Ethernet Cable provides robust 25G/40G network connectivity and 100W Power over Ethernet, ensuring high-performance data transmission for demanding enterprise environments.
- 25G/40G Performance: Supports ultra-fast data transfer rates, eliminating network bottlenecks for critical applications and large file transfers.
- 100W PoE++ Support: Delivers reliable power to high-demand devices like Wi-Fi 6E access points and IP cameras, simplifying infrastructure.
- S/FTP Shielding: Minimizes electromagnetic interference, ensuring stable and error-free data transmission in noisy server rooms.
- LSZH Jacket: Provides enhanced fire safety by reducing toxic smoke and corrosive gases, crucial for compliance in enclosed IT spaces.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com NLWH-6F-CAT8-PATCH is a 6-foot (1.8m) white Cat8 Ethernet cable, engineered with S/FTP shielding and 26AWG pure bare copper wire to support 25 Gigabit and 40 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. It delivers a data transfer rate of 40,000 Mbit/s and a frequency of 2000 MHz, providing a robust foundation for high-bandwidth network segments.
Designed with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket and snagless RJ45 connectors, this cable enhances safety and simplifies installation in dense IT environments. Its support for PoE++ (4PPoE) with a total budget of 100W enables efficient power delivery to advanced network devices, streamlining deployment and reducing cabling complexity.
- High-Speed Data: Supports 25 Gigabit and 40 Gigabit Ethernet, ensuring your network infrastructure can handle current and future data demands without performance degradation.
- Advanced PoE++: Delivers up to 100W of Power over Ethernet, enabling the deployment of high-power devices like advanced access points and surveillance cameras with a single cable.
- Superior Shielding: S/FTP (Shielded and Foiled Twisted Pair) construction effectively blocks EMI and RFI, maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy data centers.
- Fire Safety Compliance: Features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, reducing the emission of toxic fumes in a fire, which is critical for personnel safety and regulatory adherence.
- Operational Value: Engineered with pure bare copper and gold-plated connectors for long-term reliability and reduced signal loss, minimizing maintenance and replacement costs over its lifecycle.
This Cat8 cable is an essential component for businesses requiring high-speed, reliable, and safe network connectivity for their demanding IT operations.
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What This Solves
High-Bandwidth Data Center Interconnects
In data center environments, rapid data transfer between servers and switches is paramount for application performance. This Cat8 cable provides the 25G/40G throughput required to eliminate bottlenecks, ensuring critical workloads execute efficiently.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, cloud service providers
Powering Advanced PoE Devices
Modern enterprise networks deploy high-power PoE devices like Wi-Fi 6E access points and advanced IP cameras that demand significant power. This cable supports 100W PoE++, enabling single-cable deployment for these devices while maintaining high data speeds.
Campus networks, smart office deployments, industrial automation, surveillance systems
Future-Proofing Network Infrastructure
As data demands grow, businesses need network infrastructure that can scale without immediate replacement. Deploying Cat8 cables ensures the physical layer is ready for next-generation 25G and 40G Ethernet standards, extending the lifecycle of network investments.
Growing mid-market companies, organizations planning network upgrades, facilities management teams
Key Features
40000 Mbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Enables ultra-fast network speeds, significantly reducing latency and improving the responsiveness of critical business applications.
2000 MHz Frequency Support
Provides exceptional bandwidth capacity, ensuring stable and high-performance connectivity for demanding data center and server room links.
100 W Power over Ethernet (PoE++)
Delivers robust power to high-consumption network devices, simplifying cabling and reducing the need for separate power outlets.
S/FTP (Shielded and Foiled Twisted Pair) Cable Shielding
Protects against electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, guaranteeing reliable data integrity in electrically noisy environments.
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Enhances safety in enclosed spaces by minimizing the emission of toxic and corrosive gases during a fire, supporting compliance requirements.
Compatible With
Networking Hardware
25G/40G Ethernet switches, network interface cards (NICs), patch panels, media converters from all major vendors
Servers & Storage
Rack servers, blade servers, network-attached storage (NAS), storage area networks (SAN) requiring high-speed links
High-Power PoE Devices
Wi-Fi 6/7 access points, PTZ IP cameras, thin clients, LED lighting systems, video conferencing endpoints
Structured Cabling Systems
Keystone jacks, cable management systems, server racks, data center infrastructure components
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of a Cat8 cable over Cat6a for a business network?
Cat8 cables support significantly higher data rates of 25G/40G Ethernet and a frequency of 2000 MHz, compared to Cat6a's 10G Ethernet and 500 MHz. This provides superior bandwidth for high-density data centers and future-proofs infrastructure for next-generation applications.
Can this Cat8 cable be used with existing Cat6 or Cat6a network equipment?
Yes, this Cat8 cable is backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat6a equipment. While it will operate at the lower speed of the connected device, it ensures future readiness for upgrades to 25G/40G network hardware.
What does the S/FTP shielding mean for network performance?
S/FTP (Shielded and Foiled Twisted Pair) shielding means each pair of wires is individually shielded, and then the entire bundle is shielded again. This advanced shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, ensuring stable and error-free data transmission, especially in environments with many cables or electrical noise.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use or in harsh industrial environments?
This cable features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket for indoor safety and robust S/FTP shielding. While durable, it is primarily designed for indoor data center and office environments. For outdoor or extreme industrial conditions, specialized outdoor-rated or armored cables would be recommended.
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.