Amazon Basics Cat 6 Ethernet Patch Cable 10 ft Black 5-Pack
Five 10-foot Cat 6 cables with gold-plated RJ45 connectors deliver 1,000 Mbps wired networking
- TypeEthernet
- Cat6
- Connector ARJ45
- ColorBlack
- Features, , , ,
- 5 cables give spare links for every room
- 10 ft length reaches across desks and walls
- Cat 6 rating carries 1000 Mbps for gigabit internet
- Gold-plated RJ45 plugs resist corrosion for steady signals
- RJ45 standard fits routers switches PCs and consoles
Ready-to-use Cat 6 patch cable set
This pack contains five 10-foot RJ45 Cat 6 Ethernet patch cables in black, designed for wired home and office networks. Each cable is terminated with gold-plated connectors to maintain accurate data transfer and resist corrosion over time. The Cat 6 rating supports data transmission up to 1000 Mbps, providing headroom above Cat 5 performance levels.
Suitable for standard Gigabit connections
These cables suit anyone connecting PCs, routers, switches, game consoles or smart TVs to a Gigabit Ethernet network where a 10-foot run reaches the equipment. Buyers who need longer runs between rooms, outdoor-rated jackets, shielded construction for noisy environments or multi-gigabit speeds beyond 1 Gbps should look at other cable types.
10-foot length determines placement
The fixed 10-foot length is the single specification that decides whether this pack fits the installation; it covers typical desk-to-router or desk-to-switch distances but will fall short for cross-room or ceiling routes.
Highlights
- 5 cables give spare links for every room
- 10 ft length reaches across desks and walls
- Cat 6 rating carries 1000 Mbps for gigabit internet
- Gold-plated RJ45 plugs resist corrosion for steady signals
- RJ45 standard fits routers switches PCs and consoles
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Model | Cat 6 Ethernet Patch Internet Cable |
| Type | Ethernet |
| Cat | 6 |
| Connector A | RJ45 |
| Color | Black |
| Features | , , , , |
Questions about this item
Will these Cat 6 cables work with my older Cat 5 wall jacks and router ports?
Yes, the RJ45 connectors on each cable are the same physical interface used by Cat 5 and Cat 5e equipment, so they plug straight into your existing wall jacks and router ports.
How can I verify each cable is delivering the rated 1,000 Mbps after I plug them in?
Run a speed test from a device connected through the cable to a gigabit switch or router; a sustained result near 1,000 Mbps confirms the link is operating at the advertised Cat 6 rate.
Does the 5-pack include any cable ties, wall clips or a crimping tool, or must I buy those separately?
The box contains only the five 10-foot black Cat 6 patch cables with gold-plated RJ45 connectors; cable management accessories and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
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