Value-Based CAT5e Cable Meets or Exceeds Industry-Standard Requirements. Black Box Connect Basic CAT5e patch cables are constructed to industry-standard requirements providing the functionality you need for Fast Ethernet applications without the premium price. Tested to CAT5e standard 100-MHz performance these cables meet or exceed the industry spec ensuring the transmission of your voice data audio/video and/or PoE signals. These CAT5e patch cables come with a molded snagless boot design that secures connections protects the RJ-45 tab and provides strain relief durability and resistance to corrosion. Available in a variety of lengths and colors Black Box's Connect line of cabling gives you the flexibility to build your install however you want.