StarTech.com C6ASPAT8BL Cat6a 10GbE Shielded Ethernet Cable 2.4m Blue
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT8BL Cat6a Ethernet cable delivers robust 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over 2.4 meters, ensuring stable, interference-free data transmission for critical network infrastructure.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Supports data transfer rates up to 10,000 Mbit/s, eliminating network bottlenecks for high-bandwidth applications and large file transfers.
- Shielded Design: Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI), ensuring stable and reliable data transmission in electrically noisy environments like server rooms.
- PoE Support: Enables powering network devices such as IP cameras and VoIP phones directly over the cable, simplifying deployments and reducing cabling complexity.
- Snagless RJ-45 Connectors: Features a snagless boot to protect the connector clip during installation, reducing cable damage and minimizing replacement costs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT8BL is a 2.4-meter Cat6a Ethernet cable designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, supporting data transfer rates up to 10,000 Mbit/s and a frequency of 500 MHz. It features male RJ-45 connectors on both ends and a durable Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket.
This shielded cable is purpose-built to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI) and system noise, ensuring consistent network performance. Its CMG (CM) cable rating and Power over Ethernet (PoE) support make it suitable for various professional installations, from server rooms to office workstations.
- Core Functionality: Delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, supporting high-speed data transfer for critical business applications and large file operations.
- Interference Protection: Shielded design with 500 MHz frequency minimizes EMI/RFI, preventing data corruption and ensuring consistent network uptime in challenging environments.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Compatible with PoE devices, enabling simplified power and data delivery to IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
- Durable Construction: Features a PVC jacket and stranded copper conductors with a snagless boot, ensuring long-term reliability and resistance to installation damage.
- Operational Value: Provides a reliable, high-performance foundation for network infrastructure, reducing troubleshooting time and extending the lifecycle of network deployments.
This Cat6a shielded cable is an essential component for businesses requiring dependable, high-speed network connectivity with enhanced data integrity.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Network Connections
In environments requiring rapid data exchange, such as data centers or media production studios, network bottlenecks can severely impact productivity. This Cat6a cable provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring fast and efficient data transfer for bandwidth-intensive tasks.
Data center operators, media production houses, engineering firms, financial trading companies
Interference-Free Data Transmission
Electrically noisy environments, like manufacturing floors or server rooms with dense equipment, often suffer from electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI) that degrades network performance. The shielded design of this cable protects against such interference, maintaining signal integrity and network stability.
Industrial facilities, server room deployments, medical imaging centers, research laboratories
Power over Ethernet Deployments
Deploying IP-based devices like security cameras, VoIP phones, or wireless access points often requires both data and power, leading to complex cabling. With PoE support, this cable simplifies installations by delivering both power and data over a single Ethernet connection.
Office building management, retail security systems, hospitality networks, educational institutions
Key Features
Cat6a Cable Standard
Ensures compliance with industry standards for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, providing a reliable foundation for high-speed network infrastructure.
Shielded (STP) Design
Protects network signals from electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI), preventing data corruption and maintaining network stability in noisy environments.
10000 Mbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Provides exceptional bandwidth for large file transfers and real-time applications, eliminating network latency and improving operational efficiency.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Enables simplified deployment of PoE-compatible devices by delivering both power and data over a single cable, reducing infrastructure complexity.
Snagless Cable Boot
Protects the RJ-45 connector clip from damage during installation and removal, extending cable lifespan and reducing replacement costs.
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 primary advantage of a Cat6a cable over Cat6?
Cat6a cables are designed to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over longer distances (up to 100 meters) and at higher frequencies (500 MHz) compared to Cat6 (up to 55 meters for 10GbE at 250 MHz), providing superior performance and future-proofing for high-bandwidth networks.
How does the shielding benefit network performance?
The shielding protects the internal wire pairs from external electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), which can degrade signal quality. This ensures more stable and reliable data transmission, especially in environments with many electronic devices.
Can this cable be used with standard Gigabit Ethernet devices?
Yes, this Cat6a cable is fully backward compatible with Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) and Fast Ethernet (100Base-TX) devices. It will operate at the highest speed supported by the connected equipment.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use or direct burial?
No, this cable has a Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket and a CMG (CM) rating, which makes it suitable for indoor, general-purpose communication cable applications. It is not designed for outdoor exposure, direct burial, or plenum spaces.
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.