StarTech.com 7FT Orange Cat6 Ethernet Cable Multi-Gigabit 10Gbps PoE N6PATCH7OR
The StarTech.com N6PATCH7OR 7-foot orange Cat6 Ethernet cable delivers reliable multi-gigabit network connectivity up to 10Gbps, supporting Power over Ethernet for critical business infrastructure.
- 10Gbps Performance: Supports multi-gigabit speeds up to 10Gbps, ensuring high-bandwidth applications like video conferencing and large file transfers operate without bottlenecks.
- PoE Capable: Provides Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, simplifying deployments of IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points by eliminating separate power outlets.
- Snagless Design: Features a snagless boot that protects RJ45 connector clips, preventing accidental disconnections and reducing cable damage during installation or moves.
- Durable Construction: Built with a robust orange PVC jacket and gold-plated connectors, ensuring long-lasting, corrosion-free performance and easy network cable identification.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PATCH7OR is a 7-foot (2.1m) orange Cat6 Ethernet cable engineered for high-performance business networks, delivering multi-gigabit data transfer rates up to 10Gbps over 10/100/1000Base-T(X) cabling technology.
This U/UTP (UTP) shielded cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and features a snagless design with gold-plated RJ45 connectors, ensuring reliable connectivity and reducing maintenance needs in demanding IT environments.
- Multi-Gigabit Support: Facilitates data transfer speeds of 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and 10Gbps, ensuring your network can handle bandwidth-intensive applications and future upgrades.
- PoE Compatibility: Powers network devices like IP phones and security cameras directly through the Ethernet cable, streamlining installations and reducing power infrastructure complexity.
- Enhanced Durability: Features a robust PVC jacket and a snagless boot, protecting the cable from physical damage and ensuring consistent network uptime.
- Optimal Signal Integrity: Constructed with 23/24 AWG stranded copper conductors and gold-plated connectors, providing superior signal quality and minimizing data loss over the 2.1-meter length.
- Color-Coded Management: The distinctive orange jacket allows for easy identification and organization of network cable runs, simplifying troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
This StarTech.com Cat6 cable provides a foundational component for any business seeking reliable, high-speed, and efficiently managed network connectivity.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Wired Office Workstations
Ensure stable and fast internet access for employee desktops and laptops. This cable provides reliable 10Gbps connectivity, supporting productivity for all office tasks.
Corporate offices, legal firms, accounting practices, call centers
Server & Network Infrastructure
Connect critical network devices like switches, routers, and servers within your data closet or server room. Its PoE capability and multi-gigabit speeds support robust backend operations.
Data centers, server rooms, MDF/IDF closets, network operations centers
IP-Based Devices & PoE
Power and connect IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points with a single cable run. This simplifies installation and reduces the need for additional power outlets.
Retail stores, healthcare clinics, educational institutions, manufacturing facilities
Key Features
Cable standard: Cat6
Supports network speeds up to 10Gbps, ensuring your infrastructure can handle high-bandwidth applications and future growth.
Data transfer rate: 1000 Mbit/s (1Gbps) up to 10Gbps
Enables rapid data exchange for large file transfers and real-time applications, minimizing latency and improving operational efficiency.
Power over Ethernet (PoE): Yes
Delivers power and data over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of IP devices and reducing cabling complexity and costs.
Snagless cable boot: Yes
Protects the RJ45 connector clips from damage during installation and removal, preventing costly network downtime due to broken tabs.
Conductor material: Copper
Ensures optimal electrical conductivity and signal integrity, providing reliable and consistent network performance for critical business operations.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Routers, managed switches, patch panels, PoE injectors, NAS devices from all major brands
Computing Devices
Desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, servers, gaming consoles
IP-Based Systems
VoIP phones, IP cameras, access points, building automation systems
Structured Cabling
Keystone jacks, patch panels, cable management systems, server racks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum speed supported by this Cat6 cable?
This StarTech.com Cat6 cable supports multi-gigabit Ethernet speeds, including 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and up to 10Gbps, depending on your network equipment and distance.
Can this cable be used to power devices like IP cameras?
Yes, this Cat6 cable is Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliant, allowing it to deliver both data and electrical power to compatible PoE devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
What is the benefit of the snagless design?
The snagless design features a protective boot over the RJ45 connector clip. This prevents the clip from snagging or breaking during installation or when routing cables, ensuring a secure and reliable connection.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use?
No, this cable has a CMG (CM) cable rating and a PVC jacket, which makes it suitable for general purpose indoor communication cable applications. It is not designed for outdoor or direct burial use.
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.