Product Features Connects PC, DSL/cable modem or peripherals to network Gold-plated contacts for maximum conductivity & durability Snagless RJ-45 male-to-male booted connectors For clean, clear data transmission on 10/100/1000 Ethernet networks Meets or exceeds Category 6 performance requirements. From the great minds at GEEKSQUAD.COM Note: Cat 6 cables are backwards compatible with Cat 5 cables