Patch panels are hardware devices that can connect multiple devices to each other and to the outside over a Wide Area Network (WAN) or the internet. They help you to organize the cables that power your network and allow for data to be shared more easily, and they're only part of what you'll need to get things up and running.

Did you know that Cables.com carries more than cables? While cables make up the "heart" of a data network by trafficking information in and out, sturdy, reliable hardware that allows you to keep your cords and your data organized and operational is an essential must-buy.

Patch Panels at Cables.com

Our patch panels act as self-installable hardware devices that can connect multiple computers to each other and to the outside over a Wide Area Network (WAN) or the internet. 

At Cables.com we offer network patch panels for both loaded or unloaded networks, as well as the required accessories to keep your network operating at maximum capacity. What is a loaded network? These terms relate to network latency, or signal speed. Unloaded latency refers to the round-trip time of a data request when there is no other traffic on a user's network, while loaded latency measures the round-trip time when data-heavy applications are in operation over the network. 

We carry everything from 12 port mini patch panels for your 5e ethernet network to 96 port patch panels intended for rack mounting. 

Depending on the nature of your data network, you might need a patch panel suitable for a high density data center. This Category 6a 2RU High Density Patch Panel is a good fit for crowded server racks.

Keystone Jacks and Connectors

A keystone jack is an essential part of a local area network (LAN), whether you're wiring a home network or something more complex. Cables.com stocks Cat3, Cat5e, and Cat6 keystone jacks.

We also carry wall plates for these keystone jacks. Our Keystone wall plates can be used for between one and twelve outlets. 

How do they work? A cable's jacket is stripped and the individual wires are punched down into the back of the jack, which is then secured in a wallplate that is fixed to a wall. Our Cat6 Keystone Jack Flush Mount Punchdowns are rated for Category 6 Gigabit applications, and are easy to punch down with any tool. They're 8P8C, and intended for use with most RJ45 modular connectors for the best connection available at 550 Mhz.

Ethernet Switches

Cables.com stocks top quality Power Over Ethernet Ethernet Switches. The quality of the network switches you use will play a significant role in the speed, reliability, and flexibility of your network. Your POE switch will allow you to transmit both data and power over the same Cat5 or Cat6 cable. 

Our ASW308P 8-port 10/100mbps Switch with 4-port POE can handle up to 4 POE devices, and the 8-port switch makes file-sharing and data transfer faster than ever.

For operations that are a little more complex, consider our Gigabit Switches. The AGIGA8SW-B 8-port gigabit switch is built to handle bandwidth between multiple computers quickly and easily. 

Whatever configuration or level of complexity you're looking for from your data network, Cables.com stocks what you need to get the job done. If our extensive catalog doesn't have exactly what you're seeking, we'd like to know! You can CONTACT US with any questions you might have and consider placing an order for custom cables. We offer bulk pricing, too. Whatever your cables need, thinkCables.com! 

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