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Five black Cat 6 Ethernet cables with RJ45 connectors

Cable Matters Cat 6 10Gbps 5-Pack 3ft Black RJ45

SKU CH-7QWP-12ENV

Five 3 ft Cat 6 cables rated for 10 Gbps and 550 MHz with snagless RJ45 connectors and gold-plated contacts

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Product typeCat 6
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key features, , , ,
  • Supports 10Gbps speeds for fast LAN transfers
  • 24 AWG bare copper core ensures reliable signal quality
  • Gold-plated contacts and strain-relief boots increase connector durability
  • Meets TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Category 6 performance standard
  • Backwards compatible with existing Cat 5 network infrastructure

Cat 6 10Gbps 5-Pack for LAN

This five-pack of Cat 6 ethernet cables provides 10 Gbps data transfer speed over a 3 ft length. Each cable uses 24 AWG bare copper conductors with gold-plated RJ45 contacts and strain-relief boots. The cables meet TIA/EIA 568-C.2 standards and are backwards compatible with existing Cat 5 networks.

Suited for short desktop and rack links

The 3 ft length works well for connecting PCs, servers, printers or routers that sit close together on a desk or inside a cabinet. Buyers who need longer runs between rooms or across a building should look at something else. The unshielded design is not intended for high-interference environments.

Handles 10 Gbps at 550 MHz

Each cable supports 10 Gbps bandwidth at frequencies up to 550 MHz, giving headroom for current Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet. Performance drops off beyond the rated frequency and distance, so runs longer than the specified length will not maintain the same throughput.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCable Matters
Model name160001BLK3 × 5
Product typeCat 6
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45

Questions about this item

What devices need RJ45 ports to use these Cat 6 cables?

Any LAN component with an RJ45 jack — PCs, servers, printers, routers or switches — can connect directly with these cables.

Will the 550 MHz Cat 6 cables work with my existing Cat 5 network?

Yes, they are backwards compatible with Cat 5 and Cat 5e networks while supporting up to 10 Gbps on Cat 6 links.

How can I verify the 10 Gbps link is active after plugging in the cables?

Check the port LEDs on your router or switch for a 10 Gbps indicator, or confirm the negotiated speed in your OS network adapter settings.

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