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Specification

The next level in the cabling hierarchy is Category 6 ( ANSI/ TIA/ EIA-568-B.2-1) , which was ratified by the TIA/ EIA in June 2002. CAT6 provides higher performance than CAT5e and features more stringent specifications for crosstalk and system noise.

The quality of the data transmission depends upon the performance of the components of the channel. So to transmit according to CAT6 specs, jacks, patch cables, patch panels, cross-connects, and cabling must all meet CAT6 standards. ( The channel basically includes everything from the wallplate to the wiring closet.) The CAT6 components are tested individually, and they are also tested together for performance. In addition, the standard calls for generic system performance so that CAT6 components from any vendor can be used in the channel.