Monoprice

Monoprice 134651 Flat Cat6 Ethernet Cable - 5ft, Blue

5.0 (6 reviews)

Optimize Your Network with Space-Saving ConnectivityThe Monoprice 134651 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable is engineered for high-density environments where space is critical. Its ultra-slim, flat design maximizes airflow and reduces cable clutter, ensuring a clean and efficient network setup. Ideal for ...

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Overview

Optimize Your Network with Space-Saving Connectivity

The Monoprice 134651 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable is engineered for high-density environments where space is critical. Its ultra-slim, flat design maximizes airflow and reduces cable clutter, ensuring a clean and efficient network setup. Ideal for data centers, server rooms, and any application where space is limited.

  • Cable Type: Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable
  • Length: 5 Feet
  • Color: Blue
  • Cable Design: Flat Cable
  • Conductor: Pure Bare Copper Wire
  • AWG: 34AWG
  • Bandwidth: 550Mhz
  • Shielding: UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)

Key Features

Buy with confidence: with Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all cables, you can rest assured We stand behind our products and our customers

4x1 mm cable: The 4x1 mm flat cable thickness makes this ideal for routing through the tightest spaces

10G performance: This cable is perfect for 10 gigabit Ethernet networks and is backwards compatible with existing Gigabit Ethernet and fast Ethernet networks

Bootless: the Bootless design is ideal for it and data center professionals who prefer interconnect cables without the covers that protect the plug retaining clips, allowing for faster and easier cable connections

Quality at a fair price: Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices

Specifications

Cable Type
Flat Cat6 Ethernet Cable
Length
5ft
Color
Blue
Cable Thickness
4x1 mm
Performance
10G Ethernet
Backward Compatibility
Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
Connector Design
Bootless
Warranty
Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a thin 4x1 mm flat cable thickness, making it ideal for routing through tight spaces without bulk.
  • Delivers 10G performance, ensuring it is perfect for high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks.
  • Backward compatible with existing Gigabit Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks, offering versatility for various setups.
  • Designed with a bootless connector, which is preferred by IT professionals for faster and easier cable connections.
  • Comes with Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty, providing confidence in its durability and the brand's commitment to quality.

👎 Cons

  • The flat design, while good for tight spaces, might not be as robust against physical stress as a round, shielded cable in some applications.
  • While bootless is good for ease of connection, it means the plug retaining clips are exposed, potentially making them more prone to snagging or breaking if mishandled.
  • The 5ft length might be too short for some network installations, requiring multiple cables or a longer alternative.
  • Specific jacket material is not mentioned beyond "rugged design," leaving out details on its flexibility or fire rating.
  • Despite "10G performance," specific testing standards or certifications for this claim are not explicitly detailed in the features.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet cable is designed for 10G performance, making it suitable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks and fully backward compatible with existing Gigabit and Fast Ethernet networks.
The cable features a thin 4x1 mm flat thickness, which makes it ideal for easily routing through tight spaces.
The bootless design is particularly beneficial for IT and data center professionals as it allows for faster and easier cable connections by removing the covers that protect the plug retaining clips.
Yes, this cable comes with Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all cables, ensuring confidence in its quality and durability.
Yes, this Cat6 cable is backwards compatible with existing Gigabit Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks, providing versatile use.