StarTech.com Cat6a Shielded Ethernet Cable 10GbE RJ45 0.2m Grey C6ASPAT6INGR
The StarTech.com Cat6a Shielded Ethernet Cable C6ASPAT6INGR delivers robust 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over a 0.2-meter length, ensuring reliable data transfer in demanding business environments.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Supports 10GBase-T Ethernet, providing high-speed data transfer essential for server connections and bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Shielded Protection: Features shielded twisted pair (STP) construction, effectively mitigating electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) to maintain signal integrity.
- PoE Compatibility: Designed with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, enabling the delivery of power and data over a single cable to compatible network devices like IP cameras and access points.
- Durable Construction: Built with a snagless boot and PVC jacket, ensuring cable longevity and preventing accidental disconnections or damage during installation and routine maintenance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com Cat6a Shielded Ethernet Cable C6ASPAT6INGR is a purpose-built 0.2-meter grey patch cable designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, featuring RJ-45 male connectors and 26 AWG stranded copper conductors. This cable meets or exceeds all Category 6a specifications, supporting data transfer rates up to 10000 Mbit/s at a frequency of 500 MHz.
Engineered for environments where electromagnetic interference is a concern, this shielded cable ensures reliable performance and data integrity. Its CMG (CM) cable rating and RoHS, CE, REACH certifications confirm its suitability for professional installations and adherence to environmental standards, contributing to a compliant and efficient IT infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Provides reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, supporting high-bandwidth applications and ensuring rapid data transfer across your network infrastructure.
- EMI/RFI Protection: Shielded construction actively defends against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, preventing data errors and maintaining consistent network uptime.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support: Enables both data and power delivery over a single cable, simplifying deployments for IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points without additional power outlets.
- Snagless Design: Features a snagless boot that protects the RJ-45 connector clip during installation and removal, reducing cable damage and minimizing replacement costs.
- Operational Value: Offers a durable PVC jacket and stranded copper conductors, ensuring long-term reliability and reducing the total cost of ownership through extended cable lifespan and consistent performance.
This Cat6a shielded cable is an essential component for businesses requiring secure, high-speed, and interference-free network connections for their critical operations.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
High-Speed Server Connectivity
Data centers and server rooms require fast, reliable connections between servers and network switches to handle heavy data traffic. This cable provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, ensuring rapid data transfer for virtualized environments, database operations, and large file transfers.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, IT operations centers
Interference-Free Rack Cabling
Equipment racks often contain numerous power cables and devices that generate electromagnetic interference, which can degrade network performance. The shielded design of this Cat6a cable protects against EMI/RFI, maintaining signal integrity and preventing data errors in dense cabling environments.
Network operations centers, server room deployments, industrial control systems, audio/video installations
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Device Links
Deploying IP cameras, wireless access points, or VoIP phones requires both data and power, often in locations without readily available power outlets. With PoE support, this cable delivers both network connectivity and electrical power, simplifying installation and reducing cabling clutter for compatible devices.
Facilities management, security system integrators, smart building deployments, unified communications setups
Key Features
Cable Standard: Cat6a
Ensures full compliance with 10 Gigabit Ethernet specifications, providing future-proof high-speed connectivity for demanding business applications.
Data Transfer Rate: 10000 Mbit/s
Delivers ultra-fast network performance, eliminating bottlenecks for critical data transfers and supporting high-bandwidth operations.
Shielded Construction
Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable signal integrity and preventing costly network downtime.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Enables the delivery of both data and power over a single cable, simplifying deployment and reducing infrastructure costs for compatible network devices.
Snagless Cable Boot
Prevents damage to the RJ-45 connector clip during installation and removal, extending cable lifespan and minimizing maintenance or replacement expenses.
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 shielded cable over unshielded Cat6?
A Cat6a shielded cable, like this StarTech.com model, offers superior protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) compared to unshielded Cat6. This shielding is crucial for maintaining stable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance in noisy electrical environments, preventing data errors and signal loss.
Can this 0.2-meter cable be used for Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications?
Yes, this StarTech.com Cat6a cable fully supports Power over Ethernet (PoE). It can reliably deliver both data and power to compatible PoE devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points, simplifying your network infrastructure.
What does the "snagless" feature mean for this cable?
The snagless cable boot on this Cat6a cable protects the RJ-45 connector clip from being damaged or snagged during installation and removal, especially in crowded patch panels or server racks. This design helps prevent accidental disconnections and extends the cable's operational life.
Is this cable suitable for use in a data center or server rack environment?
Absolutely. This Cat6a shielded cable is purpose-built for high-density, high-performance environments like data centers and server racks. Its 10GbE capability and EMI/RFI shielding ensure reliable, interference-free connections between critical network components, even in electrically noisy settings.
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.