RiteAVs Category 8 Cable is a cost-effective solution which meets the growing demands for increased bandwidth coupled with faster speeds. Theyre perfect for plug and play deployment with all High Density Data Center Equipment (i.e. servers, switches, hubs, network adapters, attached storage devices and patch panels), while also being ideal for use in the home with modems, routers, PoE, televisions, security cameras, gaming equipment and smart home/office products. Basically any application that requires high performance networking can benefit with the use of this cable due to its comprehensive compatibility to preceding categories (it can be used in place of Category 5, 6 and 7 Cables) and providing a substructure for likely network upgrades, when the older standards are currently in place. The cable construction enables enhanced performance to its predecessors, by using 2000 MHz signals to transmit data up to 40 Gbps. The conductors are made from Oxygen Free Copper which provide superior conductivity and sonic accuracy. Its twists and shielding prevent cross talk and safeguard the cable from EMI/RFI and noise, therefore providing a more stable, reliable and accurate data transfer yielding exceptional results. An integrated strain relief provides a snagless, low profile connector, which is perfect for high density patching. The variety of available colors, enables easy traceability in crowded switches and the durable, yet flexible jacket ensures a long service life. The need for Category 8 Ethernet is expanding rapidly with the ever-growing bandwidth accessible through broadband, a greater need for high-speed data transmission, cloud computing and high-definition audio/video streaming. Our product can either satisfy your current need for high-speed cabling at an affordable price, or future-proof your network for wide-span upgrades as the need for faster transfer speeds emerge. You can rely on RiteAVs cabling and accessories for all of your network needs.