An Ethernet Crossover cable is used to connect two PCs directly together, without using a hub or switch in between. Monoprice™ Cat5e fixed length network cables are the perfect combination of value and performance. Each cable is made of 24AWG stranded pure copper conductor pairs with 50µm gold plated contacts (short body). Most budget cables skimp with only 10µm. Each cable features color matched, snagless, strain relief boots. Features: Crossover cable connects two PCs directly together, without using a hub or switch in between Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Category 5e Ethernet Crossover cable 24AWG stranded, pure bare copper conductors 550MHz bandwidth Snagless cable boot protects the plug retaining clip 50µm gold plated contacts Monoprice™ Ethernet cables are made of 100% pure bare copper wire and are fully compliant with UL® Code 444 and National Electrical Code® TIA‑568‑C.2 fire and safety standards, which require pure bare copper conductors in communications cables. Category Cat5e Cat6 Cat6a Cat8/8.2 Standard Bandwidth/Frequency 100MHz (Up to 350MHz) 250MHz (up to 550MHz) 350MHz (up to 550MHz) 2000MHz Maximum Data Rate 1000Mbps 1Gbps 10Gbps 25Gbps Shielding Type UTP or STP (F/UTP) UTP or STP (F/UTP) UTP or STP (F/UTP) Sheilded (S/FTP) Only Networks Supported 1000Base-T 1000Base-T 10GBase-T 25GBase-T Detailed Image Ideal Use Enhanced features with the best pricing for residential and commercial networking A good budget option for new network builds with a bandwidth that can handle most small to medium-sized businesses A good budget option for long network builds with a bandwidth that can handle most small to medium-sized businesses, best performance for servers & data centers Should only be considered coppered in-network environments where speed is very important. .gte-ctr .row{margin:0;} Lifetime Warranty With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers. Additionally, we offer a 30 day money back guarantee as well! If the product you purchase does not satisfy your needs, send it back for a full refund. 30 Day Money Back Guarantee Monoprice™ stands behind every product we sell with a 30 day money back guarantee! If the product you purchase does not satisfy your needs, send it back for a full refund. Quality at a Fair Price Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices. Hassle Free Packaging Monoprice exists to bring simplicity, fairness, and confidence to technology choices. This product features recyclable packaging that is simple to open, cost effective, with minimal waste, and fully protective as it travels to you. Service and Support You're never on your own with Monoprice products! We have a full team of friendly and knowledgeable technicians available to answer your questions, both before and after the sale. Contact our technical support team for questions about our products, troubleshooting, or even suggestions for products to fit your particular needs. Not to be outdone, our friendly and helpful customer service team is here to make your ordering, delivery, and any possible returns a quick and painless operation, from start to finish!   Support Files: Tech Drawing (Aug 27, 2025) Monoprice™ and all Monoprice logos are trademarks of Monoprice Inc. UL® and the UL logo are registered trademarks of UL LLC. NEC® and National Electrical Code® are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association. Updated Apr 07, 2026 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov