This Cat5e shielded network patch cable meets stringent TAA compliant requirements and is approved for use in United States government projects and facilities. This Snagless Shielded Cat5e network cable is designed for network adapters, hubs, switches, routers, servers and more. Constructed with premium, made-in-the-USA copper cabling, its aluminum foil shield helps prevent RFI and EMI from affecting data transmission over the cable, making it an ideal solution for noisy environments. Meets or exceeds all ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 5e industry standards for supporting a wide variety of applications, including 1000BASE-T (1 Gigabit Ethernet). The molded boot provides extra strain relief and durability.