StarTech.com CAT6A Ethernet Cable 10 Gigabit Shielded Aqua 4.3m C6ASPAT14AQ
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT14AQ CAT6A Ethernet cable delivers high-performance 10 Gigabit network connections over 4.3 meters, ensuring reliable data transfer free from noise and EMI/RFI interference for critical business operations.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Supports 10GBase-T Ethernet, providing the high-speed bandwidth necessary for demanding business applications and large data transfers.
- Shielded Protection: Features robust shielding to defend against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable network uptime in noisy environments.
- PoE Compatibility: Fully supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), enabling simplified deployment of IP phones, access points, and security cameras without additional power outlets.
- Durable Construction: Engineered with a snagless boot and PVC jacket, protecting the RJ-45 connectors and ensuring long-term cable integrity in active IT environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT14AQ is a 4.3-meter CAT6A Ethernet cable, engineered to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T) with a data transfer rate of 10000 Mbit/s and a frequency of 500 MHz. It features male RJ-45 connectors on both ends, making it universally compatible with standard networking equipment.
This cable is constructed with stranded copper conductors and a PVC jacket, offering flexibility and durability for various deployment scenarios. Its shielded design and CMG (CM) cable rating ensure protection against EMI/RFI and compliance with fire safety standards, providing a reliable foundation for business network connectivity.
- High-Speed Data: Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, enabling rapid data transfer for critical business applications and large file operations, minimizing latency.
- Interference Protection: Shielded construction prevents electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), maintaining signal integrity and network stability in electrically noisy areas.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Compatible with PoE devices, simplifying installations by delivering both data and power over a single cable, reducing infrastructure complexity.
- Robust Design: Features a snagless boot and durable PVC jacket, protecting the connectors and cable from damage during installation and daily operation, extending asset lifespan.
- Standardized Compliance: Meets Cat6a specifications and holds RoHS, CE, and REACH certifications, ensuring adherence to industry performance and environmental standards for reliable deployment.
This StarTech.com CAT6A cable provides the essential performance and protection required for modern business network deployments, ensuring consistent uptime and data integrity.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Server Connections
In data closets and server rooms, reliable high-speed links are essential for data transfer and application performance. This cable provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring servers and storage devices communicate efficiently without bottlenecks.
Data centers, server rooms, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
PoE Device Deployment
Deploying IP phones, security cameras, or wireless access points often requires both data and power at the device location. This cable supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installations by eliminating the need for separate power outlets and reducing cabling complexity.
Office environments, retail stores, educational institutions, facilities management
EMI/RFI Noise Reduction
Environments with heavy electrical machinery or dense cabling can introduce electromagnetic interference, degrading network performance. The shielded design of this cable protects against EMI/RFI, maintaining signal integrity and preventing network disruptions in noisy industrial or office settings.
Manufacturing plants, industrial facilities, dense office buildings, healthcare systems
Key Features
Cat6a Cable Standard
Ensures support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, providing future-proof network performance for bandwidth-intensive business operations.
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Construction
Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), maintaining stable data transmission in electrically noisy environments.
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T)
Delivers ultra-fast data transfer speeds up to 10,000 Mbps, accelerating large file transfers and supporting high-demand applications.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
Enables the delivery of power and data over a single cable, simplifying the deployment of IP devices and reducing infrastructure costs.
Snagless RJ-45 Connectors
Prevents cable snags during installation and removal, protecting the connector clips and ensuring long-term cable integrity and reliability.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Managed switches, routers, patch panels, network interface cards from all major brands
Computing Devices
Servers, workstations, desktop PCs, network-attached storage (NAS) systems
IP-Based Devices
VoIP phones, IP security cameras, wireless access points, building automation sensors
Structured Cabling Systems
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) and at higher frequencies (500 MHz) compared to Cat6, which typically supports 10 Gigabit only over shorter runs (up to 55 meters). This ensures more reliable high-speed performance across larger network segments.
Can this shielded cable be used in a standard unshielded network environment?
Yes, this shielded Cat6a cable can be used in an unshielded network environment. While the shielding provides extra protection against interference, it is fully compatible with standard RJ-45 ports on unshielded equipment.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use or direct burial?
No, this cable has a CMG (CM) cable rating and a PVC jacket, which makes it suitable for indoor, general-purpose use in walls and floors. It is not designed for outdoor exposure, direct burial, or plenum spaces.
What types of devices can benefit from this cable's 10 Gigabit speed?
Devices such as high-performance servers, network-attached storage (NAS) systems, 10 Gigabit Ethernet switches, and professional workstations with 10GbE NICs will fully utilize this cable's 10 Gigabit speed for faster data access and transfer.
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.