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C2G Cat6 Crossover Patch Cable

Name: C2G Cat6 Crossover Patch Cable, Snagless Unshielded Cat6 Patch Cable, Red Crossover Ethernet Cable, 10 Foot Snagless UTP Ethernet Cable, C2G 27863
Brand: C2G
SKU: B0002JFNMY

Bottom line: The C2G Cat6 Crossover Patch Cable: Crossover pinout links two PCs peer-to-peer, no hub or switch needed; main trade-off: crossover wiring is redundant on modern auto-MDI-X ports.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Crossover pinout links two PCs peer-to-peer, no hub or switch needed
✓ 550 MHz rating supports 10 Gigabit 10GBase-T throughput
✓ 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion
✓ 24 AWG stranded copper flexes for tight-radius routing
✓ Snagless molded boots shield the RJ45 clip during pulls

Cons

✗ Crossover wiring is redundant on modern auto-MDI-X ports
✗ Unshielded UTP offers no protection in high-EMI runs
✗ Fixed 10 ft red only; no length or color choice in this SKU
✗ PVC jacket is not plenum-rated for in-wall runs

Manufacturer description

This Cat6 network crossover patch cable is an ideal solution for connecting two computer to share files or data. The crossed pin configuration allows two computers to be connected peer-to-peer without the need for a hub or switch. This cable may also be used to connect network switches and hubs without an uplink port to other switches and hubs. Each cable is fully tested, quality inspected, and meets all TIA/EIA Cat6 standards. This cable has been designed tor educe both impedance and structural return loss (SRL) which ensures error-free transmission. Constructed from high quality cable and…

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Key Features

Cat6 Crossover Patch Cable - One (1) Red 10 Foot Crossover Ethernet Cable with RJ45 Male Connector
Use - This snagless unshielded cat6 patch cable will easily transfer files and data between two computers by using this cable to connect and create a peer-to-peer network
Durable - With a copper braid and PVC jacket, this patch cable is designed to support 10 Gigabit data transmission from 10GBase-T ports and equipment, like network adapters, hubs, switches, and more
High Quality - Each snagless UTP ethernet cable is fully tested to meet ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 Cat6 component requirements, and each is bonded together to help maintain the twist-spacing throughout the line right up to the termination point
Cables 2 Go Brand - Since 1984, C2G has provided connectivity solutions for a variety of markets, including corporate, education, healthcare, home theater, digital signage, hospitality, and more, joining Legrand in 2014
Fast, fast, fast - for data/voice/video distribution! This 550 MHz-rated patch cable ensures you always have the necessary throughput to handle today's and tomorrow's bandwidth-intensive applications.

Full Specifications

Brand	C2G
Color	Red
Gauge	24.0
Model	27863
Jacket	PVC
Weight	2g
Conductor	24 AWG stranded copper
Connector	50 micron gold-plated RJ45
Frequency	550 MHz
Cable Type	CAT6
Item Shape	Round
Unit Count	10.0 Feet
Item Length	10 Feet
Part Number	27863
Connector Type	RJ45
Number of Pins	8
Outer Material	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Data Transfer
Connector Gender	Male-to-Male
Full listing title	C2G Cat6 Crossover Patch Cable, Snagless Unshielded Cat6 Patch Cable, Red Crossover Ethernet Cable, 10 Foot Snagless UTP Ethernet Cable, C2G 27863

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