Belkin High Performance 7ft Cat6 Patch Cable (Black) Recommended application - replace any Cat 5 cable slowing the flow in a 100 Base-T or Gigabit Ethernet 50 micron gold plated connectors ensure a clean, clear transmission Snagless molds protect the RJ-45 tap from damage during installation Improves return loss in your network by up to 40% Exceeds performance requirements of Category 6