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White CAT6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 7 ft

Belkin

Belkin A3L980-07-WHT-S 7 ft CAT6 RJ45 network ethernet cable

SKU CH-3YSB-KEV9Q MPN A3L980-07-WHT-S

A 7 ft white Cat 6 patch cable with RJ45 connectors and snagless moulds for reliable gigabit connections

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
  • Product colorWhite
  • CAT6 performance supports gigabit Ethernet speeds
  • 7 ft length fits typical desk-to-wall runs
  • White jacket blends with light-coloured décor
  • Gold-plated contacts deliver clear signal transmission
  • Snagless boots protect RJ45 tabs during installation

7 ft CAT6 patch cable

This 7 ft white CAT6 cable connects routers, switches or PCs with RJ45 connectors on both ends. It is unshielded and built for standard gigabit Ethernet runs in home or small-office networks. The snagless moulds protect the locking tabs during routing and removal. Buyers who need longer runs, shielded construction or outdoor-rated jackets should look elsewhere.

Upgrade from CAT5 links

The cable replaces CAT5 patch leads that cannot support 100Base-T or gigabit Ethernet speeds. It improves return loss by 40 percent over older cables, so the jump is worth it when existing links show errors or negotiate at lower rates. It does not add bandwidth beyond the CAT6 specification, so 10-gigabit requirements are not met.

Snagless RJ45 installation

Gold-plated contacts at 50-micron thickness ensure reliable mating cycles and clear signal transfer. The snagless boots prevent the tabs from catching on adjacent cables or panel cut-outs during insertion. The only common issue is exceeding the recommended channel length when multiple patch cords are chained together.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBelkin
Model nameA3L980-07-WHT-S
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorWhite
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

What length and connector type does the Belkin A3L980-07-WHT-S cable use for a standard patch run?

The cable is 7 ft long and terminated with RJ45 connectors on both ends for direct device-to-device or device-to-switch links.

How do you avoid damaging the RJ45 locking tab when routing the snagless cable through a crowded rack?

Press the moulded snagless boot gently until the tab clicks into the port; never pull the cable by the jacket to release it.

When should the gold-plated contacts be inspected or the cable replaced to maintain the quoted 40 percent return-loss improvement?

Inspect the 50-micron gold contacts if links drop to 100 Mbps or errors appear; replace the cable if the boot cracks or pins look corroded.

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