STARTECH N6PATCH100RD network ethernet cable Cat6 99.97 ft 30.48 m Red

Ready for multi-gigabit runs

This 99.97 ft Cat6 UTP patch cable uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors rated for 250 MHz bandwidth. Snagless RJ45 connectors with molded strain relief protect the latch during pulls through conduit or cable trays. The red jacket aids visual identification in dense patch panels. It supports Power over Ethernet loads up to 100W for access points or cameras.

Length defines the 10Gbps ceiling

The cable delivers 1, 2.5 and 5 Gbps across the full 99.97 ft run. For 10 Gbps the practical limit is 160 ft, so this length stays within specification. ETL verification and UL rated wire (E132276-A) confirm the construction meets the Category 6 electrical requirements for crosstalk and return loss.

Replaces shorter or lower-category links

Installers upgrading from Cat5e drops that cannot sustain multi-gigabit speeds will gain headroom for 2.5 and 5 Gbps switches. The jump is worth it when existing patch cords limit throughput or when PoE devices need the 100W capacity. Buyers needing shielded cable for high-EMI environments or runs beyond 160 ft at 10 Gbps should look elsewhere.