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STARTECH

STARTECH C6PATCH7WH DUP network ethernet cable Cat 6 7 ft White 24 AWG 500 MHz

SKU CH-SNAX-98F6G MPN C6PATCH7WH DUP

A 7 ft Cat 6 patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 24 AWG copper conductors, 500 MHz rating and molded strain relief for reliable Gigabit and PoE connections

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeOthers
  • Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
  • Product colorWhite
  • Cat 6 rating supports 500 MHz bandwidth for Gigabit speeds
  • 24 AWG copper conductors enable Power over Ethernet applications
  • 7 ft length suits short runs between rack and desk
  • Molded PVC strain relief protects RJ45 ends from sharp bends
  • White jacket allows colour-coded cable management in dense installs

StarTech Cat 6 patch cable, 7 ft

This white Category 6 patch cable measures seven feet and uses RJ45 connectors on both ends. It is built for Gigabit Ethernet and Power over Ethernet applications in home, office or rack environments. The 24 AWG solid copper conductors meet the TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 T568B wiring standard. Buyers who need longer runs or pre-terminated fiber should look elsewhere.

Thermals, noise and power draw

Passive copper cabling generates no heat and produces no audible noise during operation. Power delivery is handled entirely by the connected PoE equipment, so the cable itself draws no separate supply. The 500 MHz bandwidth rating supports full Gigabit throughput without signal degradation. Installations requiring active signal repeaters or optical isolation will not be satisfied by this passive assembly.

Molded strain relief and colour coding

The molded PVC boots protect each RJ45 termination from sharp bends that can fracture conductors and reduce link reliability. A white PVC jacket allows quick visual identification in dense cable bundles or colour-coded patch panels. No software, drivers or management utilities are bundled or required for operation. Users who expect bundled cable ties, labels or installation tools will need to source those separately.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameC6PATCH7WH
Product typeOthers
Product colorWhite
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the RJ45 connectors on this Cat 6 patch cable without damaging the termination points?

Align each RJ45 plug with the port and press straight in until the latch clicks. The molded PVC strain relief prevents sharp bends at the connector, so avoid forcing the cable sideways during insertion.

What maintenance or replacement will the 24 AWG copper conductors need over time?

The solid 24 AWG copper conductors require no scheduled maintenance. Inspect the white PVC jacket periodically for cuts or kinks; replace the cable if the jacket is damaged or if connectors become loose.

At what point does the 500 MHz rating limit sustained Gigabit or Power over Ethernet performance?

The 500 MHz bandwidth supports full Gigabit and PoE loads across the 7 ft length. The practical limit is the 100 m channel maximum defined by TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001, not the cable’s own frequency rating.

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