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HPE 263474-B23 Cat 5 network ethernet cable 12 ft 8 pack red

SKU CH-W1GX-K83NJ MPN 263474-B23

Eight-pack of 12 ft red Cat 5 patch cables with RJ45 connectors for network connections

  • Cable category5
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length12 ft (3.66 m)
  • Product colorRed
  • Eight cables per pack simplify multi-port deployments
  • 12 ft length fits standard rack-to-device runs
  • Cat 5 construction meets EIA/TIA-568 specification
  • Red jacket enables quick visual traceability
  • RJ45 male connectors on both ends for direct patching

HPE Cat 5 12 ft 8-pack

This eight-pack supplies twelve-foot red patch cables with RJ45 male connectors on both ends. Each cable meets EIA/TIA-568 standards and uses copper conductors for reliable data transfer. The bundle suits offices, labs or server rooms that need multiple identical runs. Condition is new and ready for immediate installation.

Sustained signal integrity

Copper conductors maintain consistent performance across the full twelve-foot length during continuous network traffic. The Cat 5 rating supports standard Ethernet speeds without signal degradation over extended periods. Patch-cable construction resists wear from repeated re-seating in dense patch panels. Red jackets simplify colour-coded cable management in busy racks.

Replaces single loose cables

Buyers who currently purchase individual patch cords gain a uniform set that eliminates mixed lengths and colours. The eight-pack covers a typical rack-to-switch deployment in one order. It is not suited for runs longer than twelve feet or for installations requiring Cat 5e or higher bandwidth. Installers needing plenum-rated jackets should select a different cable type.

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Price $97.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model name263474-B23
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable category5
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length12 ft (3.66 m)
Shipping weight1.23 kg
Package size279 × 222 × 102 mm

Questions about this item

Do these 12 ft red Cat 5 patch cables draw any power or generate heat when left connected all day?

No, they are passive copper patch cables with RJ45 connectors on both ends and require no power.

What devices must I already have to use these RJ45 Cat 5 cables?

You need equipment with RJ45 ports such as switches, routers, servers or KVM units that accept a standard Cat 5 patch lead.

Are these 12 ft red Cat 5 cables built to the EIA/TIA-568 standard so they work with older network gear I still keep?

Yes, they carry EIA/TIA-568 certification, the baseline for Cat 5 patch cables.

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