StarTech.com Cat6a Ethernet Cable 10GbE Shielded 9ft Gray C6ASPAT9GR
The StarTech.com Cat6a Ethernet Cable C6ASPAT9GR provides robust 10 Gigabit network connections over 2.7 meters, ensuring stable data transfer in environments prone to electromagnetic interference.
- 10GbE Performance: Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, enabling rapid data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications and reducing network bottlenecks.
- Shielded Design: Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring consistent network uptime and data integrity.
- Cat6a Standard: Meets or exceeds Category 6a specifications, guaranteeing reliable high-speed connectivity for critical business operations.
- PoE Support: Capable of delivering Power over Ethernet, simplifying deployments for IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com Cat6a Ethernet Cable C6ASPAT9GR is a 2.7-meter (9-foot) shielded patch cable designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, featuring RJ-45 male connectors and 26 AWG copper conductors. This cable ensures high-speed data transfer at 10000 Mbit/s with a frequency of 500 MHz.
Built with a durable PVC jacket and a snagless boot, this Cat6a cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and is Plug and Play, simplifying deployment. It is RoHS, CE, and REACH compliant, meeting essential environmental and safety standards for business procurement.
- Core Functionality: Delivers high-performance 10 Gigabit network connections, supporting critical business applications that require maximum bandwidth.
- EMI/RFI Protection: Shielded construction safeguards against electromagnetic interference, preventing data loss and ensuring network stability in electrically noisy environments.
- Standardized Reliability: Meets Cat6a cable specifications, providing a dependable foundation for current and future high-speed network infrastructure deployments.
- PoE Capability: Enables power delivery to compatible devices over the Ethernet cable, streamlining installations for IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones.
- Operational Value: Features a snagless boot and durable PVC jacket, contributing to a longer cable lifecycle and reducing replacement costs in active IT environments.
This Cat6a shielded cable is an essential component for businesses requiring robust, interference-free 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity across their operations.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Data Center Connections
In server rooms and data centers, reliable high-speed links are essential for inter-server communication and storage area networks. This Cat6a cable provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring rapid data exchange between critical infrastructure components.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
Interference-Free Office Networks
Office environments often contain various electrical devices that can introduce electromagnetic interference, disrupting network performance. The shielded design of this cable protects against EMI/RFI, maintaining stable and consistent network speeds for employee productivity.
Corporate offices, financial trading floors, manufacturing facilities
Powering IP Devices with PoE
Deploying IP cameras, VoIP phones, or wireless access points often requires both data and power at the device location. This Cat6a cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installations by delivering both power and data over a single cable.
Retail stores, educational institutions, healthcare clinics
Key Features
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) Support
Enables ultra-fast data transfer rates, preventing network bottlenecks and supporting bandwidth-intensive applications like large file transfers and video streaming.
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Design
Protects network signals from electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable and reliable data transmission in noisy environments.
Cat6a Cable Standard
Guarantees compliance with industry standards for 10GbE performance, providing a future-proof foundation for high-speed network infrastructure.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Capability
Allows for the delivery of power and data over a single cable, simplifying the installation and reducing cabling complexity for compatible network devices.
Snagless RJ-45 Connectors
Prevents damage to the cable's locking tab during installation and removal, extending the cable's lifespan and reducing replacement costs.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
10GbE switches, routers, patch panels, network attached storage (NAS) devices
Computing Devices
Servers, high-performance workstations, desktop PCs, network interface cards (NICs)
IP-Based Systems
VoIP phones, IP security cameras, wireless access points, building automation controllers
Structured Cabling Infrastructure
Keystone jacks, wall plates, cable management systems, server racks and cabinets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of a Cat6a cable over a Cat6 cable?
Cat6a cables are designed to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over longer distances, up to 100 meters, compared to Cat6 which supports 10GbE only up to 55 meters. Cat6a also offers improved alien crosstalk performance.
How does the shielding in this cable protect my network?
The shielding creates a barrier that prevents external electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) from corrupting data signals. This ensures a cleaner, more reliable connection, especially in environments with many electrical devices.
Can this 9-foot Cat6a cable be used with existing Cat5e or Cat6 equipment?
Yes, this Cat6a cable is backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat6 equipment. It will operate at the highest speed supported by the slowest component in your network chain, ensuring versatile connectivity.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use or in harsh industrial environments?
This cable features a PVC jacket and is rated CMG (CM) for general-purpose indoor use. While its shielding offers protection against EMI, it is not specifically designed for outdoor exposure or extreme industrial conditions without additional protective conduit.
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.