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Black Cat6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, snagless boots, 8 ft length

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PATCH8BK network ethernet cable 8 ft Cat6 black

SKU CH-2E4M-77NNZ MPN N6PATCH8BK

8 ft Cat6 UTP patch cord with gold-plated RJ45 connectors supports 10Gbps up to 160ft and 100W PoE

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Gigabit Ethernet with PoE support up to 100W
  • Cat6 rating at 250MHz for 10Gbps up to 160ft
  • 24 AWG stranded copper conductors with gold-plated RJ45 contacts
  • Snagless boot design protects the latch during frequent changes
  • CMG fire-rated PVC jacket meets TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 standard

8 ft Cat6 patch cable

This 8 ft Cat6 patch cable provides a wired network link for desktops, laptops, switches and routers. It uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors and gold-plated RJ-45 connectors on both ends. The CMG-rated PVC jacket meets general-purpose fire requirements. It suits home offices and small-business installs needing reliable copper connectivity.

Snagless strain-relief boots

Moulded snagless boots protect the locking tabs from catching during cable pulls or rerouting. Integrated strain relief reduces stress on the solder points when the cord is bent near the connector. Gold plating on the contacts resists oxidation for consistent signal integrity over time. The unshielded twisted-pair design keeps the cable flexible for tight routing.

Verify port speed and cable run

Check that your switch, router or NIC supports the desired Multi-Gigabit rate up to the 160 ft distance limit for 10 Gbps operation. Confirm the 8 ft length reaches between your devices without tension. Ensure the equipment can negotiate 1, 2.5, 5 or 10 Gbps over copper. Buyers needing shielded cable for high-EMI environments or longer permanent-link runs should consider a different construction.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PATCH8BK
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.12 kg
Package size204 × 191 × 43 mm

Questions about this item

Will the RJ-45 connectors or gold plating need replacement over time?

Gold-plated RJ-45 contacts resist corrosion and the snagless boots protect the locking tabs during repeated insertion cycles.

What distance limit applies when running 10 Gbps through this 8 ft cable?

The Cat 6 rating supports 10 Gbps up to 160 ft, so the 8 ft length is well within that limit.

Does the 100 W PoE rating cause noticeable heat during all-day operation?

The 24 AWG 100 % copper conductors are rated for 100 W PoE, keeping temperature rise minimal even under continuous load.

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