StarTech.com 9in Blue Slim Cat6 Ethernet Cable Snagless 100W PoE LSZH N6PAT9INBLS
The StarTech.com N6PAT9INBLS 9-inch blue slim Cat6 Ethernet cable is engineered to optimize network performance and safety in high-density IT environments, delivering 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 100W Power over Ethernet.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Supports 10GBase-T, ensuring high-speed data transfer for demanding network applications and reducing latency in critical operations.
- 100W PoE++ Support: Delivers up to 100 watts of power, enabling reliable operation of high-power PoE devices like advanced access points and IP cameras without additional power sources.
- Slim 28 AWG Design: 36% thinner than standard Cat6 cables, improving airflow and reducing cable clutter in crowded server racks and patch panels for better thermal management.
- LSZH Jacket: Low Smoke Zero Halogen material reduces toxic fume emission during fire events, enhancing safety and compliance in commercial and public buildings.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N6PAT9INBLS is a 9-inch blue slim Cat6 Ethernet cable, featuring RJ-45 male connectors and 28 AWG copper conductors, engineered for reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 100W PoE++ connectivity. This U/UTP cable is designed for optimal performance in high-density network installations, ensuring consistent data flow.
With its Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket and snagless boot, this cable enhances safety and simplifies deployment in commercial environments. It ensures robust data transfer at frequencies up to 250 MHz, supporting critical network infrastructure and reducing potential fire hazards.
- Core Functionality: Delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T) connectivity, ensuring rapid data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications and reducing network bottlenecks for improved productivity.
- PoE++ Power Delivery: Supports 100W Power over Ethernet (PoE++), reliably powering high-demand devices such as advanced wireless access points and pan-tilt-zoom IP cameras, simplifying infrastructure.
- Space-Saving Design: Features a 3.6 mm outer diameter, making it 36% thinner than standard Cat6 cables, which significantly improves airflow and reduces heat buildup in crowded network cabinets, extending equipment life.
- Enhanced Safety: Constructed with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, minimizing the release of toxic and corrosive gases in the event of a fire, crucial for public and commercial building safety and compliance.
- Operational Value: Engineered with a snagless boot and gold-plated connectors, ensuring secure, durable connections that resist damage during installation and maintenance, extending cable lifespan and reducing replacement costs.
Choose this StarTech.com slim Cat6 cable for a high-performance, safe, and space-efficient networking solution that supports your business's evolving IT needs with minimal operational overhead.
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What This Solves
High-Density Rack Connectivity
In server rooms and network closets, space and airflow are critical for equipment longevity and performance. This slim Cat6 cable reduces cable bulk by 36%, allowing for better heat dissipation and easier cable management within crowded racks and patch panels.
Data centers, server rooms, network operations centers, IT infrastructure teams
Powering PoE++ Devices
Modern IP devices like advanced wireless access points, PTZ cameras, and video conferencing systems require significant power directly over Ethernet. With 100W PoE++ support, this cable reliably delivers both data and power, simplifying deployments and reducing the need for additional power outlets.
Smart office deployments, security surveillance systems, unified communications environments, building automation
Ensuring Network Safety & Compliance
In commercial buildings, fire safety regulations often mandate the use of Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) cabling to protect occupants and minimize property damage. The LSZH jacket on this cable significantly reduces the emission of toxic fumes and corrosive gases during a fire, meeting critical safety standards.
Healthcare facilities, educational institutions, government agencies, public sector organizations
Key Features
Cable Standard: Cat6
Ensures reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance, supporting high-bandwidth applications and future-proofing your network infrastructure.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Type: PoE++ (4PPoE) 100W
Provides robust power delivery for high-demand PoE devices, simplifying installations and reducing the need for separate power sources.
Outer Diameter: 3.6 mm
Offers a slim profile that is 36% thinner than standard Cat6 cables, improving airflow and reducing cable clutter in dense network environments.
Jacket Material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
Enhances safety in commercial spaces by minimizing the release of toxic and corrosive gases during a fire, protecting personnel and equipment.
Snagless Cable Boot: Yes
Protects the RJ-45 connector clip during installation and removal, preventing damage and ensuring consistent network uptime.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, routers, patch panels, PoE injectors, network cards from all major brands
IP-Based Devices
VoIP phones, IP cameras, wireless access points, building automation sensors, thin clients
Computing & Server Hardware
Desktop PCs, workstations, rack servers, network-attached storage (NAS) devices
Structured Cabling Systems
Keystone jacks, cable management systems, server racks, network cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of a slim Cat6 cable?
The primary advantage of a slim Cat6 cable like this StarTech.com model is its reduced outer diameter of 3.6 mm, which is 36% thinner than standard Cat6. This allows for improved airflow and easier cable management in high-density network installations, reducing heat buildup and clutter.
Can this cable support 10 Gigabit Ethernet?
Yes, this StarTech.com Cat6 cable is fully compliant with the 10GBase-T cabling technology standard. It supports data transfer rates up to 10,000 Mbit/s (10 Gigabit Ethernet) and frequencies up to 250 MHz, ensuring high-speed connectivity for demanding applications.
What does LSZH mean for network safety?
LSZH stands for Low Smoke Zero Halogen. This jacket material is crucial for network safety in commercial and public buildings because it emits minimal smoke and no toxic halogen gases when exposed to fire, protecting occupants and preventing corrosion of sensitive electronic equipment.
Is this cable suitable for Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications?
Absolutely. This cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) up to the PoE++ (4PPoE) standard, delivering a total PoE budget of 100W. This makes it ideal for powering high-consumption devices such as advanced IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones without needing separate power adapters.
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.