<p><strong>Premium Performance</strong></p> <p>Black Box GigaTrue 3 Premium CAT6 Shielded Patch Cables exceed ANSI/TIA industry standards and protect against EMI/RFI interference that can distort or destroy your data. Tested to 250-MHz and 1-Gbps performance, these cables ensure the transmission of your voice, data, audio/video, and PoE signals. They feature plugs with 50-micron gold-plated contacts for superior conductivity.</p> <p>These cables have connectors designed for an insertion and extraction life of 750 cycles, making for an ultra-reliable solution that you can count on to perform. The rugged, hard-polymer LockPORT boot and plug are integrated to provide increased strength in comparison to standard connectors.</p> <p><strong>Locking Options Available</strong></p> <p>These cables allow you to lock down critical network ports when required – without buying new patch cords. Secure your network ports by inserting a locking pin (sold separately) into the built-in locking tab on the patented snagless boot. To unplug the cable, release it with the removal key (sold separately).</p> <p><strong>Locked: Red Pin</strong> Prevent unauthorized access to mission-critical and publicly accessible ports in government offices, lobbies, retail establishments, and more. To lock a port, insert the red locking pin into the patented LockPORT boot on the cable. Unlock the port with the LockPORT Locking Pin Removal Tool. <strong>Secured: Green Pin</strong> Prevent accidental disconnects in the office, manufacturing and industrial applications, and more. To secure a port, insert the green locking pin into the cable's LockPORT boot. To release the pin, squeeze its butterfly tabs and pull – no removal tool required.</p>