StarTech.com 8FT Yellow Cat6 Ethernet Cable Multi-Gigabit 10Gbps N6PATCH8YL
The StarTech.com N6PATCH8YL 8FT Yellow Cat6 Ethernet Cable provides robust multi-gigabit connectivity, supporting speeds up to 10Gbps over its 2.4-meter length for demanding network applications.
- 10Gbps Performance: Delivers multi-gigabit speeds up to 10Gbps, ensuring rapid data transfer for high-bandwidth applications and reducing network bottlenecks.
- PoE Support: Enables Power over Ethernet functionality, simplifying installations for IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points by eliminating separate power cables.
- Snagless Design: Features a snagless boot that protects the RJ-45 clips during installation and removal, preventing damage and ensuring long-term cable integrity.
- Gold-Plated Connectors: Provides superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, maintaining a stable and reliable network connection over the cable's lifespan.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PATCH8YL is an 8-foot (2.4-meter) yellow Cat6 Ethernet cable, purpose-built for multi-gigabit network environments, supporting data transfer rates up to 10Gbps. It features U/UTP (UTP) shielding and 24 AWG stranded copper conductors, ensuring optimal signal integrity for demanding applications.
This cable is designed for operational resilience, featuring gold-plated RJ-45 connectors for reliable long-term connections and a CMG (CM) cable rating for safe in-wall installations. It also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), streamlining deployments for various IP-based devices across business infrastructures.
- Core Functionality: Provides reliable 10Gbps Ethernet connectivity, ensuring high-speed data flow for business-critical applications and minimizing latency.
- PoE Compatibility: Supports Power over Ethernet, enabling simplified deployment of network devices like IP cameras and VoIP phones without additional power outlets.
- Durable Construction: Features a PVC jacket and snagless boots, protecting the cable and connectors from damage during installation and daily use, extending product lifespan.
- ETL Certified: Meets ETL certification standards, providing assurance of safety and performance for commercial installations and reducing compliance risks.
- Operational Value: Engineered with copper conductors and gold-plated connectors, delivering consistent network performance and reducing maintenance needs over its operational lifecycle.
This Cat6 Ethernet cable is a foundational component for any business seeking to establish or upgrade a high-performance, reliable network infrastructure.
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What This Solves
Wired Office Workstations
Ensure stable and high-speed network access for employee desktops and laptops in office environments. This cable provides reliable 10Gbps connectivity, supporting productivity for data-intensive tasks.
Any Ethernet-connected device, home or office, corporate campuses, branch offices, educational institutions
Server & Network Infrastructure
Connect critical servers, network switches, and patch panels within data closets or server rooms. Its Cat6 standard and 10Gbps capability support the backbone of business operations.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, SMB server rooms
IP-Based Devices & PoE
Power and connect IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points using Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality. This simplifies deployments by eliminating the need for separate power outlets.
Facilities management, security system integrators, unified communications deployments, smart building initiatives
Key Features
Multi-Gigabit 10Gbps Performance
Ensures rapid data transfer for high-bandwidth applications, eliminating network bottlenecks and improving operational efficiency.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Simplifies the deployment of IP-based devices by delivering both data and power over a single cable, reducing infrastructure complexity.
Snagless RJ-45 Connectors
Protects the connector clips during installation and removal, preventing damage and ensuring consistent, long-lasting network connections.
Gold-Plated Contacts
Provides superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, maintaining signal integrity and extending the reliable lifespan of the network link.
24 AWG Stranded Copper Conductors
Delivers optimal signal quality and flexibility, ensuring reliable data transmission and easier cable routing in dynamic environments.
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 Ethernet cable supports multi-gigabit speeds, including 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and up to 10Gbps, depending on the connected network equipment and cable length.
Can this cable be used for Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications?
Yes, this Cat6 cable is fully compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards, allowing it to deliver both data and power to PoE-enabled devices like IP cameras and VoIP phones.
What is the benefit of the snagless design on the RJ-45 connectors?
The snagless design features a protective boot that prevents the RJ-45 connector clip from snagging or breaking during installation and removal, ensuring a more durable and reliable connection.
Is this cable suitable for in-wall installations?
Yes, with its CMG (CM) cable rating, this cable is suitable for general-purpose use in walls, floors, and ceilings, meeting fire safety standards for commercial building installations.
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.