Cables To Go 26707 Cat5e Crossover Network Ethernet Cable Yellow 14 ft

Crossover Cable for Direct Device Links

This Cat5e crossover patch cable connects two network devices directly without a hub or switch. The 14 ft yellow cable uses unshielded twisted-pair construction with gold-plated RJ45 connectors. It is built for peer-to-peer, hub-to-hub or transceiver-to-transceiver configurations where a straight-through cable would not work. Buyers needing a standard patch cable for router-to-PC links should choose a straight-through version instead.

Signal Quality on Longer Runs

The cable is rated for bandwidth-intensive applications up to 350 MHz, well above the 100 MHz baseline for Cat5e. Bonded pair construction preserves twist spacing to the termination point, reducing impedance variation and structural return loss. A shortened plug body helps minimise near-end crosstalk during sustained data transfers. Installations requiring shielded cabling for high-EMI environments will need a different product.

Upgrading from Basic 100 MHz Patch Cables

This cable replaces older Category 5 or uncertified patch cords that only guarantee 100 MHz performance. The TIA/EIA certified 350 MHz rating provides headroom for Gigabit Ethernet and demanding video or voice distribution. The crossover wiring eliminates the need for a separate uplink port or crossover adapter in direct device-to-device links. Networks already running through managed switches gain no benefit from the crossover pinout.