Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M 9.84ft Copper Network Cable Stackwise Plus

Length: 9.84 Feet

Enhanced Flexibility and Convenience

The Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable is designed with a length of 9.84 feet, providing users with enhanced flexibility and convenience in their networking setups. With this length, users have the freedom to connect devices that are slightly further apart without the need for additional extension cables or adapters.

Whether you are setting up a small office network or a large data center, having a network cable with a suitable length is crucial. The 9.84 feet length of this cable allows for easy and efficient connectivity between devices, eliminating the hassle of dealing with tangled or excessively long cables.

Overview of the Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Stacking Cable

General Information

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Part Number/SKU: CAB-STK-E-3M
• Type: Network Stacking Cable
• Length: 3 meters (9.84 feet)
• Conductor Material: Copper
• Compatible Devices: Network Devices, Switches

Technical Specifications

Cable Characteristics

• Cable Type: Stacking Cable
• Length: 3 meters (9.84 feet)
• Conductor: Copper

Usage

This cable is designed to connect StackWise Plus ports for enhanced network performance.

Features and Benefits

Performance

• Supports stacking technology allowing for configuration of up to 8 switches.
• Provides data transfer speeds of up to 20 Gbps on Cisco Catalyst 2960-S and 2960-SF with C2960S-STACK or 2960S-F-STACK FlexStack Module.
• Offers speeds of up to 40 Gbps on Cisco Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR using C2960X-STACK FlexStack Plus or C2960XHYBRID-STK FlexStack extended hybrid module.
• Available in various lengths: 0.5 meters, 1 meter, and 3 meters.

Compatibility

Supported Cisco Catalyst Switches

• 2960-24LC-S, 2960-24LT-L, 2960-24PC-L, 2960-24PC-S, 2960-24-S, 2960-24TC, 2960-24TC-L, 2960-24TC-S, 2960-24TT
• 2960-48PST-L, 2960-48PST-S, 2960-48T, 2960-48TC, 2960-48TC-L, 2960-48TC-S, 2960-48TT, 2960-48TT-L, 2960-48TT-S
• 2960-8TC, 2960-8TC-S, 2960G-24TC, 2960G-48TC, 2960G-8TC, 2960PD-8TT-L, 2960S-24PD-L, 2960S-24PS-L
• 2960S-24TD-L, 2960S-24TS-L, 2960S-24TS-S, 2960S-48FPD-L, 2960S-48FPS-L, 2960S-48LPD-L, 960S-48LPS-L
• 2960S-48TD-L, 2960S-48TS-L, 2960S-48TS-S, WS-C2960S-48TD-L, WS-C2960S-48FPS-L, WS-C2960S-48LPD-L
• WS-C2960S-48FPD-L, WS-C2960S-24PD-L, WS-C2960S-48TS-L, WS-C2960S-48LPS-L, WS-C2960S-24PS-L, WS-C2960S-24TS-L
• WS-C2960S-24TD-L

Optimized Performance and Signal Integrity

The length of a network cable plays a significant role in maintaining optimal performance and signal integrity. With the Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable's 9.84 feet length, users can expect reliable and consistent data transmission without any signal loss or degradation.

Shorter cables tend to have lower resistance, resulting in better signal quality. By using a cable with the appropriate length, users can ensure that their data travels efficiently from one device to another, minimizing data loss and maximizing network performance.

Ease of Installation and Management

Having a network cable with a suitable length simplifies the installation and management process. The 9.84 feet length of this cable allows for easy routing and organizing of cables within racks or cabinets.

When setting up or maintaining a network infrastructure, it is crucial to have neat and organized cabling. With the Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable's 9.84 feet length, users can easily manage their cables without excessive slack or clutter, ensuring a clean and professional-looking network environment.

Technology: Stackwise Plus

Enhanced Network Scalability

The Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable features Stackwise Plus technology, which offers enhanced network scalability to meet the growing demands of modern networking environments. With Stackwise Plus, users can easily expand their network by adding more switches without compromising performance or causing disruptions.

Stackwise Plus allows multiple switches to be interconnected and operate as a single logical unit. This stacking technology simplifies network management by providing a unified interface and centralized control, resulting in improved scalability and easier network expansion.

Improved Redundancy and Resiliency

Redundancy is crucial in any network infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted connectivity and minimize the risk of downtime. The Stackwise Plus technology in the Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable enables users to create redundant connections between switches, enhancing network resiliency.

In the event of a switch failure or maintenance, the Stackwise Plus technology allows traffic to be seamlessly redirected to other switches in the stack, ensuring continuous operation without any disruption. This redundancy feature provides peace of mind to users, knowing that their network will remain highly available even in the face of hardware failures.

Simplified Network Management

Managing a complex network can be challenging and time-consuming. However, with the Stackwise Plus technology, network management becomes more straightforward and efficient.

By connecting multiple switches using the Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable, users can manage them as a single entity. This centralized management approach simplifies configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting tasks, reducing the overall complexity of the network infrastructure.

Material: Copper

Reliable Data Transmission

The Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable is constructed using high-quality copper material, ensuring reliable data transmission between devices. Copper is widely recognized for its excellent conductivity and low resistance, making it an ideal material for network cables.

With copper as the primary material, this network cable delivers stable and consistent data transfer rates, minimizing the risk of data loss or signal degradation. Whether you are transferring large files, streaming high-definition media, or conducting real-time video conferences, copper ensures that your data travels smoothly and efficiently.

Durability and Longevity

Copper is renowned for its durability and longevity, making it a preferred choice for network cables. The Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable's copper construction ensures that it can withstand the rigors of daily use in various networking environments.

Unlike other materials, copper cables are less prone to damage caused by bending, twisting, or accidental pulling. This durability translates into a longer lifespan for the network cable, reducing the need for frequent replacements and maintenance.

Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure

Copper cables have been the standard choice for network connectivity for many years. The Cisco CAB-STK-E-3M Network Cable's copper material ensures compatibility with existing infrastructure, allowing users to seamlessly integrate it into their network setups.

Whether you are upgrading your network or expanding your current infrastructure, compatibility is crucial to avoid compatibility issues or the need for additional adapters. The copper material of this cable ensures that it can be easily connected to switches, routers, and other networking equipment without any compatibility concerns.