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Amazon Basics Cat 6 Ethernet Patch Cable 10 ft Black 5-Pack

SKU CH-9AZ9-SXQMA

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

BrandAmazon Basics
ModelCat 6 Ethernet Patch Internet Cable
TypeEthernet
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
ColorBlack
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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